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Skyline Chili

3.7 (87 reviews)
InexpensiveFast Food, Hot Dogs
Open • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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SKYLINE CHILI ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Connor L.

Skyline Chili was at the top of my list for things to try when we were in the area. Very glad we did. First of all our server was great he was super attentive and even brought out some extra crackers for our baby. I ordered a regular size 5 way and one cheese coney. My wife got the skyline dip. It was very good in my opinion. The noodles in the chili was interesting and changed the flavor from what I'm used to. I really liked their hot sauce and added a good amount to my food as well. Definitely gonna order some for the house. The coney was overflowing with cheese as it seems everything does there but it kept a nice balance of flavors and textures. The vibes were a mix of diner and fast casual, retro feel with the decor. My wife liked her dip as well. I will definitely be back next time we're in the area.

Holly D.

Skyline tends to be consistent with the quality, which is pretty good for a chain this size. So far every time I've been here has been a good experience all the way around! Good service. Comfortable seating. Can't complain.

J E.

It's been many years since I've been in Covington, so when back in the area I stopped in here to try some Skyline Chili. Service was friendly. The place is definitely a dive. Food was decent. Chili tasted good, but didn't have the flavors I seem to recall from 15 years ago. Overall, not bad.

4 way with onions
Tim A.

Skyline is a Cincinnati icon. Any time I get a chance I stop. This one was across the street from our hotel. We sat down and were not greeted by either server. Both were moving through the tables but neither acknowledged us. We caught the attention of Bri, a bubbly, knowledgeable server who was not supposed to be our server but she jumped right in. Everything was perfect after she arrived. I had the 4 way. Spaghetti, chili, cheese and onions. I knew what to expect with this and they were spot on. My wife had never been here before. She ordered the chili cheese fries and the coney bowl. 3 got dogs, chili and cheese with no bun. She really enjoyed this. To finish it off we had funnel fries. This was like fry size funnel cakes. Thinner and crisper than a funnel cake so it was actually much better. This would be a 5 star if the service didn't start so slow.

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Chris G.

I have always loved skyline chili and stopped by this location while in town. The outside area looks a little rough but the inside was clean and the staff was great , was able to sit down immediately our waitress was really friendly and fast the food was really good as usual . Overall I would definitely come back to this location if in the area again.

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Christy A.

Bri - bubbly, energetic, fun, and ready to serve! I would have given 5 stars except at the wait at the beginning. When we walked in, they were quick to greet and asked if we were eating in our to go. Once we told them we were eating in, they said to seat ourselves, so we did....and waited, and waited, finally we grabbed Bri's attention. She was awesome, time the food coming out great! All the food was great!!

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Michelle R.

We are from California and have heard of Cincinnati Chili. My friends in Ohio met us at this location and when the waitress heard it was our first time, she got us samples of the chili to try before buying. It's not quite like Texas chili, but it's still delicious in its own right. If you are not into cinnamon, or whatever spices they put in, the taste may not be for you. The texture isn't quite like Texas chili either. Being my first time, I ate the chili with spaghetti and "lighter" cheese and enjoyed it. Maybe next time I'll go for a chili dog.

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Cindee P.

My friend was trying to explain the Cincinnati chili taste. It's definitely different from the usual southern chili that I am used to, but it was good! Topped on a pile of spaghetti with cheese, onions and hot sauce, I'm come back for more! We also got chili cheese fries. The crackers were also really yummy! The cashier was really nice and helpful.

Small 4 way with onions and  Cheese coney
Liz W.

My boyfriend is from Cincinnati so I was pretty excited to try Skyline. I'd had the canned kind before but of course I knew it wasn't the same. Walking in I noticed the open kitchen and friendly staff. Everyone said "Hi" or ""Welcome!" We were seated right away. The kitchen was clean and it was run smoothly like an assembly line . Restaurant had a quaint comfortable feeling and brought back nostalgic feelings from my childhood (sometimes I miss the Midwest vibes). I ordered a 4 way with onions (spaghetti, Skyline chili, finely shredded mild cheddar cheese, chopped onions) you can choose beans instead if you prefer. I hadn't had spaghetti in years. This was really good. The spaghetti was cooked nicely and the sauce with the cheese and onions was just so satisfying. I recommend adding some of the hot sauce they have on the tables - similar to Tabasco but better!!! I also ordered the Cheese Coney and was very happy. The hotdog itself is smaller than typical dogs you buy at the store but it's loaded with so much sauce and cheese it's huge! I hope I can come here again before we leave town.

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LaDreena W.

Gives "hole in the wall" vibes but our server was really nice! We explained we were first timers from out of town and she let us sample the chili before we took a true plunge. It's interesting! I think you need a really delicious chili to stand out in the meal, and I don't think skyline offered that. Everything was very basic: noodles, chili, beans, cheese etc were just Meh. The fried, chicken wrap and coneys were also all just ok. It was nice to check off the bucket list but can't say we will crave this in the future.

Meanole M.

I wanted to do this review quickly so I didn't forget the amazing service from Ellie. She made our last stop in KY/OH memorable. She'd been working here for a long time and explained the "chili game" in the area. Apparently, there's a lot of competition amongst fast food chili around here. One server here has worked at Skyline for 50 years. Anyway, the food was very good, as advertised. This was our first time here, and there is a specific way you have to order. My wife and I both had the medium-sized 5 way raw. We wanted to try everything in our chili. My son had the loaded fries. The sauce at Skyline was delicious. Ellie said it was a secret recipe. It was sweeter than I expected and had hints of cardoman and other spices. I loved it! Our meals prepared us for the long trip home. We came in shortly after opening, and when we left, Skyline was packed! Can't wait to go back.

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Katerina Y. Y.

The service was great but the food - mheh. My wrap was all lettuce and ranch dressing- not much else.

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David B.

Great food. Great service, fast and friendly. It is good for what it is. They could really use a license to sell beer.

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These guys are on their game. I visit this particular Skyline often, there are almost never mistakes, and the food is always great.

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