When you think of chili, you probably picture a bowl of spicy, beefy stew, deep red in color and packed with tomatoes and beans. But there's so much more to this classic comfort food dish, from its complex history to the surprising number of regional variations. We look at the different takes on chili around the US – from the original 'bowl of red,' to the spaghetti-loaded styles of Cincinnati and Indianapolis – and reveal the best restaurants where you can still try them.

Click or scroll through our gallery for a delicious deep dive into America's classic and regional chili recipes – some of which you may not have heard of, let alone tasted...