Here’s where you can score some tasty deals as Cincinnati Taco Week returns

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Taco lovers across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will have a week to eat their way through dozens of local restaurants when Cincinnati Taco Week returns Oct. 12-18.

Now in its ninth year, Cincinnati Taco Week will feature $3 tacos at more than 30 participating restaurants throughout the region.

Organizers are encouraging diners to explore a range of options, from street-style tacos to more creative gourmet offerings, while supporting local restaurants during the seven-day event.

The official Cincinnati Taco Week app will allow users to map out stops, check in at participating locations, and earn points. App users can also compete for the title of “Cincinnati’s Biggest Taco Lover,” with a chance to win $300 in restaurant gift cards and additional prizes.

The celebration will start early with the official Taco Week Kickoff Party on Oct. 7 at Kroger in Over-the-Rhine.

Here’s a full list of the participating restaurant:

Agave & RyeAZUL Tacos & TequilaBakersfieldBandito Food ParkBlue Ash ChiliBraxton Barrel HouseCocina 1883 at On The Rhine EateryEl CaporalEl Barril Mexican Sports BarEl Rancho NuevoEl Trompo Mexican Grill (all locations)El Taco VelozEl Vaquero Mexican RestaurantFrida 602La Torta LocaLivery MontgomeryLucius QMadres Modern MexicanMazunte CentroMazunte TaqueriaMi Cozumel (all locations)Pata Roja TaqueriaRJ Craft BBQ at RJ Cinema EastgateRoberto & Miguels Handcrafted MexicanSammy’s Craft Burgers & BeersThe Chase Rooftop (Moxy Hotel)Zambrero