Love skyline and tge staff is fantastic!!! Great cheese coneys!!! I would recommend for weveryone!! Great salads as well.

Skyline Chili is a nice way to warm up after a few hours out in the cold. The chili is Cincinnati style, so expect finely ground beef, with cinnamon as a distinct flavor, and without a lot of spice-heat. That's the style, folks, and it can be a nice change. So when I ate here recently, the chili tasted exactly as expected, although it did seem overly thin or soupy. I ordered my chili over a potato, which was great, but more chili (and thicker) would have been nice. They seem to pride themselves in serving a ridiculously large amount of cheese over the chili, but the cheese they use is nothing special. The vegetarian chili burrito got a similar review from one of my dining companions - a decent, simple lunch to warm and fill you up. The coffee was said to be excellent. The service for our visit was nice, prompt, no-nonsense. At Skyline you sit down to have your order taken, but I think of it as just a step above fast food. This particular establishment serves the same food as other Skylines, and they seem to be doing a nice job with it. read more

Drive Through Review Large 5 was was plenty for dinner for 2.... ordered a cheddar potato for lunch tomorrow. 5 Way Chili - more cinnamon than I remember, but the spaghetti was cooked well, the beans were not mushy, and the cheese was sharp. Potato - well cooked with the same cheddar as the little shredded bags of joy that come with the chili. Take out containers - THE WORST EVER... the plastic bag even leaked!!! No holes... the grease seeped out of the seam! Both containers were covered in greasy slime by the time I drove the 5 miles home... even though neither moved a bit.. the bag didn't even twitch on the passenger seat... grrrrr. read more

Skyline Chili - Large 5 Way - Fast Food Near Me - Stow, Ohio

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We've been coming here for years and mostly they are great with fast service and good food. However, I had the chicken bacon ranch wrap that contained Fritos brand corn chips, at least according to the advertisement. Unfortunately, the stale corn chips in the wrap were NOT Fritos and thus the wrap was not that good. I was disappointed because even Taco Bell uses "real" Doritos seasoning then they say they do. Is this franchise cheaping out on this key ingredient? read more

Skyline Chili - Fritos? Really? - Fast Food Near Me - Stow, Ohio

This makes me embarrassed to live in Ohio. First off, staff was cool, don't blame them for this at all. We all have to pay bills. Now that that's out of the way let talk about the food. I ordered a chili cheese dog and fries. As an Italian, I couldn't bring myself to order steamed spaghetti. Let's break down the chili cheese dog... 1. The bun: It's steamed, it's soft, it is useless. I like my hot dog bun to be plain tasting because the hot dog should be the star of the show, so this is fine. But it was too soft and fell apart under the chili and cheese. 2. The chili: It's hot garbage. It has cinnamon in it. It's sweet chili. It's made for the pallet of midwesterners who this Sprite is spicy. It's downright disgraceful to even call it chili. 3. The cheese: It's cheddar, it's shredded, there's a lot of it. It's cool I guess... I am indifferent about this cheese. 4. The Dog: It's about 3 inches long. Isn't even bun length. Ballpark franks have more flavor. I grew up in New Jersey and calling this a Coney dog is a sin. Bottom line, don't go here. Go to retro dog and grab something with flavor. I can't believe people like this. read more

I like the oyster crackers. I also liked my Dr Pepper. The coney dog was gross. The spaghetti was okay

Hick food that is of minimal nutritional value. It's probably worse than McDonald's. There is nothing tasty or nutritious about it. The coneys are gross; the sausage is reminiscent of canned Vienna sausage, something that should never be eaten. Moreover, they pile on the cheese...GROSS! Their 3-way chili spaghetti is equally disgusting. It's nothing more than empty calories, and it does not feel very good going down. I feel bad for anyone who subjects their digestive system to this "food." Your body is a temple; treat it as such and stay away from this. read more

