The restaurant was clean and lively, we were seated quickly, and there was plenty of energy without it feeling overwhelmingly loud. There happened to be an entire soccer team eating nearby, so maybe not the night for a romantic candlelit conversation, but it was still comfortable. We tried the Prickly Plunge Margarita and Backflippin' Blue Margarita, both only $10. Honestly, these were probably the highlight. They were poured strong, tasted great, and were an excellent value for how big they actually were. I'd happily order both again. Our server, Kevin, was also fantastic. Upbeat, positive, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. He added a lot to the experience and deserves recognition for the service. For food, we went with an appetizer trio of Garlic Parmesan Boneless Wings, Onion Rings, and Wonton Tacos. Nothing was bad, but it was a little hit or miss. The wings were fairly dry and could have used much more sauce, while the tacos were mostly cabbage and lacked some of the flavor I was hoping for. The onion rings, however, were excellent! They were crispy, flavorful, and exactly what onion rings should be. Overall, good drinks, excellent service, reasonable prices, and a fun atmosphere. The food could use a little more consistency, but Kevin and those $10 margaritas definitely helped. read more

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On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, around 9:30 p.m., my two friends and I went to Applebee's to celebrate a birthday. When we walked in, there were several parties seated throughout the restaurant, including booths along both window sections. We politely asked for a window booth on the left side, where only one other party was seated. The hostess told us she couldn't seat us there. We then asked for a window booth on the right side, where there were also several parties already seated, and she told us that entire section was closed. That explanation made no sense to us because people were already dining in both areas. There was no effort to accommodate our simple request or offer a reasonable explanation. We felt dismissed, mistreated, and left wondering if we were being treated differently because of our race. Instead of staying, we took our business elsewhere. We were very disappointed with how we were treated, especially on what was supposed to be a birthday celebration. We will not be returning to this Applebee's. read more

My local hang out! Good happy hour Great bartenders! Amazing Management! Playing the padre games. Football games too when it's season time. Food is good too with happy hour prices it's makes a great time. Very family friendly environment read more

Stopped in recently because I wanted the all you can eat that I saw on television. The special was over! So I ended up with the 3 for $15.99 and got the shrimp, ribs and onion rings. I couldn't eat it all was a good amount of food. Everything tasted good. Service was really good. They are working hard to bring the business back. Restaurant is super clean and the parking lot is too. It was a really good experience and again the service was fantastic. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Fish n Chips - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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We visited this location recently and were very happy with our experience. The food was tasty, the portions were good, and the prices were very reasonable. The service was also great, friendly, attentive, and quick. Our server made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Overall, it was a very pleasant visit and we would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for good food, good prices, and great service. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8CBdfkX/ read more

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Love stopping by for happy hour! The half-off appetizers and drinks are a great deal. Great location and decent service. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Chicken Wonton Tacos - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Sat at a high top table in the bar area so our server was also the bartender. Our table of four all ordered a cocktail as well as a two for $25 special. Our server was hustling, managing many tables. Was friendly and attentive. Drinks and food came out quickly. Two of us ordered the salads - they are very large portions and tasted fresh. Other entrees were a burger and a sirloin steak - burger was huge and super good. We'd pass on the sirloin next time. All and all we received great service and were pleasantly surprised by the quality and value of the food. Lots of options on the menu beyond the specials. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Valentine drink special - American Near Me - San Diego, California

We've been regular patrons of this Applebee's for years because the food is usually very good, but the carside to-go service continues to be a major letdown. Today's lunch pickup was another frustrating example. I arrived at the designated carside spot just a few minutes after the scheduled pickup time and waited more than 15 minutes, with no one coming out to check on the order or even acknowledge that I was there. I finally gave up, walked inside, and only then did I run into the manager, who brought the order out. He was somewhat apologetic and said he would remind the staff to monitor carside pickups. The problem is this was not a one-time miss. The same thing has happened on our last 3 to 4 carside orders. At that point, it stops being a mistake and starts looking like a broken process. I even suggested they add a simple check-in option in the app so staff are alerted when a guest arrives, which is something many other restaurants already do. If the restaurant cannot keep up with carside service, then it should remove that option from the app instead of offering a convenience it does not reliably provide. Customers choose carside because they expect a smooth pickup, not because they want to sit in the parking lot wondering whether their order has been forgotten again. Good food can only carry a place so far when the service keeps falling short. If you can't support carside pickup properly, stop offering it. Don't advertise convenience and then leave paying customers waiting in the parking lot with no communication. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Takeout order - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Got the 2 for $25 deal for pickup. Everything was fine except for the extra sauce i got charged for that wasn't in my bag. Yeah, I'm going to be petty about it... read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - buffalo Classic Bone-In Wings Chicken Parmesan Fettuccine Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger - American Near Me - San Diego, California

