Chili’s Gift Cards 2026: Where to Buy, Balance & Bonus Deals
Chili’s gift cards come as physical cards and e-gift cards and can be used for dine-in, to-go and online orders at participating Chili’s restaurants in the U.S. You can buy them on the Chili’s website, in restaurants and at many grocery, drug and big-box stores. Around the holidays, Chili’s often runs bonus card promotions that give you extra value.
Chili’s Gift Card Quick Answers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where to buy | Chili’s website, restaurants, many grocery and retail stores |
| Types | Physical card or e-gift card by email |
| Where to use | Dine-in, to-go and online at participating U.S. Chili’s |
| Check balance | Chili’s website gift card page, the receipt, or ask a server |
| Expiry | gift cards generally do not expire (check card terms) |
How to Check Your Chili’s Gift Card Balance
- Go to the gift card section of the website and enter the card number and PIN.
- Ask your server to check it before paying.
- Your remaining balance is printed on the receipt after each use.
Never share your card number or PIN with anyone offering to “check” your balance by phone or social media — that is a common scam.
Holiday Bonus Card Deals
In November and December, Chili’s has often offered a free bonus card when you buy a set amount of gift cards (for example, a promotional card with a larger purchase). Bonus cards usually have their own valid dates early the next year and may not work online. Check the current offer on the website before buying.
Gift Card Ideas
- $25 covers two 3 For Me meals at most locations.
- $50 covers Fajitas for 2 plus a dessert.
- $100 covers a family dinner or a small party platter order.
Physical Card vs E-Gift Card
| Physical card | E-gift card | |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery | In store or by mail | By email, usually within minutes |
| Best for | Wrapping as a present | Last-minute gifts |
| Where to buy | Chili’s restaurants, website, many stores | Chili’s website |
| Can be used | Dine-in, to-go, online | Dine-in, to-go, online |
Keep the receipt or confirmation email until the card is fully used.
Avoiding Gift Card Scams
- Only buy cards from Chili’s, its official website or well-known retailers.
- Check that the card packaging is not torn or tampered with.
- Never share the card number or PIN with someone who contacts you first.
- Chili’s will never ask you to pay a bill or fine using a gift card.
Gift Card Ideas by Budget
A $25 card covers about two 3 For Me meals, a $50 card covers Fajitas for 2 and a dessert, and a $100 card is enough for a family dinner or a small party platter order. For more ways to stretch a gift card, see our Chili’s deals guide.
For official nutrition and allergen information, see the Chili’s nutrition guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy gift cards?
On the website, at Chili’s restaurants, and at many grocery, pharmacy and retail stores.
Can I use a Chili’s gift card online?
Yes, standard gift cards can be used for online and app orders at participating restaurants.
Do gift cards expire?
Standard gift cards generally do not expire, but promotional bonus cards do.
Can I use gift cards at Maggiano’s?
Chili’s and Maggiano’s are both owned by Brinker International, but gift card rules differ — check the card terms.
Can I reload a Chili’s gift card?
Reloading options depend on the card type; check the Chili’s website gift card page.
Can I use a Chili’s gift card for tips?
Many restaurants allow you to pay the tip with a gift card balance. Ask your server.
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