Restaurant
Unclaimed profileChili's Grill & Bar
Hickory, NC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Chili's Grill & Bar runs a margarita program that punches above its weight. The rotating Margarita of the Month, currently the Cherry Limeade Marg with el Jimador Blanco, Triple Sec, Monin Grenadine, house-made sour, and Sprite, costs $6 and is available from open to close. Happy Hour runs everyday all day with that same $6 margarita and a $7 Tequila Classic Marg. The to-go menu lists eight margaritas and spritzes, including Casamigos, Henny, and Skinny Marg variations. Beer and wine are simpler, but the nonalcoholic lemonades and iced teas are house-made.
- What should I order?
- The Cherry Limeade Marg, September's Margarita of the Month, is $6 and available all day. For a Cognac-and-tequila twist, the Henny Marg combines Hennessy V.S, Teremana Blanco, and house-made sour. The Skinny Marg uses Teremana Blanco, house-made sour, and a splash of soda.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Anyone seeking an affordable, fruit-forward margarita program with branded spirits and a rotating monthly feature. The everyday Happy Hour and to-go options suit casual gatherings and takeout orders.
- When should I go?
- Happy Hour runs everyday all day, so the $6 Margarita of the Month and $7 Tequila Classic Marg are available whenever the restaurant is open. The Margarita of the Month changes each month, making the first of the month a good time to try the new feature.
- What should I expect to spend?
- The Margarita of the Month is $6, and the Tequila Classic Marg is $7 during Happy Hour. Beer ranges from $3 for 16 oz domestics to $5 for 22 oz Modelo and Michelob Ultra. House red and white wine are $5 during Happy Hour. Other margaritas are priced individually.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A rotating Margarita of the Month program with a $6 price, a Margarita of the Month Club with member merchandise, and a to-go alcohol menu that includes eight margarita and spritz options. The use of branded spirits like Casamigos, Hennessy, Teremana, Lunazul, and Patron in margaritas sets it apart from typical chain offerings.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A rotating Margarita of the Month program anchors the cocktail list. The September Cherry Limeade Marg uses el Jimador Blanco, Triple Sec, Monin Grenadine, house-made sour, and Sprite for $6. Happy Hour runs everyday all day with a $6 Margarita of the Month and $7 Tequila Classic Marg. The to-go menu lists eight margaritas and spritzes, including Casamigos, Henny, and Skinny variations.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating Margarita of the Month program with a year-round lineup of past features.
- — Multiple margarita variations with branded spirits including Casamigos, Hennessy, Teremana, Lunazul, and Patron.
- — Alcohol To Go and Happy Hour services available at the location.
Standout selections
- — Cherry Limeade Marg: September's featured Margarita of the Month with el Jimador Blanco, Triple Sec, Monin Grenadine, house-made sour, and Sprite, priced at $6.
- — Casamigos Marg: Casamigos Reposado Tequila with Cointreau and house-made sour.
- — Henny Marg: Premium Hennessy V.S Cognac, Teremana Blanco Tequila, and house-made sour.
- — Presidente Margarita: Lunazul Reposado Tequila, Patron Citronge Orange Liqueur, and E&J Brandy; available in classic, blackberry, mango, and strawberry.
Pricing: Margarita of the Month $6; Tequila Classic Marg $7 during Happy Hour; other margaritas priced individually.
Wine
This is a straightforward, low-commitment option rather than a curated list.; House red and white wine available at a $5 Happy Hour price.
Menu strengths
- — House red and white wine available at a $5 Happy Hour price.
Standout selections
- — House Red & White Wine: Listed on the location Happy Hour menu at $5.
Pricing: House Red & White Wine $5 during Happy Hour.
Beer
The beer list covers mainstream domestic and imported labels: Bud Light, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Modelo, and Michelob Ultra. Happy Hour pricing is tiered by size, with 16 oz and 22 oz options. It is a functional, well-priced selection rather than a craft-focused program.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple domestic and imported beer options at tiered Happy Hour prices.
- — 16 oz and 22 oz sizes available for all listed beers.
Standout selections
- — Bud Light 16 oz: $3 during Happy Hour.
- — Modelo 16 oz: $4 during Happy Hour.; Michelob Ultra 16 oz: $4 during Happy Hour.
- — Miller Lite 22 oz: $4 during Happy Hour.
Pricing: Happy Hour beer prices range from $3 for 16 oz Bud Light, Miller Lite, and Coors Light to $5 for 22 oz Modelo and Michelob Ultra.
Nonalcoholic
The nonalcoholic beverage list includes house-made lemonade, soft drinks, and tea. Flavored lemonades come in Dragonfruit, Blackberry, Strawberry, and Watermelon. Flavored iced teas include Blackberry, Mango, and Watermelon. This is a broad, house-made selection that goes beyond standard soda fountains.
Menu strengths
- — House-made lemonades and flavored iced teas in multiple fruit flavors.
- — Variety of nonalcoholic options beyond soft drinks and tea.
Standout selections
- — Dragonfruit Lemonade: Listed under Beverages.; Blackberry Iced Tea: Listed under Beverages.
- — Watermelon Lemonade: Listed under Beverages.; Mango Iced Tea: Listed under Beverages.
Pricing: Not specified.
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