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First time in the Cleveland area and heard good things about Skyline Chili. It did not disappoint! Fast, friendly service and great food! Tell your friends and stop in. You won't regret it! read more

Incredible food. Aveeage service. Would it kill people in the service industry to smile every now and again? read more

Skyline Chili - Fast Food Near Me - Stow, Ohio

I've been looking forward to trying Skyline Chili for some time now and I have to say that I wasn't too impressed. You would think being a chili restaurant that the chili would be phenomenal, instead it was just average. I ordered the regular sized 5 Way Chili which comes on top of steamed spaghetti noodles with onions and cheese, but I upgraded to habanero cheese which was pretty delicious. The first thing I noticed about the chili was the scent of cinnamon, it wasn't super overbearing but it was noticeable enough. I meat that they used is finely chopped up which makes for a consistent taste, although they didn't use any special ingredients to make the chili taste unique, just average. Plus, it felt like there was more noodles than chili, not the best ratio. Would I go back? Probably, but I'm not going to go out of my way to go here. I actually prefer Wendy's chili over this place. read more

Like a good display of cleavage, this place is easy to see but hard to get into without serious effort. You've gotta navigate a bunch of Steels Corner suburban wasteland sprawl to get to the little strip mall that houses Skyline. Beware the roads with grassy medians! It's too easy to drive on the wrong side if it's dark out. Now with Skyline, either you like the chili or you don't. Any time we went to Reds games when I's a kid, that meant stopping at a Cincy chili parlor, so I got the bug as a youngun. It's Cincinnati-style Greek chili, far different than the supposed million or so varieties of heavily tomato-based overspiced slop that most Americans are used to. Cincy chili is more of a sauce consistency (thinner) than a meal in itself, it's flavored differently (cinnamon?) and it's great on everything. Most dishes include chili on spaghetti ("Ways") or hot dogs, covered with a fucking huge mound of shredded cheese. Seriously, the copious amount of queso used here keeps Wisconsin in business. Skyline is styled somewhat like Steak-N-Shake, a middle ground between fast food and full dining, where fast food is served to you on plates with silverware. The service at this Skyline has never disappointed. Somehow, they seem really focused on keeping drinks full, even for thirsty lardasses like me. ¡Muy apreciado! Here's a tip: go Monday nights. All you can eat Ways and Dogs for like $8.99. See if you can beat my record of 17 cheese coneys... I don't think you can, because unlike you, I've transformed public displays of gluttonous embarrassment into an art form. read more

I wish we had continued down the street to Retro Dog. Talk about the most unhappy staff, grumpiness at its finest. Blah food, blah staff. The only reason I gave it a two star rating is cause my husband likes this stuff. I couldn't think of anything worse to eat. read more

Skyline Chili - Two dogs on a plate and they aren't even quality dogs. - Fast Food Near Me - Stow, Ohio

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Need a Skyline fix, but you're on the opposite side of the state from Cincinnati? No problem. All you've come to expect from the original Skyline locations in the Queen City is here -- the quick and friendly service, the three-ways bursting with yellow cheese, the bibs, and the oyster crackers with "hot" sauce. This location is almost always busy, but we've never had to wait for a table. Sometimes you will have to wait a bit longer than you might expect for your food, but that's if an influx of carry-out orders happens to come through right before you sit down. Typically, the food is out within 5-7 minutes of ordering. Vegetarians, do not despair! 3-, 4-, and 5-ways can be made with Skyline's special black-beans-and-rice mixture, which also fills their scrumptious black bean burritos. In my opinion, it's even better than the original chili that made the chain famous. If you're a chili fan, though, you can buy cans of it (or, better yet, packets of the seasoning mix) at the counter. Note: they take credit cards, but you'll need to pay at the counter. Feel free to leave the tip in cash at the table. read more

I am from Cincinnati. love skyline chili. I have visited the Skyline in Stow several times. On 2 different occasions they have been short on supplies that have affected my order. Out of onions Out of French Fries. I believe the staff take short cuts. Both times was 1 hr before closing. read more

