Former employees share the best and worst things to order at Applebee's

Sophia MitrokostasJun 19, 2020, 02:38 IST

Applebee's is a popular chain restaurant that's known for its appetizers and low-cost cocktails.Don & Melinda Crawford/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Insider asked former Applebee's employees about their favorite and least-favorite menu items.
They gave the chain's brewpub pretzels with beer-cheese dip and the caramel-apple blondies rave reviews.
One former employee said they recommend the boneless wings with the spicy-sweet Asian chili sauce.
One source told Insider they'd suggest ordering something more flavorful and interesting than the turkey sandwich or shepherd's pie.

Applebee's is a casual chain restaurant with a reputation for serving laid-back comfort food like chicken wings, sandwiches, and shareable appetizers.

To narrow down the eatery's menu options, Insider asked former employees for the dishes you should definitely try and the ones you may want to avoid.

Here are some of the best and worst items on the Applebee's menu, according to former employees.

The brewpub pretzels with beer-cheese dip are an underrated appetizer.

At some locations, you can get a discount on this appetizer if you order it after a certain time. Savanna Swain-Wilson for Insider

One former server recommends boneless wings with spicy-sweet Asian chili sauce.

The boneless wings at Applebee's are beloved by many. Terrie J/TripAdvisor

The fiesta lime chicken can be a flavorful and filling entrée.

The fiesta lime chicken is typically served with rice. AuthorCMelanson/TripAdvisor

The double-glazed baby back ribs are a great choice for those with big appetites.

You can order double-glazed baby back ribs in different portion sizes. Christopher S./TripAdvisor

One former employee raved about the caramel-apple blondie.

This blondie is served hot. James Lee/TripAdvisor

On the other hand, the riblet platter might not be worth the money if you're expecting a big portion.

The riblets are a tasty option, but they may not be the best value. Mark K./Yelp

If you want a flavorful meal, you may not be impressed by the home-style shepherd's pie.

The shepherd's pie may not satisfy your craving for a flavorful dish. yelowdaisy/TripAdvisor

Some of Applebee's salads are surprisingly calorie-dense.

Applebee's salads can be filling, but they may not be the best choice if you want a light meal. John B./TripAdvisor

The chain's turkey sandwich isn't very exciting compared to other dishes you can order.

You can order the turkey sandwich with a side of soup during lunch hours. TastyladiesNY/TripAdvisor

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