Dos Hermanos Opens First Cincinnati Location

The Columbus-based Mexican restaurant chain brings its authentic Oaxacan cuisine to Findlay Market.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 10:07am

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Dos Hermanos, a Columbus-based Mexican restaurant chain known for its street tacos and traditional tamales, has opened its first full-service location in Cincinnati. The new restaurant is situated near Findlay Market as part of the Findlay Launch program, which provides mentorship and a storefront for food-related businesses.

Why it matters

The opening of Dos Hermanos' first Cincinnati location marks an expansion for the growing Mexican restaurant chain and provides Findlay Market visitors with a new option for authentic Oaxacan cuisine. The Findlay Launch program also helps support the development of local food businesses.

The details

Dos Hermanos started 14 years ago as a single food truck and has since expanded to include several food trucks, quick-service locations in Columbus and Athens, and a catering program. The new Cincinnati restaurant at 1819 Elm St. near Findlay Market will celebrate its grand opening on January 30.

  • Dos Hermanos opened its first full-service location in Cincinnati in January 2026.
  • The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening on January 30, 2026.

The players

Dos Hermanos

A Columbus-based Mexican restaurant chain known for its authentic Oaxacan cuisine, including street tacos and traditional tamales.

Findlay Launch

A storefront accelerator program in Cincinnati that provides mentorship, industry connections, and a minimum 15-month residency in a built-out storefront for food-related businesses.

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What’s next

The new Dos Hermanos location will celebrate its grand opening on January 30, 2026, offering visitors a chance to experience the restaurant's authentic Mexican dishes.

The takeaway

The opening of Dos Hermanos' first Cincinnati location at Findlay Market demonstrates the growth of the Columbus-based Mexican restaurant chain and the success of the Findlay Launch program in supporting the development of local food businesses.