What to Order at Applebee's: Burgers, Riblets & Happy Hour Deals

Standing in front of the Applebee's menu and not sure what to order? In this episode, we walk through some of the most popular categories on the menu — burgers, riblets, shrimp entrées, and appetizers — and break down what's genuinely worth your money.

We start with the burger lineup, comparing classic options against newer additions, and talk through what actually sets them apart beyond just the toppings — portion size, value for price, and how they hold up against similar burgers at other casual dining chains. From there, we move into riblets, one of Applebee's most talked-about items, covering portion sizes, flavor, and whether the full or half rack makes more sense depending on how hungry you are.

Shrimp entrées get their own spotlight too — we go over a few different preparations on the menu, how they're priced relative to portion size, and which pairings (sides, sauces, drinks) actually complement them well versus which ones feel like an afterthought. And since appetizers are often where people either overspend or underorder, we spend some time talking about which starters are actually shareable and worth splitting versus which ones are better as a solo order.

Throughout the episode, we also touch on the details that matter beyond taste: nutrition facts and calorie counts for anyone tracking what they eat, and allergen information for listeners managing dietary restrictions. We're not here to just describe what's on the menu — we want to give you enough detail to make an informed choice before you even walk in the door or open the app to order.

A big part of this episode is dedicated to Applebee's Happy Hour and the well-known 2-for-$25 deal. These promotions can be genuinely great value, but they're also easy to misunderstand — what's included, what times they run, and how to combine menu items to get the most out of the deal without accidentally spending more than you planned. We break it down in plain, practical terms so you can walk in with a strategy instead of guessing at the table.

Whether you're a regular who eats at Applebee's often, or you're planning a first visit and want to know what to expect, this episode is meant to feel like the kind of menu advice a well-informed friend would give you before you go — casual, honest, and genuinely useful rather than just reading the menu back to you.

For even more detail than we can fit into a single episode — including full nutrition tables, allergen charts, item-by-item reviews, and constantly updated happy hour and deal information — check out our companion site, AppleMenuHub, . It's the deeper resource behind everything we talk about on the show, built specifically for people who want to know exactly what they're ordering before they order it, whether that's checking calorie counts, comparing prices, or planning around the latest promotions.

New episodes will continue covering more of the menu — including chicken dishes, desserts, drinks, and seasonal or limited-time items — as well as updates whenever Applebee's changes their deals or rolls out something new. If you found this episode useful, subscribe so you don't miss future breakdowns, and feel free to share it with anyone who's ever stood at an Applebee's table unsure what to order.

Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode.