Chili John's Cafe

223 Front St, Beaver Dam
(920) 885-4414

Recent Reviews

PJ C.

Love the local character of this hole-in-the-wall place in downtown BD. This place has been around for decades and the interior is a testament to that. A quirky mix of a diner and a bar. Actually somewhat confusing given all of the TVs for watching sports, the booze and the beer. You'd think it would be open into the wee hours but no it closes at 2pm! Odd. Everyone was a local there except for us - we were the only ones who needed a menu! The banter between the staff and the patrons was entertaining. A real hoot. I ordered a chili cheeseburger which was pretty good. My wife ordered a bowl of chili and a grilled cheese. Both were solid though the chili is more like a chili soup than a typical beefy chili. Lots of beans and good flavor. I am glad places like this are still around - a real historical gem.

Andrew Holum

Best breakfast in town!

Scott Stachowski

Absolutely love this place! Everything about it makes me happy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chili Omelet, Corned Beef Hash, Double Cheeseburger, Chili Fries, Chili Cheeseburger, Gravy Fries, Cheese Burger and French Fries

P Blader

A cozy spot for breakfast.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Robin Briggs

We like everything about this place. Friendly service. Great prices and awesome food.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Double Texas Burger with Fried Onion

Wayne Vanderploeg

Best burgers and chili! Veggie omelet is to die for, says my granddaughter. Best she ever had.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger

Douglas Michael Dunton

105 years old. Same family, same location. And the food is old fashioned perfection. Just go, don't take my word for it, go find out. The pride of Beaver Dam, WI.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chili Omelet, Corned Beef Hash, Cheeseburger Omelet, Egg & Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Tasty Breakfast Hash, Chili Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger, Chili Fries, Double Texas Burger with Fried Onion

Erin R.

Cool atmosphere and family-run business. Visits: about 4 Recommendations: burger and fries

Jolie J

Excellent food and Bloody Mary’

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michiru H.

Small Local owned Hole in the wall but Great food, Nice Owners, and YEARS of Good business

Mitchell Bethke

Today we had some amazing food!!! We started with some coffee and conversation. Order the country bacon, (2 eggs, potatoes and bacon). The food filled the large plate, toast was family style. Service was great and if you go a couple of times they know your name!!!! Definitely need to hit for breakfast and lunch!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Conrad B

I had the 3 pancakes they were pretty good for the price and how big they were, the owner is amazing! Will eat there again to try other foods. Under $20 for me and my dad to eat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

L Dlu440

Double cheese burger with onion and chili fries . Just pain awsome!! reminded me of my Grandma's and Grandpa's home cooking , I'm glad I stopped in on a work trip and looking forward to going back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris Holmes

Great place to eat, great service and great food. Would definitely visit again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Maggie Nigbor

Ordered a rueben sandwich and got mainly a sour kraut with American cheese sandwich!! Only had a tiny amount of corned beef on the corner of the rye bread! Will not be back!!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

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