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Taco Bell is planning to open its Cantina restaurant concept in Downtown Cincinnati.

The Mexican fast-food chain has filed for permits with the city and state to serve beer, wine and hard liquor in a space inside the AT580 Building, which is located at the corner of Sixth and Walnut streets. An opening date for the restaurant was not immediately available.

The Mexican fast-food chain is rolling out the Taco Bell Cantina concept around the country after opening its first ones in Chicago and San Francisco this summer. The Cantina concept ditches the drive-thru and features sleek, modern seating, exposed wooden beams and trendy light fixtures, USA Today reported. Gone are the fluorescent lights and neon purple glow long associated with the chain. The locations also feature digital menu boards, an open kitchen layout and food will be served in open face baskets.

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