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Applebee's Grill + Bar

Restaurant Cafe Bar Hamburger restaurant Family restaurant American restaurant Diner Bar and grill Steak house Traditional us american restaurant

One of the Most Revieweds in Clovis


Address

98 Shaw Ave, Clovis, CA 93612, United States

Website

restaurants.applebees.com

Contact

+1 559-322-9890

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.90 (2K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Tuesday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am to 12 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 1 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 1 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am to 12 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: time (16) good (12) drinks (11) Applebee' (9) chicken (8) table (8) server (8) nice (7) minutes (7) experience (7)
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  • 4/5 Boss M. 7 months ago on Google • 145 reviews
    Second time here and can definitely say the food is good. However the riblets just weren't for me the texture was a bit on the hard side. Other than that the chicken alfredo was delicious and the mango smoothie was everyone's favorite
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 VINNIE G. 9 months ago on Google • 48 reviews
    The waitress was very nice, very nice atmosphere but the food was less than average, I could have made it better at home. But I promised the wife an all day date and she chose to eat here. My hamburger buns were burnt on one side and not touched on the other, don't know how that happens. Food just seemed microwaved or warmed up too quickly and unevenly. I would only come back if my wife wanted to, but I'm definitely checking my food next time and sending it back to the Kitchen if it comes the way it did on this visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 MVs 2 years ago on Google
    Wait time here is an hour to an hour fifteen minutes. For the watered down drinks, decent food and gloomy atmosphere from the low lighting we’re making it a Dennys night out. Counting that there was 13 open tables available made the experience even worse after hearing others experience after eating and trying to leave was worse than our experience tonight.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason W. 10 months ago on Google
    After a bit of an absence from my dining spots, I've stopped by two Applebee's (Merced, CA & Clovis, CA) in a week. Was a convenient late night meet up spot for a larger group during the High School Graduation schedule. Good food. Decent prices. Happy Hour drinks were pretty good...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jonathon P. 1 year ago on Google
    I ordered curbside pick-up and my order was supposed to be ready at 11:30a. I waited 15 minutes, then finally went inside to get my order. When I got homepay off my order was missing. I called them and they asked me to come back, but I wasn't about to drive another 15 minutes each way. They said they'd send me a gift card, and didn't say for how much, but wouldn't refund me for the price of the missing food. I never did like this place, however, my wife does. Just goes to show why we haven't been there in 2 years. Now, I won't make that mistake again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandy R. 11 months ago on Google
    Applebee's is one of the greatest places to dine. Their food is consistently great, one everyone is sure to enjoy. Family oriented atmosphere. Service is always stupendous. I've gone to Applebee's numerous times and was never let down. I will continue to visit Applebee's and would highly recommend it as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Elle A. 1 year ago on Google
    Where do I even start? Well it appears there's a new manager. Short, dark haired lady. Rude with no customer service skills what's so ever. About 5 of us were at the bar. She said we had to be 3 feet apart. Then told us we couldn't stand up. We went there for the bar.. There were several open tables. She said we can't sit there because we can't sit apart. So we ask for a table. Then she says we can't get a table cause my whole party isn't there 🤦🏼‍♀️ .. Which is why we asked to sit at the bar. There were several open tables. She said we can't sit there. We asked why and she said you can't sit there because those tables were off limits. Say what ???? so we have to be 3 feet apart but can't sit at individual tables which seated 4 each because they're off limits but we have to sit together! Ummm .. so then the bartender snubbed us. Didn't ask what we wanted to drink after 20 minutes there. Anyways we left. I use to love this Applebee's but won't be going to this one again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Stephanie O. 1 year ago on Google
    Went for lunch. Pretty good. Chicken strips were okay. Ribs were delish per daughter. Didn't get photo because she ate them before I could get a pic! Mac-n-cheese was good 👍 Triple Chocolate Meltdown was worth it! Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ciera V. 6 months ago on Google • 161 reviews
    Came in for some lunch and a drink before my massage. I sat at the bar and Luis was my server. He was a busy bee handling the entire bar area serving food and drinks, and although busy he wa very friendly and tentative. I appreciated his positive attitude and professional demeanor. What a fabulous employee this location has and I hope they are showing him the proper recognition.

