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Mexican · Minneapolis · $$
Mexican · Minneapolis, MN · $$
Founded by restaurateur Marno McDermott and former Green Bay Packers player Max McGee in 1975, Chi-Chi's quickly became a beloved staple in the American dining scene. Initially opened in Richfield, Minnesota, the restaurant stood out with its vibrant Mexican "eatery" concept, enticing guests with family dining in a Mexican garden atmosphere and offering superb food and pitchers of margaritas. By the late 1970s, McDermott and McGee had successfully expanded Chi-Chi's into major cities like Cincinnati and Indianapolis, with future plans for further growth in cities such as Detroit and Tampa.
“I was so excited to visit Chi Chi’s! I and went there as a kid and could not wait to try it again! The food was so delicious. I absolutely love the queso. The drinks were amazing. The restaurant was very full, but the staff was very kind and friendly. We were sat right away, but I did make a reservation which I would recommend especially on a weekend. The restaurant was very neat clean and tidy. It was a great experience. Will definitely be back.”
“Chi-Chis used to be one of my favorite restaurants-of all time-ever-since I was a kid. Absolutely elated at the reopening after over 20 years. The chimichanga plate, quesadilla, and fried ice cream were all hands down delicious today. The sweet rice and corn cake my new favs. Restaurant was clean, and food came out fresh and hot-prepared to perfection. Happy to say it's back to being one of my favorite restaurants *again*!”
“Great to see Chi-Chi back!! Excellent food, service was outstanding and the atmosphere was superb. IF you are going, make sure you either get on the wait list or you make a reservation. If you just show up you WILL be waiting. There was about a 30 minute + wait to be seated. Once seated the servers are extremely attentive to the need of the table. Well worth the wait for Great food.”
“It’s a little bit overhyped I’d say, my food was ok, it wasn’t like the chichis I remember from the early 2000s. The environment was very busy, very loud and definitely not for private, relaxing dining. It depends on what you’re looking for, if you like the high energy atmosphere, this is for you, but if you like the opposite don’t go here. You’ll also need reservations. The service is great except the shorter lady that checks you in, she wasn’t friendly or welcoming. There’s also no place to wait say you come a bit sooner than your reservation time. So you’ll be standing against a wall. But the prices aren’t very high so that’s a great thing. The chips and salsa are as good as they ever were. The entrees However are not.”
“Great atmosphere and great customer service. Our waitress was attentive and nice and the place was clean along with the restrooms. The food wasnt great, i got ground beef tacos and my husband got the steak/chicken fajitas. The ground beef was tasteless along with the chicken but the steak was seasoned and tender. The drinks were nice and strong and straight forward. I didnt see the appetizers on the menu so that was a no go but overall it was ok.”
1602 West End Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416-4999, United States
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