Response From Chili's

[Rae]

Hey all, wrote to Chili's asking about their menu and if they cater to celiacs and they wrote back:

Thank you for contacting Chili's for information on menu items that would be suitable for

your dietary needs.

At Chili's, a top priority is always the health and safety of our guests. As part of this

ongoing commitment, we provide the most current allergen menu information available

from our food suppliers to help our guests with food allergies and/or sensitivities make

informed food selections.

Based on the most current ingredient statements available from our food suppliers and

their stated absence of wheat, rye, oats and barley within these items, our corporate

dietitian has compiled the list below of suggested menu options at Chili's for individuals

who are allergic to wheat and/or are gluten intolerant. We hope that you will find this list

helpful during your next visit to our restaurant. Because this list expires on a

MONTHLY basis, please be sure to contact us for an updated version.

On your next visit to Chili's, please speak with the manager about your dietary

restrictions to ensure that your meal is carefully prepared with your needs in mind.

However, please be aware that during normal kitchen operations involving shared

cooking and preparation areas, including common fry oil, there is a possibility that food

items will come into contact with wheat and/or gluten. In addition, due to the

commingling of food items within our fryers, we recommend that individuals with

dietary allergies avoid all fried food menu offerings.

Should you have any additional concerns or inquiries regarding our menu items, please

do not hesitate to ask. We hope that you are able to choose a meal to your liking

and look forward to serving you soon.

SUGGESTED MENU OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ALLERGIES AND GLUTEN INTOLERANT

DIETS – MARCH 2006:

*FRIED FOOD ITEMS ARE NOT PREPARED IN A DEDICATED FRYER AND COULD PICK-UP GLUTEN FROM OTHER

ITEMS.

Soups:

? Baked Potato Soup

Salads: Select dressings from the "Salad Dressings" list below only.

? Dinner House Salad – Order without Croutons.

? Dinner Caesar Salad – Order without Croutons.

Salad Dressings:

? Caesar

? Honey-Lime

? Honey Mustard

? Lo-Fat or Citrus Balsamic Vinaigrette

? Thousand Island

Sides: Includes Kid's Pepper Pals and Guiltless Grill options.

? Rice

? Kettle Black or Mashed Beans with Pico de Gallo

? Mashed Potatoes – Order without Gravy

? Corn on the Cob

? Steamed Veggies or Broccoli

Burgers: Omit French Fries. *Select sides from the "Sides" list above.

? Bacon or Old Timer Burger with or without Cheese – Order without the Bun.

? Mushroom Swiss Burger – Order without the Bun and Fajita Onions.

? Peppercorn Burger – Order without the Bun, Blue Cheese Dressing, and Blossom Strings (Peppercorn

spice is okay).

Guiltless Grill: Select sides from the "Sides" list above only.

? Guiltless Grill Salmon

Grilled Entrees: Select sides from the "Sides" list above only.

? Grilled Salmon with Garlic & Herb Butter

? Baby Back Ribs – Order without Cinnamon Apples and French Fries.

Steaks: Request dry-grilled (omit butters, oils, sauces). Select side items from the

"Sides" list above only.

? Flamed-grilled or Cajun Ribeye, Classic Sirloin, or NY Strip – Order without Garlic

Toast, Savory Steak Butter and Herb Au Jus Sauce.

? Honey BBQ Sirloin – Order without Garlic Toast (BBQ sauce is okay).

Extras:

? Pico de Gallo

? Salsa

? Corn Tortillas (warmed)

? Marinara Sauce

? BBQ Sauce

? Guacamole

Desserts:

? Chocolate Shake with Sprinkles (ask the manager if this item is prepared in a

dedicated mixer)

Pepper Pals Kids: Omit French Fries. Select side items from the "Sides" list above only.

? Little Big Mouth Burger – Order without the Bun.

? Rib Basket only

[Guest Robbin]

Thank you so much! I have a baby shower to go to coming up at Chilis and was worried about their menu. Great info. I will call ahead! Yay! Other foods besides salad, salad, and more salad!!