What You Get With the House Side Salad
The House Side Salad is a side salad with tomatoes, Cheddar, croutons and your choice of dressing. It sits on the Applebee’s Salads menu.
Price and Calories vs. Other Applebee’s Salads
It is the cheapest salad on this list of 8. With about 200–350 calories it is one of the lighter choices in this category.
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| House Side Salad (this page) | $4.99–$6.99 | 200–350 |
| Caesar Side Salad | $5.49 | 230 |
| Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | $12.49 | 580 |
| Crispy Chicken Tender Salad | $12.99 | 1,000+ |
| Oriental Chicken Salad | $12.99 | 1,290–1,560 |
| Blackened Shrimp Caesar Salad | $13.49 | 620 |
| Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Salad | $13.49 | 910 |
| Quesadilla Chicken Salad | $13.99 | 900–1,100 |
Prices are national averages from the Applebee’s salads menu and can differ at your restaurant.
Who Should Order It?
Swapping out fries. It is a light option, so it pairs well with an appetizer or a dessert without making the meal too heavy.
Good to Know About Applebee’s Salads
Applebee’s entrée salads are large, and most of the calories come from dressing and crispy toppings. Ordering grilled chicken and dressing on the side is the easiest way to lighten any of them.
What It Pairs Well With
If you are building a full meal around the House Side Salad, these are popular companions:
- Chicken Tortilla Soup — $5.99
- French Onion Soup — $6.49
- Sangria — $8.49
Ordering Tips
- Order dressing on the side; it is where most of the calories hide.
- Grilled chicken instead of crispy cuts the calories noticeably.
- Entrée salads are big enough to share as a starter for two.
Ways to Save on the House Side Salad
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the House Side Salad at Applebee’s?
The House Side Salad costs about $4.99–$6.99 at most Applebee’s locations. Prices vary by restaurant, so check the Applebee’s app for your local price.
How many calories are in Applebee’s House Side Salad?
Applebee’s House Side Salad has about 200–350 calories. Sides, sauces and dressing choices change the total; use the nutrition calculator to add them up.
What comes with the House Side Salad?
You get a side salad with tomatoes, Cheddar, croutons and your choice of dressing.
Can I order the House Side Salad To Go or for delivery?
Yes. Like most of the salads menu, it can usually be ordered for Carside To Go or delivery through Applebees.com, the app or delivery apps, though availability and prices vary by location.

