We stopped by on a St. Patrick's Day to celebrate our cousin's birthday. The restaurant was cleaner than expected, which was a pleasant surprise. The food, however, remained subpar to par at best--nothing to rave about, but it filled the void. I ordered an Oriental Chicken Salad, which looked good on the plate but tasted pretty standard. The fried chicken pieces were crispy, and the dressing added some needed flavor, but nothing about it really stood out. The highlight of my night? My Passionfruit Mai Tai--which, of course, I enjoyed in my own Teko Teko tiki mug. This place doesn't serve drinks in tiki mugs, so I came prepared to elevate my cocktail experience. It was well-made, sweet but balanced, and complemented the night perfectly. Our server, Courtney, was friendly and attentive, so no complaints there. Service-wise, everything went smoothly. Would I come back? Probably, but not for the food--more for the convenience and a simi reliable drink. read more

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Went there once again to give them a try. Our hamburger buns were burned. The waitress never came back after she brought a top to a bun instead of whole new bun. Was supposed to bring a birthday dessert never got it. If you don't want good service and terrible food go to Applebee's in Hanford lol just teasing we have lived here 16 years and every now and then we give Applebee's in Hanford a shot. And everytime we get scrappy service, and horrible food so up to you it's a hit and miss with them.The floor needed swept too. read more

After waiting one hour we Didn't eat here we all left to chillis. Server messed up on sitting and manager gave us attitude , unqualified management jose read more

Curbside to go order. The girl that brought the order out was super friendly and personable. Talked like we were friends forever. Service was quick and food was awesome. read more

Sunday on Easter 2025 Server was nice but a bit too goofy, acting like a friend rather than professionally. Cocktails were good. We ordered the Combo appetizer which was ok but the artichoke dip wasn't as good as it has been. No celery to go with the Buffalo chicken which were not saucy at all .....entree was Broccoli Chicken Alfredo, it came wayyyy later because our server didnt come back soon enough to order it Finally got it but we were tired by then and asked for a To Go container. We wont return Disappointed to say the least read more

Worst service I've ever had from a Manager Francisco if you don't like your job then quite and just because your having a stressful day and we have a problem with our drinks or food don't take out your anger on us or your staff Worst management I've have ever seen in my life poor staff I wish you and our waiter don't have to deal with Francisco ever again read more

My wife and I recently ate at this restaurant, for my wife's birthday. I gave it two stars, mainly for the food and seating. No complaints whatsoever about the waitress. She was great! courteous, and attentive. The spaces were very clean. Ambiance, let's face it, if you're looking for a quiet place to eat, it's not Applebees. Now for the food. I had the steak. It was not cooked how I requested it, and it was with out a doubt, the worse steak I've ever eaten in a restaurant! very tough and chewy! I should have sent it back, but I'm not really one to complain. I just never go back.... Seating, though it wasn't at first, after the food came, I spent most of the time avoiding the sun in my eyes. read more

Spouse ordered a "12Oz Ribeye ". He found it inedible and full of fat and gristle. So gross. It even smelled bad. I personally don't eat there, as I've never once had a good meal there. I would suggest paying g more attention to quality. Idk what else to suggest.. read more

Let me start off by saying it's been a few years I've been to this Applebee's. Main reasons customer service! Hostess was not very nice. First, not busy, but apparently we can't sit at the bar unless it was ok with the bartender. Second, we got a both instead, server was good at first. Good came out quick enough, drinks, salads, but when the food came out my steak was over cooked. I ask for medium and got well done. To make a short story long, my family finished their food before my food came back. Manager brought my food, didn't apologize but just asked if my food was cooked right. That's a given to make sure your steak is cooked the way you want it. The atmosphere was a little uncomfortable and I just took my food to go. Nope never again. read more

They probably have the worst curbside to go pick up. I feel like they never notice your car in the parking stall and I'm always having to call them to let them know that I am there. Step your game up or Chili's here I come. read more

The service was horrible. We put in for our group amount (9) and watched countless other groups get sat for 36 minutes straight. To add, when we keep asking the waitress (Rebecca) to get seated, she said there were no tables available for us. We watched 7 tables be completely empty the entire time we waited. Once another large group got sat before us, immediately sat, we asked again. We had to yell just to get assistance, then when we ask again, they said they could seat us at that very moment. Our party number changed by one (8) including there were two 6yr olds in the group... but yet there was no apology or remorse. Our table waitress (Sharel) was a complete sweet heart and she was my only good ounce out of this night. read more

Lunch today..Baby cockroach on the dipping sauce.. How could they not inspect the plate before serving it to their customers.. lost my appetite! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Oriental Chicken Salad - American Near Me - Hanford, California

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I know we are asking a lot asking for a steak at Applebee's but my uncle and I both ordered medium both are steaks were rare!! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Ordered medium - American Near Me - Hanford, California

Every server we have their always so nice! The food (as always) is perfect and tastes amazing! Never had a major issue with this place! read more

We got a special on a burger including fries and a drink. Server was nice, burger was okay, the fries were not that great.

Service Sucked I've been going to this Applebees for years . The service today just wasn't it . Waitress seemed like a Gen Z worker . Wasn't very helpful or attentive. Food was okay . I'll go to Chiles next time . read more

What a disappointment!!! They were not sure they could seat 5 of us even though we saw several empty tables. The temp inside the restaurant was VERY cold!!! All of us needed coats just to stay in to eat. Coffee maker is broken so unable to have coffee or tea. Service was fair, we had to ask for drink refills and condiments. Our hot food order was served cold and out Togo order arrived before we received our dine in food. I'm told service is inconsistent, sometimes good others times iffy. What a disappointment! read more

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Service was slow if you want to waste your time come here, food was cold when given to sent it back and was dry when it came back the second time. read more

They can't never get my food right !! Taste burnt always even when remade the waiter Clarissa was friendly n fast that is the only good thing about here!!! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - 8 oz. Top Sirloin* 8 oz. Top Sirloin* 8 oz. Top Sirloin* - American Near Me - Hanford, California

Party of six girlfriends here for lunch. Quick seating and greeted by waitress promptly. Drinks served and orders taken efficiently. Received food in a timely manner. Kitchen out of Cole slaw for my plate. Waiter kept saying he would bring it - never did. Two gals ordered Asian Salad - hardly any cabbage/lettuce -all carrots! Staff acted like it should be ok when you could see it had no lettuce!! They asked for refund but only comped half. Just say you're out of lettuce/cabbage and substitute something else. Be honest. I think a management issue. read more

The service here is really good. This bowl is not though unfortunately. The shrimp was decent with a good amount of flavor, but rice was tough and lettuce was extremely bitter. We sat outside which was a nice option. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Grilled Tex-Mex Shrimp Bowl - American Near Me - Hanford, California

We had great service with a party of 6 for lunch. The waitress was attentive and the food was very yummy... especially the chicken wonton tacos. My bacon cheeseburger was so good and the fries are the best!! read more

It was a very nice dining experience. My party was placed in the far back and got forgotten about for a while, but they made up for it with the good food and super great waitress! read more

Our server was Bailey she was excellent our food was really good I don't suggest the coleslaw it was tasteless otherwise and overall great place to have an anniversary dinner read more

Been sitting here for 40 min wondering where my appetizer is.....meat was terrible...won't go back

Service was a struggle. Food was okay. I like AppleBees but not interested in returning

Well, what can I say about Applebee's? It's my go to if it's late and nothing else is open or if I don't know where else to go and I don't want to cook dinner. My staples are the oriental chicken salad and wonton tacos. The service is hit or miss, but the food is usually consistent. The ambience itself is pretty chill unless there's a big game on. Applebee's will always be somewhere I can fall back on. read more

Yesterday when I tried to order food on the phone, one of the staff picked up the phone. I told her that I wanted to order but she couldn't understood what I was talking about, and when I tried to explain, she hanged up on me. The food is good, but staff is rude. read more

Its a chain so we were not expecting a gourmet lunch, however it would have been nice if the food was hot. Wife and I wanted a light lunch so we stopped in for a couple of bowls of French Onion Soup and some appetizers, she had the wonton tacos and I had the boneless wings. To start off the soup was barely luke warm, French Onion soup needs to be very hot to keep the cheese from turning into a brick, which is what happened here, the cheese was too cold to cut with the spoon, had to resort to the knife and once I got to the soup it was just warm and not very flavorful, wife had the same experience. Wonton tacos were ok, but nothing special, Boneless wings had no heat and were barely warm. The only thing saving this location from one star was our waitress Karen she was very nice and attentive. read more

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Applebees is always a good little dinner. Had the best server hands down. Michael... very kind, friendly and gave great service read more

Service wasn't terrible , very slow , not very attentive . Forgot most of our sauces . Artichoke dip 10/10 , crispy cheese bites 10/10 , even though they forgot our spicy mayo sauce . The classic burger was a 10/10 , a little pink but it was good . the fries were amazing . Pasta 2/10 . the chicken on the pasta was amazing ! Overall it was an okay experience , the restaurant itself was very neat and clean ! read more

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Just like the food here, the service was mediocre. The server, and bartender, are both rude. Pretentious even. Which is funny, because it's Applebees, and not a Michelin Star establishment. read more

I don't think I had slower service anywhere in my life, and the customer service is almost non existent. Like is there not management or owners watching their employees so they not half assing. If you dislike your job please find another one. I get ignored and about no acknowledgement. I came here to eat at the bar and regret even waiting on a drink that sucked. I'm done with this Applebee's. read more

I'm not a super big fan on Applebee's, but opted to go here because we had our dog and they have outdoor seating where she is welcome and well because.....it was a fairly nice day. I must admit that when I opened their menu I was amazed at how much their menu has changed and upgraded. Their food choices have expanded and the pictures make the food look fantastic. We ordered and got our food shortly after. In all honesty I can make better food at home. My kids said their food was okay but they wouldn't order the same thing again. My pasta was a little on the flavorless side but the chicken was pretty good. The star on the show was our waiter. From the beginning he was cheerful, talkative and caring. He took really good care of us and is the perfect example of what great service looks like. I wish I remembered his name to give him a shout out but for the life of me, I can't. With so many surrounding options, it's unlikely I'll return here, unless we have our pooch. read more

Came in about 11:30 there were very few people in the restaurant and was told that we would have a 30-45 minute wait to even be seated. 60/70% of the table were empty. The "hostess" was rude and hostile. There is no way that I would ever recommend anyone going here. read more

The service was amazing!! Michael was so awesome!! He really went above and beyond!! He was incredibly attentive and quick to grab us anything we needed. Give him a raise he is carrying this establishment!!! read more

So today the waitress was nice but a little bit pushy..I feel like she was rushing us. Although the food was great along with the drinks. It kind of made up for the pushy-ness..not to mention we didn't get napkins and didn't ask to refill our drinks..i also happen to think the whole Alexs Lemonade stand thing is cute and all and I am all for the cause but I feel there are way too many lemons hanging over my head in a big cluster and they should space them out more and make the strands shorter..over all its pretty quiet here and a nice visit this time.. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Strawberry Long Island & Agave'Rita... - American Near Me - Hanford, California

This place used to be sooo good. Idk what happened. Im in town for the weekend and we decided to have dinner here. 25 min wait which wasn't too bad. We sit down and order our drinks. Then we order our food. 30 mins passes and we are barely getting our appetizers. Then 45 mins after that, our dinner FINALLY shows up. Our waitress said the "systems crashed." When we got our food, my husband's burger was cold and my plate had been microwaved. Meaning that it was probably sitting there for AWHILE. read more

Had lunch at Applebee's in Santa Maria, INSIDE! My asian salad was awesome, as always. My hubby and I had the leftovers for dinner (I always ask for dressing on the side.). He had a burger n fries. Also very good. And a chicken wing appetizer, all for 2 for $22.00!. read more

I had the all you can eat meal and it was amazingggg! The music was a vibe. It was busy and crowded but Connor always checked up on us. Thank you, Connor! read more