Boasting an extensive Mediterranean-style menu—with the likes of souvlaki, hummus dip, various gyros, pita melts, and more southern-oriented food such as their “Hotty Toddy Balls”—it’s both a destination restaurant and bar. They also do a good deal of catering, and include two separate menus for regular catering requests and Grove requests. For those in Oxford, it’s a destination spot for margaritas, partly due to their special weekly deals: half-priced margaritas Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. They also offer several flavors that pander to the varying taste buds of customers. Due to its easy location and laid-back vibe, it’s a hot spot for students and Oxford youth. When asked about Volta’s most popular margarita, owner Brooke Krizbai said, “Our Staff Favorite is everybody’s favorite who works here. It’s orange juice and strawberry, and it’s really, really good.”

That’s not surprising due to their unique and fresh flavor combinations. The liquor includes Tequila and Triple-sec, with splashes of their homemade lemonade, fresh-squeezed orange juice and Strawberry Pucker. They recommend the frozen version of the drink and I would, too. It’s clearly fresh, with the perfect balance of flavor and alcohol. The lemonade acts as a buffer between the two competing fruit flavors, while signaling a nice blend with a bit of a bite to it. The preparation is a breeze, as well: “We put it in the machine—the lemonade and the tequila—and when it comes out, we add in the flavors,” explains Krizba On the restaurant’s history, Krizbai explains, “Well, it was originally opened by Randy Yates, who owns Ajax, and I was the general manager for him. Then, I bought it from him after two years. That was in July of 2005.” With its hip atmosphere and centralized location, Volta will be my one-stop location come Cinco de Mayo celebration time. Ingredients:TequilaTriple-secHomemade lemonadeFresh orange juiceStrawberry pucker