Chili's in Garhoud, Dubai - Restaurant Reviews

Chili's

Family favourite with branches across Dubai 2 Reviews

From Time Out Dubai Eating Out 2007

It’s easy to see why Chili’s has become such a firm favourite with Dubai’s families. First, there’s the wall-to-wall decor of exposed brick, vintage Americana (think mid-80s posters promoting provincial chilli ‘cook-offs’) and fake greenery. The result is too thick, too clumsy, to persuade the wayward Texan that he has found his way home, but does make for a riot of colour and interest to help keep kids amused.

Secondly, the army of serving staff will happily create an astonishing spectacle of noise and cheer if you opt to hold a birthday here. Finally, there’s the indulgent menu of massive portions. Even the starters are almost impossible to finish: nachos are smeared liberally with hot and cheesy chilli; the signature Old Timer burger boasts enough dollops of relish on the thick meaty patty that the bun is likely to disintegrate; and sizzling platters of fajitas produce thick clouds of salty smoke guaranteed to get hungry mouths slavering, provided you don’t choke on the heady vapours first.

Assuming you don’t try to finish each portion, you might even have room to tackle the oozing mass of molten chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream. Chili’s is consistently heaving, and dotted among those happy families are many workers who have come direct from a long hard day at the office.

Chili’s, Garhoud (04 282 8484). Taxi Next to CompuMe, near The Aviation Club. Open Sun-Thu 11am-12 midnight, Fri 1pm-1am. All major credit cards accepted. Average price of a meal for two with soft drinks Dhs100-200. Other locations BurJuman Centre (04 352 2900), Deira City Centre (04 295 9559), Jumeirah (04 344 1300), Mall of the Emirates (04 341 3355).

By Time Out Dubai Staff