Applebees is right now at a sweet spot for value. And the food actually tastes pretty decent. My wife and I shared an ultimate trio deal for $20 and bought a couple $5 drinks during happy hour. You really can't beat that. Service at this location is typical for a diner. Not sure if they were understaffed when we visited but we waited a good 10 minutes in a half empty restaurant to be seated. And watched the table seated after us get served their meals first. That being said, we didn't wait long for our order, but long enough to notice. The wait staff were nice, the drinks came out pretty quickly, and the ambiance isn't that different from any other American restaurant. But in summary, don't sleep on the value of Applebees. You can get a better value meal here than at a fast food place and with more options. But as with any dining establishment, sometimes you can get the short straw in service or wait times. read more

Food: 4. Value: 5+. Ordered online and took advantage of their $9.99 REALLY BIG Meal Deal. I chose their Big Classic Bacon Cheeseburger with extra tomato and lettuce for the burger/sandwich option. I arrived and was warmly welcomed. My food was ready timely and was at the proper temperature. Burger was very big and came with plenty of fries and a large drink. Extra tomato and lettuce were present as requested. This is a GREAT deal and much better than most fast food burger joints. read more

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The 2 stars are not for Roxie she did an excellent job a gets 5+ stars. I went to use restroom and when I walked in saw a wet floor sign. Only liquid I could see was lake urine in front of the urinal. You could see tracks headed out to the bar and dining area, wet stains on floor. Not good, maybe clean the rest rooms more often. Did not see the manager except he came out said hi to 2 bar patrons and sent back out of sight. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Lake Utine - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

I called in an order to pick up. Arrived at the time they indicated and waited 15 min standing at the bar and received no acknowledgement. Finally asked the bartender and he just said someone would come. He finally went to check and brought out the order. The chicken was cold and gross and the salad containers were about 1/3 full and the lettuce was wilted and terrible. A waste of money. No wonder they are closing so many stores. read more

Went on 5/24/2026 at about 6:30pm with a party of 7 and first clue to not dine there was no one was waiting to be seated. The waitress tried to seat us at a booth that the last patrons obviously had a food fight before leaving. We had to ask that it be cleaned first. Food littered the table, seats and the floor. That was our second clue. Once "cleaned" we were again seated, however, the table and seats were very wet. Clue three, someone here has a bad attitude, menus left in a pile as were the eating utensils. Clue four, my wife tried to apologize for being difficult (we weren't) and the server said he was used to difficult people because this was a part time job and his primary job was at a behavioral center. Wait, what? Was he saying we were the problem? He brought the appetizer plates and took the order for that. Clue five, while we waited the plates were distributed. 8 plates and each one were filthy with food, top and bottom. I had to use the black box to summon the server back. He wasn't happy. Too bad! I wasn't either! We should have left right then. When the appetizers were brought, the boneless chicken wings were cold! Looking around, all the servers were suddenly cleaning. Not well either. Even the window next to us was top to bottom covered in greasy hand prints inside and dirt outside and no sun shade available. I can't comment on the restroom because I didn't use it. The food was standard Applebee's. The desert, when did Applebee's stop bring the little cup of topping for the blondie desert? The server added it in the back so by the time we got it, it was already melting the ice cream. Not a pleasant experience, and one we will never have again! Avoid this location. Quality, service, cleanliness and customer care are not their priority. read more

Win some lose some. Hadn't been there in a while and probably will be another while till the next visit. Lost this one. Food was OK but the service was not the greatest. read more

We went in for drinks and appetizers this afternoon. My friend and I each ordered a margarita, which came in a tall metal cups, along with an iced glass. The service and presentation were great. However, considering their size and price, the drinks were definitely lacking. I don't know if there was a drop of tequila in them. Neither of us noticed a thing after finishing our drinks. Very disappointing. We felt taken advantage of. Next time, we will make real cocktails at home and save our money. Shame on Applebee's for taking advantage of their customers. read more

