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Chilte

$31 to $50

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

Bon Appétit's | 24 Best New Restaurants in America 2023.

We come from street beginnings, with off the cuff new wave riffs, and somewhat experimental Mexican cuisine.
Finding common threads through food, time, and place we bringing inspirations from our childhoods, the southwest, and shared cultures to the plate.

Inspired by tradition and driven with creative intention we are authentically us and genuinely yours - Always

Chef Lawrence Smith

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Executive chef: Lawrence Smith

From the OpenTable editors: Both Bon Appétit and Esquire named Chilte one of the hottest openings of 2023 for its ever-changing "new-school" Mexican fare that rocks fresh tortillas, seasonal produce, and creative takes on family recipes, like the mole de la casa that switches out different flautas and sauces. The accolades keep rolling in for chef Lawrence “LT” Smith, who made Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs list in 2024.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, Regional Mexican
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(602) 807-5226
Website
http://Chiltephx.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
For large party or special event inquiries, please email reservations@chiltephx.com

Location
765 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2509
Neighborhood
West Phoenix
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

NYE Chilte Steakhouse
$95.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
This New Year’s Eve, Chilte transforms into an exclusive steakhouse for one night only, offering an unforgettable dining experience to ring in the new year. Indulge in a specially curated three-course menu that elevates classic steakhouse flavors with Chilte's signature creativity and flair. Expect bold, unexpected dishes, crafted with the finest ingredients, and paired with special surprises throughout the evening. Celebrate in a sophisticated, intimate atmosphere that promises to make your night truly magical. Limited reservations available—join us for an extraordinary end to 2024

YuCca FriTes$15.00
Hand Cut Yuca Frys. Buddha’s Hand Aioli. Furikake. Queso Cincho
SantA QEsaDillA (+ Chicken Heart Asiento $6, + Huitlacoche or Chapulines $5)$16.00
Hoja Santa. Corn Tortilla. Queso Asadero. Chiltepin. Salsa Verde
MOle de La CaSa (Market Price)
Flautas du Juor. Rotating Mole. Chipotle Cashew Crema. Slaw. Onion. Queso Fresco. + 3 Flautas MP
CHIcATANA CeSAr SalAd$19.00
Chicatana Cesar Dressing. Grilled Romain. Queso Cincho. Lemon. Chicken Skin Chicharron
GrEen Chorizo Vampiro$14.00
Hand Pressed Corn Tortilla. Green Chorizo. Queso Asadero. Salsa Macha
BlaCk PiNk$28.00
Argentine Prawns Prickly Pear - Chocolate Aguachile. Avocado. Cucumber. Onion. Chiltepin. Corn Tostada

What 209 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chilte offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and atmosphere" that's perfect for any occasion. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" flavors, unique Mexican dishes, and "excellent service." The ambiance is vibrant and inviting, with standout items like birria tacos and creative cocktails. A "hidden gem" in Phoenix, it's highly recommended for a memorable meal.

209 Reviews

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Colton
Phoenix
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The proportions were absurdly small on some of the “grande” dishes. I was served what was essentially the equivalent of a freezer taquito filled with bland meat and a medley of random greens on top that added no depth to the taste of the dish. The mole that came along with it was also bland and the taste didn’t compliment the rest of the dish at all. My partner’s birria tacos had flavorless consommé and salsa to compliment tacos that were bland and lifeless. The prices for both dishes were exorbitant in proportion with their lack of flavor. At least the drinks were decent.
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Bob
Phoenix
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Just not the value expected, although we had a very nice time, EXCELLENT service and cool ambience. 1/2 chicken Special seemed a little pricey- although we did share between 4 people. Everything was well prepared and served super hot and fresh!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quite possibly one of the few restaurants that’s made me audibly gasp at how delicious the food with each bite from every dish! Highly recommend!
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DiVi
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So fun Special dinner
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mary
San Francisco
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Inventive menu that is well executed. Friendly and knowledge staff.
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Adam
Phoenix
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was our 2nd trip to Chilte - obviously we enjoyed it the first time.. Plantain appetizer is excellent - sweet and savory. Agave root fries also very tasty and come with an excellent dipping sauce. We went for the house favorite - the birria tacos which were outstanding. Chilte is a hidden gem in an unlikely location. The food is creative and authentic. The restaurant is small, quaint and gets lively when the tables are full. Service is typically very good. The drink menu has both standards and some eclectic inventions. Overall very cool place we will visit again - and bring friends. My only knock is that it can be a little spendy so it's probably going to be more of an "occasion" type of place for us.
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Dominique
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was wonderful and menu while small presented interesting and amazing choices.
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Matt
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chilte is my new favorite....fantastic food and very knowledgable, accommodating staff. The MSG never disappoints (thick cut duroc pork chop this time...). Such an enjoyable night out whether with friends, work dinner, or date night.
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Mark
Phoenix
165 reviews
vip
5.0
165 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fantastic experience. Seriously. We had drinks beforehand: Cocherito Mezcal for me and a Paloma for the wife. We split a half order of Yuca fries and their version of the Caesar salad with flash fried anchovies-excellent! We both has the beef tacos with Miso consomé and delicious hot sauce. Those we paired with a local beer called Church Music. Dessert with their version of a Chocolate Martini followed...we had taken Lyft. Just go! Ask for Erin and have "Mez-Kyle" pick a drin for you. We've already a reservation for next time.
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Jodi
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and the nicest staff! They really know how to treat people well and feed them!!
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FAQs

Chilte is rated 4.8 stars by 209 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

765 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2509

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Phoenix
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern, Regional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://Chiltephx.com/
Phone number
(602) 807-5226
Private party facilities
For large party or special event inquiries, please email reservations@chiltephx.com

Chilte

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Experiences

NYE Chilte Steakhouse

Menu

Smalls

YuCca FriTes$15.00

SantA QEsaDillA (+ Chicken Heart Asiento $6, + Huitlacoche or Chapulines $5)$16.00

MOle de La CaSa (Market Price)

CHIcATANA CeSAr SalAd$19.00

GrEen Chorizo Vampiro$14.00

BlaCk PiNk$28.00

What 209 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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