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Camp Washington Chili
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Exterior of Camp Washington Chili in 2019
Restaurant information
Current owner(s) John Johnson
Previous owner(s) Steve Andon and Fred Zannbu
Food type American
Street address 3005 Colerain Ave
City Cincinnati
County Hamilton
State Ohio
Postal/ZIP code 45225
Country USA

Camp Washington Chili is a famous restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio. It's known for serving a special kind of food called Cincinnati chili. This restaurant has been around since 1940 and is a well-known spot in the city. It's located in the Camp Washington neighborhood, not far from downtown Cincinnati.

History of Camp Washington Chili

Camp Washington Chili was started in 1940 by two people named Steve Andon and Fred Zannbus. They opened their restaurant in the Camp Washington area. Over the years, it became a very popular place.

Moving to a New Spot

In the year 2000, the restaurant had to move from its original spot. The city needed the land to make Hopple Street wider. So, Camp Washington Chili moved just a few lots away. Their new building looks like a classic 1950s-style diner, which is a type of restaurant that was very popular back then.

Who Owns It Now?

Today, the owner of Camp Washington Chili is John Johnson. He was born in Greece. The restaurant is open almost all the time, 24 hours a day, every day except Sunday.

What is Cincinnati Chili?

Cincinnati chili is a unique type of chili that's very popular in Cincinnati. It's usually served in different ways, often over spaghetti or hot dogs. People often add toppings like cheese, onions, or beans. Camp Washington Chili is one of the most famous places to try this special dish.

Camp Washington Chili in the Spotlight

In 2011, Camp Washington Chili was featured on a TV show called Man v. Food Nation. This show, which airs on the Travel Channel, visits different cities to try their famous foods. Being on the show helped even more people learn about Camp Washington Chili and its delicious food.

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