 Besides Empress , Skyline , and Gold Star , there are also smaller chains such as Dixie Chili and Deli and numerous independents including the acclaimed Camp Washington Chili , probably the most well @-@ known of the independents . Other independents include Pleasant Ridge Chili , Blue Ash Chili , Park Chili Parlor , Price Hill Chili , and the Blue Jay Restaurant , in all totalling more than 250 chili parlors . In addition to the chili parlors , some version of Cincinnati chili is commonly served at many local restaurants . Arnold 's Bar and Grill , the oldest bar in the city , serves a vegetarian " <unk> <unk> " dish ordered in " ways " . Melt Eclectic Cafe offers a vegan 3 @-@ way . 
