cheap date: margarita madness

I've never really understood what's up with every single Columbus Mexican restaurant having margarita night on Wednesday. Like, wouldn't you want to pick a different day to lessen your competition?

Nonetheless, if you're looking to finesse a date who's adverse to beer, local Wednesday margarita specials are a good option. You can usually guzzle two jumbo-sized ones for under $10. Mmm.

Try La Margarita, 5300 Sidney Simons Blvd. I chose it because it's the newest Mexican restaurant in town, and it has perhaps the most functional Web site.

Note: I've never tried the food, but the margaritas are good.

Head to the hot spot Mondays and Wednesdays and enjoy 16 oz. margaritas for $2.49, or 28 oz. margaritas for $3.99.

Just be careful. Tequila makes some people drink to forget.