Location: United States, participating Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar locations nationwide
Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026: Prices, Calories, Recipe & Full Guide
By Food Menu Journal Team · Researched October 2026 · Last verified: October 23, 2026 · Disclosure: This is a researched guide based on Applebee’s official menu, offers and nutrition information. It is not sponsored, and no free food or payment was received.
Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026 is the chain’s twice-daily deal: seven appetizers at half price (~$4.25–$6.50) and drinks from $3–$5, served 3–6 PM Monday–Friday and again 9 PM–close, dine-in at participating locations. This full guide answers the four questions readers ask most, How much is it? How many calories? Is it available all day? What comes with it?, plus a copycat recipe to make the most-ordered dip at home. Main finding: the same full portions you get at regular price, for half the money, if your timing is right.
Featured image: the complete happy hour line-up, seven appetizers, the drink specials, and the times that make them half price.
Restaurant at a Glance
| Restaurant | Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar |
| Cuisine | American grill, appetizers, burgers, chicken, ribs |
| Branch | Participating U.S. locations (1,600+ restaurants) |
| Happy Hour Times | 3 PM – 6 PM (Mon–Fri) and 9 PM – close |
| Prices | Appetizers ~$4.25–$6.50 (half price) · Drinks $3–$6 |
| Calories | Appetizers 590–1,330 cal per full portion |
Why We Put This Guide Together
Happy hour is Applebee’s most-searched offer, but the details are scattered: prices in one place, times in another, calories nowhere official-looking. We verified the complete package against Applebee’s own offers page, menu and published nutrition information in October 2026, and built the one page we would want before going: what it costs, what you get, when it runs, what it does to your calorie count, and how to recreate the signature dip at home.
How Much Is Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026? Prices & What We Ordered
Every appetizer is half its regular price during the windows; drinks are set specials. A typical order, two appetizers and a drink, costs around $15. Typical 2026 prices (franchises vary):
| Item | Regular Price | Happy Hour Price | Shared? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boneless Wings | $12.99 | ~$6.50 | Yes, built for 2 |
| Chicken Quesadilla | $11.99 | ~$6.00 | Yes |
| Chicken Wonton Tacos | ~$10.99 | ~$5.50 | 4 tacos, 1 each for 4 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | $9.99 | ~$5.00 | Yes |
| Spinach & Artichoke Dip | ~$9.99 | ~$5.00 | Yes, table starter |
| Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip | ~$9.99 | ~$5.00 | Yes |
| Crunchy Onion Rings | ~$8.49 | ~$4.25 | Yes |
| Domestic Draft Beer | ~$5–$6 | ~$3.00 | No |
| Well Drinks / House Margarita / House Wine | ~$7–$9 | ~$4–$5 | No |
| $6 Spooky Sips (seasonal, until Nov 15, 2026) | $6.00 | $6.00 | No |
Full price breakdown: our Applebee’s Happy Hour prices guide.
Our Food Review
Seven appetizers, three tiers. The top tier (wings, quesadilla, wonton tacos) eats like real food; the middle (dips and pretzels) is for sharing; the sticks and rings are the classic fried sides.
Boneless Wings: ~$6.50
The headline deal: breaded chicken in your choice of sauce (Classic Hot Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan) with celery and ranch or bleu cheese. Crisp, juicy, most protein on the list (38 g). Strength: best value per bite. Drawback: dressed builds climb in calories fast.
Chicken Quesadilla: ~$6.00
Grilled chicken, cheese and pico in a toasted tortilla, with sour cream and chipotle lime salsa. A light meal wearing an appetizer’s price tag. Strength: most filling. Drawback: 1,170 cal, it is dinner.
Chicken Wonton Tacos: ~$5.50
Sweet Asian chili chicken in crisp wonton shells with slaw and lime. The lightest (590 cal) and most original item here. Strength: flavour. Drawback: only four per order.
Mozzarella Sticks: ~$5.00
Fried mozzarella with marinara. The table-pleaser and the kids’ favourite. Strength: easy to portion. Drawback: eat them hot or not at all.
Spinach & Artichoke Dip: ~$5.00
Warm, creamy dip with tortilla chips and salsa. Made for the middle of the table. Strength: the sharing maths (under 250 cal each split four ways). Drawback: chips run out first. (Recipe below, make it at home.)
Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip: ~$5.00
Soft salted pretzel sticks with rich beer cheese dip. Strength: the dip itself. Drawback: saltiest item on the menu (3,540 mg sodium).
Crunchy Onion Rings: ~$4.25
The cheapest item and, surprise, the most calorific (1,330 cal). Strength: price and crunch. Drawback: calorie trap; share them.
