Applebee's Menu Categories & Directory
Browse each distinct section of the neighborhood grill menu. Select a category below to view detailed items, calorie counts, ingredients, and representative 2026 prices.
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Applebee's Menu Categories
Explore each food and beverage category to view complete pricing, nutritional profiles, and dining details.
Shareable Appetizers
Famous boneless wings, chicken wonton tacos, crispy mozzarella sticks, and loaded spinach artichoke dip.
Handcrafted Burgers
Fresh, never frozen all-beef patties with pepper jack cheese, smoky whiskey bacon glaze, or folded into quesadillas.
Steaks & Ribs
USDA Choice top sirloin spiced Bourbon Street style alongside double-glazed baby back ribs.
Chicken Entrées
Fiesta Lime Chicken, Bourbon Street chicken and shrimp, crispy tenders, and grilled chicken breast plates.
Pasta & Mac and Cheese
Creamy four-cheese penne, fettuccine chicken parmesan, and honey pepper chicken tender mac combinations.
Irresist-A-Bowls®
Nutrient-packed bowls including Southwest Chicken, Tex-Mex Shrimp, and Sesame Salmon over rice and greens.
Seafood Selections
Blackened Cajun salmon, crispy golden double crunch shrimp platters, and fish and chips.
Fresh Salads
Crisp romaine, tender grilled chicken breasts, Oriental chicken salad, and Caesar pairings.
Signature Sides
Classic fries, garlic mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, four-cheese mac, and onion rings.
Irresistible Desserts
Sizzling butter pecan blondies, rich triple chocolate meltdowns, and Cinnabon mini swirls.
Beverages & Cocktails
Signature $5 & $6 Mucho Margaritas, dirty fountain sodas, iced teas, and handcrafted lemonades.
Kids Menu
Wholesome kid-sized mini cheeseburgers, crispy tenders, and creamy macaroni & cheese.
Explore Applebee's Menu
Whether you are planning a casual weeknight dinner with family, enjoying late-night drinks and half-price appetizers with friends, or picking up dinner via Carside To-Go, Applebee's neighborhood menu offers dishes to fit every appetite and budget.
Value Combos & Specials
Take advantage of iconic promotions including the 2 for $25 deal (one shared appetizer plus two full entrees), $8.99 Burger Mondays, and daily happy hour specials. View full details on our Deals & Specials guide.
Nutrition & Macro Planning
Diners focusing on calories or macros can select lighter choices like Grilled Chicken Breast (490 kcal), blackened salmon, or fresh salads with dressings on the side. Try our free Interactive Meal Planner to budget your meal.
Store Hours & Directions
Find operating hours, addresses, and driving directions to neighborhood restaurants in all 50 states using our handy Store Locator tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary food categories on the Applebee's menu?
Applebee's menu is organized into 12 core categories: Shareable Appetizers, Handcrafted Burgers, Steaks & Ribs, Chicken Entrées, Pasta, Irresist-A-Bowls, Seafood, Fresh Salads, Signature Sides, Desserts, Beverages & Cocktails, and the Kids Menu.
Can I substitute sides across different menu categories?
Yes. Most entrée plates come standard with classic fries or steamed broccoli. Diners can substitute or upgrade sides to garlic mashed potatoes, crunchy onion rings, loaded potato waves, or side salads for a modest surcharge.
Do menu prices and items vary between Applebee's locations?
Yes. Because Applebee's restaurants are largely owned and operated by independent regional franchisees, prices, combo tiers, and local promotions vary according to regional operating costs.
Where can I calculate calories and budget for my Applebee's meal?
Use our interactive Applebee's Meal Planner to set budget targets, calculate calories, and plan balanced lunch and dinner combinations before ordering.
Representative Pricing & Menu Variations Notice
Offers, prices, participation, and availability can vary by location and may change over time. Menu items, prices, ingredients, nutritional information, promotions, and availability may change over time. Customers with food allergies should confirm ingredients and preparation procedures directly with their local restaurant.