Applebee’s described its restaurants as upscale and casual, with a classic grill & bar menu and a strong service-oriented approach. A high recognition value within the chain was claimed.
The first Applebee’s restaurant was opened in 1980 by Bill and TJ Palmer in Atlanta. After the Palmers opened their second restaurant, they sold their company to W. R. Grace and Company in 1983. Bill Palmer remained president of the company anyway. In 1986 the name was changed to Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar. A franchise system was also introduced.
The first franchisees were Abe Gustin and John Hamra, who opened a restaurant in Kansas City. The thousandth restaurant opened in 1998. The 1500th branch followed in 2002. Last year as a stand-alone company, 32,000 employees generated sales of $ 1.2 billion. In 2007, Applebee’s International was acquired by IHOP for $ 2.1 billion ($ 25.50 per share). Applebee’s shares were listed on November 3, 2007 from the NASDAQ. After the takeover, IHOP changed its name to DineEquity.
Select 2 Entrees & 1 Appetizer |
$20.00 |
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Classic + Classic |
$7.29 |
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Classic + Signature |
$8.29 |
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Signature + Signature |
$9.29 |
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Sizzling Double Barrel Whisky Sirloins |
$13.49 |
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7 oz. House Sirloin |
$12.99 |
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9 oz. House Sirloin |
$14.99 |
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Pepper-Crusted Sirloin & Whole Grains |
$12.49 |
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Steakhouse Bruschetta Sirloin |
$13.99 |
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Bourbon Street Steak |
$14.99 |
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Shrimp ‘N Parmesan Sirloin |
$17.99 |
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Upgrades |
Varies |
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Applebee’s Riblets |
$12.49 |
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Crosscut Ribs |
$7.00 |
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Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs |
$17.99 |
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Shrimp Scampi Linguine |
$13.49 |
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Savory Cedar Salmon |
$14.49 |
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Shrimp & Broccoli Cavatappi |
$13.49 |
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Hand-Battered Fish and Chips |
$12.99 |
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Double Crunch Shrimp |
$13.49 |
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4-Cheese Mac & Cheese Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders |
$12.99 |
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Shrimp ‘N Parmesan Sirloin |
$17.99 |
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Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp |
$13.49 |
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Napa Chicken & Portobellos |
$11.49 |
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Cedar Grilled Lemon Chicken |
$11.49 |
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Chicken Tenders Platter |
$10.49 |
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Fiesta Lime Chicken |
$11.49 |
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Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp |
$13.49 |
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Sizzling Double Barrel Whisky Sirloins |
$13.49 |
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Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp |
$13.49 |
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Bourbon Street Steak |
$14.99 |
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Green Goddess Wedge |
$4.99 |
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Tomato Basil Soup |
– |
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Today’s Soup Any Meal |
$3.49 |
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French Onion Soup |
– |
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House Salad |
$4.00 |
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Small Caesar Salad |
$4.00 |
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Top Off your Baked or Mashed Potatoes |
$1.99 |
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SAMPLER: Mix & Match 2 |
$9.50 |
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SAMPLER: Mix & Match 3 |
$12.50 |
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SAMPLER: Add additional Items (Max of 5) |
$3.00 |
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Sweeet Potato Fries & Dips |
$5.00 |
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Pot Stickers |
$8.00 |
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Sriracha Shrimp |
$8.00 |
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Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip |
$7.00 |
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Spinach & Artichoke Dip |
$7.00 |
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Mozzarella Sticks Marinara (5 Pieces) |
$8.00 |
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Sweet Chile Brisket Sliders |
$10.00 |
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Kobe-Style Meatballs |
$7.00 |
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Double Crunch Bone-In Wings |
$10.00 |
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Salsa Verde Shredded Brisket Nachos |
$10.00 |
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Chicken Quesadilla |
$8.00 |
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Boneless Wings |
$10.00 |
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Grilled Chicken Wonton Tacos |
$8.00 |
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Crosscut Ribs |
$7.00 |
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Double Crunch Bone-In Wings (Bar Snack) |
$6.00 |
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Pot Stickers (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Churro S’mores (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Green Bean Crispers (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Chips & Salsa (Bar Snack) |
$3.00 |
