Cincinnati Wing Week is back! Here’s where (and when) to get sauced up

We hope you’re hungry because Cincinnati Wing Week is back!

From Aug. 24-30, chicken wing connoisseurs in the Queen City can get $8 wing specials at over 40 participating wing joints around Cincinnati. Each participating Cincinnati Wing Week restaurant will showcase its own take on the beloved bar food.

Earn points by dining out and logging your eats on the Cincinnati Wing Week app. The more points earned, the more opportunities to win tasty prizes.

The diner with the highest number of points at the end of the week will be declared “Cincinnati’s Biggest Wing Lover” and win $300 in gift cards, a Sam Adams cooler and more.

20 hidden gem restaurants you need to try in Cincinnati

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We’ve compiled a list of 20 lesser-known restaurants in the Cincinnati area that are just begging for you to come find them. From a treasured burger spot in Covington to a German gem along the river in Cleves and a whole bunch in between – pick one and go for it! Before you go, check out Keith Pandolfi’s list of HIS top 5 hidden gems.

1: We’ll start off with a drink at the bar and a sandwich at Covalt Station, in Milford

(Keith Pandolfi/The Enquirer)

Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of Wing Week.

What is Cincinnati Wing Week?

Cincinnati Wing Week gives local diners the chance to explore some of Greater Cincinnati’s most popular wing joints for a discounted price. Participating restaurants will offer an exclusive $8 wing special throughout the week.

When is Cincinnati Wing Week?

Cincinnati Wing Week 2026 runs Aug. 24-30.

To kick off Wing Week, a preview party, featuring wing and beer specials, giveaways and a “bobbing for wings” contest will be held at Samual Adams Cincinnati Taproom, 241 W. Elder St., on Aug. 20 from 5:30-8 p.m.

The smoked wings at Northside Yacht Club, Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Northside.

What restaurants are participating in Cincinnati Wing Week?

More than 40 wing restaurants are participating, according to the Wing Week website. Here’s a look:

Agave & Rye (four locations).

Arnold’s Bar and Grill.      

Bandito Food Park + Cantina.

Barleycorn’s (four locations).

Blondies Sports Bar and Grill.

Bristol’s – Beef, Burgers & BBQ.

Dingle House Irish Pub & Grub.

Esoteric Brewing Company.

J Taps Sports Bar and Grill.

Lucius Q – Factory 52 Norwood.

Lucius Q – Pendleton/OTR.

MadTree Brewing Co. Taproom.

Mt. Carmel Brewing Company.

RJ BBQ at RJ Cinema Distillery & Taproom.

Samuel Adams Cincinnati Taproom.

The Hilltop at Mt. Adams.

Third Eye Brewing Company.

Wings and Rings (13 locations).

How to use the Cincinnati Wing Week app

The Cincinnati Wing Week app is free to download in the App Store or Google Play.

Chicken wing enthusiasts can find a map and full list of participating restaurants, featured wings and the opportunity to share your Wing Week adventures with fellow wing lovers.

You can also use the app to check into restaurants, earning points for the wing restaurants you try. Check into four or more restaurants throughout the week and you’ll have a chance to win the grand prize: $300 in gift cards, a Sun Cruiser bicycle, Marie’s dressing and Anderson’s maple syrup.

Visit cincywingweek.com for more details.

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