A bowl is not where you will find Cincinnati’s most famous chili tradition. At Skyline Chili on Ludlow Avenue, the signature Three-Way arrives layered over spaghetti, creating a dish that looks unexpected to first-time visitors but feels instantly familiar to generations of Cincinnati diners.
Located at 290 Ludlow Ave., this casual neighborhood restaurant serves its chili over a bed of spaghetti before covering the dish with a generous mound of finely shredded cheddar cheese. The warm noodles, fragrant chili, and cool cheese come together in every forkful, while the lively dining room adds the easygoing energy of a well-loved local gathering place.
Trying a Cincinnati Three-Way is more than ordering an unusual plate of chili. It is a chance to taste one of the city’s defining food traditions in its classic form…