Arrived at 5pm and was told the wait-staff wouldn't arrive until 5:30. This happened another time and the staff didn't arrive until 6 pm. Isn't this restaurant open all day? Why is there no staff at 5? Our waiter did a great job serving the 10 of us but we didn't like the fact that we had to wait in an almost empty restaurant to be served. read more

Stopped in for lunch. And ordered the $9.99 Bacon burger with fries Value Lunch. Burger was freshly cooked and ( not a frozen patty) Lunch comes wirh a Drink! So will be back again! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Bacon Burger and Fries - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Sam, our server was very friendly and checked back with us several times. We ordered the fries, popcorn crawfish, clams, shrimp and crab. Food comes quickly and is very good. This was our 4th visit. Don't come dressed up...it's a messy meal. Very reasonable prices for a seafood boil. read more

Server was nice but they were out of everything . Waited an extra 20 min on my sisters food because they didn't have it. It's one thing if we were told when we ordered or a few minutes out . When all the food came out we had to wait an extra. 25 minutes for a substitute. Chilis is for the win worth the extra drive and you'll get a better service and quality read more

I have been too Applebees many times as it's my go to for a great, fantastic meal. The waitstaff is always great. The smile is a permanent on their faces. I like the place. What else can I say read more

Flat soda, rude host, same commercials on a loop advertising on the flat screens. Not a good time . You are better off going across the street to McDonald or Carl's Jr. read more

Ordered car side today and the manager (I believe) brought my order out and he was amazing! I had an odd request and he went above and beyond coming out and making sure it was made correctly. Thanks so much! read more

Met a friend for dinner tonight. Did the two for $33.00. Artichoke and spinach dip was yummy along with bourbon street chicken and shrimp which was tasty. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. Thumbs up! read more

Came here for lunch with the family on a Saturday afternoon. We sat in Curtis's area. He is such a GREAT waiter. Remembers your order w/o having to write it down. Super super nice and friendly. Food was very delicious and still very hot when delivered to our table. Noise level wasn't too high with all the TV they have on. If you come to this Applebee's ask for Curtis area. Best service ever!!! read more

This is a great Applebees. Love the service and the food every time. Great location right off the freeway.

From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. We were told it would be a 10 minute break, but this spunky, kind young waitress, Kaylene, seated us within minutes at one of her tables. She was just wonderful! We really appreciated her attentiveness and efficiency with our questions and requests. Between the four of us, we ordered from the "order 2 items" plus 1 appetizer OR 2 side salads menu, and all of the 4 entrees were great! -Whiskey burger -6 oz sirloin steak -4 cheese mac-n-cheese w/ honey pepper chicken tenders -Bourbon Street chicken and shrimp Appetizers: mozzarella sticks, spinach artichoke dip Plus an extra appetizer: pub pretzel Of course, we finished by sharing one delicious triple chocolate meltdown. We left happy and full. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - 2 for $20, etc. - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Not sure why they give a pickup time if they aren't even close to to being able to deliver on the basic expectation that they set by telling you a pickup time. Going on 25 minutes and after 2 calls still waiting. Order came out and missing items...thank god we looked or I would be pissed if I got home and saw this. Jacob who picked up the phone was polite and he gave them 1*. Food was meh at best but it is what it is... read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Pickup signage. Better off going in and not waiting... - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

This is the closest one to us almost 45 minutes away since they closed all my local ones. Only did it because of freebies on the app and had to come to the area for some errands. Came in about 15 minutes after opening and the greeting was dismal and lacked feeling. Ordered on the app for takeout. Food came out before expected time and was hot and fresh. Sitting at the bar the floor was sticky and they just opened? I got more greetings and warm feelings as I was leaving instead of when I arrived. As I waited for my food about 10 minutes I saw them sit a party at a table and get ignored while several of the girls chatted and put on makeup. Good food bad attention to service and the surroundings. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Wings, Cinnabon rolls, quesadilla burger, tortilla soup, Mac and cheese with tenders - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Alright I'll be completely honest, I try my best not to eat take out or fast food anymore. On occasion I'll want something but I'm feeling a smidge lazy. I don't wanna take the time effort and thought that it takes to prep & make a full on dinner. So this is one of my go to restaurants. I appreciate that they have curbside pickup, so I can grab on the way home or just go in my PJs if I wanted. The menu is simple enough they have some comfort staple dishes and some other exciting dishes that honestly I've not tried but they sound good. read more

