Chili's sales have been growing, partly thanks to Gen Zers attracted by social media and dining value meals like 3 For Me and the Triple Dipper.

Many Chili's customers who come in for such deals return and order higher-priced items, such as a margarita, which can cost as much — or more — than some of Chili's value meals, Felix said.

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