Chili's in Arlington

“Our neighborhood Chili's has been closed for 9 months and just reopened about a week ago. I'd say they remodeled but they tore it down to the ground and rebuilt it. We used to go there regularly a long time ago but had stopped because it was so loud that we couldn't have a conversation while we ate. But we wanted to see what it was like, so my Friday lunch buddy and I went there yesterday.\nIt really is different on the inside. Totally different. But, as I said, it was a rebuild and not a remodel so they could do pretty much whatever they wanted. Overall, the restaurant appears a lot more open and brighter. A lot less dark wood and partitions. There is a huge bar area on one side of the restaurant. Then a center section with booths and then a section with tables on the other side. \nEveryone was "over the top" friendly. We will see if that holds up. My friend commented that the ratio of staff to customers seemed about 1:1. It wasn't quite that many but there were a lot of people working. I think that since it's just opened, there were a lot of corporate types there observing, training and critiquing. So, everyone was on their best behavior.\nThere are a lot of the old favorites on the menu including my wife's Southwest Eggrolls. She wasn't with us, but I'm sure I'll end up taking her to try them out pretty soon. I had the lunch special with chips and salsa, a soda and a Chipotle Fresh Mex Bowl. My friend had the Triple Dipper with Big Mouth Bites, the Crispy Chicken Crispers and the Fried Mozzarella.\nEverything was very good. The salad was fresh and just the right amount for a lunch (or a dinner, for that matter). My friend helped me with the chips and salsa and, even though it was part of the lunch combo, they didn't mind him helping me and they said there were free refills. He was impressed with all three of his triple dippers. He got full and gave me one of his chicken crispers. It was cooked perfectly. Moist, tender and crispy. \nIt did get loud when it started filling up with the lunch crowd. But we were able to converse without feeling like we were yelling. \nMy lunch, with tip, was $17. These days, that's a heck of a deal, IMO. \nIt was a pleasant environment and very fresh, clean and modern. As with anything, we'll see how it holds up with time. But, right now is the time to give it a try.“

“I love coming to this location. They are always quick with my to-go orders, but today I decided to dine in and I’m glad I did. I had Ryan as my server and he was amazing! He waited very patiently as I placed my order and continued to check in on me frequently while eating. Great service!!“

“The food is descent as always. Chili’s is one restaurant that has not change there customer favorites and always get new menu items right. This is why I always go back even on a basic work day

Parking: The building is located up a ramp to enter back on 287 but when you enter the parking area it is flat and spacious makes it so easy for anyone to park and walk up to the building“