Chili’s Gluten-Free & Allergen Menu 2026
Chili’s does not have a certified gluten-free menu, but its official allergen guide lists many dishes made without gluten-containing ingredients — mostly grilled steaks, chicken, salmon and fajitas without tortillas. Because food is cooked in shared kitchens and fryers, cross-contact is always possible. This guide shows the safest choices for gluten, dairy, nut and other allergies and exactly what to tell your server. This Chili’s gluten free menu guide is kept up to date for 2026.
Chili’s Items Commonly Made Without Gluten
| Menu Item | Gluten Notes | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Sirloin (6 oz / 10 oz) | Usually made without gluten | Check seasoning and butter |
| Classic Ribeye | Usually made without gluten | Ask for no garlic toast |
| Margarita Grilled Chicken | Usually made without gluten | Rice and beans — confirm |
| Ancho Salmon | Usually made without gluten | Confirm glaze |
| Chicken, Steak or Shrimp Fajitas | Without flour tortillas | Ask for corn tortillas or lettuce |
| Side House Salad | Without croutons | Pick a safe dressing |
| Steamed Broccoli, Corn, Black Beans | Usually safe sides | Avoid fries (shared fryer) |
Items to Avoid on a Gluten-Free Diet
- All breaded and fried items: Chicken Crispers®, mozzarella sticks, eggrolls, boneless wings.
- Burgers and sandwiches on buns (ask for a lettuce wrap, but cross-contact is possible).
- Pasta dishes such as Cajun Pasta.
- Quesadillas and flour tortillas.
- Fries and chips cooked in shared fryers.
- All desserts — every current Chili’s dessert contains wheat.
Chili’s Allergen Guide by Allergy
| Allergy | Better choices | Be careful with |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy | Grilled steak or chicken, fajitas without cheese/sour cream, salmon | Queso, ranch, mashed potatoes, desserts |
| Eggs | Grilled proteins, fajitas, most sides | Breaded items, aioli, some dressings |
| Peanuts / tree nuts | Most entrées | Peanut Butter Pie, some salads and sauces |
| Shellfish | Chicken and steak dishes | Shrimp dishes, shared grills |
| Soy | Plain grilled items | Many sauces, fryer oil |
| Vegetarian | Veggie Santa Fe Burger, veggie fajitas, cheese quesadilla | Soups and beans may use meat stock |
How to Order Safely
- Tell your server about your allergy before you order — not just a preference.
- Ask them to flag the order as an allergy so the kitchen changes gloves and utensils.
- Check the latest official Chili’s allergen guide on the website, as recipes change.
- Order simply: grilled protein + steamed vegetables is the lowest-risk meal.
- If you have celiac disease or a severe allergy, understand that Chili’s cannot guarantee any item is allergen-free.
A Gluten-Friendly Meal Plan at Chili’s
If you avoid gluten, building your meal step by step keeps things simple:
| Course | Better choice | Ask for |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | Side house salad | No croutons, oil and vinegar or a safe dressing |
| Main | Classic Sirloin or Margarita Grilled Chicken | No seasoning butter if unsure |
| Sides | Steamed broccoli, black beans | Confirm beans are prepared without gluten |
| Drink | Iced tea, soda, wine | Most plain drinks are gluten-free |
| Dessert | Skip or bring your own | All current desserts contain wheat |
Always confirm with your server, because recipes and suppliers can change between locations.
Understanding Cross-Contact in a Busy Kitchen
Chili’s kitchens share grills, fryers and prep areas. Fries and tortilla chips may be cooked in the same oil as breaded items such as Chicken Crispers®. Tongs and cutting boards may touch several dishes. If you have celiac disease or a severe allergy, ask the server to mark your ticket as an allergy so the kitchen can change gloves and use clean utensils. Even then, the restaurant cannot guarantee zero contact.
Other Diet Needs
For lighter meals, see our Guiltless Grill guide. For steak and chicken options that fit most diets, the steaks menu is the easiest place to start. Families with food allergies may also find the simple kids menu choices, such as grilled options where offered, easier to manage.
For official nutrition and allergen information, see the Chili’s nutrition guide.
FAQs About Chili’s Gluten Free Menu
Does Chili’s have a gluten-free menu?
Chili’s has no certified gluten-free menu, but its allergen guide lists items made without gluten-containing ingredients.
Are Chili’s fries gluten-free?
The fries may not contain wheat, but they are cooked in shared fryers with breaded items, so they are not safe for celiacs.
Are Chili’s fajitas gluten-free?
The proteins and vegetables are usually made without gluten; skip flour tortillas and ask for corn tortillas or lettuce.
Does Chili’s have vegan options?
Options are limited. Veggie fajitas without cheese and sour cream and a side salad are the closest choices; ask about the veggie patty ingredients.
Is Chili’s safe for nut allergies?
Most entrées do not contain nuts, but the Peanut Butter Pie and some items do. Always tell your server.
Is Chili’s chips and salsa gluten-free?
The chips are corn-based but may be fried in shared oil, so they are not safe for people with celiac disease.
Does Chili’s have gluten-free buns?
Most locations do not offer gluten-free buns; a lettuce wrap is the usual alternative.
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