"This buffetbuster photo shows just how important hot oil is in the nature of Springfield style chili. The oil is where the heat resides. Meat and beans can be ordered alone or separately or, as shown here, together."
Michael Stern
"Oyster crackers originally were invented at the behest of Midwest chili Zeus John Isaac of John's Chili up in Green Bay. They are an essential companion for any chili in which oil plays so important a role. (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern
"Joe Rogers' counter (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern
"Here is just one part of the Honor Roll on Joe Rogers' wall: the names of people who have managed to consume an entire bowl of the restuarant's hottest chili. An asterisk by the name means the person ate two bowls, and one must assume that two asterisks means three. Holy smokes! (buffebuster photo)"
Michael Stern
"The hot dogs are nothing too special, but the addition of spicy chili meat definitely improves the picture. (buffetbuster photo)"
Michael Stern
"Joe Rogers is open only for lunch, Monday through Saturday. (Sometimes closed Monday, too. Please call ahead if you are planning to visit)."
Michael Stern
