Dixie Chili beats Skyline Chili. There! I said it! Yeah, so it's true. Since the untimely demise of the classic "Covington Chili" parlor about 6 or 8 years ago, Dixie is tops in my book. Don't get me wrong, however. Skyline (or Gold Star, or Blue Ash, etc) is great. Both recipes are excellent, but Dixie's taste is a little bolder. And, when comparing macros to macros, Dixie stacks up better (more protein, less fat). BOLD FLAVORS: Note that one option for the Dixie's chili mac is the famous "6 way." A 6-way, is the standard Cinci/Greek "5-way," (Spaghetti, chili, beans, onions, cheese) with the addition of chopped garlic! Be careful with the 6 way...it doesn't take much garlic to overpower the other flavors. Atmosphere: Classic retro diner-ish vibes. The service was excellent also. Want the best chili is the area? Cross the river and eat here. 5 stars! read more

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This is my favorite chili parlor and it has been since I was a kid. I love the nostalgic feeling, going through the line and the fact that the process hasn't changed in over 50 years since I first visited. Lately I've noticed the quality of the food and service has gone downhill. I understand there is new ownership and it appears they've cut back on help. This definitely shows with the attitude of the workers behind the counter. Often there is only one person fixing food and their attitude is bad and the food is very sloppy. You can tell Spiros isn't there to oversee the quality. And when the issues I can see are obvious, it makes me wonder where else has quality has declined like cleanliness and sanitation. I still love Dixie but would really like to see quality improve. read more

I was in Cincinnati for a night, and came here after the Reds game. When in Rome, right? I went with 2 cheese coneys and an order of cheese curds. How were they? Decent. Cheese Coneys- These were smaller hot dogs stuffed inside a fresh, hot, steamed bun, then topped with chili and a mound of shredded cheddar. Super messy to eat. Taste was alright. The chili itself was not spicy, but had a lot of spices/flavoring in it. I could definitely taste a little sweetness (cinnamon?). Cheese Curds- These came out piping hot. I got my dogs first, then they brought these out to my table. These were freshly fried, great cheese pull...solid order of cheese curds. Service was straight to the point. Not a lot of smiling going on, but whatever, people are here to eat and get out of here. They serve everything pretty fast and efficient. Would I come back? Eh, maybe. I'd never crave these things, but if I were back in the Cincinnati area, and it was late at night, this would fit the bill. Would probably try the spaghetti next time with like a 3 way. read more

Dixie Chili - 2 cheese coneys. - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

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It always hits and it's always good. Everyone is so friendly and kind, especially for working so late. I can't imagine being responsible for drunk people shenanigans, but they handle it like champs. The food is classic chili parlor and so good. Our favorite is the Chili Man Dip with no beans or onions. Thank You for creating a safe space to eat on the way home. You all are the best!! read more

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Passed by here every time I'm in Newport. Finally stopped in. Right away you are greeted by friendliest people. The menu is on the wall. You order at the register. Then you go different spot like a cafeteria. First you get your beverage then move down in my case it was two coney dogs. The slide down for your fresh to order waffle fries. The very clean dining area is a throw back to the 1950-60s diner. Now the food. The coney dogs were excellent. They are little smaller than your standard hot dog. The hot water dog is dropped in a soft steamed bun. The chili is Cincinnati style it's on the sweet side but very good. The onions were freshly cut and had regular mustard. The waffle fries were perfectly fried no oily taste at all. I lightly salted them no use for ketchup. I ordered a Coke. I like this place so much I went back the next day. To let you know just as good the next day. Can't wait to get back there next year. read more

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I was not expecting a "lunch room" style type of restaurant. We came during chili week and I was not aware there were a lot of other options besides chili. I got a coney and 3 way and they both were great! I was suprised how much I liked them both. I normally am a Skyline girl but this has to be a close second for me. I want to come back and try some of their other items on the menu. read more

Dixie Chili - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

Fantastic service. Great location with their own parking lot. Food was good. You order at the register up front and then it's like a school lunch line where you have your tray and the ladies put your drinks and food on your tray before you pick your table to sit. I tried the chili on a coney 6 ways which comes with cheese, beans, onions, and chopped garlic. The garlic is a really nice addition. read more

