Applebee’s

Wegives this place a four. «You got some bomb chicken» says my date. «And I like your fries, I just don’t understand why you would not have fries and chicken in the same order. That is really unfair» She continued on with other complaints. But then she concluded they, the fries and chicken were both amazing. The fries had their signature seasoning and the boneless wings dipped in buffalo sauce ultimately made her become a fan. Those electronic order machines were probably a hefty investment for the company but we think unnecessary. Definitely will be back to try more options on the menu.

OK, I know.
It’s Applebee’s, so many of you restaurant connoisseurs are making a smooshy face right now and considering clicking away. And that’s OK — the fact that there are only three reviews of Applebee’s on Vista Way tells me that either Unilocalers don’t eat there or they are too embarrassed to check in.
I feel you, but I’m totally cool with Applebee’s.
There’s nothing generally «big deal» about this chain restaurant. My wife and I were dating almost twenty years ago at the Applebee’s in Middleburg, so maybe I have a little sentimental thing happening (and I do honestly miss that old formulation of the Tequila Lime Chicken) but also, it’s really a good spot if, like me, you have two 16 year olds who just completed an athletic event and hadn’t had dinner yet because the varsity matches don’t start until 7 PM (we won, by the way).
Just because there is no «big deal» doesn’t mean I won’t eat there — as you can see by my reviews, I’m a big fan of greasy spoons and dives, so Applebee’s is a big night out for me. Well, not really, but I don’t have an automatic judgment for Applebee’s either.
So the details: The restaurant was nearly completely empty at 9:30 PM on a Tuesday which was not unexpected. We were of course seated immediately. The service was very efficient and the food items came out quickly and correctly. All of this is good because there was absolutely no reason for any kind of error to happen. Some mozzarella sticks, A burger, some macaroni and cheese with shrimp, and a Thai salad. All the food was good and the service was good as well. Like I said, no culinary ground is really being broken here. One nice special was the dessert S’mores Churros. A Churro as you probably know is a fried dough dessert that is usually in a stick or tube form and rolled in sugar and cinnamon. In this case, the churros were served with warm dipping chocolate and marshmallow fluff. The teens were quite happy to eat them.
Bill for three with dessert was around $ 45 including tip.
I feel like I should address the issue of the building site since one person seems to have reviewed the architecture rather than the actual restaurant — yes, the Vista View site was built on a landfill, and yes Wal-​Mart ran out on their lease because of the perception of instability — allegations of gas leaking from the landfill into structures, et cetera. These issues have all been investigated by multiple agencies independent of the city and the developers, and if these structures were unsafe these businesses would not operate here. The side where the Applebees is has quite a few restaurants in place. It does look like a barren wasteland looking toward the Giant Eagle plaza, and there is a partially built structure nearby — so I agree that it’s not picturesque, but since I’m not reviewing geology or structural engineering, I’m giving this restaurant good marks.

This visit which will be my last. worst service I’ve ever experienced. Had to wait to be be seated. .no hostess until the manager acknowledged us. 35 min wait to receive our food. Service was less than you should ever expect. Was held hostage to get our check and get out. which is why I have time to write this review. .avoid this location unless you’re into bondage and mental torture.

This location should be shut down. It is unsafe, built on a landfill. The foundation is falling apart and you can see under the building if you walk around the outside. Took a friend who is a building inspector there and he verified that it is unsafe. They planted flowers to try to hide it.

I am not sure why Applebee’s gets such a bad rap. I have never had a bad meal here and the drinks are consistent and good. I realize its a chain and owned by an evil corporation out to destroy mom and pop businesses. but the appetizers are pretty tasty.
I like this location because it is close to where i live and has a pretty good view. Prices are decent and when they have one of those «If your server doesn’t mention x then you get a free x», your server will most certainly not mention what ever it was they were supposed to. I get a lot of free crap here.