In our group, Chili's is always a favorite. With an extensive menu and specialty drinks (try the Margarita Presidente), it's hard to go wrong.
On New Year's Eve, we didn't want a hassle, a big meal, or a long wait, so Chili's it was! We ended up waiting about 15 minutes, but that was fine. We ended up at a table in the corner with an AWESOME waitress. She was a little less-than-ecstatic about working on New Year's Eve, but she was very funny and nice.
My favorite thing at Chili's is their Grilled Chicken Caesar Pita, which comes in a nifty little "pita rack" and with fries. Their Caesar dressing is good and the pita bread is very soft and good.
I am not a big fan of the "Chili's seasoning" (whatever it may be... it seems to be on everything grilled), but it's not on the chicken in this. One of my friends LOVES their Mushroom Jack Fajitas, and she thought I would too (since we both like mushrooms and cheese, but they have the "Chili's seasoning" on them). I also like their grilled chicken sandwich with honey mustard.
It's a good, casual restaurant with plenty to choose from and a good atmosphere for a group of friends.