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The surge in prices isn't limited to fast food chains; it extends across the entire dining landscape. Pizzas that once cost around $6.99 now demand upwards of $70 for a large, emphasizing how portion sizes and quality have diminished. Chain restaurants like Domino's, Taco Bell, and Chipotle have become increasingly unaffordable for everyday consumers, turning what was once a quick, affordable meal into a major expense requiring budgeting.