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Chili's Grill & Bar

Waukesha, WI

Inebrious Beverage Program Score: 78 out of 100

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Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-09-01 · Based on current public sources

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

The editorial take

Chili's Grill & Bar fields a margarita-heavy cocktail menu with premium tequilas and a few creative spritzes. Happy Hour brings discounted cocktails, beer, and house wine. The non-alcoholic lineup includes house-made lemonades and iced teas in fruit-forward flavors. It's a familiar, reliable stop for casual drinks, not a destination for serious beverage exploration.

What should I order?
Happy Hour Margarita of the Month or Tequila Classic Marg for value; Shark Attack Marg for a signature; Don Julio or Casamigos Marg for premium tequila; Tito's Watermelon Spritz for a vodka option.
Who will enjoy this place?
Margarita enthusiasts, value-seeking Happy Hour drinkers, and casual diners wanting familiar cocktails with premium spirit options.
When should I go?
Happy Hour for discounted drinks, when the Margarita of the Month and Tequila Classic Marg are available at special prices.
What should I expect to spend?
Happy Hour pricing includes $6 Margarita of the Month, $7 Tequila Classic Marg, $5 house wine, and $3-$5 domestic beers. Regular menu prices not available.
What makes the beverage program distinctive?
A margarita list that spans from a Shark Attack signature to premium pours like Don Julio, Patron, and Casamigos, plus a Henny Marg with Hennessy. Happy Hour extends value across cocktails, wine, and beer.

Beverage categories

We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.

Cocktails

Inebrious Cocktails score: 82 out of 100

A wide margarita-centric menu includes signature and premium tequila versions, plus a vodka spritz and a Hennessy margarita. Happy Hour discounts add value.

Menu strengths

  • — Extensive margarita selection with premium tequila options.; Happy Hour specials on cocktails.

Standout selections

  • — Don Julio Marg, made with Don Julio tequila.
  • — Casamigos Marg, made with Casamigos tequila.
  • — Tito's Watermelon Spritz, with Tito's vodka and watermelon.

Pricing: Happy Hour: Margarita of the Month $6, Tequila Classic Marg $7. Regular menu pricing not available.

Nonalcoholic

Inebrious Nonalcoholic score: 78 out of 100

House-made lemonades and iced teas come in fruit-forward flavors: Dragonfruit, Blackberry, Strawberry, Watermelon Lemonade, and Blackberry, Mango, Watermelon Iced Tea.

Standout selections

  • — Dragonfruit Lemonade, house-made lemonade with dragonfruit.
  • — Watermelon Lemonade, house-made lemonade with watermelon.
  • — Blackberry Iced Tea, iced tea with blackberry.
  • — Mango Iced Tea, iced tea with mango.

Pricing: No pricing available.

How it sits with the food

The margarita selection suits the chain's Tex-Mex fare, with premium tequila options for a more elevated pairing. House-made lemonades and iced teas offer non-alcoholic alternatives.

Inebrious does not score kitchens, food or the restaurant overall. We review the beverage program only.

About this review

Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.

Review methodology and evidence standards

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