  • 5/5 Ruben a. 1 year ago on Google
    My friend Kelsea A. that did not want to serve us . I appreciate your service thank you. is not my fault that you don't like your job, But thank you don't mind your attitude..the manager on duty Adrian ( i believe). Thank you for arguing with me about your staff attitude when you guys said you close at 1:00 am ..and we walk in at 11:50 ..and your attitude was horrible i understand we all have a bad day.i Don't mind ... Thank you anyway. Don't believe me it was my experience go and see for yourself you may have a better experience then me . Thank you guys
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Juanita G. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited with a friend over dinner and drinks at Applebee's. We had their featured mix drinks. Which were refreshing and tasty. We started with the wonton tacos ...mmmm they were good. I enjoyed the blackened salmon. Everything was really good. Service was prompt and friendly. I would recommend for a quick bite or visiting with friends and family
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert J. 2 months ago on Google • 57 reviews New
    The food was ok. Normal Applebee's. Isaac is the best customer service I have ever seen, though. He has been there for at least 15 years and is still the most positive, helpful, and friendly waiter I have ever come across. Will continue to go here as long as he is there!

  • 1/5 mark g. 3 months ago on Google • 44 reviews New
    All you can eat wings,shrimp,Ribbletes is a joke 4 wing refills every 25 minutes service is horrible no one has cleared the dirty plates off my table been sitting for 1 hour

  • 5/5 The Pickled Deli - F. 5 months ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Still my favorite Applebee’s in the area. Service was great and even though the food had some chili after I asked for none, I still ate it and just added more ranch :) they got the good ranch!

  • 5/5 Alicia A. 2 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    My server was named Luis, and he was amazing! He kept checking on us and making sure we had our refills. The food came out fresh off the pan, it was practically sizzling it was so good. We went to the location in Clovis. I heard bad things about them and our server, but I'm glad it was wrong! I got the bourbon street steak, and my boyfriend got the ribeye. Both were delicious. We got drinks and appetizers, so it came out to $78. Would definitely recommend!

  • 5/5 Scott L. 8 months ago on Google
    I had the pleasure of being served by Isaac during my recent visit to Applebee's, and I must say, his exceptional service truly made my dining experience memorable. From the moment I sat down, Isaac's attentiveness and friendly demeanor stood out. He expertly guided me through the menu, offered insightful recommendations, and ensured that every aspect of my meal was nothing short of perfect. Isaac's genuine warmth and dedication to his role as a waiter truly made me feel valued as a customer. I can confidently say that his exceptional service elevated my time at Applebee's, and I look forward to returning to enjoy his hospitality once again. Kudos to Isaac for going above and beyond to create a fantastic dining experience!

  • 5/5 Hosmer S. 6 months ago on Google
    Went here the other night with my family, it was my moms birthday and I have to say service was awesome. My waitress Kelsea was very attentive even though she was busy. Definitely 10/10, will be back!!!!

  • 5/5 Raul M. 1 year ago on Google
    Always enjoy our meal at this restaurant and appreciated that in the midst of the pandemic they provided curbside and lived up to there standards on a consistent basis. Today we were there to celebrate our sons 8th grade promotion. My son wanted his 100 cheese sticks as he says 😁, as he the classic combo. I tried something new on the menu, quesadilla burger, which was very tasty. My wife had the oriental chicken salad, which was very fresh and crisp. Grandma had the bourbon shrimp and chicken with mash potatoes and grandpa had the chicken alfredo; they enjoyed there meals and left happy and satisfied. Our server was on his A game as well, as our drinks never hit rock bottom 🙃 and he was very attentive to anything we might like.

  • 5/5 space r. 3 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    The last time I came to this certain Applebees location I had one of the rudest waiters and worst experiences. I decided to come here again and my waiter was Luis.. he was so good and very respectful. The food was great too the next time I eat at this location I will not eat there unless if Luis will be my waiter. One of the best waiters I’ve had at any restaurant in the past few months.

  • 3/5 Aman K. 11 months ago on Google
    Long wait time and the food is not fresh as in other locations, usually chicken -fish, whenever served, should be hot, but it's not here. We ordered a mint rice salad bowl and the rice was uncooked but we didn’t complain.

  • 5/5 Jacob S. 10 months ago on Google
    I was pleasantly surprised with how good and fresh the food was and will definitely go back. My favorite thing about them is they always seem to be having some kind of food/drink special for those ballin on a budget. Our waitress was wonderful and attentive as well. Everyone come on down to your friendly neighborhood Applebee’s!

