Diabetics must resist their temptations when dining at Applebee's. Most of the items on Applebee's menu is either stuffed with sodium or sugar. You must be extra careful and pick low-sugar and low-sodium diet at Applebee's if you are diabetic.
Foods to Avoid at Applebee's for Diabetics:
If you are starting your meal with appetizers then make sure you skip the Classic Buffalo sauce, Honey BBQ sauce, and sweet Asian Chile sauce on your wings order. It is highly recommended to skip the appetizers if you are dining alone and instead build your appetizer keeping nutrition in check. Among the steaks, you must stay away from the Applebee's Riblets platter as well as Bourbon Street Steak at all costs. Shrimp 'N Parmesan Sirloin is also not recommended. Skip the sandwiches, wraps, and tacos as well. Desserts may be tempting but it is recommended to avoid them at Applebee's for their high sugar content. All the beverages except Iced Teas must be avoided as well to control your sugar intake.
Most of the foods served at Applebee's restaurants are high in sodium. Unless you are visiting the restaurant or dining here in the group, there are hardly any options from the main meals if you wish to keep your blood pressure in check. You can rely on a few salad options though. If lucky, you may find low-sodium ribs as well at the restaurant.
Foods to Avoid at Applebee's for High Blood Pressure
Avoid Green Goddess Wedge at Applebee's. Broccoli Cheese Soup and French Onion Soup contain over 1000mg sodium and hence must be skipped as well. Skip all the chicken dishes and seafood at Applebee's except Grilled Chicken Breast and Baked Haddock without sides respectively. You must also skip Brunch Burger, Quesadilla Burger, Triple Bacon Burger, and Whiskey Bacon Burger at Applebee's. High sodium intake can be lethal for a high blood pressure candidate. Avoid ordering foods that contain over 1000mg sodium at Applebee's, especially if you're dining alone.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at Applebee's
Well, steaks and ribs go hand in hand with cholesterol. Being their signature dish, it will be a challenge to find low-calorie, healthy food for those concerned with their cholesterol levels. However, you can always opt for their salads and other light foods to keep the cholesterol in check.
Foods to Avoid at Applebee's for High Cholesterol
If you have high cholesterol, then you must avoid eating sandwiches, wraps, and tacos at Applebee's. While the salads and soups sound healthy, you must skip the Fiesta Chopped Salad and Loaded Potato Soup at Applebee's. It is also advised to dodge the Three Cheese Chicken Penne and Chicken Fajita Rollup. Any main meal with over 100mg cholesterol is not idle for someone with high cholesterol. So, skip those items at Applebee's.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Applebee's
Wow, blown away by the hospitality of this place. They were so accommodating and the food was well prepared, and our waitress was super helpful and sweet
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Jin Y.
I've been to Applebee's a few times in different locations because my options were quite limited while on the road. So during one of my road trips I stopped by this Applebee's for lunch. They had a lunch special going on and I had a salad and a sandwich combo. The food was very average and nothing special. I also ordered a strawberry daiquiri and it was water down. Not all Applebee's are made equal. Some are better or worse.
(3)
John G.
Food is good, the service is very hit or miss. Depends on which college kid is working that night. I've had mostly good experiences dining here.
(3)
Nautichelle D.
Food was as good as any Applebee's, but management & service was poor & not compliant, and took way too long to get salads that weren't made to requested order.
(2)
Brenda W.
Cemented my long-standing opinion of Applebee's as being awful. Tortilla chips were super salty, sirloin was rubbery and broccoli tasted like they had been nuked for 20 minutes! I would've been better off bringing a frozen dinner with me to have them microwave in the kitchen. My brother felt sick shortly after eating the pasta. How does one get sick from pasta? Service was great considering the poor waitress has to serve what she has to serve. Asked us several times how are food was and I couldn't bear to tell her the truth-she tried. Chef Mike (microwave) does it again!
(1)
Michael B.
Worst service ever at a chain -- no wonder it was empty. Slow food service but ok. Try Perkins across the road.
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Brian A.
I was impressed with the taste, variety and service at this location. Maybe it was the updated menu, the number of healthier options, the friendliness of our server or a combination of all of the above that turned my skepticism of eating at a seemingly generic chain restaurant into a decent dining experience. I will return.
(4)
Mark G.
Good cheap food for the hungry landman. Good fast service too.
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Jean M.
From the staff opening the doors through the leaving, this Applebee's is a friendly and effortless place to eat. The food is well executed and fresh, wait staff eager to please but not pesky. We can linger, or eat and leave. We especially like the tender garlic steak and the maple- tinged pecan crusted chicken salad. If the staff do not have a ready answer to food questions they check with the kitchen to find out. Restrooms clean, restaurant clean. After many visits we have found these attributes to be consistent.
(5)
John D.
I stopped here 5 times on my trips to see my grandchildren in Connecticut. The food has always been excellent and the prices a good value. I will be back again when in the area.
(4)
TJ P.
Very good Applebee's location! Staff was extremely friendly, food was great/thoroughly cooked, and service was very punctual. Would return if in the area again.
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Q & A on Applebee's
What time does Applebee's half price appetizers start?
Applebee's restaurant has launched the late-night happy hour where some of the listed appetizers are sold at half price. The offer is available at most of the Applebee's locations where one can enjoy the offer after 9 pm on weekdays and after 10 pm on weekends.
What time is the happy hour at Applebee's?
Applebee's Happy Hour Monday starts from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Apples Late Night Happy Hour Monday starts from 9:00 PM until midnight.
What can a vegan and Vegetarian eat at Applebee's?
There are almost no vegan option and sparse vegetarian option at Applebee's. If you are a vegan ask for steamed vegetables, baked potato, salads, or fried vegetables without butter. There are certain vegan dressings you can try to make your salad tastier.
What are the opening and closing timing at Applebee's?
Applebee's Restaurant operational hours on weekdays (Monday through Thursday) and Sundays start from 11 am until midnight. While on Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant remains open until 1 am. The timing may vary as per the location.
Does Applebee's remain close on holidays?
Applebee's remain closed on many holidays, but it may vary as per the location of the restaurant. For holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving, the restaurant remains closed throughout the USA.
How to find the nearest Applebee's Restaurant?
Today Applebee's is located on 135+ locations in the USA and growing. The restaurant is famous for its lip-smacking ribs and steaks, seafood and fried chicken wings. There are healthier salads and sides for people who are health conscious. If you want to find nearest Applebee's restaurant in your area, just go through the Restaurant Listing Directory to find one.
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About Applebee's
Applebee is an American full-service restaurant brand popularly known for its signature Riblets. Applebee was conceptualized in 1980 by Bill and TJ Palmer in Atlanta, Georgia. At first, the restaurant was named T.J. Applebee's RX for Edibles and Elixirs. After the concept was acquired by W.R. Grace and Company, the restaurant was renamed as Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar. Later the company and the Applebee's concept changed hands with Abe Gustin and John Hamra who started the first Applebee's franchise restaurant in Kansas City.
Later in 2007, IHOP Corp. now known as DineEquity, Inc. acquired Applebee's and began their journey together to make Applebee's the world's largest full-service restaurant chain. Today, Applebee's serves at more than 1,830 locations worldwide. The Applebee's menu ranges from Appetizers and Salads to heavy meals consisting of ribs and steak. Although the trademark dish Riblets is a hot favorite among regular Applebee's dwellers, the restaurant also serves some amazing burgers, sandwiches, pasta, and salads.
Healthy Food Options at Applebee's
When a restaurant serves ribs as their main dish, then you can assume the diet-friendliness of their menu. Well, Applebee's is no different. However, you can dig deeper into their menu and pick some good healthy food options for sure. You can try the salads, light sandwiches, appetizers to ensure you don't order heavy items, etc. If you are really diet conscious, then you got to be careful with their steaks & ribs as well as desserts section.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : Yes Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
Michelle L.
Wow, blown away by the hospitality of this place. They were so accommodating and the food was well prepared, and our waitress was super helpful and sweet
(5)Jin Y.
I've been to Applebee's a few times in different locations because my options were quite limited while on the road. So during one of my road trips I stopped by this Applebee's for lunch. They had a lunch special going on and I had a salad and a sandwich combo. The food was very average and nothing special. I also ordered a strawberry daiquiri and it was water down. Not all Applebee's are made equal. Some are better or worse.
(3)John G.
Food is good, the service is very hit or miss. Depends on which college kid is working that night. I've had mostly good experiences dining here.
(3)Nautichelle D.
Food was as good as any Applebee's, but management & service was poor & not compliant, and took way too long to get salads that weren't made to requested order.
(2)Brenda W.
Cemented my long-standing opinion of Applebee's as being awful. Tortilla chips were super salty, sirloin was rubbery and broccoli tasted like they had been nuked for 20 minutes! I would've been better off bringing a frozen dinner with me to have them microwave in the kitchen. My brother felt sick shortly after eating the pasta. How does one get sick from pasta? Service was great considering the poor waitress has to serve what she has to serve. Asked us several times how are food was and I couldn't bear to tell her the truth-she tried. Chef Mike (microwave) does it again!
(1)Michael B.
Worst service ever at a chain -- no wonder it was empty. Slow food service but ok. Try Perkins across the road.
(1)Brian A.
I was impressed with the taste, variety and service at this location. Maybe it was the updated menu, the number of healthier options, the friendliness of our server or a combination of all of the above that turned my skepticism of eating at a seemingly generic chain restaurant into a decent dining experience. I will return.
(4)Mark G.
Good cheap food for the hungry landman. Good fast service too.
(5)Jean M.
From the staff opening the doors through the leaving, this Applebee's is a friendly and effortless place to eat. The food is well executed and fresh, wait staff eager to please but not pesky. We can linger, or eat and leave. We especially like the tender garlic steak and the maple- tinged pecan crusted chicken salad. If the staff do not have a ready answer to food questions they check with the kitchen to find out. Restrooms clean, restaurant clean. After many visits we have found these attributes to be consistent.
(5)John D.
I stopped here 5 times on my trips to see my grandchildren in Connecticut. The food has always been excellent and the prices a good value. I will be back again when in the area.
(4)TJ P.
Very good Applebee's location! Staff was extremely friendly, food was great/thoroughly cooked, and service was very punctual. Would return if in the area again.
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