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
Not bad for a chain restaurant. Get past all the flair they throw at you all over the walls and the food is pretty decent. Drinks are a little pricey, but aren't they always?
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Mia K.
Come for the Margaritas, stay for the service and the food. I'm a big fan of the Cheddar Jack Chicken Mac & Cheese or whatev it's called. It's always good no matter which location. Also, the pomegranate margarita = fabulosity squared. Delish. Cheap. Ah.
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Alyssa N.
I would give my experience a solid three stars. I rarely eat at Applebees because I really just don't like their menu or the atmosphere but I was meeting a friend and she suggested it. Our server was friendly, though sporadically attentive with drink refills. They weren't extremely busy at that time, so I was surprised that he seemed to be away so often. But he was chatty and tried to be helpful. The one awkward moment was when he made a "starving kids in Africa" joke when I said I didn't want a box for my leftovers. It just hit a little flat for my friend and me. Otherwise, however, he was pleasant and relaxed. The food itself was hit and miss. The French Onion Soup, which I always get at a restaurant if I see it available, was pretty good. I'd suggest it. I can always take more cheese, but in general, it was good. We both ordered the Napa Chicken with herbed potatoes instead of fried ones. All Applebees, for some reason, have this horrible tendency to undercook white onions, then pile them on top of things. I love caramelized onions, but these don't even resemble that. The chicken was a weird combination of overdone and oversauced so it was dry and vaguely sticky. Hopefully that paints a good enough picture for you. The vegetables were all overdone as well, except the poor onions. Perhaps this was just not to my taste, but I was not a fan of the Napa Chicken. However, the atmosphere was good. Not too many loud children, a floor manager (or maybe she's the full-on big kahuna, I'm not sure) who was very kind and attentive to all the guests, and a pretty decent bowl of french onion soup all kind of swirled together into a three star rating.
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Tushar A.
Hanging out with friends & colleagues on Thursday eve in anticipation of snow over Friday!
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Mike W.
Horrible experience. I haven't eaten at an Applebee's in years and now I know why. The evening started pleasant enough, 5 of us arrived and were seated right away. Drink order was taken and brought right to the table. The first kicker was when the server returned to take out app order she sat down. I didn't know she was joining us. So we order two app samplers, cheese dip, 1 soup, and 1 salad. Server puts the order in and returns before the apps are out to get out entree order. One chicken dish, and three burger dishes; all med rare. 7-10 minutes into our apps the entrees come out by another server and a manager. Not only were the fired way too early, every burger was well done. Now being a manager one should notice a table full of food and realize there not ready. No, instead she waits until we cram and combine our apps to set the food down. At one point she says "do you want me to take these back?", really?, so the can spend they're dying days under a heat lamp? No thanks. Now I know why I stay away from this place. Heck I get better food, service, and consistency from diners.
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John G.
Great Waitress. Okay here we go last time I was here was a disappointing experience we decided to give this one another shot since it's closer. Started with wife ordering a cup of Clam Chowder had to send it back 2x and we told the waitress to microwave it because it didn't come out hot! Was well under 140 degree limit. Was informed by our waitress that the soup is kept in a soup well! With my knowledge of food service I told her to tell them their well isn't working properly not really safe when serving cold cream soup! Okay so I had their full rack of ribs with their Asian Sweet & Spicy sauce which was more sweet than spicy the wife had their fish and chips which was a huge serving both platters came with fries and coleslaw their fries were good while hot all fries are the coleslaw was different which is what actually made it good! Good size portions for price. Our waitress Coco saves this rating she probably gets 2 of the 3 stars!
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Amy K.
I would give this place a 5 star rating but after the last 6 months, I'm giving it a 2 because the food is actually good. This is the 2nd time we have had to walk out due to no service after 15 minutes of sitting there. We have always been frequent customers with a visit once every 1-2 weeks. One night we had a miserable waitress who was throwing stuff at us including the check. I was in complete shock over this. 2nd time we walked out after 15 minutes of sitting there where no one came over to even greet us and take our order (no drinks). Today would be the last time I'll ever set foot inside this location. We were seated and everyone walked by ignoring us. 15 minutes and not a single person came over to even say "I'll be right with you". Workers were looking over but no one did a single thing except stare or walk by. This has all been within a 6 month time frame. It's unfair as customers to have deal with this and if they truly wanted the business, ignoring the customer would be the last thing on the list. We were ready for order to be placed before we even got in there and we have always been easy going customers. I'm not sure what is going on but this service is unacceptable. Very disappointed!
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Jeffrey P.
Me and my wife went there for our anniversary dinner and it was one of the worst dinner service I ever had at applebee's. We ordered our appetizer and our dinner and about 60 mins later we got our dinner but not our appetizer so we told the manager and he did really care. Then we told the manager that we didn't want it but he still brought it out to us after we ate our dinner and we where full. I never had this kind of service at applebee'e before. I hope it don't happen again.
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Andrew R.
Ate here last week for the first time in 5 years. It was incredible. The bar staff while we were waiting for a table was spot on in drink preparation, attention to detail, and quick service. Once we were sat, our wait staff, Corey, perfectly balanced service with space. Top it off with good food, and this Applebees completely rewrote my perception I had previously had of it. Don't get me wrong, this is a chain restaurant with corresponding food, but the great service give it a very solid four star rating.
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Fritz C.
Service and food is great No complaints here. Did wish they would bring back onion pedals
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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 : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Coat Check : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Steve P.
