Location & Awards | Dixon's Famous Chili

Find Us in Independence

🗺️ Our Historic Location. Visit Kansas City's most legendary chili on US Highway 40, with counter seating and a roomy dining room for families and fans. Address: 9105 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055. Phone: 816-861-7308. Free lot for cars, buses, RVs.

Operating Hours

🕒 Come hungry, we're ready for you. Monday–Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed (Family Day)

Award-Winning Flavor Since 1919

🏆 A Century of Local Accolades. For 100+ years, Dixon's Famous Chili has been recognized for its original 1919 recipe. The all-time favorite parlor of President Harry S. Truman, voted among KC's best chili, an Examiner's Choice winner, and a family-owned Jackson County landmark.