733 Monmouth St., Newport; 3716 Dixie Highway, Erlanger; 2421 Madison Ave., Covington
With a location in Newport, another in Covington and one in Erlanger, Dixie has become an integral part of Northern Kentucky culture; each location a local landmark in its own right. Traditionally, Dixies offerings are dominated by their Wisconsin cheddar, and the garlic is a great counterbalance to the dairy, making it one of the areas favorite chili joints.
Founded in 1929 by Papa Nick, Dixie Chili has classic, secret-ingredient Cincinnati-style chili with cheese and onions on spaghetti.
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