FIVE STARS because the waitress was so wonderful as was the gentleman who seated us. Both staff were very friendly; the waitress, a really pretty lady with a flower in her hair, was so attentive, kind, and had such positive energy. She was probably the best waitress I've ever had. Also, I really enjoyed my bacon cheeseburger and fries. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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Ordered the new "Really Big Meal Deal" (which consists of the sandwich, fries and soda--basically what every fast food restaurant's meals include, nothing special). Ordered the Bacon Ranch Crispy Chicken sandwich--the chicken literally looked like a COMPLETELY different chicken patty than the commercials/promos (I'll include a picture of my food and a picture of what Applebees claims the chicken sandwich looks like)--The batter is literally a whole different kind of batter--that is so ridiculous to me. I didn't take a picture of the inside, which I should have but I'll just say there was probably 1/2 of a teaspoon of ranch on the bun...yes 1/2 of a teaspoon NOT a tablespoon. Sooo ridiculous. Another RIDICULOUS thing...the bacon wasn't even inside the sandwich...it was thrown OUTSIDE of it. Applebees has gone down hill so much, now I remember why I don't go there anymore!! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - What it's SUPPOSED to look like (COMPLETELY different batter from the ridiculous previously frozen chicken patty that I received) - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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So, here's my thoughts. It was absolutely TERRIBLE! I had the WORST experience. I went there with my mother and my grandmother to take my grandmother out for a birthday dinner. A host seated us when we got inside, then we waited for about 10 to 15 minutes without being given any water or asking us if we would like any drinks. The place wasn't very busy at all. There was only like five tables being occupied throughout the entire restaurant. The waitress/bartender, whatever she was, she looked across the room, literally ask two women if everything was ok, as I had my hand up to wave at the waitress/bartender and got no responseor acknowledgement. We were completely ignored. My mother and grandmother and I were completely drawn back by the neglected. It was absurdly the worst service I've had. We aren't going there again. It was very discouraging and discomforting. I hope nobody else feels that sort of treatment when they go there. Hopefully the staff will be better to attending customers. Or maybe losing customers. read more

I'm from Central Valley. They have a good service. My food is an excellent and great menu. They have a kiosk that use for split checks. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Everything is bad Food is mid asf Service is Ight Random crackhead in restaurant says "AYe" Ngl I wasted 13$ for the unlimited wings read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

I keep giving them a try and they disappoint me every time. Ordered on line went and picked up my order. Got back to the office ready to have a nice cup of chicken tortilla soup and this is what I got. A half of a cup of soup. I took a picture as soon as I opened it. It almost looks like someone else enjoyed a little of it before giving it to me. My coworker loves Applebees and she got the oriental chicken salad. She said it wasn't that good and she always orders that when she goes. Applebees won't be seeing me at all unless someone wants to meet there. My order will be water please and I don't think they can mess that up or can they. As for ambiance it's always too cold for me. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Chicken Tortilla Soup - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

Haven't been to Applebee's in Santa Maria since the manager, John, left several months ago. Not sure what's happened since his departure but this most recent visit was disappointing. It was a Wednesday evening. Felicia was our waitress. The appetizer took almost 30mins to show up, and then the main course arrived about 5mins after the appetizer. There really didn't seem to be much thought by the kitchen as to how to balance the delivery of the food items. The medium-requested sirloin was well done, and charred in some parts. The chicken Alfredo with broccoli was amazing, as were the ribs. Our waitress Felicia gives this review an additional star because she visited us regularly despite having 6+ tables to attend to (one had 8 people), and made sure our cups were always filled. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Chicken Alfredo with broccoli - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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My family and I went to dinner tonight and it was my idea to go to Applebees. Long story short we get there and was seated and our waitress named Alexis was NOT having it. No smile, nothing. I was to the point where I even asked her if she was having a good night. Not one time did she ask us how everything was or if we needed anything. Alexis did refill our drinks one time and after that I had to ask her. I understand everyone have bad days but this was horrible service to the point I felt like I was bothering her. It's a shame here I spent almost $80 to have crappy service. read more

The Hostess at the front door did not even say hi or welcome. Just looked at us so we said 2. It went downhill from there. Waiter tried to be good but he was overwhelmed, food not as good as it once was. I'd put Helena to work in the back where no one could see her. read more

I can't remember the last time I was in here but I think it was after band practice, maybe 8 years ago? I use to come in here mainly for the baby back ribs. But I always remembered that the food was always good. So today we decided to come here because we have a gift card from applebee's that we had for 2 years. It was early in the afternoon and there wasn't too many people and usually it's packed but as we came in the front we weren't greeted by anyone, I was hoping to see a sign that said "wait to be seated" but I felt kind of awkward just waiting and wondering if we should go seat ourselves. Finally someone came by and said someone would come by to seat us. The associate approached us and wasn't very talkative especially when we asked for a booth and told us to wait so that they could wipe down the table. Another associate came by to seat us and again not a very good start, we got seated, then was asked what to drink, then I asked do you have Dr Pepper and it seemed like if it was a crazy question and she said no, then I asked do you have coke, she simply said "no, Pepsi" I saw that maybe I was sounding rude to her so my wife showed me the menu, and I saw Brisk and instead of asking, I showed brisk Brisk and asked what flavor is available, she said raspberry, I said cool. But it got better when I ordered wonton chicken tacos and she seemed a little more pleasant. Okay we both ordered Quesadilla burgers and fries. The wonton chicken tacos were excellent, it was a great idea of a combination, just pure delicious. The Quesadilla burgers were okay, I should of just ordered a burger but it was good. The fries were excellent, and they stayed crisp to the end. Only thing I can say is work on customer service. Now I know I have a purpose to come more often... Wonton chicken tacos! read more

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Pretty good food for the price . We ordered 2 for $25 . And the food was tasty . They were fast and they got the order right .

I have never had this bad of an experience at a restaurant. When we first walked in, there was one table filled and nobody but the bartender present. She was extremely rude. Waited for the hostess, the hostess wasn't rude but didn't seem like she wanted to be there at all. Our waitress was great, super nice and accommodating. I ordered the steak and shrimp with loaded mashed potatoes and broccoli. I ordered medium rare and had to send the steak back because it was well done. When it came out the second time, it was even more well done, so i didn't bother to send it back. The broccoli was very dull and not seasoned, and the mashed potatoes were cold. The shrimp was okay but left a horrible taste in my mouth and i felt nauseous after eating them. My husband got the salmon and shrimp and his salmon was extremely fishy and once he got to the middle it looked like it had gone bad. He spit it out after the first bite. His meal was also cold. The only person that enjoyed their meal was my son who ordered the cheese pizza and applesauce we were super disappointed. And we spent over $100 for a terrible meal we didn't even eat. read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - This was after i already sent the steak back the first time. - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

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Hmm 3 stars? It was pretty darn good to us! We were going to get the build your meal deal, but we really wanted a burger... so thatswhat we had. They also had a special in hot wings .., boneless hot wings . The burger was awesome big, tasty w that tasty crispy layer on the patty, you know the one I'm referring too? The place was filling up pretty quickly too, I think we were followed! Our waitress Jaime from Texas was so great! Y'all know what I mean... she checked on us several times, very friendly and helpful. We will be back! Happy to be at Applebees read more

