Taco Tuesday: Score on crunchy deals in honor of National Taco Day

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Chizo Obi, Media General – (MEDIA GENERAL) -- According to National Taco Day's website, Americans consumed 4.5 billion tacos in 2015. A more visual representation would be tacos lined to the moon and back.

Tacos unite people far and wide with its simple concept; a tortilla filled with variations of meat, vegetables, sauces and cheeses. Fans have also been divided by the age-old preference of a hard or soft shell.

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Taco Tuesday maybe be a weekly indulgence, but National Taco Day occurs once every year. These two together makes for an exciting day for taco lovers. National chains acknowledge the significance and want to join in on the festivities by offering major deals on the crunchy-sometimes soft- treat.

Margaritas Mexican Restaurant

A purchase of a two-pound Taco Gigante comes with a free taco, guaranteeing a filling meal for the hungriest of stomachs .

Taco Bell

Taco Bell has yet to announce any deals but is actively participating through social media. The fast food chain is asking customers to send in greeting cards and even went far as creating a jingle to commemorate the day.

California Tortilla

California Tortilla is taking it one step further by offering a BOGO taco deal every Tuesday in October. The chain has locations in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida.

Chipotle

The popular chain released its new chorizo taco on the eve of Taco Day.

On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

Get rid of our your jingling pocket change at On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina. The chain will be offering $0.50 mini crispy tacos, making for a great on-the-go cheap, affordable snack.

Salsarita's Fresh Cantina

What's better than one taco? Two. The two taco combo will be only $5 today.