How many Applebees locations are there?

Bill and TJ Palmer opened the restaurant that would later become Applebee’s. We’ve grown up a lot since then, with almost 2,000 locations in the U.S. and around the world. Here you will always be welcome – for delicious food, in a neighborhood setting, with attentive service, at a great value.

Who owns Applebee’s restaurant chain?

Dine Brands Global Inc.
Dine Brands Global Inc. is a publicly traded food and beverage company based in Glendale, California. Founded in 1958 as IHOP, it operates franchised and corporate owned full-service restaurants including two restaurant concepts, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar and International House of Pancakes (IHOP).

How many Applebee’s are in Washington state?

Apple American Group began in 1999 with just 8 Applebee’s locations in Washington State. In the last 19 years, we’ve expanded to 442 restaurants in 26 states, serving communities across the United States. In the process, we’ve built something unique and reshaped how the industry thinks about franchisees.

Is Chilis and Applebees owned by the same company?

Out of this environment emerged three American casual dining giants: TGI Fridays ($PRIVATE:TGIFRIDAYS), owned by private investment firm Sentinel Capital Partners, Chili’s ($EAT), owned by Brinker International, and Applebee’s ($DIN), owned by Dine Brands Global.

Where was the original Applebees?

Decatur, GAApplebee’s International, Inc. / Place founded

What did Applebee’s used to be called?

The original Applebee’s, which was named T.J. Applebee’s Rx for Edibles & Elixirs, opened in Atlanta in 1980. The founders of the original restaurant, including Bill and T.J. Palmer, wanted to name the restaurant Appleby’s, but that spelling had already been registered.

Where did Applebees get their name?

The founders picked the name out of a phone book Founders Bill and T.J. Palmer looked for inspiration in a phone book and fell in love with the name “Appleby.” After finding there was already a copyright on the name, they changed it to “Applebee’s.”

How long has Applebee’s been in business?

Since 1980, we’ve been bringing great food and big smiles to neighborhoods all over the world. Our casual atmosphere and attentive staff will make sure you’re eatin’ good whenever you step into an Applebee’s. Our extensive menu of delicious comfort food is sure to have something for everyone to love.

Does Applebee’s serve alcohol?

Dine-in only, except where carry-out alcohol is permitted by law. Participation may vary. While supplies last. Applebees.com | ©2021 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC

Is Applebee’s a trademark of PepsiCo?

Applebees.com | ©2021 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC | MTN DEW, the MTN DEW Logo and MTN DEW DARK BERRY BASH are trademarks of PepsiCo, Inc. Limited Time Only. ©2021 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC.

How old do you have to be to eat at Applebee’s?

©2021 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC. Must be 21+. Void where prohibited. Tax & gratuity excluded. Dine-in only, except where carry-out alcohol is permitted by law. Participation may vary.