Chili's Big QP Burger has made its way to the casual dining brand's menu as a new option that's meant to encourager consumers to skip the fast food drive-thru in favor of the brand's dining room. The burger is positioned as an elevated take on a classic burger that consumers will find on the market, but is reported to feature 85% more beef with two slices of American cheese, mustard, ketchup, pickles and onions. The burger is part of the brand's 3 for Me menu that includes an entree, bottomless chips and salsa, fries and a drink for just $10.99.
CMO George Felix commented on the Chili's Big QP Burger saying, "We believe Chili's 3 For Me menu, starting at just $10.99, has been the best value in the industry since we introduced it in 2022, and we just made it even better with the new Big QP burger, featuring a fast food flavor profile our guests will recognize."
Fast Food Alternative Burgers
Chili's Big QP Burger Encourages Customers to Skip the Drive-Thru
Trend Themes
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Premiumization of Classic Burgers — Elevated versions of traditional fast food burgers appear to be gaining traction as a means for casual dining establishments to differentiate from fast food.
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Value-driven Meal Combos — Increasingly, restaurants are bundling multiple menu items into a single appealing price point to entice more customers into sit-down dining experiences.
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Hybrid Dining Experiences — A rise in hybrid dining experiences is bridging the gap between fast food convenience and the quality of casual dining to attract a wider customer base.
Industry Implications
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Casual Dining Industry — The casual dining industry is leaning into offering enhanced burger options that compete with fast food without sacrificing quality or price.
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Food and Beverage Marketing — Food and beverage marketing strategies are capitalizing on offering value-driven yet elevated meal options to shift consumer habits away from typical fast food choices.
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Restaurant F&B Supply Chain — Restaurant supply chains are adapting to support the sale of bulked-up premium burgers while maintaining competitive pricing for consumers.