El Trompo Mexican Grill Named Best Mexican Restaurant in Cincinnati 2026

There’s something special about celebrating a win with the community that made it possible.

This year, El Trompo Mexican Grill is proud to be a Best of Cincinnati 2026 winner, receiving recognition in nine different categories, including Mexican Restaurant, Tacos, Seafood, Steak, Sushi, Outdoor/Patio Dining, Restaurant for Kids, Lunch Special and Hidden Gem (West Side).

For our entire team, this is more than an award. It’s a celebration of the food, drinks, atmosphere and experiences we’ve been able to share with Cincinnati.

More Than Mexican Food

El Trompo has always been about bringing people together around the table.

Our menu starts with the Mexican flavors everyone loves: tacos, fajitas, burritos, birria and carne asada but the experience doesn’t stop there.

Seafood, ceviches, steaks, sushi-inspired dishes and house specialties have become favorites among our guests, giving everyone at the table something different to enjoy.

And of course, no visit to El Trompo feels complete without a margarita.

Margaritas Make Everything Better 🍹

From a classic lime margarita to frozen flavors and colorful specialty creations, margaritas have become a big part of the El Trompo experience.

Come by for Happy Hour from 3 PM to 6 PM and enjoy 25% off all House Margaritas and Draft Beer. It’s the perfect time to get together with friends, enjoy your favorite Mexican dishes, and pair them with a margarita or an ice-cold draft beer.

We also keep the week interesting with specials like Margarita Monday, Taco Tuesday and Ladies Night, along with seasonal drinks, events and entertainment throughout the year.

Specials and availability may vary by location.

A Place for the Whole Family

One of the awards that means the most to us is the recognition for Restaurant for Kids.

El Trompo was created to be a place where everyone can have a good time, couples grabbing margaritas, friends meeting for dinner, families bringing the kids, or groups getting together to celebrate birthdays and special occasions.

Good food is important, but so is the experience around it.

That’s why you’ll find a lively atmosphere, family-friendly entertainment, special events and plenty of reasons to stay a little longer after dinner.

Patio Weather, Tacos & Margaritas ☀️🌮

There aren’t many combinations better than warm Cincinnati weather, Mexican food and a cold margarita outside.

Being recognized for Outdoor/Patio Dining makes this award season even more special.

Whether it’s an afternoon lunch, Happy Hour with friends or dinner on a summer evening, our patios are made for enjoying good food and good company.

Nine Wins, One Big Thank You ❤️

Being recognized in nine Best of Cincinnati categories is something our entire El Trompo family is incredibly proud of:

• Seafood

• Outdoor / Patio Dining

• Steak

• Sushi

• Restaurant for Kids

• Tacos

• Hidden Gem – West Side

• Lunch Special

• Mexican Restaurant

Every taco served, every margarita poured and every celebration at our tables is part of this achievement.

And we couldn’t have done it without you.

Come Celebrate With Us

Visit El Trompo Mexican Grill at one of our Cincinnati-area locations:

West Chester
9037 Union Centre Blvd
West Chester, OH

Monroe
1420 Hamilton Lebanon Rd E
Monroe, OH

Colerain
3659 Stone Creek Blvd
Cincinnati, OH

Mason
5271 Kings Mills Rd
Mason, OH

Whether you’re stopping by for tacos and margaritas, a family dinner, seafood, steak, Happy Hour or a night out with friends, we can’t wait to welcome you.