Camp Washington Chili

The owner and his wife ensured our prompt service. Our server was patient. Lol Any extras were brought quickly as well as refills and a to-go order by a difficult friend of mine. It's appreciated in this world that someone is still taking pride in their family business and not allowing the sterilization of authentic thought. As big brand national chains move in often the family business fail. Way to be a great example of fortitude.

You Cincinnatians with your weird chili. It's too thin. It's got cinnamon. It's on spaghetti?! Come on. Saw this place on YouTube and had to try it. Well, y'all made a believer out of me. It's delicious. And with oyster crackers, I can see why it's meant to be as thin as it is. Full disclosure, I never tried Skyline or Gold Star - figured I'd start with the original. One day I'll try the other guys, but Camp Washington was a great experience all around. So friendly and fast, and I just love the fifties diner vibe. Keep up the good work, folks!

Other than a rude customer cussing me out for not seeing him as I walked (and I can't fault the restaurant for that), our visit here was great. I would rank this as my favorite Cincinnati Chili (I went with the 3 Way since it was my first time at a new place), and my wife enjoyed the Chili Coneys. Our server was friendly and attentive even if it did seem like she didn't get many new faces. The 40s-style dinner is covered with accolades and news clippings about this Cincinnati institution. While we were there, they were doing a very steady take-out and drive thru business. It may not look like much on the outside, but don't pass up this hidden gem and a chance to experience what feels like authentic Cincy rather than the manufactured and sanitized corporate version.