Applebee’s

Over the years I’ve eaten here dozens of times. I live locally. Generally when I read Unilocal reviews I think it’s unfair for a person to expect perfection from a restaurant and then post negatively when their expectations fall short.
First of all, this is Applebees. It’s not a gourmet New York restaurant or a trendy California café. So if you’re expecting an Applebees type experience you’ll be pleased. They’ve had consistently good food and service. The wait staff is well trained and management is on top of things.
Today I told the server that I drink a lot of tea. She brought me two right away, which I appreciate. (I eat out for lunch nearly daily and this place does better than others at keeping drinks filled).
Speaking of tea, years ago when my wife and I came here every Monday for lunch my wife was on a restricted diet and couldn’t have caffeine. But she loved tea. When the manager learned of this he acquired decaf tea just to have on hand for my wife. That manager is still here and just as considerate as before. You don’t get that type of consideration everywhere.

I brought my blind friend here for lunch and they didn’t have any menus in Braille. I figured by them being a chain restaurant, they would have these available. I guess the ADA doesn’t apply to them?

Late night half off appetizers! We were looking for a spot to grab some snacks and drinks Saturday night, and this worked out great. Very friendly servers!