At Chili’s Grill & Bar, you can enjoy a wide variety of American and Tex-Mex dishes. Their menu includes appetizers, fajitas, burgers, ribs, steaks, chicken, seafood, salads, soups, desserts, and a kids’ menu. They also have lighter options under the Guiltless Grill section.
Some of the most popular items at Chili’s are the Triple Dipper appetizer (priced at $19.79) and the Big Mouth Bites mini burgers (priced at $18.29). The Triple Dipper lets you choose three appetizers, making it a popular choice for sharing. Another popular choice is the Fajita Trio, which includes steak, chicken, and shrimp, and costs $28.09.
Chili’s is famous for its baby back ribs, which cost $29.29 for a full order. Their Classic Sirloin steaks are also popular. They are available in 6 oz. for $19.29 and 10 oz. for $27.59. If you’re looking for something lighter, the Guiltless Sirloin 6 oz. is priced at $19.79.
Chili’s was founded in 1975 in Dallas, Texas, by Larry Lavine. As of 2024, the chain has over 1,500 locations in the United States and more than 30 countries worldwide.
Chili’s has more than just its famous dishes. It also has a variety of other menu options. Appetizers like Southwestern Eggrolls cost $17.09, and Texas Cheese Fries cost $14.59. For burgers, you can get the Just Bacon Burger for $17.29 or the BBQ Brisket Burger for $19.89. Desserts like molten chocolate cake cost $13.69. The kids’ menu includes items like the Pepper Pals Cheese Pizza and Cheeseburger Bites, each for $8.39.
Appetizers
Bone-In Wings
Priced by add-ons
Boneless Wings
Priced by add-ons
Southwestern Eggrolls
$17.09
Fried Mozzarella – Small
$14.29
Texas Cheese Fries
$14.59
Chips & Salsa
$9.09
White Skillet Queso
$12.79
Dip Trio
$13.09
Skillet Beef Queso
$13.09
Fresh Guacamole
$11.89
Triple Dipper
$19.79
Fried Mozzarella – Shareable
$17.79
Honey-Chipotle Mozzarella – Shareable
$17.79
Honey-Chipotle Mozzarella – Small
$14.29
Nashville Hot Mozz – Shareable
$17.79
Nashville Hot Mozz – Small
$14.29
Fajitas
Fajita Trio
$28.09
Chicken Fajitas
$22.59
Mix & Match Fajitas
$25.59
Steak Fajitas
$25.59
Shrimp Fajitas
$23.99
Big Mouth Burgers
Big Mouth Bites
$18.29
Just Bacon Burger
$17.29
Oldtimer w/Cheese
$15.59
BBQ Brisket Burger
$19.89
Bacon Rancher Burger
$22.79
Mushroom Swiss Burger
$17.09
Double Oldtimer w/Cheese
$20.09
Alex’s Santa Fe Burger
$18.59
Big Smasher Burger
$16.69
Veggie Santa Fe Burger
$17.09
Chicken Crisper Combos
Honey-Chipotle Chicken Crispers Combo
Priced by add-ons
Crispy Chicken Crispers Combo
Priced by add-ons
Nashville Hot Chicken Crispers Combo
Priced by add-ons
Steaks & Ribs
Classic Sirloin – 6oz
$19.29
Full Order of Ribs
$29.29
Classic Ribeye
$28.19
Surf & Turf Sirloin – 10oz
$34.09
Half Order of Ribs
$23.89
Classic Sirloin – 10oz
$27.59
Surf & Turf Ribeye
$34.59
Guiltless Sirloin – 10 oz.
$26.59
Guiltless Sirloin – 6 oz.
$19.79
Smokehouse Combos
Ultimate Smokehouse Combo
$29.09
Smokehouse Combo
$25.79
Chicken & Seafood
Ultimate Cajun Pasta
$24.19
Cajun Pasta
$20.29
Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl
$19.29
Ancho Salmon
$25.29
Margarita Grilled Chicken
$20.59
Guiltless Grill
Santa Fe Salad
$18.69
Ancho Salmon
$25.29
Margarita Grilled Chicken
$20.59
Guiltless Sirloin – 6 oz.
$19.79
Guiltless Sirloin – 10 oz.
$26.59
Bowls & Quesadillas
Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
$18.59
Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl
$19.29
Brisket Quesadillas
$17.79
Sandwiches
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
$16.79
Buffalo Chicken Ranch Sandwich
$16.79
Bacon Guac Grilled Chicken Sandwich
$18.19
Bacon Guac Crispy Chicken Sandwich
$18.19
Salads & Soups
Bowl of Soup
$8.49
Quesadilla Explosion Salad
$18.69
Cup of Soup
$6.89
Quesadilla Explosion Crispers Salad
$19.69
Santa Fe Salad
$18.69
Santa Fe Crispers Salad
$19.69
Side House Salad
$7.49
Soup & House Salad
$13.29
Desserts
Molten Chocolate Cake
$13.69
Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
$12.29
Cheesecake
$11.29
Peanut Butter Pie made with REESE’S†
$11.39
Sides & Sauces
Sides
$4.09
Sauce Options (4oz)
$1.60
Kids Menu
Mini Chocolate Molten
$5.79
Pepper Pals Crispy Crispers
$8.39
Pepper Pals Cheesy Chicken Pasta
$8.39
Pepper Pals Cheese Pizza
$8.39
Pepper Pals Cheeseburger Bites
$8.39
Pepper Pals Pepperoni Pizza
$8.39
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese
$7.89
Pepper Pals Cheese Quesadilla
$7.89
Pepper Pals Grilled Chicken Dippers
$8.39
Pepper Pals Burger Bites
$8.39
Pepper Pals Grilled Chicken Bites
$8.39
Beverages
Beverages
$3.89
Gallon of Strawberry Lemonade
$9.79
Blackberry Iced Tea
$4.79
Strawberry Lemonade
$4.79
Mango Iced Tea
$4.79
Watermelon Lemonade
$3.69
Watermelon Iced Tea
$3.69
I went to Chili’s Grill & Bar in Austin, Texas, last weekend. The place had a relaxed and lively atmosphere, with upbeat music and a welcoming setup. It wasn’t too crowded, so I got seated quickly. I ordered the brisket quesadillas and a slice of cheesecake for dessert. The quesadillas were hot, cheesy, and packed with tender brisket, just how I had hoped. The cheesecake was smooth and sweet, a great way to end the meal. The staff was friendly and checked on me a couple of times to make sure everything was okay.
JQ Louise
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