  • 3/5 Tommy C. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was subpar for the price, I ordered a crispy chicken sandwich with fries and an appetizer of mozzarella sticks. With a drink my total was around 30 with a tip. Our server, was really quick with the drinks as helping out, most of the time having our drinks ready for refill right as we finished our current one which was a really nice change of pace compared to other restaurants. The chicken sandwich was pretty thin and was dry and hard in some spots but otherwise still edible. The fries tasted off, like if they had freezer burn or something similar at some point. The mozzarella sticks were the star of the show as they tasted amazing, but it's kind of hard to mess up mozzarella sticks pretty much anywhere. I would come here again but not as often as I would other places.

  • 1/5 Chris C. 1 year ago on Google
    Didn't even get a chance to eat here. Checked in at the host stand and gave them my phone number as requested and was told it would be 30 min and I would get a message. After 45 min, I went to check and was told I had missed my time and would have to wait for multiple other guests to be seated first. When I told them I never got a message, I was told it happens sometimes because of "technology". A manager came over and said multiple other people had the same issue and we would have to wait. At no point was there an apology or any sense of urgency to get us seated. We just walked out and went elsewhere. Will not be coming back!!!

  • 5/5 Kay S. 1 year ago on Google
    Apple bees by far has the best boneless chicken wings. I think they taste better than buffalo wild wings! Also the mozzarella sticks are on point as well, always hot-n-fresh. The one thing I can complain about is they need better dipping sauces (flavor wise) because for example the pretzel with beer-cheese sauce tasted like biscuits and gravy.

  • 2/5 stephanie m. 1 year ago on Google
    I wish this was a better view but it was not the wait time was not bad the server was really nice and the hostess were really nice as well we sat down 2 people Who sat after us their appetizers came out really quick And when we finally put our order in we were sitting there for 30 minutes before we even got our appetizer I know this because I looked at my clock and time dead only after we have been sitting there for some time Another table was that across from us their appetizers came out very quickly When we finally did get our appetizers our food followed immediately our table had no room to put the dinner plates on. Then as we were eating didn't ask us if we needed our plates to be removed then we did tell her we wanted a triple chocolate mountain we also tell her we need boxes so by this time we got our boxes we're waiting for the dessert and we're packing up all of boulevard stuff once we were done packing up all of our stuff we still had our plates on the table she comes back and says here's your dessert but looking at the table clearly she didn't offer to move any of our dishes so we couldn't even enjoy our dessert in peace she only moved one. It did get busy after we got fat but not busy enough for her to forget tbut forget that our appetizers were not given to us until 30 minutes later

  • 3/5 Rachel G. 1 year ago on Google
    Celeabrating a birthday party for our cousin. We went in for lunch. Waited to long for our drinks and food. Brought the wrong drinks except two (water). Food was cold. I understand they might of been under staff but don't forget us sitting there. You all have your own stations. There wasn't alot of people there. Maybe next time it will be better.

  • 3/5 Alex 2 years ago on Google
    We waited quite a while outside to get a table. And if it wasn’t because of my friend that went inside to ask if we we were about to be seated, I don’t know how much longer we would’ve waited. Tables they had a few available perhaps it was the personnel that they were in need of. I understand after the pandemic crisis it might be a bit difficult to try & get back to “normal”. But whatever the case, they need to let the customers know. They didn’t have a few items on the menu available that we had actually gone there for. The waitress was very nice & efficient which made us feel a bit better. The food I had to order a different item than what I had in mind before and the pasta was good but not good enough to make me forget about what I initially had in mind. The people around the area seemed to be alright, not so bad. But if you give them a smile I’m sure they’ll at least try to reciprocate that.

  • 4/5 Gabrielle O. 1 year ago on Google
    Wait was a bit long and they didn’t allow us to fall in for our 9 family members to help them allow for room and adequate seating. Steak was basically completely over cooked and inedible and took s minute but server was very sweet and she was trying her best with the business

  • 3/5 Chris E. 2 years ago on Google
    Bartender's are super lazy! Sat down and was never asked me if I wanted anything. They made a sever clean up the bar, while one just stood there. But Jeni our server was great! She was very nice and quick. She saved our evening. Thank you Jeni from the block! Lol

  • 4/5 Matthew N. 1 year ago on Google
    Smells great. Reasonable wait time for the day and time. Will let you know how the food is


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Drive-through
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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