When you get home from a late night flight there are only so many options to pick from for dinner so we decided to go to Applebee's since we knew they had a late night happy hour deal for food and drinks. This spot late night definitely has its regulars and locals which I do enjoy it makes it feel more homey for a chain restaurant. They have a new bottomless chicken tenders meal you can get which is crazy but great for those that are really hungry! I went with the standard chicken tenders and fries meal and my fiancé decided to go with the appetizer sampler to try multiple things. We both enjoyed our food and even had leftovers. Overall it is a good late night spot and late night happy hour goes from 9pm - midnight! read more

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Idc what people say, i love applebees! They have phenomenal deals! I always go for their happy hours stuff, but right now they have the ayce riblets, shrimp, chicken fingers and fries for 16$! They also always have their burger deal. 10$ for a nice thick burger with fries and drink. These deals are awesome. This location is where that in n out is and the big hmart. I love going to this plaza bc my favorite yin tang is here. There are many food places here. There's plenty of parking for this applebees. The servers are friendly here and it's very laid back. The managers are really nice too. This one is laid out like every other applebees. Feels kinda old folks restaurant, but its so good and affordable! read more

I love coming to Applebees, they have a very family-friendly atmosphere & comfort foods. Grabbed lunch with my mom, we got the 2 for $33 deal. I got the chicken shrimp & she got the 8 oz steak. Food was great as always! Service was excellent, and staff was very welcoming. Initially I came here for their drink special as they used to be $6 for 18oz Cuervo Margs & still listed as such online. However, I dined-in yesterday and was charged $9 each. Still pretty good deal for SD, but a bit misleading from online prices. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Had the opportunity to eat at this location customer service was excellent. The food was excellent. The vibe was great. Dionne Allen was our server. He provided excellent customer service along with his manager that they went above and beyond. I highly recommend this place. read more

Food was so good, we did happy hour apps! Amazing deal and super delicious. SUPERB service from Anne. She was so sweet, accommodating, and funny. Made our experience so wonderful. Definitely will be coming back! read more

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I waited weeks to leave this review. I wanted to give management a chance to respond to my awful experience.. I received a general faceless universal response. They truly do not care about your dining experience. If you love their food as we do... Order takeout read more

Applebee's has the best drinks and especially for happy hour, they have a great selection! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - The Tipsy Reindeer drink was delicious! - American Near Me - San Diego, California

We just came back from the airport it was late. This town is really small everything closes up early, so that's how we ended up at Applebee's. My mom and I both had the specials (10.00) of the day she had a burger I had chicken sandwich. My husband had the riblets we all enjoyed our food and topped it off with the pecan Blondie. The service was good the atmosphere was typical of Applebee's loud and noisey. Reasonable prices on the menu. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Pecan Blondie - American Near Me - San Diego, California

I will admit defeat as a self-proclaimed "foodie" and acknowledge that I was snotty towards chain restaurants such as Applebee's. That being said, my experiences at this location have turned me into a Applebee's supporter lmao. Prices: The low prices are undeniably the best part of Applebee's. Their current happy hour (3p-6p & 9p-12a) is unmatched - half off select drinks and apps. I was shocked when my bill of $23 came for three margs and two apps (loaded waffle fries and artichoke dip with chips). I thought "50%" happy hours no longer existed. The entirety of the menu is just as affordable. Where else can you get a $9.99 good burger (classic or chicken), fries, and a drink? The quality easily trumps drive-thru prices. I really cannot see an argument for getting food from here instead of your favorite drive thru - they have it all at way better prices and better quality. Food: There is nothing "wow," but the food is undeniably American in its presentation and taste. This place gets a solid A for food if you come in with simple expectations. I recommend their classic appetizer plate that comes with mozzarella sticks, boneless wings, and artichoke dip. Their burgers also scratch the burger craving when it hits and you do not want to break the bank. Service: Gabi has been my server every time, and she is easily one the best servers I have been helped by in a long time. She easily remembers my orders, radiates kindness, comes across as personable, and is a huge reason I see myself becoming a regular here. Ambiance & Random: The parking lot is hell lol, but that cannot be helped. They do have a table or two with an outlet which has been super helpful for days I want to grab a bite to eat and be a bit productive. This location is clean and not too packed which is great. Bottom line: I have become an Applebee's stan! I give this place a 4.5 rounded up to a 5. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great food, server was outstanding, manager was very nice, kitchen was slow. Would recommend, the restroom and dining area were very clean :) read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - You know the food is good when all the plates are empty! - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Gabi at the bar was great! Very attentive & great customer service! My husband and I just ordered two side salads. It came out very quick and it was delicious! The beer was cold and crisp! read more

I can tell the staff work hard and care about their service. The food is good and the atmosphere is great!

