Restaurants' hottest menu item in 2025 was 'value.' That won't change next year

Restaurant chains bet on value in 2025, and they're not likely to ditch the strategy next year.

# Restaurants' hottest menu item in 2025 was 'value.' That won't change next year Restaurant chains bet on value in 2025, and they're not likely to ditch the strategy next year. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/28/value-meals-restaurants-mcdonalds-chilis-taco-bell.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*