Not bad for a chain restaurant. Get past all the flair they throw at you all over the walls and the food is pretty decent. Drinks are a little pricey, but aren't they always?
(3)Mia K.
Come for the Margaritas, stay for the service and the food. I'm a big fan of the Cheddar Jack Chicken Mac & Cheese or whatev it's called. It's always good no matter which location. Also, the pomegranate margarita = fabulosity squared. Delish. Cheap. Ah.
(3)Alyssa N.
I would give my experience a solid three stars. I rarely eat at Applebees because I really just don't like their menu or the atmosphere but I was meeting a friend and she suggested it. Our server was friendly, though sporadically attentive with drink refills. They weren't extremely busy at that time, so I was surprised that he seemed to be away so often. But he was chatty and tried to be helpful. The one awkward moment was when he made a "starving kids in Africa" joke when I said I didn't want a box for my leftovers. It just hit a little flat for my friend and me. Otherwise, however, he was pleasant and relaxed. The food itself was hit and miss. The French Onion Soup, which I always get at a restaurant if I see it available, was pretty good. I'd suggest it. I can always take more cheese, but in general, it was good. We both ordered the Napa Chicken with herbed potatoes instead of fried ones. All Applebees, for some reason, have this horrible tendency to undercook white onions, then pile them on top of things. I love caramelized onions, but these don't even resemble that. The chicken was a weird combination of overdone and oversauced so it was dry and vaguely sticky. Hopefully that paints a good enough picture for you. The vegetables were all overdone as well, except the poor onions. Perhaps this was just not to my taste, but I was not a fan of the Napa Chicken. However, the atmosphere was good. Not too many loud children, a floor manager (or maybe she's the full-on big kahuna, I'm not sure) who was very kind and attentive to all the guests, and a pretty decent bowl of french onion soup all kind of swirled together into a three star rating.
(3)Tushar A.
Hanging out with friends & colleagues on Thursday eve in anticipation of snow over Friday!
(3)Mike W.
Horrible experience. I haven't eaten at an Applebee's in years and now I know why. The evening started pleasant enough, 5 of us arrived and were seated right away. Drink order was taken and brought right to the table. The first kicker was when the server returned to take out app order she sat down. I didn't know she was joining us. So we order two app samplers, cheese dip, 1 soup, and 1 salad. Server puts the order in and returns before the apps are out to get out entree order. One chicken dish, and three burger dishes; all med rare. 7-10 minutes into our apps the entrees come out by another server and a manager. Not only were the fired way too early, every burger was well done. Now being a manager one should notice a table full of food and realize there not ready. No, instead she waits until we cram and combine our apps to set the food down. At one point she says "do you want me to take these back?", really?, so the can spend they're dying days under a heat lamp? No thanks. Now I know why I stay away from this place. Heck I get better food, service, and consistency from diners.
(1)John G.
Great Waitress. Okay here we go last time I was here was a disappointing experience we decided to give this one another shot since it's closer. Started with wife ordering a cup of Clam Chowder had to send it back 2x and we told the waitress to microwave it because it didn't come out hot! Was well under 140 degree limit. Was informed by our waitress that the soup is kept in a soup well! With my knowledge of food service I told her to tell them their well isn't working properly not really safe when serving cold cream soup! Okay so I had their full rack of ribs with their Asian Sweet & Spicy sauce which was more sweet than spicy the wife had their fish and chips which was a huge serving both platters came with fries and coleslaw their fries were good while hot all fries are the coleslaw was different which is what actually made it good! Good size portions for price. Our waitress Coco saves this rating she probably gets 2 of the 3 stars!
(3)Amy K.
I would give this place a 5 star rating but after the last 6 months, I'm giving it a 2 because the food is actually good. This is the 2nd time we have had to walk out due to no service after 15 minutes of sitting there. We have always been frequent customers with a visit once every 1-2 weeks. One night we had a miserable waitress who was throwing stuff at us including the check. I was in complete shock over this. 2nd time we walked out after 15 minutes of sitting there where no one came over to even greet us and take our order (no drinks). Today would be the last time I'll ever set foot inside this location. We were seated and everyone walked by ignoring us. 15 minutes and not a single person came over to even say "I'll be right with you". Workers were looking over but no one did a single thing except stare or walk by. This has all been within a 6 month time frame. It's unfair as customers to have deal with this and if they truly wanted the business, ignoring the customer would be the last thing on the list. We were ready for order to be placed before we even got in there and we have always been easy going customers. I'm not sure what is going on but this service is unacceptable. Very disappointed!
(2)Jeffrey P.
Me and my wife went there for our anniversary dinner and it was one of the worst dinner service I ever had at applebee's. We ordered our appetizer and our dinner and about 60 mins later we got our dinner but not our appetizer so we told the manager and he did really care. Then we told the manager that we didn't want it but he still brought it out to us after we ate our dinner and we where full. I never had this kind of service at applebee'e before. I hope it don't happen again.
(2)Andrew R.
Ate here last week for the first time in 5 years. It was incredible. The bar staff while we were waiting for a table was spot on in drink preparation, attention to detail, and quick service. Once we were sat, our wait staff, Corey, perfectly balanced service with space. Top it off with good food, and this Applebees completely rewrote my perception I had previously had of it. Don't get me wrong, this is a chain restaurant with corresponding food, but the great service give it a very solid four star rating.
(4)Fritz C.
Service and food is great No complaints here. Did wish they would bring back onion pedals
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