I'm amazed how great the food and service is at this Applebees! Chicken was nice and crispy and the meat tender, spinach & artichoke dip was yummy, and the four cheese mac n cheese was nice and creamy. I had their perfect strawberry margarita and it was absolutely delicious. Our server was so sweet and attentive. And the ambiance was a bit rowdy for football and happy hour but I definitely didn't mind it. Definitely left satisfied! read more

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Aight bro if you like the food whatever man you do you. There are some good deals which make it justifiable but yeesh ain't no way this is anyone food of choice. It's passable. Compared to other restaurants in this lane it's solid. Chiles is doodoo. NOW FOR THE SPICY PART. DOLLARITAS ARE BACK BABY. 3 RITAS FOR 3 DOLLARS IS WHERE ITS AT. I was lowk adequately sauced after 2 and shiiii even the food was good after this. Pretend this place says Applebees bar + ___. 3 stars. 5 star dollarita. read more

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Food was good. The service is horrible. Will not be going back nor recommending it to anyone

After a long and tiring day, my friends and I ended our day off here with some drinks and appetizers. I haven't been here for years, but it was nice and convenient we came during their Happy Hour. I ordered their buffalo and garlic parmesan boneless wings. They were great, just a bit oily on the bottom of the plate! Their mozzarella sticks were decent and had that cheesy crunch to them. Our waitress was friendly and attentive; she checked up on us frequently and kept filling our waters. She also sold us on their St. Patricks Day Emerald Margarita. She also said there was more alcohol compared to other drinks, but that was false; it was pretty sweet instead. It came in a shaker/mixer cup, and we poured that into our marg glasses. An excellent late-night experience and a fun place to go with a group of people! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - American Near Me - San Diego, California

The limited time "2 for $25" is the best value ever, will not last long. Costing us only $33 including tips, we each had a garden salad, a 6oz sirloin with garlic sauce, and two sides. What else can you ask for with this price? read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - 2 for $25 6 oz. Garlic Sirloin Skillet* - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Luis was our superb waiter. No dark beers so went with old Michelob Ultra. Went for two for 28. Everything came out in a timely manner and was good. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Fun drinks - American Near Me - San Diego, California

Been a regular at this location for years. We remember all the great servers over the years. Maria and Heidi are some of the best. Never too crowded either. The food is always fast. I was disappointed when they took away the fajitas though. Also they can maybe get a little more consistent with house cocktails. I had a bloody mary once from here that was amazing. The next time i ordered one it tasted like V8. But besides that everything is great. read more

Love the food and atmosphere here. It's always a positive experience and our server was great too.

So first things first, I'm an Applebee's girly. I really enjoy their boneless wings, pretzel bread sticks, and the mucho margaritas. I also really wish they would bring back the pair of Jack's cocktail. I'm not even 100% sure if this place really deserves two stars, or if that's harsh. The reason why it's getting such a low score for me is because I have absolutely no interest in returning to this location. The service at the host stand was okay, she really seems like overwhelmed or just not interested in doing her job that day, which... We've all been there. The bartender was fast, we sat at the bar, but she wasn't very good. Twice I was given cups that had chips in the glass, which is a major no-no. Also, she kept forgetting to check in on us and a 1.5 hour trip ended up being a 3.5 hour dinner. By the time the food got to us, it was cold, which I'm assuming was because it was forgotten about. Also the lighting over the bar was absolutely fluorescent and super bright white. This is not something that would necessarily make me take a star away, but it was just the worst kind of vibe. Two stars because I hated my experience and I don't ever want to go back to this location. It wasn't really dirty, it wasn't really terrible service, but it wasn't really good either. read more

