Chili Cook-off Registration for the 2026 is open! 

There’s no doubt, that Minnesotans embrace the cold “chilly” weather and the Wayzata Chili Cook-off has become a tradition celebrating that concept.  14 local restaurants participate and serve their secret special recipe, while celebrity judges taste for the best. Thank you to each of our chefs and their crew who spend many long hours creating some of the best chilis in the North! And get ready to rock with PowerTap! 

2025 Chili Cook-Off Contenders

2025 Emcees & Judges 

Jason DeRusha – Host of Drivetime with Jason DeRusha on WCCO Radio. Minnesota’s Favorite Broadcast & Food Critic.
Stephanie March – Editor at Large with Mpls. St. Paul Magazine and cohost of The Weekly Dish, 107.1 Radio Show.
Richard Fisher – Performance FoodService Master Chef and Director of Culinary Business Development.
Billy Sushi – National-renowned sushi chef, Owner of Billy Sushi & Founder of Sushi Fix.

2025 Judges Picks

#1 Parlour |  #2 ninetwentyfive | #3 Lord Fletchers 

2023 Golfers Choice

ninetwentyfive