Applebee's Grill + Bar

It's a chain that you like or you don't. I happen to love it. There are 2 Applebee's near Times Square, but I prefer this one. It's on 42nd between 7th & 8th Ave, and it was very calm. No wait, fast service, great food.

Good food. Burger and ribs and sangria. Delivery was fast

I hate NYC but I love a good Applebee's. But this has to be the worst one.<br>Took 15 minutes to take our order. Another 30 to bring out food. It wasn't busy.<br>Upset that happy hour is only at the bar but thats understandable.<br>Never brought the lemon for my water.<br>Burger patty was very uneven leaving the meat cooked unevenly and unseasoned.<br>Just look at my tomato, nothing else needs to be said. Fries were so salty.<br>(A couple just walked out because they've been sitting for a while and never got served. )<br><br>Terrible service, terrible food.<br>Never coming back to this location specifically.<br>- A very sad and upset Husky

Im usually go to Applebee's all around for Happy hr for yeara now, but most of the time in the Bronx. Great location but there rules here is different which make no sense. I was here for Happy hr. and was eating at the bar but when I close my tap. I wanted to take an appetizer and a drink to go from.the happy hr menu and they said I needed to go downstairs to order, which now they want to charge me full price. Like I said before Im not new to Applebee's and I took food to go with me plenty of times in different locations from the bar on Happy hour. I shouldn't never tip because the bartender didn't explain the whole details when I went downstairs to order. Bad business. All Applebee's should have the same rules.

I had an excellent experience at the Applebee’s in Times Square. It is by far the best Applebee’s location I have visited. The food was very good, and the overall environment was welcoming and enjoyable.<br><br>What truly stood out was the exceptional service provided by Mohamed. He was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. His professionalism and positive attitude made a great experience even better. He is truly one of the best servers I have encountered and is a great asset to the team. He absolutely deserves recognition for his outstanding work.<br><br>I will definitely be returning and highly recommend this location.

Alex at Applebee’s gave us an amazing experience. From the moment we were seated, he was respectful, attentive, and professional. We happened to be seated right next to a birthday party with about 30 people, which could have easily made service chaotic, but Alex handled the situation incredibly well.<br><br>Despite being busy, he remembered our entire order perfectly — even my girlfriend’s complicated order — without missing a beat. He checked in with us regularly to make sure everything was good and if we needed anything. On top of that, he gave a great drink recommendation to my friend who doesn’t drink much, which he ended up really enjoying.<br><br>It’s not easy to keep that level of service with such a busy section, but Alex made us feel like we were his priority the whole time. If you come to this location, do yourself a favor and walk in and say, “Can I be seated with Alex?” You won’t regret it. 👏

I had an amazing experience at Applebee’s! The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed, making it a great place to hang out with friends or family. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure everything came out quickly and exactly as ordered. The food was delicious and fresh, with generous portions and great flavor. You can really tell they care about their customers and the overall dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back again soon!

Very disappointing and uncomfortable experience. Shortly after we sat down, the male waiter told us the drinks were “horrible” and watered down and suggested we go to a BBQ restaurant across the street instead. He then loudly asked, “Who is paying the bill?” while we were seated near the check-in desk with staff standing directly in front of us.<br>Within five minutes of us being seated, staff removed the tablet from our table, taking away the option to order or play games, which felt presumptive and inappropriate.<br>No kids menu was provided, and we had to raise our voices to get assistance.<br>We were seated downstairs at the end of a row of booths along the main walkway. Despite other open tables, guests were repeatedly seated directly behind us, making it feel like we were being rushed out. Our food was also carried downstairs past incoming guests on an open serving tray, which did not feel hygienic.<br>The chicken and mozzarella sticks tasted like dish soap and were inedible.<br>Overall, the service felt dismissive and unwelcoming. The waiter was visibly sweating heavily during the interaction, which added to the discomfort. I left feeling uncomfortable and will not return.

From the moment I walked into Applebee’s in New York, the vibes were great. The atmosphere matched the food, making it an all-around solid dining experience.

We stopped in tonight and the food was what you’d expect from Applebee’s — decent, nothing special — but the real reason for this review is our server Muhammad.<br><br>He was outstanding. Attentive without hovering, drinks were always full, checked on us at the right times, and had a great personality. You can tell he actually cares about the guests and takes pride in his job. He completely changed the experience for us.<br><br>Restaurants don’t work without people like him. Applebee’s — take care of this guy. We’ll be back specifically because of Muhammad.

We were a party of 4. The service was a little slow, but the restaurant was crowded, and the food was acceptable. My issue is when the bill was presented, it stated, “suggested gratuity “. However, the gratuity was already added into the total. If you’re going to add the gratuity into the total, remove the word, “suggested “. Thank you!

The food was really good! I stopped by for some appetizers and got the classic ones — the artichoke dip was amazing. The service was okay, nothing special, but no complaints either. The atmosphere felt a bit different from other Applebee’s I’ve been to — a bit darker and not as lively. Overall, it was an okay experience and the food definitely made up for it.

What a surpise. I gave my wife a hard time about going yo americama franchises instead of an all in restaurant, but boy was she on spot.<br><br>The location half a block away from Times Square is perfect, close, but not that clpse, if you know what I mean.<br><br>The ambiance is so chill, TVs showing the MLB playpoffs all around, great modern theme related decor. Very comfortable.<br><br>The food was great. We had the sirloin and the blackened salmon and both were delicious. Same with the sides, perfect (mashed potatos and green beans). My kids chicken fingers and fries were great too, a cant fail.<br><br>The service was top notch. As soon as we walked in everyone was very friendly and welcoming, but I do have to mention Khan who was our server. Khan is a superstar, such a nice down to earth guy. Made our visit even better, thank you!

Applebee’s in Times Square offers casual American fare, including burgers, chicken, and riblets, in a convenient and familiar setting. The restaurant is known for its frequent meal and cocktail deals, making it an appealing choice for budget-conscious diners. Drinks, particularly the margaritas, are well-made and offer excellent value. While the food and atmosphere deliver a consistent but average dining experience, it remains a reliable option for those seeking comfort and familiarity.

The Riblet platter I was served did not meet the expected quality. Although I enjoyed the riblets, which were well-prepared and tasty, the coleslaw had a bitter taste, possibly because the cabbage included too much of the stem. Additionally, the French fries seemed to have been double-fried, judging by their taste and color.<br>Moreover, the male staff serving the tables had an unpleasant odor and appeared shabbily dressed, which detracted from the overall dining experience.<br>I have been a customer of yours since 2005, with my first visit in Rhode Island, and I have grown to love your food so much that I’ve even hosted some officials for dinner at your New York location. I trust that steps will be taken to improve these issues and bring about a positive change.