Feasted here for all you can eat (ayce) riblets, fried shrimp, and boneless chicken wings. What a deal for $14.99, and I haven't been this stuffed since Thanksgiving! Riblets: tender, meaty, and the honey bbq sauce kept it interesting... 7.5/10. Fried shrimp: crispy southern style batter with the tender shrimp...7.5/10. The cocktail sauce was good, but the shrimps were fine on their own and even better with one of the boneless wings sauce on the side. Boneless chicken wings: chicken was juicy, and the extra hot buffalo sauce was good; as it had a kick, but it wasn't spicy for me. The vinegar flavor was pronounced but was expected, 7/10. Now, the garlic parmesan sauce was a hit and is a must-get, 8/10! Service was efficient and speedy. Each time the server provided our food orders, she would ask if we wanted to place an order for the next round. Much appreciated! read more

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Went here on Easter and this was by far the BEST service I have had anywhere in years ! Food was quick and hot ! Everything was correct . Didn't have to wait for refills . Always someone checking on us . Ambiance was inviting ! I would definitely go back ! Highly recommend! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Beer cheese pretzels - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Very deceiving from what is featured on their online menu pictures. We ordered 2 all you can eat specials and the portions were so small. The appetizer, fried pickles are pictured as pickle spears yet were barely slices and a lot of fried crumbs. I hadn't eaten there in several years and I recalled huge skillets of food delivered for appetizers, now just small plates. The Riblets were also very small portions, which was a bummer as the McRib has more than we were served on an all you can eat special. Our waiter was new & seemed unfamiliar with the menu. Though polite, he lacked knowledge and kept offering to ask which made it hard to order with confidence when placing my order. I felt especially bad as this was a going away dinner for our friend who was moving to the Bay area and our last opportunity to treat her to a nice dinner. Maybe I just ordered the less popular items, I just feel that it used to be a great value & the food used to be endless portions, not anymore. The last straw was when our friend had some riblets left on her plate and asked for a to go box. The waiter said he wasn't supposed to offer to go boxes yet did, thank goodness. I suppose their policy is to be consumed while dining, which I get, though again, he did make an exception. The online pictures seem to offer a wide selection, which looks very appetizing, yet I felt our dinner choices weren't quite as I hoped. Hence 3 stars. read more

The service was typical American menu. I love their sweet BBQ sauce for the wings. The riblets were tender. The restaurant was not busy on a weekday, the staff was welcoming. The restaurant was clean. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - riblets - American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Was there on Sunday afternoon Sunday at the bar no service and about 10 unwashed glasses sitting there walked out and spent my money somewhere else read more

I mean it's Applebees. Very good service and affordable food and drinks. I do think the bartenders could be a little better at making sure that their regulars at the bar aren't having weird conversations that make other people in the restaurant uncomfortable. read more

Haven't been to an Applebee's for years. Came here for a quick dinner and it's the same as it's the same as it's always been! Our waiter was nice and he was attentive We ordered a variety of food: burger, chicken quesadilla, chicken tenders & pasta, riblets. Everything was good, standard Applebee's fare. read more

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Loveeee Applebee's for their cheap yummy drinks and quick snacking! These were all from different occasions, but We always go pretty late around 9pm so we get seated fairly quickly. Except one time on friday night it was about an hour wait. We first came for their dollaritas which were quite delicious and for a dollar I was pretty tipsy after a few hehe But then I got tired of them so decided to try out the Spooky Sips! Our server Evan recommended the Dracula Juice and it was pretty good and very sweet! We came back few days later and that time I tried the Tipsy Zombie and I have to say I liked that one better and it comes with a cute little brain gummy! For food I tried the Four Mac n Cheese with the Honey Pepper Chicken tenders and oh my god this was so delicious. I usually get the Alfredo but the mac n cheese has to be my new favorite pasta here. It was cheesy creamy but what really made the meal amazing was the chicken tenders. We got the appetizer platter another time and this was pretty disappointing except for the spinach artichoke dip. We didn't finish anything else except the mozz sticks and took home the spinach artichoke dip. The rest was kind of plain so we weren't a fan. Probably wouldn't order that again, but would definitely order the dip again! read more

We had the strawberry salad and the sirloin dishes, they were good portions and delicious! The mucho sangrias were also a good amount and yummy, especially the white peach :) The ambience was great, truly a supportive neighborhood restaurant. Halie was great, knowledgeable about the menu, professional and friendly. We would love to go back! read more

The male Hispanic waiter was extremely rude from the moment we entered. Do not recommend read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - The rude waiter is on the left - American Near Me - San Diego, California