Dixie Chili - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

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First time coming to the Newport location. I love going to the non common chains because of the authenticity, taste and history of the Cincinnati chili. They had a great ordering system and had several people cleaning off the tables to move pas they were busy. I always get a 5 way and a cheese coney. It's my top 2 places I love to eat Cincinnati chili. I don't make it to Newport often but I will be back. read more

ABSOLUTELY INSANE. I ordered Greek fries for $9, got 5 pieces of feta and ranch on the side. Ordered 3 chili dogs, only cheese NO chili. Ordered a separate hot dog plain, NO HOT DOG AND HAS CHILI AND CHEESE. What the actual F. read more

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Dixie Chili is a staple in the area and must stop for those traveling near NewPort and Cincinnati! With over 90 years of service it's a hidden gem straight out of history. read more

Dixie Chili - Dixie Chili is a must stop if you near Cincinnati or New port! - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

Getting there: you can park along the street, they also have parking in the back. Cincinnati chili is wild - I didn't grow up eating this kind of chili. It tastes very classic, retro American from the 50's-60's. Gotta try it if you're a real foodie. Food: Ordered the 6 way. Chili with raw garlic was solid. Noodles weren't soggy. Coney dog was ok, but the waffle fries came in hot and crispy dunked in the cold ketchup. Yum! Vibes: American retro diner feels, nice staff, and plenty of booth/table/outdoor seating. Heads up - The back restroom is pretty small. If you're pregnant, larger frame, or have mobility needs, it's a tight squeeze. read more

We ended up here after some issues at camp Washington. The service was super fast and friendly. The chili dogs were just as good. The fries were fries. The interior is updated retro and super cute. read more

Dixie Chili - 3 chil cheese coneys - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

I taken my grandkids to Dixie Chili on Monmouth Street. They're in from for summer. They have the best time, and they didn't know what a cheese Coney. Now I have to get them a couple of cans home with them. I'm read more

Okay.. first time chili experience here!! And let me say I had no real expectations because I've heard mixed reviews (not about Dixie, just in general), but I have been wanting to try it since I moved to the area a few years ago. Consensus on the 3-way: tasty and would eat again! :) I enjoyed the flavor of the chili - a little sweet, and you can't go wrong with a pile of shredded cheddar cheese. The noodles were OK, I can understand why it might be a weird pairing with chili, but it just reminded me of pasta sauce! The oyster crackers added nothing for me. We also got a side of fries which were pretty good. Service was fine, interior was classic diner, and overall it was a good experience! read more

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I stop here every time I'm in the neighborhood. Quick and friendly service every time. The food is always good - I usually get the chili or the Greek salad. You can't go wrong checking this place out. read more

A-mazing! Authentic vibe that is almost 100 years old. We come here every time we are visiting this area. Not to mention missed!

Stopped by Dixie Chili before we saw a production at Footlighters! We devoured the lamb gyros! Yum! It was off the charts! The tzatziki sauce was amazing ! read more

Okay two things. 1. I am glad I listened to everyone about trying Dixie versus Skyline and 2. I had no idea the coney dogs were baby sized. LOL. We saw them at the Reds game and noticed how tiny they were and thought that was just at the game. Then when we ordered them at Dixie they were still tiny I realized that was how they come. A little shocking. We ordered some dogs of course and the spaghetti 5 ways. I had never had Cincinnati chili on spaghetti but it was actually fairly good. I don't feel the need to ever get it again tough. I will stick to the coney dogs. Overall great food and the staff was super friendly and helpful with us out of towners trying to decide what to get. read more

Another chili place was closed since it was Memorial Day, so we decided to come here. It's a bit different than other chili places I've been to, because you order, they give you a tray and you wait for your food (instead of them bringing the food to you). It only took a few minutes and I loved how you could customize your chili! I got jalapeños and chopped garlic on mine. As for the taste, it was good! Not the best chili I've ever had, but it was tasty and I would go back if I have the opportunity when in town. read more

Dixie Chili - Forgot to take a pic before eating. 4 - Way Onion Regular - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