This is hands-down one of my favorite restaurants of all time. The food is excellent, the customer service is always great, and the place is always clean. The staff is made up of some of the nicest workers I've ever met, and they'll always take good care of you. As for food, I highly recommend the coney dogs, I always have to get at least two to take home after I'm done eating my meal. If you've never been to skyline before then please give it a shot, you won't regret it. read more

Skyline is one of those restaurants that is an acquired taste. The first visit I had about 15 years ago in Cincinnati I was unsure if I liked it. I remembered the unique chilli, coneys, and fluffy shredded cheese often. I also thought of their hot sauce and how darn good it was on the coney. I have been back numerous times, and when I moved to Stow, started frequenting the location here. The location in Stow is not the best as it is not easily seen from the Steels Corners exit off Route 8. The restaurant is typical size with seating and lunch counter style bar seats. The staff is a mixed bag. Some days they are spot on, others they are inattentive and seemingly vanish for extend periods. The food is the star. The chilli cheese coneys are amazing as are the chilli 3 and 5 ways. I've also had the chilli cheese burrito and it is okay. Love their hot sauce, and the fries are decent. It's a great inexpensive place for a bite plus they have a drive thru. read more

Good chili but with a twist. Originated in Cincy.. If you have never tried a 3 way or a cheese coney, you are really are missing out! Try the haberno cheese if your lucky to be there when they have it, it will wake up your taste buds with a spicy kick! Mr. Underwood runs a fine shop! read more

You Cincinnatians know good Skyline in the greater Cleveland/Akron area is hard to find. But if you live in Northeast Ohio and you're a fan of the famous/infamous Cincy-style chili ("chili" to some), the restaurant in Stow comes close enough. I ate here with my best friend on a Tuesday night. We came in about an hour before close (customer faux pas, I know, sorry!!!). By that time, it was self-seating. We were the only ones there. They were starting to clean up, and one of the waitresses was vacuuming, but she thankfully stopped after we sat down at one of the cleaner booths. The service was equivalent to any other Skyline you'd get in Cincy, and about the same amount of wait time even though we were the only patrons. Bowl of oyster crackers to start, drinks came quickly, and so did my much-anticipated four-way and cheese coney all the way (fact: if you want to order a coney at Skyline with everything on it, you must learn to order it "all the way." It's a tradition). I'm giving the Stow branch four stars because although it didn't rival a Colerain experience (is that even possible?), the quality of the chili was LEVELS above that of the Parma Skyline.* LEVELS. It was almost home away from home. *I mean DO NOT go to the Parma Skyline. read more

Wanted to get some Skyline Chili on my next trip to Cincy---last time was several years ago. Super surprised, that, yes there is a Skyline Chili in Stow, Ohio! Had both the 4-way Chili AND a couple of Coneys. BOTH were outstanding! Smothered with shredded cheese and onions-- it was absolute Heaven! Go get some NOW! read more

I am not sure why anyone would go to Skyline and be upset about "minimum nutritional value". Did you look into the food you are about to eat AT ALL? It's chili, noodles, and a pile of cheese for pete's sake. I don't think anyone (maybe except for our clueless friend Wil W.) is going to Skyline for a healthy meal. I feel sorry for people like Wil W., who don't look into the food they are about to eat, and blindly eat something that they obviously have no business consuming, then have the audacity to judge others who enjoy it. Bottom line: health nuts, this place isn't for you. I grew up in Cincinnati, and this Cleveland area locale brought me home. Polite service, excellent food, and quick. If you enjoy chili, with either noodles, or a hot dog, topped with cheese, check this place out. It's different, but I find it delicious. If you are concerned about possibly putting unhealthy food in your "temple", you may not want to try it. And if you do, don't come on here and whine about how horrible it is for you, because anyone with half a brain can put that together by simply looking at the menu. read more

