

Established in 1975, Chili’s Grill & Bar brings bold flavors and American favorites to Tempe, featuring sizzling fajitas, margaritas, burgers, ribs, and chicken crispers. Stop by for your lunch favorites, drinks and appetizers, or enjoy a hearty dinner meal with families and friends. Chili’s offers a lively atmosphere with a bar area for unwinding and catching the game. Enjoy dine-in, takeout, delivery, or catering. Download the Chili’s App for rewards and free food!
Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 400 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone: (480) 967-2082
Website: https://www.chilis.com/locations?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=Chilis
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Reviews
This was our first time at Chili’s Grill & Bar, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
We had an excellent server — very attentive, friendly, and professional. The food was great, portions were generous, and everything came out fresh and well prepared.
At one point, a dessert was brought out before the main dish, and our server immediately noticed it himself, apologized, and took care of it right away without us even having to say anything. That level of attention really stood out.
He also perfectly timed offering containers for leftovers and made sure we were comfortable throughout the entire visit. Truly one of the best service experiences we’ve had.
Big thank you to him — I just wish I remembered his name to give proper credit!
Portions were crazy but I’m not surprised at that since other locations even in other states match that. Definitely a lot of value- cost to food ratio. Cant speak on the service during busy prime hours since I avoid those times.
Would visit again. Decent sized parking lot.
Also…. The burgers at this joint are huge and I can eat… had to tago plate over half the meal. A good thing in my book. Go head chilis
First Impressions
We stopped into Chili’s chasing those viral Triple Dippers and some casual vibes, but walked out with more disappointment than flavor.
Atmosphere & Vibe
Post-lunch rush, the dining room was quiet, which gave us hope for better service, but the energy just felt flat.
What We Tried
We ordered the Triple Dippers. The Big Mouth Bites were the clear winner. Juicy, flavorful, and worth grabbing again. The Nashville Hot Tenders had a weird grainy rub that made me gag, and the mozzarella sticks were undercooked, robbing us of the cheese-pull moment Chili’s hypes online. Definitely not the viral food fantasy we came for.
Service & Experience
Staff was polite but details were off like dirty silverware in the roll-up (we didn’t use it, but still… not a good look).
Pro Tips or Heads-Up
Sign up for the rewards program, you’ll get free chips and salsa, which ended up being the highlight of the visit.
Final Verdict
This was my second chance at this location, and sadly, my last. The food and energy just didn’t deliver. If you’re after a Triple Dipper, maybe try a different spot.
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