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Chicken Torilla Soup (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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French Onion Soup (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Tomato Basil Soup (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Chili (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Today’s Soup (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Small Caesar Salad (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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House Salad Bacon (Bar Snack) |
$4.00 |
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Mushroom Swiss Burger |
$10.99 |
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The American Standard Burger |
$10.49 |
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Triple Bacon Burger |
$10.99 |
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Sweet Asian Pineapple Burger |
$10.49 |
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Cowboy Burger |
$10.99 |
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Quesadilla Burger |
$10.49 |
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The Classic Burger |
$8.99 |
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Artisan Grilled Chicken Ciabatta |
$10.49 |
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Four-Cheese Grille |
$7.99 |
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American BLT |
$8.99 |
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Chicken Fajita Rollup |
$9.99 |
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Classic Turkey Breast |
$9.99 |
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Clubhouse Grille |
$9.99 |
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Oriental Chicken Rollup |
$9.99 |
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Thai Shrimp Salad |
$11.49 |
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Fiesta Chicken Chopped Salad |
$9.99 |
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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad |
$9.99 |
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Oriental Chicken Salad |
$9.99 |
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Have It All (Under 600 Calories) |
Cedar Grilled Lemon Chicken |
$11.49 |
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Shrimp & Broccoli Cavatappi |
$13.49 |
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Pepper-Crusted Sirloin & Whole Grains |
$12.49 |
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Thai Shrimp Salad |
$11.49 |
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Savory Cedar Salmon |
$14.49 |
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Napa Chicken & Portobellos |
$11.49 |
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Steakhouse Bruschetta Sirloin |
$13.99 |
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Kids’ Menu – Really Hungry? |
Chicken Tenders |
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Chicken Grillers |
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KRAFT Macaroni & Cheese |
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Cheese Quesadilla |
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Mini Cheeseburger or Hamburger |
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Cheesy Bread Pizza (1/2) |
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Corn Dog |
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Grilled Cheese Sandwich |
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Kids’ Menu – Really Really Hungry? |
Cheesy Grilled Chicken |
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Chicken Mac n Cheese |
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Chicken Quesadilla |
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Two Mini Cheeseburgers or Hamburgers |
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Cheesy Bread Pizza (Full) |
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Fried Shrimp |
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4 oz. Sirloin |
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Kids’ Menu – For Your Side? |
Mozzarella Sticks |
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GoGo squeeZ Applesauce |
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Apple Dippers with Yogurt |
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Vanilla Yogurt with Strawberries |
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House or Caesar Salad |
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Baby Carrots with Ranch |
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Steamed Broccoli |
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Garlic Mashed Potatoes |
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Fries |
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Kids’ Menu – Pick A Drink? |
Apple Juice |
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Orange Tangerine Juice |
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Milk or Chocolate Milk |
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Kids’ Menu – Still Have Room? |
OREO Cookie Shake |
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OREO Cookie Sundae |
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Triple Chocolate Meltdown |
$6.49 |
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Blue Ribbon Brownie Bite |
$1.49 |
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Salted Caramel Pretzel Bites |
$5.99 |
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Butter Pecan Blondie |
$5.99 |
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Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert Shooter |
– |
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Apple Chimicheesecake |
$5.99 |
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Mini Salted Caramel Pretzel Bites |
$2.99 |
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Blue Ribbon Brownie |
$6.49 |
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Chocolate Mousse Dessert Shooter |
– |
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Hot Fudge Sundae Dessert Shooter |
– |
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Refreshments |
Varies |
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Beers |
Varies |
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Cocktails & Mixology |
Varies |
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Margaritas & Sangrias |
Varies |
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Wine |
Varies |