2009 Chili Challenge Winners

People's Choice - judged by the public with ribbons and gift certificates as prizes
Red Chili 1st place: Chele's Restaurant, 198 Pomeroy, Pismo Beach • 773-1020
Red Chili 2nd place: Chili's Grill & Bar, 991 Rancho Parkway, Arroyo Grande • 489-8560

Chili Verde 1st place: Me & Z's Mexican Restaurant, 1351 E. Grand Ave. Grover Beach • 474-9778
Chili Verde 2nd place: Francisco's Country Kitchen, 775 El Camino Real, Arroyo Grande • 489-5157

International Chili Society (ICS) Competition - determined by 7 judges with cash prizes
Red Chili 1st place-$300: Bill Ray
Red Chili 2nd place-$200: Jim Rasey
Red Chili 3rd place-$100: Patti Shiflet

Chili Verde 1st place-$250: Sylvia Rasey
Chili Verde 2nd place-$150: Mike Ford
Chili Verde 3rd place$75: Derril Shiflet