Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, CaryThe Triangle Area
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There are so many different ways to make chilli that finding the "best" is not a simple question.
Meat or veggi? How processed, ground or shredded? What kind of broth, veggies, etc. Beans? And of course, how hot?
Now that I think on it, it's probably one of the most 'subjective' foods I like. There must be hundreds of ways to make it.
But to answer your question, I like Chilli from Chili's. Its thicker than soup, has great tasting meat, well spiced without you having to worry about chemical burns on your tongue. It comes with shredded cheddar & diced onions. And you can get a bowl, or if you also want a burger or salad you can get just a cup.
Agreed - I miss their Cincinnati chili & free sampler plate! As for the OP's question - In Raleigh I loved Cloo's Coney Island in Mission Valley (corner of Avent Ferry & Western). It's a Detroit style chili dog place and make a good loose chili that got me through my first homesick months after I moved to Raleigh. Highly recommend their coney dogs - put Snoopy's to shame (except for their 0.99$ Tuesdays)
Me too! I loved their chili when I lived in VA, and was happy to see one in Raleigh. I guess I should make sure to hit them up the next time I'm in DC.
We ended up going out for steak instead, but you guys have given me some good places to try out next time the meat craving hits lol! And chili is going to start tasting even better once the weather gets a little cooler Thanks for the suggestions!
Chili is something I prefer to make at home. When the weather starts to get chilly (heh), I love to have a pot simmering on the stove for several hours.
Coming from Texas, I never put beans in my chili. I love a big bowl of Texas Red, preferably with Fritos and melted cheddar. (Also known as a Frito pie.) Surprisingly enough, my favorite recipe is actually Martha Stewart's. I've made this several times, and follow the recipe exactly - except I use canola oil instead of safflower oil.
I get a large fry and a small chili and put it on top with some shredded cheese. Man that's the best midnight meal every. lol
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Thanks for the suggestions!