Bonus Recipe: Copycat Spinach & Artichoke Dip
The most-ordered starter, recreated at home in about 25 minutes. This is our copycat version inspired by the restaurant dish, not Applebee’s proprietary recipe.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry | 280 g (10 oz) |
| Artichoke hearts, drained and chopped | 1 can (400 g) |
| Cream cheese, softened | 225 g (8 oz) |
| Sour cream | 120 ml (½ cup) |
| Mayonnaise | 60 ml (¼ cup) |
| Mozzarella, shredded | 100 g (1 cup) |
| Parmesan, grated | 50 g (½ cup) |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Salt, black pepper, pinch of chili flakes | To taste |
Method: 1) Heat the oven to 190°C (375°F). 2) Mix cream cheese, sour cream and mayo until smooth; fold in spinach, artichokes, garlic, half the mozzarella and half the parmesan; season. 3) Spread in an oven dish, top with the remaining cheeses. 4) Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden at the edges. 5) Rest 5 minutes; serve warm with tortilla chips and salsa. Home version maths: roughly 250–300 cal per generous serving with chips, about a third of the restaurant portion eaten solo.
Picky Eats: Our Child’s Review
Mozzarella sticks are the child’s pick of the seven (marinara for dipping), with quesadilla wedges second. Wonton tacos were “too spicy-sweet,” onion rings “too oniony.” Favourite: mozzarella sticks. Order again? Yes, and the homemade dip passed the home test too.
Parents’ Review & Family Tips
The afternoon session (3–6 PM) is the family play: two shared appetizers and drinks for two adults come to roughly $25–$30 all-in, at normal dinner time, in a calm room. Confirm happy hour covers the dining room (some locations are bar-area only). Order before 6 PM sharp, pricing follows order time. Late-night is adults’ territory: louder, bar-focused, and great for groups splitting three or four appetizers.
How Many Calories Are in Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026? Nutrition & Carbohydrates
From Applebee’s published nutrition information (verified October 23, 2026), full portions as served:
| Item | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Wonton Tacos | 590 | 57 g | 31 g | 1,480 mg |
| Boneless Wings (base) | 660 | 54 g | 38 g | 1,720 mg |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 860 | 76 g | 41 g | 2,440 mg |
| Spinach & Artichoke Dip | 990 | 89 g | 21 g | 2,340 mg |
| Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip | 1,160 | 146 g | 34 g | 3,540 mg |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 1,170 | 77 g | 47 g | 2,510 mg |
| Crunchy Onion Rings | 1,330 | ~98 g | 16 g | n/a |
Method: standard serving before optional extra dips; sauces can nearly double the wings (buffalo build 1,080 cal). Full breakdown: our calories guide.
Is Applebee’s Happy Hour Available All Day? What to Know Before Visiting
- Not all day: Two windows only, 3–6 PM (Mon–Fri) and 9 PM–close. Lunch and 6–9 PM are full price. Details: our all-day guide.
- What comes with it: The 7 appetizers above + listed drink specials, full portions, dips included. Not included: entrées, desserts, premium cocktails, takeout. Details: our what’s-included guide.
- The $1 Dollarita: Not a current national offer (last run July 2026); some markets run it locally.
- State rules: Drink specials are not offered in MA, RI, VT, NC, AK and UT.
- Hours & access: Most locations 11 AM–11 PM (midnight Fri–Sat); free parking, step-free access; reservations rarely needed.
Is Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026 Worth It?
Yes, it is the same food at half price, and the maths holds up under the calories too if you share. Strongest dish: Boneless Wings for value, Wonton Tacos for flavour and lightness. Main limitation: the clock, miss the windows and everything doubles. Best for planners, sharers, and anyone who eats early or late; less useful for a spontaneous 7 PM dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026?
Appetizers are half price, typically $4.25 to $6.50 (regular $8.49–$12.99), and drinks run $3 to $5, with seasonal cocktails at $6. Two appetizers and a drink cost around $15.
How many calories are in Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026?
The appetizers run from 590 calories (Chicken Wonton Tacos) to 1,330 calories (Crunchy Onion Rings) per full portion, per Applebee’s published nutrition information. Drinks add roughly 150–450 calories.
Is Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026 available all day?
No. It runs 3 PM to 6 PM Monday to Friday and 9 PM to close at participating locations. Lunch and the 6–9 PM dinner period are full price.
What comes with Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026?
Seven half-price appetizers, Boneless Wings, Mozzarella Sticks, Chicken Quesadilla, Spinach & Artichoke Dip, Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip, Chicken Wonton Tacos and Crunchy Onion Rings, served full-size with their dips, plus $3–$5 drink specials. Entrées, desserts and premium cocktails are not included.
Is the $1 Dollarita part of happy hour in 2026?
Not nationally. Its last national run was July 2026; selected markets have offered it locally since. The standing drink deal is $3–$5 specials plus the $6 seasonal cocktails.
Can I make Applebee’s spinach dip at home?
Yes, our copycat recipe above uses spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, mozzarella and parmesan, baked at 190°C (375°F) for 20–25 minutes, served with tortilla chips.
Related Food Guides
The complete Applebee’s Happy Hour 2026 series: How Much Is Applebee’s Happy Hour? Prices · How Many Calories? · Is It Available All Day? · What Comes With It? More menus and deals on our home page and Pinterest.
Sources & Review Notes
Sources: Applebee’s official offers page, menu and published nutrition information at applebees.com, cross-checked October 23, 2026. What we personally tried vs researched: this is a researched guide, prices, times, inclusions and nutrition were verified against the sources above; no visit or sponsored tasting is claimed. The dip recipe is our own copycat version, developed for home kitchens. Prices and times are set by local franchises and can change; your restaurant’s posted menu is the final word.
