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
Awful place. It has overpriced bland food and staff that forget about you while you wait for service. I used the bathroom to find swears written above the urinals and on the walls plus degrading comments about women on the walls. The pictures and words were all about so staff and management do not care what their patrons including kids see.
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Melissa E.
Okay, okay I have been to this franchise restaurant before in different states and I had atleast a 3 or 4 star rating. This time it was terrible. I only had the chicken Caesar salad. My friends had the burger, appetizers and wings. We didn't have to wait at all w/ a party of 5. My experience and food wad horrible. My alcohol beverage arrived in a warm glass, and my soda was in a dirty and had oily floaties on the top. My salad was not fresh at all because the greens were eaten by bugs and it was slimy and old. I have enclosed a pic for your review. I explained to the waitress that I was not at all pleased w/ my food. I showed her the greens that i picked out from my salad. She had the audacity to say (and I quote), "Oh we use a big spinner here and they looked bruised greens to me." I asked for the manager and he said, "Oh no it looks like the greens were old and I must agree w/ you they do look like bug bites." Needless to say, I paid in full and corporate received an email with pics from me. My friends had similar experience except for one. They had something fried fish. Sigh, I went w something familiar and got something unfamiliar.
(1)
Ken M.
My mom, Andy, Jen, Mat with one t and I came here for dinner before the movies at Flagship. It's a rural Applebee's so instantly better than those around the Boston area, owing to it's newness and the work ethic of the Maine people. The food was just alright, but not much worse than you'd expect at a place that probably has brightly colored placards in the kitchen telling ITT Tech grads how to cook everything. The one food note was that the ribs were "not as good as you'd get from Chili's" according to both Jen and Andy. Odd that the waitresses all seem to carry drinks under their boobs and armpits instead of using drink trays, um, what? Points for also getting in and out in time to get to the movie.
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Jinxie F.
Worst dinner experience. Husband and me and our 2 sons stopped for dinner around 9 pm on a very slow night. Only 2-3 other tables eating when we arrived. Service was very slow and food was "ok." I ordered a steak dinner medium rare and when it was finally delivered, it was well done. Had to wait another 15-20 minutes before waitress came back to the dining room to ask her to make a new steak. she was very friendly about it. When the new steak came, it was cooked properly, but the steak was so gristly and tough it was inedible. Didn't both to send this one back as everyone else had finished eating by this time and I really didn't think the 3rd time would be a charm. Husband also ordered a steak and his was also over cooked but he ate it anyway. Son 1 ordered the American standard burger. from the picture, it looked like it was loaded with yummy toppings. When he got it, it only had cheese so he asked the waitress what happened to the toppings. Apparently this location doesn't make it as it's portrayed - they put all the toppings mixed in with the meat and then grill it. Didn't look as exciting, but son still enjoyed it. Son 2 ordered the 3 cheese chicken penne. the slice of chicken was thin and small and there was hardly any cheese so the dish was very dry. Also, he's a very thin 19 yo and the proportion was more like an appetizer, so he ended up hungry and reaching for everyone else' food. Worst Applebee's we've ever been to. The waitress was nice, that's the only good thing I have to say about this place.
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Cassie J.
The worst place I've ever been. They wouldn't serve us even though we were relatively sober.
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Ken M.
Most awful place you could imagine. Rude, rude, rude. Bug in my food. They didn't care.
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Raechelle H.
Terrible service. Terrible management. Just don't go here. Save yourself the trouble.
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Nicole C.
I got the trio appetizer sampler with the buffalo boneless wings, spinach and artichoke dip, and the steak quesadila towers. Chicken was great. Towers were great. Dip was great, but the chips had so much salt on them I had to try to wipe them off with my finger and they were still too salty. I swear I gained 10lbs of water weight from all the salt!! Our waitress was nice. My husband got the riblettes which he always gets and he loves them. Other than the salt it was a good experience.
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Adam W.
Terrible service and management. Decided subjectively that we were not worthy of being served despite being sober.
(1)
William H.
Very good ,the 2 for 24 was a deal , had spinach appetizer ,I had ribs wife had mac and cheese both were very good .can't beat the price.
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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 : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
Todd T.