I personally like this place. It is quick, cheap and provides me with a pick-me-up! I always get the small three way. Can't go wrong! read more

Skyline Chili!!!!! It's chili with crackers, cheese, noodles and beans! I don't have this often because of the carbs but when I do I enjoy it. read more

This location has great service which makes the entire experience that much better. 3 way with onions all the way! Might not be too many ingredients but it sure tastes amazing and also light on the checkbook. read more

I am a fan of skyline. I tried for the first time in Columbus and really have loved it ever since. For what I can tell people either love if or hate it. My husband and I love it. To be honest I don't think about it very much when we go out but I love the 3 way and my husband really enjoys the coneys. Mmmm now I want skyline.... PS: not diet food but very delicious!! read more

I am not a fan at all! My husband likes it, so I'll give it 3 stars, but my girls and myself didn't. The chili has an odd taste to it. Fries were way overdone,. Disappointing since I love chili dogs. Staff is very friendly though! read more

We first tried Skyline on our honeymoon of all things - I added hot sauce at that time, unfortunately, before I realized what Skyline chili is! Now I love the taste. I have to have mustard and onions. Our service was great here. The food was piping hot - this is the FIRST time I've been to a Skyline that served hot chili.. thank goodness!! Give it a try, you'll have cravings. read more

Absolutely the most pathetic excuse for chili I have ever encountered. A quarter of a star for omitting beans, but that's it. Canned Wolf and Hormel chili are better, and that is really being generous. Sorry, this Texan expected better. Shame on you. read more

Gotta love the classic! If you haven't had Cincinnati style chili, give it a try. Don't expect the Texas style chili most everyone is used to. This stuff is more like a sauce. Have it on some spaghetti. Yeah buddy!! read more

We stopped in for the first time tonite. It was a pleasant place....very sweet and informative waitress. She explained everything about the chili to us. Brought us samples of the chili. I'm sure the ppl that like this type of chili find it phenomenal. ...however it was very over spiced with cinnamon....which I understand is there way of doing it. It just didn't seem balanced to me in the flavors. It would be a good base to layer some more flavors to it.... It was very quick service....but is should have been. Everything is very hold able and fast in its own rite. .. Based on the service and quickness...I would come back---IF I liked the chili. But it just wasn't my daughters and I cup of tea. Wish they had some Michigan coney places around..lol Yummmmmm read more

Skyline Chili is a Cincinnati cult classic. We've been to Skyline many, many times. It's so good! The chili cheese fries are delicious, as well as the 5- way (chili, spaghetti, cheese, beans and chopped onion). The Caesar salad is fresh and crispy, and the dressing is really good. The Buffalo Chicken salad is delicious as well. Even the loaded chili cheese baked potato is good. I don't think there is a single thing on the menu that my family doesn't like. This Skyline is clean, and the servers have always been helpful, pleasant and prompt in checking- in on us and refilling drinks. It's become a tradition for us to each get a mini peppermint patty at the cash register when paying (chili and cheese don't make for the freshest breath! Ha ha!) and even pick up some cans of Skyline to take home. Our family always enjoys going here, and it's a great place to take the kids. They bring bowls of crackers for each person when you are seated, so that keeps the kids occupied, and the wait time for your order is very quick. They even provide bibs if you need them. Absolutely 5 stars! And we will, of course, return again and again and again! :) read more

I went here for the first time today. Pretty good little joint if you like 3 way chili. Service was good. Very good portions for the price. The spaghetti wasn't over cooked like a lot of places do. I'll definitely have to go back and try their chili dogs and other items. The service was good and the servers were pretty friendly. read more