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I'm not always big on chain restaurants, but actually had a great experience here this past weekend. I remember when this location was built almost 30 years ago. I must have been 5 or 6 at the time. I recall excitedly coming here with my family and dining at one of their elevated, window-side booths. I was able to relive my nostalgia this past weekend. I was in an odd predicament where I had misplaced my wallet. My only payment option was Apple Pay. Wanted a sit-down experience but the majority of Santa Maria's localized restaurants didn't seem to accept this as a form of payment (I checked). Lucky for me, Applebee's did. I wish I could recall our waiter's name because he was awesome. He was very peppy and continually checked on us. He also refilled my water cup a few times without me needing to ask, which I always appreciate. I ordered the Spinach + Artichoke Dip (with chips) along with the Fiesta Lime Chicken. Both items came out relatively quickly and were excellent. Again, chain restaurant, so my expectations were low. However, both items wholly exceeded these expectations of mine. I would come back here and order them again! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - Fiesta Lime Chicken - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

We sat at our table for 30 minutes and not one server acknowledged our presence! Spoke with manager, he gave no shits!

I got diarrhea so bad, I saw chunks of potato and blood and weird purple and green stuff in it, it smelled like a mix of rotten carrots, eggs and durian (for some reason) anyways Proceeded with caution AND UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES DO NOT EAT THE BATTERY ACID read more

BEST APPLEBEE'S EXPERIENCE I HAVE EVER HAD!! I visited this location Sunday March 28, 2021. The food we received was right on point! it was so good I ate it on my way home with no silverware just barehands MUST VISIT IF YOU LOVE APPLEBEES! read more

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Since ordering online with Applebees, , I've had issues with getting skimped in order ingredients,( which I have called them on at least three times in the past) I decided to call the restaurant to order this time. Yvette took my phone order. She try does her best to please the customer, and is one of the best attributes of Applebees! If this review were primarily about her, it would be five stars!. This review is regarding the Chefs, food preparation, and plating( kitchen ) staff. This time when I mentioned to Yvette, who took my order, that I did not order online for concern of being "skimped" again, especially with the broccoli in my favorite dish I ordered,( Broccoli Chicken Alfredo Pasta) she suggested ordering extra broccoli, which brought dish to it's perfect balance of ingredients. This time, with regret, I did not customize with the Parmesan Cream Sauce I usually do. The dish was not "dry", however, since I tend to like more sauce, I would have liked a little more sauce. I also ordered the Triple Chocolate Melt Down Cake with EXTRA chocolate fudge. Now, with these photos, can you see EXTRA chocolate fudge?? Neither can I. In fact, NOT even the amount that should be there for a "fudge-filled"cake( Applebees description on THEIR online menu). My suggestion to Applebees, since the cake DOES absorb SOME of the fudge, ( NOT as much as what mine was lacking am pretty sure) put warm fudge sauce in a SEPARATE small container, ad you do with the ice cream( pretty easy solution, you think)? I did enjoy my BROCCOLI Chicken Alfredo Pasta, with the "EXTRA"( correct balance of ingredients). MANAGERS, please manage your chefs, and encourage( personally I would say insist, that they maintain the proper BALANCE of INGREDIENTS in their dishes! PLEASE REMIND the chefs if the dish is titled by one of it's ingredients( ie, BROCCOLI Chicken Alfredo Pasta, especially if that ingredient is FIRST in the name of the dish, the customer should not have to SEARCH for the ingredient, because it is so LACKJNG in the dish WHEN ordered! read more

Applebee's Grill + Bar - The knife in the cake, to show that I DID dip into THIS cake!. - American Near Me - Santa Maria, California

If the bathroom reflects the kitchen, DO NOT eat here. I've noticed a real decline in this restaurant in the last 3 years. I could post pictures but I don't think anyone wants to see a super nasty bathroom. read more