A $400 million (£296m) investment saw Chili's get a refreshed, slimmed-down menu, renovations throughout its restaurants and more staff. The result was better tasting food – with the chicken tenders and French fries receiving particular attention – and better value and service for customers. Diners came flocking back to the chain, with one analyst claiming Chili's pulled off one of the best turnarounds of all time in the restaurant industry.

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