5 restaurant chains that will outperform the rest of the industry

The restaurant sector is becoming increasingly competitive.

Americans go out to dinner an average of 74 times a year, The Washington Post's Wonkblog reports, citing the consumer research firm NPD Group. That's the lowest reading in three decades.

And a number of fast-casual establishments are threatening traditional fast food and casual dining restaurants.

Morgan Stanley recently released a list of restaurants that will outperform the rest of the sector over the next five years.

The chains are primarily winning because they appeal to millennial consumers, who are entering their peak spending years.

Here are their top picks.

1. Starbucks

2. Chipotle

3. Domino's

4. Panera Bread

5. Buffalo Wild Wings

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