Not your average chili place. My go-to is the Alligator which comes with dill spear, wiener, mustard, mayo, cheese on a coney bun, chili, and onions. Also, the double-corned beef sandwich is a culinary work of art. With soup salads, a dessert menu, and a kid's menu. It has something for everyone! You can even order their canned chili online... read more

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We have a Airbnb up in Northern Kentucky and have ate all the Cincinnati chilies, this one is the best! Big menu cool atmosphere and a rich history. Go try it you won't be disappointed. read more

Dixie Chili - Coney's - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

Visited Cincinnati and had to try the chili. Decided in Dixie chili since it was one of the chains recommended and the only one open when I had time to peruse. It's definitely a fast food joint. I got a kids meal because I wasn't sure how much I would like it. Unfortunately though, the kids meal only comes 3way (spaghetti, chili & cheese). But it was pretty yummy, and very affordable. read more

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Firstly no complaints about the food. It's always consistent and I think the best in the area. Disappointed in the service and value. I know stuff is expensive but the small plate of fries I got was pretty sad and didn't seem worth almost $4. I've noticed the serving size has gotten smaller recently but this was a bit egregious. Someone in our group ordered a 4 way with lettuce instead of pasta. The staff seemed a bit confused at the request but got it right. However, we were charged extra for the lettuce. I feel like if it would be reasonable if they added the lettuce to the 5 way but it was basically subbed in and we were still charged extra. It's a small amount but it felt like a we were nickel and dimed. I don't see how lettuce would be a higher cost than pasta. Lastly, while the service has never been super warm, the staff on duty this visit seemed like they would have rather been anywhere else. It seemed like we were bothering them when we went back up and asked for condiments. While I'll surely go back when I'm in the mood for a coney, I will reconsider going as frequently. read more

Dixie Chili - Sad plate of fried - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

I ordered and paid for a regular salad and got what could only be considered a children's salad at best. Two pieces of ham, two pieces of turkey, 1/4 of a boiled egg and 4 pieces of cheese. Oh, and two tiny olives. Guess I'll order another lunch from somewhere else. read more

Dixie Chili - Regular sized salad. - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

Great food and I love that they are open late. I recommend this place to anyone in the area.

It was the first time I've had chili over spaghetti (I ordered a 4-way with onions) and it was delicious!! I was a tad skeptical at first, but now I am a huge fan. There were so many flavors present in the dish, the chili was much different than chili I regularly eat. Service was very fast! And the restaurant was cute and clean. My husband ordered the Greek gyro salad and he said his dishes delicious as well. We finished off with a tasty piece of carrot cake. If you haven't checked this place out, you need to! read more

Dixie Chili - 4-way with onions and the salad dressing for a Greek gyro salad. I got sooo busy eating the 4-way, I forgot to photograph the salad! - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

