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 2026 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 Funkin Chili / Cory Loughlin 14
2nd Place $250 Kane’s K-9 Animal Rescue/Kyle Garanger 15
People’s Choice
1st Place $450 Funkin Chili / Cory Loughlin 14
2nd Place $300 Coopers OB Chili / Kevin Villalovos 20
3rd Place $200 Shipmates Chili / Anthony O’Connell 10
SPECIAL AWARDS
OB Spirit Award - $150 The Taste Buds / Anthony Tokosky 19
*RESTAURANT DIVISION*
Judges’ Awards -Restaurant Division
1st Place Plaque + bragging rights Pizza Port
2nd Place Plaque + bragging rights Tacos & Tortas
People’s Choice Restaurant Division
1st Place Plaque + bragging rights Tacos & Tortas
