The Chili's allergen menu shows which of the 9 major food allergens are in each item, from milk and wheat to peanuts and sesame. Chili's publishes an allergen and gluten sensitive guide: fried foods share soybean oil fryers, chips and fries share oil with breaded items, and sauces and seasonings hide milk, egg and wheat.
This guide covers the Chili's allergen menu item by item: the 9 major allergens, a popular items chart, gluten free picks, shared fryers and how to order safely. We check it against the official Chili's allergen information; this page is independent and updated for October 2026.
See the Chili's guide, the Chili's menu prices and all restaurant allergen menus.
Big 9 allergens
What allergens are on the Chili's allergen menu?
Chili's and the 9 major food allergens
The Chili's allergen menu lists milk, eggs, wheat, soy, tree nuts, fish, shellfish and sesame among its ingredients. Cross contact is still possible in every kitchen.
Chili's allergen menu at a glance
| Allergen | Used at Chili's? | Where you will find it |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Used | Queso, cheese, ranch, Big Mouth burger buns, desserts |
| Eggs | Used | Ranch, aioli, Molten Cake, breaded items |
| Wheat | Used | Buns, tortillas, crispers breading, pasta, onion rings |
| Soy | Used | Frying oil, buns, many sauces |
| Peanuts | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
| Tree nuts | Used | Select desserts and seasonal items |
| Fish | Used | Fish tacos, Caesar dressing |
| Shellfish | Used | Shrimp fajitas, crispy shrimp |
| Sesame | Used | Some buns and Asian style sauces |
Chart
Chili's allergen chart for popular items
Which allergens each item contains
The Chili's allergen menu chart below shows the major allergens in Chili's's most popular items, so you can spot milk, egg, wheat and soy at a glance.
Chili's allergen menu chart
| Menu item | Contains |
|---|---|
| Classic Sirloin with Avocado | Milk (butter), check seasoning |
| Chicken Crispers | Wheat, milk, egg, soy |
| Oldtimer with Cheese | Wheat, milk, soy, sesame |
| Chicken Fajitas | Wheat (flour tortillas), milk (toppings) |
| Chips and Salsa | Shared fryer |
| Skillet Queso | Milk, wheat |
| Southwestern Eggrolls | Wheat, milk, egg, soy |
| Shrimp fajitas | Shellfish |
| Molten Chocolate Cake | Wheat, milk, egg, soy |
| Fries | Soy, shared fryer |
Items and recipes change, so always confirm with the latest official allergen guide before you order.
Gluten free
Is Chili's gluten free?
Gluten free picks and what to avoid
Chili's has no certified gluten free menu, but its gluten sensitive guide lists fajitas with corn tortillas, steaks and plain grilled chicken, all cooked in a shared kitchen.
Chili's gluten free guide
| Item | Gluten free? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Sirloin | No wheat | Shared grill |
| Fajitas with corn tortillas | No wheat | Shared kitchen |
| Grilled chicken salad, no croutons | No wheat | Check dressing |
| Chicken Crispers | No | Contain wheat |
| Chips and fries | No | Shared fryer with breaded items |
Allergy friendly
What can you eat at Chili's with a food allergy?
Picks by allergy and diet
With a food allergy you can still eat at Chili's: fajitas without cheese or sour cream, sirloin without butter for dairy free, and the table below covers each major allergy.
Chili's allergy friendly picks
| Allergy or diet | Safer picks | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy free | Fajitas without cheese or sour cream, sirloin without butter | Queso, ranch, cheese, desserts |
| Egg free | Fajitas, sirloin, salsa | Ranch, aioli, breaded items, cakes |
| Peanut and tree nut | Most entrees; ask about desserts | Select desserts and seasonal items |
| Shellfish free | Chicken and steak entrees | Shrimp items, shared fryer |
| Gluten free | Sirloin, fajitas with corn tortillas | Buns, breading, chips |
| Vegan | Black beans, rice, veggie fajitas without dairy | Meats, dairy |
Cross contact
Does Chili's use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Fryers, oils and cross contact
Chili's fries in shared soybean oil, so chips, fries and breaded seafood and chicken share fryers, and cross contact with wheat, milk, egg and shellfish is likely.
Chili's fryer and oil facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Oil | Soybean oil |
| Shared fryers | Yes, including chips and fries |
| Grills | Shared |
| Peanut oil | Not used |
How to order
How do you order safely from the Chili's allergen menu?
Step by step
To order safely from the Chili's allergen menu, check the official guide first, tell the staff about your allergy, ask for fresh gloves and keep your order simple.
- 1
Check the official guide
Open the latest Chili's allergen guide before you go.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say you have a food allergy at the start of your order.
- 3
Ask for fresh gloves
Ask the team to change gloves and use clean utensils.
- 4
Skip shared fryer items
Fried foods can share oil with allergens.
- 5
Keep it simple
Fewer sauces and toppings mean fewer hidden allergens on the Chili's allergen menu.
- 6
Carry your medicine
Bring epinephrine if your doctor prescribed it.
Official source
Where can you find the official Chili's allergen menu?
Official allergen and nutrition info
The official Chili's allergen menu information is published by Chili's online, and it is the source to trust because recipes change during the year.
Official source: Chili's allergen and nutrition guide. Searching for the Chilis allergen menu? It is the same Chili's guide summarized here.
Since July 1, 2026, California requires restaurant chains with 20 or more locations to disclose the 9 major allergens for every standard menu item. Learn more in our California allergen menu law guide, or compare chains on our restaurant allergen menus hub.
Tips
Chili's allergen menu ordering tips
How to eat out safely
To use the Chili's allergen menu well, check it every visit, avoid shared fryer items if your allergy is severe, and order simple items without sauces.
- 1
Check every visit
Recipes change during the year.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say allergy, not preference.
- 3
Fresh gloves
Ask for a glove change.
- 4
Skip sauces
Sauces hide many allergens.
- 5
Ask about fryers
Shared soybean oil fryers.
- 6
Use the app
Many apps show allergens.
- 7
Go off peak
Staff have more time.
- 8
Carry medicine
Bring your epinephrine.
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Allergen guides for other popular chains
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FAQ
Chili's allergen menu FAQs
Q1Does Chili's have an allergen menu?
Yes. Chili's publishes allergen information online, and this Chili's allergen menu guide summarizes it item by item.
Q2Is Chili's gluten free?
Chili's has no certified gluten free menu, but its gluten sensitive guide lists fajitas with corn tortillas, steaks and plain grilled chicken, all cooked in a shared kitchen.
Q3Does Chili's use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Chili's fries in shared soybean oil, so chips, fries and breaded seafood and chicken share fryers, and cross contact with wheat, milk, egg and shellfish is likely.
Q4What can I eat at Chili's with a dairy allergy?
Safer dairy free picks include fajitas without cheese or sour cream, sirloin without butter.
Q5Is the Chili's allergen menu the same at every location?
Mostly. The Chili's allergen menu is set by the chain, but suppliers, regional items and limited time offers can differ, so check the Chili's allergen menu for your local store before you order.
Q6Is Chili's safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Most entrees; ask about desserts. Always confirm with staff.
Q7Is the Chilis allergen menu the same as the Chili's allergen menu?
Yes. The Chilis allergen menu and the Chili's allergen menu are the same official guide, and this page covers both.
