Love Applebees! Not a variety of choices, but it’s still accommodating.
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much/None
— Excellent
The service is pretty aware of allergens
Yes
"As America’s Favorite Neighbor, the health and safety of our guests are top priorities at Applebee’s. As part of our commitment to you, we provide the most current allergen information available from our food suppliers on eight common allergens plus gluten and added monosodium glutamate (MSG), so that our guests with food allergies can make informed food selections. Please be aware that during normal kitchen operations involving shared cooking and preparation areas, including common fryer oil, the possibility exists for food items to come in contact with other food products. Due to these circumstances, we are unable to guarantee that any menu item can be completely free of allergens."
I have celiac and tried ordering off the menu of items that were listed Gluten Sensitive. I told the waitress that I have a celiac and to make sure my food wasn’t cross contaminated. I knew right after my meal that it was cross contaminated. Also I ordered a Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad and told the bartender that I have a gluten allergy so no croutons but gave me a bread stick. Like I was only able to eat half my salad since the other side had the bread stick
— Not at all
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much/None
Items on menu were listed GS for gluten sensitive and they took precautions to not cross contaminate my food with others
— Somewhat
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Excellent
I tried ordering off the gluten sensitive menu and told the server I was allergic to gluten. I had symptoms exactly an hour after the meal. I may not have been clear enough with my needs, but I’m not sure I will risk it again.
— Not at all
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Some
— Average
Ordering was confusing. They had a menu that listed gluten sensitive options, but then told me the potatoes may not be safe. Had me substitute for another side, but then served me the potatoes anyway. I got the salmon, mashed potatoes, and beans. It was decent tasting and I didn't get sick. I found the online webpage for allergens was more reliable than the staff.
— Not very
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
— Not Much/None
— Average
I made the mistake of assuming an item on the menu saying GS (gluten sensitive) would not have gluten. Strawberry salad said GS, but cane with gluten breadstick. The waitress got very defensive when I asked if it was gluten free. She said I never told her I was gluten free. Lesson learned. But, she dud not need to be nasty to me. My grandson got the breadstick.
— Not at all
— No gluten-free information on the menu
— Not Much/None
— Good