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The casual-dining chain lost business from lower-income guests but believes promotions like $1 margaritas will bring them back.

Traffic at the casual-dining chain held steady thanks to what it called a “flight to quality” by customers on a budget.

When lower-income diners are feeling budget strain, the fast-casual Portillo's feels it most in the drive-thru. To address that, the restaurant chain is working to get orders through car windows faster.