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Applebee’s Restaurant – Youngstown
Posted by LOTGK on August 1, 2009
Applebee's - Youngstown, Ohio
One of the Lead Scientists favorite restaurants is Applebee’s. After a little persuasion, we landed up there for dinner. It was not crowded when we arrived and we were seated rather quickly. The waitress took our drink order and returned shortly.
As you can see I ordered the Ultimate Trio sampler platter. (I really couldn’t decide what I wanted so I ordered everything) Our dinners were brought to our table in less than 10 minutes. (Pretty speedy business)
The platter consisted of two mini burgers, (Sliders) which were surprisingly tasty and well cooked. So far so good. Also on the platter were fried cheese sticks with marinara sauce. Surprised again. They were well cooked, crunchy, and the sauce was zesty. Lastly, spicy boneless wing dings with celery sticks. The sauce was just hot enough, not five alarm hot, but ringing a bell at least, and the chicken itself was juicy and good tasting.
The cost was $12 dollars not including drink and tip which for what I received, was a fair deal. The service was efficient and speedy. A very good first impression. I could see why the Lead Scientist dined there frequently.
The Grassy Knoll Institute scores 3.25 out of 5 shots and recommends Applebee’s for lunch and dinner.
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88 Hall said
When you break it down, that is 4 dollars per item, or 1 dollar a cheese stick 2 dollars for each mini burger and hard to tell how many chickens but probably 4 of them which is 1 dollar each. When you look at it that way, not really a good deal.
LOTGK said
Very good observation. I looked at the entire presentation, the service, the quality of the food, and the taste. I would suspect if you went to a similar establishment and ordered these items separately, you would receive more in portion, but also more in cost as well. Example, an order of cheese sticks averages around $6 dollars and you receive 4-6 pieces. So, I think the price is right in the average wheel house.
Thank you for reading and commenting.
Jonny Dog said
Dont applebees have a 2 for 20 deal. you paid 12 bucks for an appetizer.
LOTGK said
Yes, i do believe they do have the 2 for 20 deal. However, I wanted to sample several items and the ultimate platter was the wise choice.
Margaret (Nanny Goats) said
Well then, YOUR Appleby’s is a far better cry than mine. Mine sux.
LOTGK said
That’s odd being that it is a franchise. Maybe it was an off night for you. And thanks for reading and commenting.
Max Jackl said
I’ve been there, the food is OK, I agree with your ranking, more of a conveinent place to go then actually seeting out to go there on purpose. I just wind up there now and again.
LOTGK said
Agreed. It was not my first choice, but i was never there and my son swears by the place. Maybe that’s why he keeps getting kicked out.
Bitzky said
Hmm, we actually have a few Applebee’s restaurants in Stockholm. I just might go there and try it myself
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