Applebee’s hours

Most Applebee's locations are open 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM or 2:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Christmas Day is the only chain-wide closure; Thanksgiving runs 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM reduced. Late Happy Hour and Half-Apps menu run 9:00 PM to close. Customer service: 1-888-592-7753 (24/7).

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is a US casual-dining chain with around 1,500 locations, founded in 1980 in Decatur Georgia and now owned by Dine Brands Global (which also owns sibling chain IHOP), known for late-night dining, the 2 for $25 menu, the Late-Night Half-Apps menu after 9pm, and the Mucho Cocktail of the Month (the original Dollarita).

The questions readers actually ask: what time does Applebee’s open today, when does the kitchen close, what are the late-night menu and Late Happy Hour hours, is the restaurant open on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, and how Applebee’s 2 for $25 stacks up against competitor Chili’s 3 for Me menu.

One thing to know: most Applebee’s locations stay open until midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 1:00 AM or 2:00 AM Friday and Saturday, with the late-night Half-Apps menu starting at 9:00 PM and Late Happy Hour running from 9:00 PM to close. Christmas Day is the only chain-wide closure (sibling chain IHOP stays open Christmas, while Applebee’s closes), and Thanksgiving runs reduced hours of about 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM at most locations.

Hours vary by franchise and market, so use the locator below to confirm hours at your specific Applebee’s.

Is Applebee’s open today?

Applebee’s generally follows the standard weekly schedule below. Hours can vary by location - confirm your specific store via the official locator.

Applebee’s weekly hours

Applebee’s holiday hours

Is Applebee’s open on Saturday?

Saturday is the busiest dinner night of the week at Applebee's, with most stores running 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM and some until 2:00 AM. Wait times for walk-ins peak between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM; using Carside To Go avoids the dining-room wait. Saturday Late Happy Hour starts at 9:00 PM with discounted Half-Apps and Mucho Cocktails; the Saturday late-night crowd skews younger than weekday.

Is Applebee’s open on Sunday?

Sunday hours at Applebee's are typically 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight), matching the Mon-Thu schedule. Easter Sunday and Mother's Day Sunday run regular hours; both are busy dining days but rarely book solid in advance. Sunday football season (NFL) drives heavy afternoon and early-evening traffic at most Applebee's, especially the bar area.

Find a Applebee’s store near me

Hours vary by location, so the most accurate hours for your nearest store are on the official Applebee’s store locator. Enter your zip code or city to see the closest stores and their current hours.

Applebee’s hours - frequently asked questions

What time does Applebee's open today?

Most Applebee's locations open at 11:00 AM Monday through Sunday. The kitchen and bar stay open until midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 1:00 AM or 2:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by location, so confirm with the specific store via the locator above.

What time does Applebee's close?

Most Applebee's locations close at 12:00 AM (midnight) Sunday through Thursday and at 1:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Some flagship and city-center locations stay open until 2:00 AM on weekend nights. The kitchen takes its last order 30 minutes before close.

Is Applebee's open on Sunday?

Yes. Most Applebee's locations are open Sunday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight), the same as the Monday-Thursday schedule. Easter Sunday and Mother's Day Sunday run regular hours and are among the busiest dining days of the year.

Is Applebee's open on Thanksgiving Day?

Yes, with reduced hours. Most Applebee's locations are open 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Thanksgiving Day with a limited dine-in and To Go menu. Some franchises close earlier or stay closed; confirm with your specific location.

Is Applebee's open on Christmas Day?

No. Applebee's closes chain-wide on Christmas Day. Christmas Eve runs reduced hours, typically 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM with an early close. The chain reopens with regular hours on December 26.

Is Applebee's open on Easter Sunday?

Yes. Most Applebee's locations run regular Sunday hours on Easter, typically 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM (some close earlier at 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM). Easter is a moderately busy dining day; reservations are not typically required.

What time does the Applebee's late night menu start?

The late-night Half-Apps menu starts at 9:00 PM at most Applebee's locations and runs until close. Late Happy Hour also runs from 9:00 PM to close, with discounted appetizers, draft beer, and signature cocktails like the Mucho Cocktail of the Month. Some locations adjust late-night menu times based on local laws.

What is the Applebee's customer service phone number?

Applebee's customer service is 1-888-592-7753, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For specific store questions (orders, reservations, To Go), call your local restaurant directly using the phone listed on the location page. Email guest support at [email protected].

What is the Applebee's 2 for $25 menu?

The 2 for $25 menu is Applebee's flagship value deal: one appetizer to share plus two full-size entrees from a curated list, all for $25 total. The menu rotates seasonal options and is available all day. Competitor Chili's runs a similar branded value menu called 3 for Me at $10.99 per person.

Are Applebee's and IHOP the same company?

Yes. Both Applebee's and IHOP are owned by Dine Brands Global (NYSE: DIN), headquartered in Glendale, California. The two chains share corporate functions but operate as completely separate brands with different menus, store hours, and franchisees. IHOP stays open on Christmas; Applebee's closes.

Does Applebee's have happy hour?

Yes. Most Applebee's locations run two happy hour windows: an afternoon weekday happy hour (typically 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM) and the Late Happy Hour from 9:00 PM to close every night. Specials include $5 to $7 appetizers, draft beer discounts, and signature cocktails like the Mucho Cocktail of the Month. Happy hour times vary by location and state liquor laws.

Where is the nearest Applebee's?

Use the locator below or visit applebees.com/restaurants and enter your ZIP code to find the nearest Applebee's, including current hours, the location's specific phone number, and online ordering for Carside To Go pickup.

Applebee’s customer service: 1-888-592-7753 - call to confirm hours or ask questions.

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Last verified: May 2026 against Applebee’s's official store locator and press releases.

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