# Low-Carb Beef Bowls Portillo’s New Classic Beef Bowl and Chicago Combo Bowl Contain Less Grains By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-09-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-combo-bowl References: [fastfoodpost](https://www.fastfoodpost.com/new-low-carb-beef-bowls-now-available-at-portillos/) In an effort to cater to the growing number of consumers looking for low-carb alternatives to their favorite dishes, [Portillo’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-chicken-chopped-salad) has introduced a new lineup of [low-carb bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-in-the-box-protein) that include the new Classic Beef Bowl and Chicago Combo Bowl. Portillo’s new Bowls lineup is essentially a [deconstructed take](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-burger-don) on some of its most popular sandwiches. The result is easy-to-eat dishes that are "all gains, less grains." More specifically, the Classic Beef Bowl features the chain's popular Italian beef and gravy, while the Chicago Combo Bowl boasts a hearty combo of Italian beef and Italian Sausage. There's also an Italiano Bowl that features Italian beef, marinara sauce, a big meatball, and Parmesan cheese. All bowls can be further customized with cheese or peppers for an extra fee. Image Credit: Portillo’s ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Low-carb Alternatives:** The increasing demand for low-carb dishes presents an opportunity for restaurants to expand their menus to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Deconstructed Dishes:** Deconstructing popular dishes into bowls can create easy-to-eat options with less carbs while maintaining the flavor profile. - **Customizable Bowls:** Offering extra toppings and modifications for an additional fee can increase revenue while satisfying customers' desire for personalized meals. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants, food delivery services, and meal kit companies can tap into the low-carb trend by creating menus that offer low-carb alternatives or deconstructed dishes. - **Health and Wellness:** Nutritionists, dietitians, and supplement companies can promote the benefits of low-carb diets and create meal plans or supplements that cater to this audience. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can add low-carb options to their menus or create package deals for health-conscious guests who are looking to maintain a specific diet while on vacation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balanced Rotisserie Chicken Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolero-bowl.md) - [Antibiotic-Free Salad Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-bowl-lineup.md) - [Deconstructed Enchilada Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enchilada-bowl.md) - [Curated Wellness-Oriented Burrito Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-bowls1.md) - [Spicy Chopped Chicken Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-chicken-chopped-salad.md) - [Keto-Friendly Chicken Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keto-green-bowl.md) - [Asian-Style Broth Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-broth-bowls.md) - [Staked Cowboy-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodeo-burger.md) - [Boldly Spiced Burrito Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolder-border-bowls.md)