In a Jan. 15 article, Seriouseats.com's Adam Kuban asked Jane and Michael Stern at Roadfood.com for their "top five chili picks." Milwaukee's own Real Chili made the big list.

The notes under the Real Chili header say, "Granted, heartland chili gets little respect from gastronomes who prefer the southwestern kinds, but even for the Texas-style chili purist, Real Chili is an inspiring and enjoyable adventure in declasse dining. Sit at a counter or at one of two communal tables with backless stools and accompany your chili with beer or cherry Coke. A super-fast, friendly staff dole out second helpings at half price of the first, and if you need a bumper sticker for your car, there is always a stack of them at the cash register."

Others on the list include: Dot's (Wilmington, Vt.), Camp Washington Chili Parlor (Cincinnati), Mike's Chili Parlor (Seattle) and Ben's Chili Bowl (Washington, D.C.).

Congrats to a true Milwaukee legend, Real Chili!