Applebee’s Deals Right Now (October 2026)
When people search “Applebee’s deals today,” they usually want to know one thing: what is the cheapest way to eat there tonight? Here is every offer worth knowing about, sorted by how often it saves real money.
| Deal | Price | What you get | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Really Big Meal Deal | About $9.99 | Entrée, side and fountain drink | Dine-in and To Go |
| 2 for $25 | $25 | 1 appetizer + 2 full entrées | Dine-in, To Go, delivery |
| Happy hour | Half-price apps, drink specials | Discounted appetizers and drinks | Dine-in, usually bar area |
| Hallowings Bucket | $12.99 | 20 boneless wings | Applebees.com and app, Oct 25–31, 2026 |
| Drink of the month | From $1 | Featured margarita or cocktail | Dine-in, 21+ |
| Club Applebee’s | Free to join | Email offers and birthday dessert | Varies by offer |
Prices are national averages. Some franchise groups set their own prices, especially in airports, large cities and tourist areas.
Applebee’s Weekly and Daily Specials
Applebee’s does not run one national calendar of daily specials. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday specials are set by local franchise owners, which is why one restaurant advertises a Tuesday special and the one across town does not. The most common local specials are:
- Kids Eat Free nights, most often Tuesday, with one free kids’ meal per adult entrée.
- Wing nights with discounted boneless wings, usually dine-in only.
- Trivia or game-night specials on drinks and appetizers at the bar.
The only reliable way to know your restaurant’s daily specials is to open it in the Applebee’s app or call and ask, “Do you have any specials tonight?” It sounds simple, but servers often know about local offers that never appear online.
Is Applebee’s Cheap? Applebee’s vs. Chili’s on Price
Applebee’s is mid-priced for casual dining. A typical entrée costs about $12 to $21, which puts it in the same range as Chili’s. Where the two differ is in the value deals. Chili’s leans on its 3 for Me combo, while Applebee’s leans on the 2 for $25, the Really Big Meal Deal and happy hour.
- Eating alone on a budget: the Really Big Meal Deal is hard to beat.
- Two people: the 2 for $25 gives you an appetizer and two entrées for $12.50 each.
- Snacking and drinks: Applebee’s happy hour with half-price apps is usually the cheaper night out.
How to Stack Applebee’s Deals the Right Way
Most Applebee’s offers cannot be combined with each other. You usually cannot use a promo code on a 2 for $25 order, or apply a coupon to happy hour prices. What you can do is pick the one deal that fits your order, then add savings that are not discounts:
- Pay with a discounted Applebee’s gift card bought during a bonus-card promotion.
- Order Carside To Go instead of delivery to skip service fees. Our delivery guide compares the costs.
- Use your Club Applebee’s birthday dessert on the same visit as a regular deal, if the coupon terms allow it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Applebee’s have any deals right now?
Yes. The Really Big Meal Deal, 2 for $25 and happy hour half-price apps run at most locations, and Applebee’s adds limited online offers such as the Hallowings Bucket from October 25 to 31, 2026. Check the Applebee’s app for your restaurant.
Does Applebee’s still have the $9.99 deal?
At most locations, yes. The Really Big Meal Deal includes an entrée, a side and a fountain drink for about $9.99. Some restaurants price it slightly higher.
What is Applebee’s Tuesday special?
There is no national Tuesday special. Many participating restaurants run Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays, and some offer local wing or drink specials. Ask your restaurant what it offers that night.
Is Applebee’s or Chili’s cheaper?
They are close on regular menu prices. Applebee’s is usually cheaper for two people using the 2 for $25 or for happy hour appetizers, while Chili’s 3 for Me combo can be cheaper for one person.
Final Take
If you remember one thing: pick one deal per order and make it fit how you eat. Solo diners should look at the Really Big Meal Deal, couples at the 2 for $25, and groups at Family Bundles. Before you go, open the Applebee’s app to see your restaurant’s offers, since local specials change faster than any website can track. For prices on every item, see the full Applebee’s menu with prices.
