Gen Zers and millennials are cutting back on dining out, hurting America's biggest fast-casual chains. Chipotle, Cava, and Sweetgreen reported earnings in the last two weeks, and all three reported the same problem: Diners age 25 to 35 are visiting their stores less frequently as they pinch pennies. The chains offering what's colloquially called slop bowls became a hit in the US for diners seeking something fresher, more customizable, and healthier than fast food with quick service. Now, unemployment, lower spending power, and high living costs are dragging down younger customers. Dining out is the first thing they cut back on, according to an October study by TD Cowen. Read more about how slop bowl chains are struggling at the link in our bio. Story by Aditi Bharade (Credit: Getty Images) #slopbowl #genz #millennial