• I tried Applebee’s for the first time to see which menu items were the tastiest.
  • The chicken-tortilla soup was delicious but I wish I got a bigger portion for the price.
  • The quesadilla burger and chocolate meltdown cake were definitely worth ordering again.

As fast-food prices increase, casual sit-down restaurant chains are swooping in to target budget-conscious diners with deals and special menu items. 

Among them is Applebee’s, a chain with over 1,500 locations worldwide that’s best known for its classic American dishes, such as burgers, pasta, and ribs, and discounted seasonal cocktails.

And, as the CEO of Applebee’s parent company told CNN earlier this year, why eat a $10 burger from a bag in your car when you can enjoy it at a restaurant for the same price? 

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So, I visited Applebee’s for the first time to see what value I could find. Here’s what my experience was like.

Editor’s Note: This story was originally published on February 16, 2023, and most recently updated on June 24, 2024. Menu items, limited-time offers, and prices may vary by location.

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