Food & Drink
5 Places to Enjoy National Chili Dog Day
Posted on Jul 25
Celebrate National Chili Dog Day at any of these local spots!
Every year on July 27th, it's time to celebrate the delicious, nostalgic chili dog. Whether you enjoy Cincinnati-style chili, chili dogs with all the fixings, or a classic chili dog— we have it all. Check out these four spots for chili dogs, hotdogs, burgers, old-fashioned root beer, and so much more!
1. The Jug
Where: 3610 Central Avenue | Middletown, OH
Established in 1932, The Jug has been a beloved icon and holds an iconic status in Middletown. Known for their drive-in service and nostalgic fare, their menu features all of the classics— chili, hamburgers, french fries, hotdogs, and of course... their popular, refreshing root beer. Try it alone or with some vanilla ice cream for a delicious root beer float!
2. Mr. Hotdog
Where: 1105 Central Avenue | Middletown, OH
This new local restaurant just opened this summer and specializes in hotdogs! Alongside creative hotdog combinations, Mr. Hotdog also features a Cincinnati-style chili dog. Add your own creative flair with a wide range of toppings, or try another one of their specialty hotdogs to discover a new favorite.
3. Jolly's Drive In
Where: 165 N Brookwood Avenue | Hamilton, OH
Where: 210 N Erie Blvd Highway | Hamilton, OH
Order from the comfort of your car at this staple restaurant in Hamilton. With their two locations, Jolly's Drive-In has been serving delicious American fare since 1937. They are best known for their frosty mugs of handcrafted root beer, fresh popcorn, and footlong chili-dogs and hotdogs.
4. Skyline Chili
Multiple Locations throughout Butler County
Photo Credit : Skyline Chili
It wouldn't be National Chili Dog Day in Ohio without a classic coney (or two) from Skyline Chili. If you didn't know, Skyline is a Cincinnati staple, founded in 1949 by Greek immigrant Nicholas Lambrinides and named for the view of Cincinnati's skyline. Butler County is home to multiple locations so it's easy to find! The Cheese Coney is a must-try— hotdog with Cincinnati chili, mustard, onions, and piled high with fresh cheese. If you like a kick, don't forget to add some Skyline hot sauce!
5. J&E Rootbeer
6301 Germantown Rd | Middletown, OH
Order from the comfort of your car at this nostalgic root beer stand and find floats, burgers, conies, footlongs, chili + more at J&E Rootbeer in Middletown!