Ask me what my favorite restaurant in Kolkata is and I won’t even have to think before answering. Chilis it is! Since the international tex-mex chain opened the first Chilis at Quest Mall in Dec 2013, I’ve been a regular. If we are looking for a place to just drop in for some tidbits and drinks or to have a full fledged meal, Chilis is almost always the first choice. There are a number of reasons why I like the place specially the one at Quest because I’ve been to the South City outlet just once. The ambience is very chilled out and welcoming. The place is always buzzing and vibrant, their selection of meat dishes is brilliant, everything tastes so good, the service is excellent, the food is served very fast and the best thing is the portion size. When you go to Chilis, even if you order just a sandwich, it will be tough for one person to finish it!
Chilis has opened a new outlet at the Acropolis Mall in Kasba and this is the biggest one in Kolkata. Chilis at Acropolis is located on the 4th floor of the mall. It is spread over two floors – the first floor has comfy booths and table seating arrangements while a bar and lounge make up the mezzanine. It also has an outdoor seating for 25, with a view of the Kolkata skyline. Alcohol is not yet served but they will pretty soon once they get the license. I was invited by Chilis to visit the new outlet and also taste some of the dishes that make up the new menu. Don’t worry, the old favorites are still there but now you will get plenty more options to choose from like Craft burgers, Rice Fresh Mex Bowl, Santa Fe Salad, Baby Back Ribs etc and for the light eaters and health conscious folks, there are options like Grilled half-chicken, Ancho Chili Salmon etc. There are plenty of veggie dishes as well.
We had an enormous amount of food at Chilis that day which included items from the new menu. The Veg version of the Tripple Dipper, Classic Nachos, Chicken Wings, Grilled Chicken, Veg Quesadilla, Fajitas, Chicken Mexican Rice Bowl, Sweet & Smoky Burger, Southwestern Chicken Pasta and for dessert, Chocolate Chip Paradise Pie. I loved everything that I tasted but if I really had to name a favorite, it would be the Southwestern Chicken Pasta. Thanks Payel for the recommendation :). Everytime I go to Chilis, I always concentrate on the meaty dishes and ignore the carbs but this pasta is so freaking good. Sliced chicken breasts on penne pasta or spaghetti tossed with either alfredo or marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, topped with corn and tomatoes. This is a must have!
After that day, I’ve been to Chilis at Acropolis twice and had the Southwestern Chicken Pasta on both days :D. The new outlet is a welcome addition to the Kolkata restaurant scene and you guys should definitely visit. Also,a big thumbs up to the new menu!
Chilis Acropolis Mall, 4th Floor, 1858, Rajdanga Main Road, Kasba, Kolkata 033 40689050/51