When I get the 6-way, it's Sixy And I make it vanish quite quickly And I feel like a fattie When in Cincinnati Cause I eat all the Chili at Dixie! I wandered around like a gypsy And lived in a city or fifty But there's only once place Puts a smile on my face Like the one I get eating at Dixie! Trying other Chili Parlors is risky So these days I come to Newport, strictly And I get the 6-way About 5 times a day Whenever I'm near Kentucky's Dixie! Ohio may have f***ed us over in the election, but Northern KY does not f*** over Cinci, Ohio when it comes to perfecting Cinci's best dish. After all this time, this is still the gold standard for chili. And when I say gold standard, I mean this is some of the best chili you'll ever taste in your life. And I don't mean Gold Star (a rival Cinci Chili Parlor), or Camp Washington (the best Cinci area Parlor that isn't Dixie and/or isn't in KY and I don't mean jelly). Second to nonem and covered in big chunks of garlic, this is the Chili of dreams. It's the Chili of my dreams especially. Bogart would call it the Chili that dreams are made of. I love it and I will keep coming here for it until the cows come home, although I'm not sure where the cows live so I'm not sure how I would be able to figure out when they arrive back home, but you get my point. Even though it's just outside Cincinnati and all the locations are just outside Cincinnati inside Northern Kentucky, it is by far the best chili in the Cincinnati region, so well done to KY for bettering Cinci's best gift to the world. And while Camp Washington and others are very good, this is the off-the-charts life-changing chili that is worth coming all the way to Cincinnati for. The previous visit, Dixie Chili was wonderful as always and they served me 10 minutes before closing so I wish I could give them 10 Stars instead of 5. They were really nice about it and I enjoyed every bite... every incredibly garlicky bite... oh my God have I ever had something with this much garlic on it before? Nope. Kind of like cocaine. Oh sorry. But like I've said before: Dixie Chili, or "Dix" for short, is not only the best Chili parlor in the city most famous (in the world) for chili parlors (Cinci), but it's also perhaps the best Chili parlor anywhere. When you are in Cinci, it is a must visit. The irony is, it's not actually in Cinci, but Northern KY is to Cinci what Northern VA is to DC (with a few notable differences), so this is still considered a Cinci area parlor. What to get: 6-way Chili What else: 5-way if you don't like garlic, poor soul/dracula Anything else: Sure, a 3-way if you're up for it babes The reason Dixie is so good? Probably the 6-way. It combines Spaghetti with onions, meat, beans, heaps of cheese, sauce, and best of all, a crap ton of garlic. It's pretty divine and the garlic - which most Chili parlors don't offer - really makes it great. It's a lovely place to sit down, diner-style, reminds me of the 50s... not that I remember them personally. Anyway, if you don't love Dix, it's because you haven't tried the right Dix yet. This is the one to try. Get down here and put some Dix in your mouth and you'll end up loving Dix as much as I do. The garlic is what makes it great That is, if it stays on your plate It's piled so high To the Kentucky sky Feels so good, it makes periods late! So if you're real small like a Pixie Or if you're real tall, both are sexy Bring your height or your lack of Cuz they won't see the back of You once you try 6-ways at Dixie! read more

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Very solid chili. Got the signature 6-way and it was really good. Better than Skyline, which I like, but not as good as Camp Washington. Definitely worth getting if you're in the northern Kentucky area. If you get jalapeños get them on the side because they kinda overpower unwanted the extra heat but it was all I tasted in those bites. I ordered them specifically, so that is my bad, but I would recommend them on the side so you can control the flavor a bit more. Otherwise the chili was good and beefy and not too sweet. Skyline is a little too smooth for me in texture so this was nice to have definite chunks of ground beef in the chili and more beef flavor. Also the location on Monmouth is along a strip of really cool other restaurants and bars and stuff that is great to check out. Also this location is open late so it's good for late night eating. Don't mix it up with the spot in south Covington which closes at 8. Definitely made that mistake. read more

Speaking of someone who has tried at least eight local Cincinnati chili restaurants, Dixie on Monmouth is my favorite. The food is always delicious, the ambience is great in this historic place. Staff is kind, and can we talk about the waffle fries?!!? You go through the queue and order your food where you were given a little flag, and a tray. You go down the line and collect your beverage and go sit down and they will bring you the rest of your order. You don't bus your own table, just munch and go! read more

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I mean where can you go and feed a family of 5 for $40?! Dixie's! We were all stuffed too. I got the 5 way (I accidentally put 4 way on the pic) and to be fully honest, I wasn't expecting much. But I was pleasantly surprised!! Cincinnati chili is very different from the chili I've had in the past. It's has some cinnamon in it which I thought I wouldn't like but it definitely works! It's walk up and order and the cashier was very friendly and offered great suggestions. I really liked looking at all the old photos everywhere. It's definitely a cool little spot if you're looking for a quick cheap dinner or have some late night munchies. read more

Excellent chili and safe service in Newport. I know there are GS folks or SL folks, but to me the DIxie Chili recipe has it figured out. Just the right amount of spice, chunky beef and sauce. Add killer cheese and you have it. Can't beat a gumball on the way out! read more

Dixie Chili - Cheese Coney - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

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My first visit here! The menu on the wall alerted that posted prices have risen. Service was good and expedient. My three way chili was perfectly prepared. read more

Dixie Chili - Their menu - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

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For as cool and retro as the interior is at Dixie Chili, I was not impressed by the chili they had to offer. The flavors were muted in my opinion and I found myself comparing them to rivals. The service was nice. The staff were welcoming and pleasant. I probably wouldn't go back nor recommend. read more

