The Chili Cook-Off competition was held in the grassy area between Newport Avenue and the Pacific. Chili tasters put their tastebuds to the test and cast their votes alongside the judges! Chili tasting. Competitors showcased their chili cooking skills by competing for great prizes... not to mention the satisfaction of winning!
Congrats to our 2025 OB Chili Cook-Off winners!
Judging
Chili judging will be based on ICS guidelines for:
- Consistency
- Taste – like chili
- Color – looks like chili
- Smell – good like chili
- Meat (if used) – tender
Prizes and Awards
*AMATEUR DIVISION*
Judges’ Awards
1st Place ($400): Shaka Chili Brah
2nd Place ($250):Not Joe Mama’s Chili
People’s Choice
1st place ($450): California Wild Ales
2nd place ($300): Cory – Grate Full Chili
3rd place ($200): Kane’s K-9 Animal Rescue
SPECIAL AWARDS
OB Spirit Award - ($150): Friends of the Taste Buds
*RESTAURANT DIVISION*
Judges’ Awards
1st Place: Banks the Butcher BBQ
2nd Place: Wonderland Ocean Pub
People’s Choice Restaurant Division
1st Place: OB Surf Lodge
Click here to view the previous years winners.
Check out our other photo albums from the 2025 OB Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off using the links below.
2025 Hodads Burger Eating Competition
2025 OB Dirty Birds Wing Eating Competition
2025 Ocean Beach Street Fair Photos
