Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla. The triumph over the better-equipped and much larger French troops was an enormous emotional boost for Mexican soldiers led by Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza.

Austinites don't need a reason to eat tacos. Nobody does. But Cinco de Mayo is a great excuse, if you're looking for one. Below are five great tacos from around Austin that stretch the canvas and show the versatility of the beloved staple.

These six standout New Orleans-area Mexican restaurants range from chef-led deep dives into regional cuisine to soulful soups to, of course, really good tacos.