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The Texas Chili Parlor is a hidden gem located next to the Capitol in Texas. The interior dining room decor vibe is loved by customers, and the old-school atmosphere and great food make it a must-visit spot. The menu offers a variety of chili options that are full of flavor and heat, with the hot beef and pork chili being a standout. Despite limited parking, the delicious food and fun service make the walk worth it. This iconic restaurant has been featured in Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof and is known for its scary goodness at its finest. The gumbo and chili are not only incredibly tasty but also spicy, making them a must-try for visitors to the Capitol building just two blocks away. The friendly staff, reasonable prices, and fantastic food make it a memorable dining experience for those looking for a unique and rustic spot in Austin. Whether trying out the trio sampler or classic cheeseburger, the Texas Chili Parlor offers a fun and delicious meal that's perfect for locals and visitors alike, generally, Texas Chili Parlor receives a rating of 4.4 on average.

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 3401 reviews

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5.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Avery
23.04.2023 - 06:55

Great place! The staff was super friendly. I have the three chili sampler with her standard chili, white chili was pork and rubber bears. The standard chili was...

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Nicholaus
23.04.2023 - 06:55

I love this little place. Let's be clear, Guy Clark's song did not place this place on the map, her chili and Mad Dog Margaritas did. Be careful. 2x to 3x is a...

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Madison
23.04.2023 - 06:55

I can't believe I lived here for six years and only now tried this place. Double X and White Chili are sooo good. And do not wait in the mood for chili (but ser...

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Aaron
23.04.2023 - 06:55

Best Chili Salon in Texas. Don't forget your Mad Dog Margaritas. Guy Clarke didn't make this place famous.

Gertrude
23.04.2023 - 06:55

Great place, great service, and consistent good. Returned after several years- first time when visiting the Capitol of Texas, and now while in town for work. Wa...

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Restaurantji
4.1 ★ from 287 reviews
Garrick
02.08.2023 - 05:38

I have been wanting to come here for years after seeing it on Food Network. When we got there it was great. Had a outstanding waitress who was super friendly an...

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Carol
02.08.2023 - 05:38

This is old school! Awesome food, great people and an old time atmosphere. We stop here every time we travel through Austin. Give it a try. You won't be disappo...

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Oscar
02.08.2023 - 05:38

A Texas hidden gem next to the Capitol!! We had the hot beef chili pork chili!! Nice heat and flavors!! LOVED the interior dining room decor vibe! Parking is li...

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Nathan
02.08.2023 - 05:38

I learned chilly is the national food of texas on the austin duck tour when I was visiting Austin for the first time!! I ended up walking by here at some point...

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Lorenz
04.08.2020 - 00:30

Following the exertions of the captex triathlon on memorial day I was feeling particularly hungry but didn't want to venture too far from my accommodation: a qu...

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