Cheap and plentiful! This was my first time at Skyline Chili and it was not what I expected. I heard that while in Ohio I had to try it. I did not realize it was a chain and basically fast food. I figured that out the moment I saw the building. Not saying this is a bad thing, but I lowered my standards immediately. When you get there you seat yourself, but you have a server. However, at the end of the meal you go to the front to pay. I wouldn't say it is the best chili in Ohio, but it was good and cheap. I really liked the chili on the spaghetti noodles (it's called a 3 way). It is not really chunky/hearty chilli, but it makes a good sauce. I just wouldn't eat it by itself. I got the small, which is basically a kid size. I would suggest if you are hungry at all get a bigger plate. Weird thing is the kids meal 3 way comes with a drink and is cheaper! If I lived in Ohio I would probably eat here quite often. I would definitely suggest trying it for the experience, but don't take a date here thinking it will impress her!
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Keith W.
Met all skyline expectations. I am a skyline expert and the quality and service matches what you should expect.
(5)
Jennifer S.
How is it that I am nearing 4 decades of life and no one has told me about this before. I am now on my way to find a case of chili before I return south. If you go in expecting chili like you would have anywhere else, you will be pleasantly surprised. It is a completely flavor. It's chili but with an awesome twist.
(5)
Kenneth M.
nothing better when driving through cincinnati/dayton area then skyline! great food and even better service!!!
(5)
Tim S.
I'm used to really fast service when I go to a Skyline. Sit down and eat chili within 3 minutes it seems like. During a Saturday afternoon visit to this Skyline, we probably waited about 10 minutes before we were eating delicious chili. It's not a big deal, and definitely not a complaint. Simply, it's one of the only differences I could discern from this Skyline and others I've been too. The chili was delicious (of course) and it seemed like we got the sky-high cheese, even though we didn't ask for it! This one also has a drive-thru for chili on the go!
(3)
Dennis C.
Growing up in the Cincinnati area, I've been eating Skyline for many years. This location does it right every time. The food is always hot and fresh. Make sure you dine in! The service here is incredible!
(4)
Ian W.
Okay chili. Driving west across Ohio, we took a small detour (I-75 South) near Dayton and stopped for lunch at Skyline Chili, located across the street from Wal-Mart and Hooters. I was really looking forward to trying out some Cincinnati style chili over spaghetti. This restaurant offers full table service (seat yourself), takeout, and a drive-thru window. The kitchen area is open. We decided to eat in since eating chili can get messy. We started out with a Diet Pepsi and a Sierra Mist ($1.75 each) and given some oyster crackers. My friend ordered a Regular Coney without cheese (freebie on the day we went) and a Garden Salad ($3.29). I ordered the 5-Way Chili over Spaghetti ($7.29). The food was served fairly quick. The Garden Salad was pretty basic, romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes. shredded cheese, and a packet of dressing. The Coney was a disappointment, which was very mushy and tasted like a canned Vienna sausage. However, the 5-Way Chili over Spaghetti was pretty decent tasting and a good sized portion with soft spaghetti, piled with a thick chili, onions, red beans, and a big mound of shredded cheese (more than plenty) on top. The chili was okay to me, which was not too spicy. If you're a cheese lover, then this chili/spaghetti dish is for you! We were also given refills on the soft drinks during our meal to wash down the aftertaste. Overall a pretty filling lunch. I know for next time to skip the hot dog and stick with the chili. 07/25/2010
(3)
Scott G.
Very different sweet tasting chili served over spaghetti I had it 4 way. I would try it again.
(3)
Stormtrooper H.
Skyline is in my opinion the bast Cincinnati style chili (not as much a fan of Goldstar). 5 way is the ticket and ask if they have jalapeno cheese if you like to give it a little kick (plus the hot sauce to really spice it up). You can't go wrong and Skyline is a must every time I'm in Dayton.
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Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Drive-Thru : Yes
Christina C.
Cheap and plentiful! This was my first time at Skyline Chili and it was not what I expected. I heard that while in Ohio I had to try it. I did not realize it was a chain and basically fast food. I figured that out the moment I saw the building. Not saying this is a bad thing, but I lowered my standards immediately. When you get there you seat yourself, but you have a server. However, at the end of the meal you go to the front to pay. I wouldn't say it is the best chili in Ohio, but it was good and cheap. I really liked the chili on the spaghetti noodles (it's called a 3 way). It is not really chunky/hearty chilli, but it makes a good sauce. I just wouldn't eat it by itself. I got the small, which is basically a kid size. I would suggest if you are hungry at all get a bigger plate. Weird thing is the kids meal 3 way comes with a drink and is cheaper! If I lived in Ohio I would probably eat here quite often. I would definitely suggest trying it for the experience, but don't take a date here thinking it will impress her!
(4)Keith W.
Met all skyline expectations. I am a skyline expert and the quality and service matches what you should expect.
(5)Jennifer S.
How is it that I am nearing 4 decades of life and no one has told me about this before. I am now on my way to find a case of chili before I return south. If you go in expecting chili like you would have anywhere else, you will be pleasantly surprised. It is a completely flavor. It's chili but with an awesome twist.
(5)Kenneth M.
nothing better when driving through cincinnati/dayton area then skyline! great food and even better service!!!
(5)Tim S.
I'm used to really fast service when I go to a Skyline. Sit down and eat chili within 3 minutes it seems like. During a Saturday afternoon visit to this Skyline, we probably waited about 10 minutes before we were eating delicious chili. It's not a big deal, and definitely not a complaint. Simply, it's one of the only differences I could discern from this Skyline and others I've been too. The chili was delicious (of course) and it seemed like we got the sky-high cheese, even though we didn't ask for it! This one also has a drive-thru for chili on the go!
(3)Dennis C.
Growing up in the Cincinnati area, I've been eating Skyline for many years. This location does it right every time. The food is always hot and fresh. Make sure you dine in! The service here is incredible!
(4)Ian W.
Okay chili. Driving west across Ohio, we took a small detour (I-75 South) near Dayton and stopped for lunch at Skyline Chili, located across the street from Wal-Mart and Hooters. I was really looking forward to trying out some Cincinnati style chili over spaghetti. This restaurant offers full table service (seat yourself), takeout, and a drive-thru window. The kitchen area is open. We decided to eat in since eating chili can get messy. We started out with a Diet Pepsi and a Sierra Mist ($1.75 each) and given some oyster crackers. My friend ordered a Regular Coney without cheese (freebie on the day we went) and a Garden Salad ($3.29). I ordered the 5-Way Chili over Spaghetti ($7.29). The food was served fairly quick. The Garden Salad was pretty basic, romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes. shredded cheese, and a packet of dressing. The Coney was a disappointment, which was very mushy and tasted like a canned Vienna sausage. However, the 5-Way Chili over Spaghetti was pretty decent tasting and a good sized portion with soft spaghetti, piled with a thick chili, onions, red beans, and a big mound of shredded cheese (more than plenty) on top. The chili was okay to me, which was not too spicy. If you're a cheese lover, then this chili/spaghetti dish is for you! We were also given refills on the soft drinks during our meal to wash down the aftertaste. Overall a pretty filling lunch. I know for next time to skip the hot dog and stick with the chili. 07/25/2010
(3)Scott G.
Very different sweet tasting chili served over spaghetti I had it 4 way. I would try it again.
(3)Stormtrooper H.
Skyline is in my opinion the bast Cincinnati style chili (not as much a fan of Goldstar). 5 way is the ticket and ask if they have jalapeno cheese if you like to give it a little kick (plus the hot sauce to really spice it up). You can't go wrong and Skyline is a must every time I'm in Dayton.
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