I spent 1/2 of life in Cincy and enjoyed them all, Empress, Queen City, Gold Star and the Original Skyline. I've become accustomed to what Cincinnati style chili is and how it is served. I used your drive through last night as the dining room is still closed. I paid too much for what I took home. I've been ordering the tasty cheese coneys for forever. They can be delivered in 'to go' containers. Last night I needed a spoon and fork to eat them. You sent me home with an order of two soggy bread soaked hot dogs covered with solid patties of cheese. I couldn't tell whether any mustard or onions were even added. The 5 way had more bean taste than usual. Your drive through lane at night is a little tight and way too dark. Your menu board can't be used at night since you don't have it lit. Any reason we didn't put a receipt in the bag? I remember how glad we were when you opened in Stow after the turn of the century. Why not open your dining room? Not sure if I'll stop by before you reopen. You have room for improvement. Nice that we can get Skykine products in Walmart. The coneys and a fresh 5 way (OR 3 or 4 way) top anything from a store when prepared well. Try again read more

I moved to Virginia from the area near this Skyline ten years ago and had not had Skyline Chili since. I went on a Tuesday evening. The service was very fast and friendly, and the chili was excellent. Often when I reminisce about restaurants I've left behind in NE Ohio and then have the opportunity to eat there again years later, the food is not as good as the memory. This time the food exceeded the memory! I had four way and it was absolutely delicious. Whether you are in the area visiting or live in the area, I recommend eating at this Skyline Chili store! read more

I love their food!!!!! Skyline Chili is the Best! I come from Arizona just to enjoy their food!!!! read more

so don't get the buffalo chicken wrap... mine was overflowing with sauce and very messy to eat. like i used probably 10 napkins. also the 5 way chili is chili over pasta but the chili is sweet... other than that though the service was good, pricing was fair, and the place was clean:) read more

Not what I was expecting At All. The time of my visit the restaurant wasn't clean (floor dirty and some tables that were empty had yet to be wiped off). Service was mediocre, the chili wasn't a wow factor considering it's what they are known for. I like cheese but 2 lbs on my bowl of chili was extreme. My first and last time there. Just didn't work for me. read more

The chili is always consistent. I am shocked at how dirty this restraunt is. Under staffed and the owner/manager does nothing. Stands around and has no desire to take care of customers. This is now three weeks in a row with the same results. The staff mimics the owner lazy. read more

It's nothing to write home about would be better if they melted the cheese mediocre at best!!

There is no negative stars or I would rate it that way. Food ? Not horrible but not great definitely an acquired taste. Cheap but expected that. What was gross was the restaurant. Almost every table was dirty, even the clean tables had grease on them. Fruit flies=unclean... Fruit flies in December=filthy... Clean people it's not that hard and ots part of your job read more

Update: I had an issue during my last visit, which I have described below. After writing my initial review and contacting Skyline HQ, I received a call from the franchisee of this location. The call went beyond the standard "we're sorry for your experience" and he really invested the time to understand what happened in order to both address our experience and to improve service in the future for all guests. I think that speaks volumes and certainly warrants an update to my previous review and a future visit. I enjoy Skyline at any location and I've found the food to be consistently good across all locations, so I'm hopeful our last experience was a fluke. Give them a try yourself and see. Previous review: The food is always good here and we've enjoyed every visit except the most recent. We went here on Friday evening and unfortunately the owners' daughter was working as the waitress that night. She was extremely unfriendly and unwelcoming. After complaining to the manager about how poor she was, I was shocked to learned she was the owners' daughter. She never greeted us (even when she came up to the table to take our order). Her attitude was the worst of any service employee I've ever encountered, and her demeanor, speech, and general interaction style screamed that she did not want to be there and certainly didn't want to interact with anyone. She seemed like an extremely unhappy person and it makes me wonder just how much the owners really care about customer service and their customers. The manager was great and marked our bill down considerably after we spoke to him, but I have to wonder whether I want to come back. Even after speaking to the employee about the issue, she never apologized and simply avoided our table for the remainder of our stay. In fact, the person who checked out our bill seemed pained to have to interact with us. We are regular Skyline customers (been to locations throughout Ohio), but may avoid this location. read more