Chili Willi’s

Project Address
9615 Bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC 28301

Project Owner
Chili Willi’s, LLC – Rob Duckworth

Project Architect
Cluck Design – Davin Stamp

Landlord’s Name
N/A

Project Area
4,201 sq ft

Completed
December, 2025

Chili Willi’s Tex-Mex Grill brings back a beloved 1980s icon originally from West Virginia. Reimagined by local restaurateur Rob Duckworth and original founder Ron Smith, the vibrant spot serves scratch-made Tex-Mex favorites and wood-grilled specialties. The restaurant is bright, has lively interior accents paired with an outdoor patio featuring a large firepit. Also featured is the original neon sign brought down from the historic Huntington location. The bar has a sleek wooden counter and contemporary seating serving tequila-forward cocktail creations.