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Thought listserv members would enjoy this...Bev in Milwaukee

March 24, 2006

Dear Ms. Lieven,

Thank you for contacting Chili's for information on menu items that would be 
suitable for your dietary needs.

At Chili's, a top priority is always the health and safety of our guests.  As 
part of this ongoing commitment, we provide the most current allergen menu 
information available from our food suppliers to help our guests with food 
allergies and/or sensitivities make informed food selections.

Based on the most current ingredient statements available from our food 
suppliers and their stated absence of wheat, rye, oats and barley within these 
items, our corporate dietitian has compiled the list below of suggested menu 
options at Chili's for individuals who are allergic to wheat and/or are gluten 
intolerant.  We hope that you will find this list helpful during your next visit 
to our restaurant.  Because this list expires on a MONTHLY basis, please be 
sure to contact us for an updated version. 

On your next visit to Chili's, please speak with the manager about your 
dietary restrictions to ensure that your meal is carefully prepared with your needs 
in mind.  However, please be aware that during normal kitchen operations 
involving shared cooking and preparation areas, including common fry oil, there is 
a possibility that food items will come into contact with wheat and/or 
gluten.  In addition, due to the commingling of food items within our fryers, we 
recommend that individuals with dietary allergies avoid all fried food menu 
offerings. 
Should you have any additional concerns or inquiries regarding our menu 
items, please do not hesitate to ask.  We hope that you are able to choose a meal 
to your liking and look forward to serving you soon.

SUGGESTED MENU OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH ALLERGIES AND GLUTEN INTOLERANT 
DIETS - MARCH 2006:
*FRIED FOOD ITEMS ARE  NOT PREPARED IN A DEDICATED FRYER AND COULD PICK-UP 
GLUTEN FROM OTHER ITEMS.
Soups:
·   Baked Potato Soup
 
Salads:  Select dressings from the "Salad Dressings" list below only.
·   Dinner House Salad - Order without Croutons.
·   Dinner Caesar Salad - Order without Croutons.                             
                                                                              
                                 
 
Salad Dressings:
·   Caesar 
·   Honey-Lime 
·   Honey Mustard
·   Lo-Fat or Citrus Balsamic Vinaigrette
·   Thousand Island

 
Sides:  Includes Kid's Pepper Pals and Guiltless Grill options.
·   Rice
·   Kettle Black or Mashed Beans with Pico de Gallo
·   Mashed Potatoes - Order without Gravy                                     
                                                                              
                          
·   Corn on the Cob 
·   Steamed Veggies or Broccoli 
·   Sauteed Mushrooms                                                         
                                                                              
    
 
Burgers:  Omit French Fries. *Select sides from the "Sides" list above.
·   Bacon or Old Timer Burger with or without Cheese - Order without the Bun. 
 
·   Mushroom Swiss Burger - Order without the Bun and Fajita Onions.  
·   Peppercorn Burger - Order without the Bun, Blue Cheese Dressing and 
Blossom Strings (Peppercorn spice is OK).

Guiltless Grill:  Select sides from the "Sides" list above only.
·   Guiltless Grill Salmon 
 
Grilled Entrees:  Select sides from the "Sides" list above only.
·   Grilled Salmon with Garlic & Herb Butter
·   Baby Back Ribs - Order without Cinnamon Apples and French Fries. 
 
Steaks:  Request dry-grilled (omit butters, oils, sauces). Select  "Sides" 
from above list only.
·   Flamed-grilled or Cajun Ribeye, Classic Sirloin, or NY Strip - Order 
without Garlic Toast and Herb Au Jus Sauce (Garlic Spread OK)
·   Honey BBQ Sirloin - Order without Garlic Toast (BBQ sauce is OK).        

Sizzle & Spice:  Request dry-grilled (omit butters, oils, sauces). Select 
"Sides" from above list only.   
·   Salmon - Garlic spread OK.
·   Margarita Shrimp - Order without Southwestern Spice.
·   Sirloin Steak with Honey BBQ Sauce.
·   Margarita Chicken
·   Ribs

Extras:
·   Pico de Gallo
·   Salsa
·   Corn Tortillas (warmed)
·   Marinara Sauce
·   BBQ Sauce
·   Guacamole
 
Desserts:
·   Chocolate Shake with Sprinkles (ask the manager if this item is prepared 
in a dedicated mixer)
 
Pepper Pals Kids:  Omit French Fries. Select side items from the "Sides" list 
above only.
·   Little Big Mouth Burger - Order without the Bun.
·   Rib Basket only

Ref # 506810

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