Awful place. It has overpriced bland food and staff that forget about you while you wait for service. I used the bathroom to find swears written above the urinals and on the walls plus degrading comments about women on the walls. The pictures and words were all about so staff and management do not care what their patrons including kids see.
(2)Melissa E.
Okay, okay I have been to this franchise restaurant before in different states and I had atleast a 3 or 4 star rating. This time it was terrible. I only had the chicken Caesar salad. My friends had the burger, appetizers and wings. We didn't have to wait at all w/ a party of 5. My experience and food wad horrible. My alcohol beverage arrived in a warm glass, and my soda was in a dirty and had oily floaties on the top. My salad was not fresh at all because the greens were eaten by bugs and it was slimy and old. I have enclosed a pic for your review. I explained to the waitress that I was not at all pleased w/ my food. I showed her the greens that i picked out from my salad. She had the audacity to say (and I quote), "Oh we use a big spinner here and they looked bruised greens to me." I asked for the manager and he said, "Oh no it looks like the greens were old and I must agree w/ you they do look like bug bites." Needless to say, I paid in full and corporate received an email with pics from me. My friends had similar experience except for one. They had something fried fish. Sigh, I went w something familiar and got something unfamiliar.
(1)Ken M.
My mom, Andy, Jen, Mat with one t and I came here for dinner before the movies at Flagship. It's a rural Applebee's so instantly better than those around the Boston area, owing to it's newness and the work ethic of the Maine people. The food was just alright, but not much worse than you'd expect at a place that probably has brightly colored placards in the kitchen telling ITT Tech grads how to cook everything. The one food note was that the ribs were "not as good as you'd get from Chili's" according to both Jen and Andy. Odd that the waitresses all seem to carry drinks under their boobs and armpits instead of using drink trays, um, what? Points for also getting in and out in time to get to the movie.
(3)Jinxie F.
Worst dinner experience. Husband and me and our 2 sons stopped for dinner around 9 pm on a very slow night. Only 2-3 other tables eating when we arrived. Service was very slow and food was "ok." I ordered a steak dinner medium rare and when it was finally delivered, it was well done. Had to wait another 15-20 minutes before waitress came back to the dining room to ask her to make a new steak. she was very friendly about it. When the new steak came, it was cooked properly, but the steak was so gristly and tough it was inedible. Didn't both to send this one back as everyone else had finished eating by this time and I really didn't think the 3rd time would be a charm. Husband also ordered a steak and his was also over cooked but he ate it anyway. Son 1 ordered the American standard burger. from the picture, it looked like it was loaded with yummy toppings. When he got it, it only had cheese so he asked the waitress what happened to the toppings. Apparently this location doesn't make it as it's portrayed - they put all the toppings mixed in with the meat and then grill it. Didn't look as exciting, but son still enjoyed it. Son 2 ordered the 3 cheese chicken penne. the slice of chicken was thin and small and there was hardly any cheese so the dish was very dry. Also, he's a very thin 19 yo and the proportion was more like an appetizer, so he ended up hungry and reaching for everyone else' food. Worst Applebee's we've ever been to. The waitress was nice, that's the only good thing I have to say about this place.
(1)Cassie J.
The worst place I've ever been. They wouldn't serve us even though we were relatively sober.
(1)Ken M.
Most awful place you could imagine. Rude, rude, rude. Bug in my food. They didn't care.
(1)Raechelle H.
Terrible service. Terrible management. Just don't go here. Save yourself the trouble.
(1)Nicole C.
I got the trio appetizer sampler with the buffalo boneless wings, spinach and artichoke dip, and the steak quesadila towers. Chicken was great. Towers were great. Dip was great, but the chips had so much salt on them I had to try to wipe them off with my finger and they were still too salty. I swear I gained 10lbs of water weight from all the salt!! Our waitress was nice. My husband got the riblettes which he always gets and he loves them. Other than the salt it was a good experience.
(4)Adam W.
Terrible service and management. Decided subjectively that we were not worthy of being served despite being sober.
(1)William H.
Very good ,the 2 for 24 was a deal , had spinach appetizer ,I had ribs wife had mac and cheese both were very good .can't beat the price.
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