By Sharmila Chand, Consulting Editor

Chili’s Grill & Bar has opened a new outlet at World St. at 5 Worldmark, Aerocity, taking its India network to 25 outlets and its Delhi NCR presence to 10 outlets.

The restaurant follows Chili’s established casual dining format, with a menu covering Tex-Mex and American-style dishes including fajitas, burgers, nachos, ribs, salads and margaritas. The restaurant also features the brand’s signature drinks and a casual dining setup perfectly designed for individual diners as well as groups.

The restaurant seats 98 guests across booths, group tables, window seating and the bar. The space is bold and lively, with a neon-lit welcome entry, red-and-blue leather booths with patterned-tile tables, exposed brick, a red wooden ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows. Signature touches include the backlit chilli logo, vintage Chili’s photographs and playful artwork.

Extensive Menu

There is a decent balance of dishes for both vegetarian and non vegetarian diners. Whether you want to linger on savouring delicious meal or in a hurry to grab and go, there are options that fit every mood and occasion.
Some of the signature dishes are –

Non-veg Dishes not to be missed

Crispy Chicken Crispers – Chili’s icon: hand-battered chicken crispers served with fries, corn on the cob and a choice of two dipping sauces.

Big Mouth Bites – bite-sized at its best: four mini burgers with pork bacon, cheddar cheese, sautéed onions and house ranch, served with fries.

Sizzling Chicken Fajitas – grilled chicken served sizzling to the table with bell peppers and onions, warm flour tortillas, sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, guacamole and cheese.

Triple Dipper – pick any three appetisers, from Chicken Crispers and wings to Chicken Big Mouth Bites, served with dipping sauces.

Chicken Wings – bone-in or boneless wings tossed in a choice of sauces including Texas Spicy Chili, Sriracha-Lime and House BBQ.

Vegetarian dishes that are a WOW

Cottage Cheese Fajitas – cottage cheese served sizzling with grilled bell peppers and onions, warm tortillas and all the fajita fixings.

Veg Oldtimer® Burger – a mix veg or cottage cheese patty with cheddar, pickles, lettuce, tomato, diced red onions and mustard.

Cajun Veg Pasta – penne in a choice of Alfredo, marinara or creamy tomato Alfredo sauce, topped with Cajun spice and Parmesan, served with garlic bread.

Margherita Flatbread – a crisp, thin-crust flatbread loaded with melted Monterey Jack and mozzarella, juicy fresh tomatoes and garlic aioli, finished with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of cool cilantro-crema. Light, cheesy and made for sharing.

Veggie & Cheese Quesadillas – golden, toasted flour tortillas stuffed with spinach, mushrooms and grilled onions, all held together by gooey Monterey Jack and mozzarella. Served with house-made pico de gallo, sour cream, rice and beans for the full Tex-Mex experience.

The Bar – Lively and Happening!

The Margarita Bar is the heart of Chili’s, serving hand-crafted, hand-shaken margaritas made with premium tequila and fresh ingredients. The flagship Presidente® Margarita is hand-shaken with Tequila Gold, Cointreau®, sweet & sour, orange liqueur and brandy, alongside frozen and flavoured margaritas and Tex-Mex cocktails. The USP is bold, fresh, fuss-free drinks made to pair with sizzling fajitas and shared plates. Happy Hours run Monday to Friday, 4–8 PM.

Head Chef

Chirag Vaidya, Culinary Head, Chili’s India, has been with the brand for 16 years. He leads menu development, kitchen standards and culinary training across the business. Talking about the culinary details, he says,
“Chili’s food is about bold flavours and generous portions, meant to be shared. We stay true to our Texas and Southwestern roots while making sure every dish connects with the Indian palate, with the same consistency in every Chili’s across the country.”

According to Vaibhav Kaushish, COO, Trimex Foods, the USP of Chili’s is about bringing people together over great food, great drinks and great vibes.  “What sets us apart is the full American casual-dining experience, from generous portions and bold Tex-Mex flavours to our margaritas, at a price that keeps it accessible.”
He further added, “This opening represents an important milestone in our continued expansion. We remain committed to delivering the bold flavours and warm hospitality Chili’s is known for, and look forward to bringing that experience closer to our guests in Aerocity.”