Empress Chili - Alexandria, KY

05/16/2026

We will be closing at 3:45pm today to allow our employees to attend family events. Happy Saturday!

05/12/2026

Today is our dine-to-donate fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis. Please stop by if you can 10am-8pm!

Franklin is a sweet newborn baby who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis in his first weeks of life. Despite his CF diagnosis, Franklin has a bright future ahead of him because of CF research and medical advancements that have greatly improved treatment options. Much of this has been made possible because of the generosity of families and friends of CF patients. We are thankful for your prayers and contributions!

To donate directly to Franklin's team, please click here: https://fundraise.cff.org/Cincinnati2026/Member/MyPage/10364639/Franklin-Martin-Franklin-and-Friends

05/09/2026

Help make a difference when you dine with us this Tuesday, May 12th!

We’re donating a portion of the sales to cystic fibrosis awareness and research—a cause that is close to our hearts. Our owner’s grandson, Franklin, lives with CF every day. We’re hosting this fundraiser to support him and everyone fighting for a cure. Come grab lunch or dinner 10am-8pm!

You can also make a donation directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by clicking here: https://fundraise.cff.org/Cincinnati2026/Franklinandfriends

02/24/2026

🌶️Chili Week is here!
Stop by for a taste of Cincinnati’s Famous-Original!

Eat in or drive-thru
(Deals not eligible for online orders)

09/22/2025

Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 23 is Empress Chili Day. Stop by and enjoy a chili dog, sandwich or salad and help Empress celebrate 40 years of operation here in Alexandria.

Steve Martin opened Empress Chili in 1985 in an old Savings and Loan located at 8244 Alexandria Pike, back when that location was America Stop and is now Cheers Wine and Liquor.

In 1991 Steve built and opened the current location at 7934 Alexandria Pike.

Mayor Schabell and City Council took time at the September 18 meeting to surprise Steven Martin with a Proclamation to mark the occasion of 40 years of business.

Join us in celebrating Empress Chili and Mr. Martin.

09/15/2025

We’re in the running!
Vote today through Thursday!

Check it out now!

07/09/2025

02/26/2025

2 for $5 coneys
& $6 ways

Now through Saturday!
(Closed Sunday, March 2nd)

As a long overdue homage to our city's food staple - Cincinnati Chili Week launched in 2024 to bring Cincinnatians their favorite chili menu items to the forefront. We're talking 3-ways, 4-ways, juicy, light, coneys, chili cheese fries, chili dip, and more! The goal of Cincinnati Chili Week is to gi...