I get the $10.99 3 for me every time I go to Chilis, being that we are in the exurbs and in an area that's just starting to get developed, Chilis is one of the few things that is within 5 miles of our house. I also joined their rewards program and you can get a free chips and salsa, or a free beverage from that, lately it's always been the beverage.Some of these chains have specials and have for a while. Applebee’s used to have 2 for $20 with maybe 2 for $25 with different choices. So did Chili’s. Their 3 for $10 was a solid deal when it lasted, but their variable pricing now is still a pretty good deal.
Sometimes I see people with really high bills wondering why they didn’t have at least one person at the table ordering a special. It’s cheaper than fast food these days.
But years ago the “secret menu” at Chili’s was that lunch sized portions could be ordered at any time. I’ve never ordered a full portion of their baby back ribs, but the half portion was less than half the price of a full portion and came with a full sized side of fries and apples. I mentioned something to a server once getting takeout once and was told they could do it. But occasionally I’d find a location where I was told they couldn’t do it.
But the wife always orders something expensive. She isn't going to be constrained by the value items! I am woman, hear me ROAR! I don't like it, but It is what it is. Actually you could probably start a whole nother thread on this subject. Any of you guys relate?