6 Places In Las Vegas For The Best Chili
It’s cold today in Las Vegas. And now that it’s November, there’s more of that to come. Some of us crave soup on a day like this, and others are…
It's cold today in Las Vegas. And now that it's November, there's more of that to come. Some of us crave soup on a day like this, and others are chili people. There's nothing like some warm comfort food when it's freezing (or close to it) outside. But when it's cold, sometimes we just want to sit under a blanket and stay warm. Not running around working in the kitchen.
TGIT! Thank goodness it's takeout! Who needs all that noise of cleaning pots and pans and measuring ingredients? With so many options in Las Vegas to eat, it's simple just to grab and go. And because we are Las Vegas, you know you're going to score when it comes to quality.
Before we get into where you can get a tasty bowl of chili today, do we even know why we have this delicious dish? Who was the genius who first threw all these ingredients into one pot? Here's some fun chili history for you, served up by Wonderopolis.com.
Legend has it that chili came to the United States in the 1700s, courtesy of immigrants from the Canary Islands. They settled in the state of Texas then an allegedly brought the dish with them. And we know from all our favorite western movies (and history or whatever) that chili was a popular dish amongst the cowboys of yore (awesome band name, btw).
Here's another fun fact, the 1880's saw a huge surge in chili popularity. This was in part thanks to the "Chili Queens" that would serve up bowls at their chili stands. They called the dishes "Bowls O Red" (not a great band name) and started the chili trend that spread nationwide (wonderopolis.com).
And even though we enjoy it everywhere, Texas still gets the credit for bringing us this deliciousness. In fact, it's their official state dish. Thanks, Texas!
–Wendy Rush, 96.3KKLZ Las Vegas
1. Great Links Brewhouse and Grill
Location: Craig & Jones
What Locals Are Saying: The chili is killer and it will ruin you for any other chili place.
2. Big Dog's Brewing Company
Location: Craig & Rancho
What Locals Are Saying: The Chili Con Queso is a must-have! Put it on top of one of their amazing hot dogs and you're set.
3. Original Tommy's World Famous Hamburgers
Location: Craig & 95, Harmon & Boulder Highway, Eastern & St. Rose Parkway
What Locals Are Saying: Hands down this is the best chili in the city. For a real treat, get one of their world famous chili cheeseburgers!
4. Black Bear Diner
Location: Sahara & Durango, Tropicana & Jones, Sunset & Green Valley Parkway, Warm Springs & Las Vegas Blvd.
What Locals Are Saying: This is a favorite on the menu and great with a side of fries!
5. Nacho Daddy
Location: Sahara & Ft. Apache, Fremont Street Experience, Harmon & Las Vegas Blvd., Maryland & St. Rose Parkway
What Locals Are Saying: Their Thai Chili Nachos are amazing!
6. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Locations: Craig & North 5th Street, Rancho & Decatur, Rainbow & Russell, Eastern & Silverado Ranch
What Locals Are Saying: The chili is delicious, especially when you put it and cheese on fries.
