Best Things to Order at Chili’s: Top 15 Menu Items
Not sure what to get at Chili’s? These are the 15 best dishes on the menu, ranked on flavour, popularity and value. If you only try three, make it the Triple Dipper®, sizzling fajitas and the Molten Chocolate Cake.
Top 15 Chili’s Menu Items
| Rank | Item | Why Order It |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Triple Dipper® | Three favourite starters on one plate |
| 2 | Baby Back Ribs | Chili’s signature dish |
| 3 | Original Trio Fajitas | Chicken, steak and shrimp sizzling |
| 4 | Big Smasher Burger® | Crispy half-pound smash burger; in 3 For Me |
| 5 | Southwestern Eggrolls | Iconic, with avocado-ranch |
| 6 | Molten Chocolate Cake | The classic finish |
| 7 | Honey-Chipotle Crispers® | Sweet-smoky and addictive |
| 8 | Cajun Pasta | Creamy and spicy |
| 9 | Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas | Big comfort food |
| 10 | Presidente Margarita® | Signature marg with shaker |
| 11 | Skillet Queso | Best shareable dip |
| 12 | Classic Sirloin 6 oz | Lean and cheap in 3 For Me |
| 13 | Ancho Salmon | Best lighter entrée |
| 14 | Chips & Salsa | Free with Rewards |
| 15 | Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie | Best dessert for groups |
Best by Situation
| Situation | Order |
|---|---|
| First visit | Triple Dipper + fajitas |
| Tight budget | 3 For Me Big Smasher |
| Healthy | Ancho Salmon or 6 oz sirloin |
| Group night | Triple Dipper + party platters |
| Dessert lovers | Molten Cake |
Dig Deeper
- Triple Dipper guide
- Ribs menu
- Big Smasher review
- Southwestern Eggrolls
- Molten Chocolate Cake
- Cajun Chicken Pasta
How We Ranked These Items
This list balances four things: how popular the dish is, how well it represents Chili’s, how good the value is for the price, and how consistent it tends to be across locations. Signature items like baby back ribs and fajitas rank high because they are what Chili’s is known for. Value picks such as the Big Smasher rank well because they are part of 3 For Me. Desserts and drinks are included because many guests plan their visit around them.
Best Items by Budget
| Budget | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Under $12 | 3 For Me Big Smasher | Drink + starter + burger |
| $15–$20 | Chicken Crispers® Combo | Classic, filling and kid-friendly |
| $20–$30 | Original Trio Fajitas | Signature sizzle with three proteins |
| $30+ | Full rack of ribs | Chili’s most famous entrée |
| Sharing | Triple Dipper® | Three starters on one plate |
Items That Are Often Overlooked
- Ancho Salmon: a lighter, flavourful alternative to steak.
- Margarita Grilled Chicken: high protein and surprisingly filling.
- Soup & House Salad: one of the cheapest full meals.
- Peanut Butter Pie: the only cold dessert and the lightest of the three.
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For official nutrition and allergen information, see the Chili’s nutrition guide.
FAQs About Best Things To Order At Chili’s
What is Chili’s best dish?
Baby back ribs and the Triple Dipper are Chili’s most famous and best-loved dishes.
What should I get for the first time?
Start with a Triple Dipper, then order fajitas or ribs, and share a Molten Cake.
What is the most popular item?
The Triple Dipper is among the most ordered items, along with 3 For Me burgers.
What is the best value item at Chili’s?
3 For Me from $10.99 gives the most food for the money.
What should I avoid ordering at Chili’s?
It depends on taste, but very large combos like the Smokehouse Pick 3 can be too much for one person. Share them or order a half rack instead.
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