When ever I come back home to Cincinnati I have to stop into Dixie on Monmouth. Living in Detroit I can get "coney" but nothing is better than a true Cincinnati chili parlor. Dixie has a great old school Greek diner type atmosphere. If you think Gold Star or Skyline is Cincinnati Chili you're mistaken. Dixie, Camp Washington and Price Hill Chili are real deal Chili parlors, the others are just crappy fast food. read more

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With fall weather hitting I found myself on a Cincinnati chili kick. I love that our city has its own cuisine it's know for. I started this quest with the originator of the style, Empress Chili, but Dixie may be the top (coney) dog at this point. I love the history of this place! I have been ordering the same thing at every parlor I visit. Two coneys with mustard and onions, fries, and a Coke. These guys also have their own hot sauce, which is very good! I wanted to buy a bottle but it's $9 for a 12oz bottle and I have many other favorites for much less than that. Anyway, the coneys were exceptional! The chili is the best i have had so far and this was my 5th parlor out of 16. The service was really good. I love the fact that the founders family is still involved. That makes a difference in my opinion. I will definitely be back after I finish my chili tour. read more

Everything about this place is fantastic! We love it so much! It was a very late night chili run and Dixie is always the perfect place to get your fix! We ordered a six way, two coneys with onions and chili cheese fries. My husband loves their garlic! He swears it comes from Gilroy, the "garlic capital of the world!" The chili is always thick with a rich flavor. Spaghetti, beans, chili, garlic, onions and finely shredded real cheddar piled on top! It's amazing! You pick up a chili cheddar waffle fry and there is no dripping chili because it is so thick. It's the perfect amount of chili and cheese piled on crisp waffle fries, scrumptious! And the coneys, the buns are so soft, the hot dogs are fresh, a stripe of mustard, chili, onions and cheese piled high! It makes my mouth water! If you've grown up with this but miss it because you no longer live locally, they have cases of chili or emergency packs you can ship home to cover you until your next trip. We always take it home or order it online! Enjoy it in the restaurant when you have an opportunity. It has an old style diner feel with a working jukebox in the back. It's been there as long as I can remember. Be sure to check out the photos on the wall. It's the history of a great family, wonderful restaurant and their many years of service to the community! Finally, the staff is phenomenal! I enjoyed chatting with our cashier as we reminisced about old local businesses and clientele that been coming for years. It's like coming home! See you all at Christmas time! read more

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Great local family run chili restaurant which was my first real taste of Cincinnati chili. Service was quick and friendly, and it had a kind of retro vibe that reminded me of a diner and a cafeteria in the best ways. Try the 6 way and you won't be disappointed! read more

While I love their cheese coneys and spaghetti, on this trip we opted to try a deli sandwich. Regular Turkey sandwich is $7.85 but since we were sharing we decided to double the meat for an additional $2.50. We modified the sandwich with no lettuce or tomato and requested that the mayo be served on the side (note, they charged me .15 cents to serve on the side) but gave us a bowl of mayo instead?? All additions to your sandwich are charged separately. In addition to the chips, we decided to try the waffle fries for $3. Although the turkey was fresh and tasty, we agreed that the serving size was small for being a double, fries were hot, but again small serving size. For us, it might be a good choice to stick with the chili! read more

Dixie Chili - Double Turkey, waffle fries and chips - Fast Food Near Me - Newport, Kentucky

I popped by this weekend for some Dixie Chili this weekend to pick up some grub with a friend. I had a regular 3-way and I messed up my coney order (which was on me, not them... womp womp). The interior has lots of diner vibes and the staff was helpful. There was a plastic barrier between the staff and customers. The service was also pretty quick. The 3-way did leave a little to be desired. Honestly, thought the flavor was lacking in the chili itself. The ratio of chili to spaghetti also wasn't great. Not to be a negative nancy over here, but the oyster cracker game also wasn't as strong as other locations. The food wasn't bad, but I'm hoping this was just a bit of an off day. I'll definitely give them another shot and update this! read more

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I LOVE this chili parlor! I've been eating here since like forever. The 6 way here is for those who are maxed out on the 5 way and want a change up. This is the ONLY place that you can get a 6 way, as a matter of fact. If I don't get a 6 way, I get a 3 way with garlic. I hose the coneys down with garlic too. The garlic here tastes better than onions any way. read more

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