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HISTORICAL FACTS: Applebee - The Untold Story

Ex-Applebee's exec was told she’d never be CEO—she bought the chain and fired her naysayer: ‘We don't need two of us, so I'm gonna have to let you go’

Multimillionaire baby boomer Julia Stewart grew IHOP’s business and got back at her former employer after being denied the top role.

Fortune

Real estate billionaire was called the ‘worst analyst’ at Goldman Sachs—now he says the criticism was the best thing that ever happened to him

Real estate mogul Fernando De Leon left Goldman Sachs after being told that he wasn’t the best fit for the $293.4 billion bank—and it set him up to become a self-made billionaire.

Fortune

Friends go to Chili’s for triple dipper, then one of them ends up throwing a margarita in server’s face over being IDed: ‘This is Applebee’s behavior’

TikToker Poochina goes viral after sharing a storytime about an alleged altercation between his ex-friend and a Chili’s waitress. Now, he says he has to go to court to “testify” after the server sues his friend. In a video with over 1.3 million views, TikToker Poochina (@poochina1777) posts a “get…

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Applebee’s is bringing back its fan-favorite affordable ‘all you can eat’ meal deal - here’s what’s included

Applebee’s is rolling out its ‘All You Can Eat’ menu again as grocery costs increase for Americans

The Independent UK

Applebee's Brings Back Unlimited Wings and Riblets for $15.99 as Gas Prices Make Eating Out a Luxury for Millions

Applebee's relaunches its $15.99 All You Can Eat deal with unlimited wings, riblets, and shrimp, but $4.52-a-gallon gas means families could spend $5 to $8 just driving to the restaurant.

International Business Times UK

Texas man takes woman to Applebee’s on a date. Then he sees what she orders: ‘A wine bottle fell out of her back pocket’

There are bad first dates, and then there are… full-contact endurance tests at Applebee’s. One Texas man thought he was signing up for a casual night out with a woman he matched with on Facebook Dating. Maybe some drinks, a little conversation, the usual. Instead, he got a front-row seat…

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10 Movies Remakes That Were Better Than The Original

The exceptions to the bad remake rule.

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Applebee’s and IHOP Owner Dine Brands Looks Ripe For A Buyout

Dine Brands has already rallied on activist pressure, but with Applebee’s and IHOP still trading below their strategic value, private equity could be the next catalyst.

Barchart

Future of major Applebee’s franchisee with more than 50 locations across the South in doubt after bankruptcy

Applebee’s recently took control of dozens of other franchise locations, aiming to renovate them, boost performance and eventually refranchise them

The Independent UK

Applebee’s and Ihop unite – will new ‘dual’ restaurant tempt back US diners?

Fusion of cherished American eateries hopes to revive brands that have ‘gone hungry’ while rest of industry feasts

The Guardian - US

Applebee’s is closing restaurants across three states: Full list of closures

The fast casual restaurant still has around 1,500 locations

The Independent UK

Woman lets man pick first date spot so she seems ‘humble.’ It backfires when they pull up to an Applebee’s: ‘He dodged a major bullet’

First dates are vital to get right. After all, you only get one chance to make a good first impression. Unfortunately, a woman’s date seemingly backfired after she apparently was taken to an Applebee’s.

The Mary Sue

Why You Should Never Eat at These 5 Chain Restaurants on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day dinner sounds simple until you’re stuck in a packed lobby, staring at a limited menu, and paying more than you expected for a meal that feels rushed. Big chains can be fun on a regular Tuesday, but this holiday turns many of them into a high-stress, high-wait, high-compromise…

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‘That’s karma right there’: Woman dines and dashes on $120 Applebee’s tab, but what she left behind means she’ll have to come back

She thought she got away clean

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International Business Times UK

Are Starbucks, Dunkin', and McDonald's Open on New Year's 2026: Which Chains Are Open and Closed?

Find out which fast-food chains like McDonald's, Starbucks, and Dunkin' are open on New Year's Day 2026, including specific operating hours for dining and drive-thrus.

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A Detroit woman leaves the hospital with $25 gift card, but she’d probably rather have the chunk of her skull that doctors misplaced

Might get more than that for bad service at Applebee's.

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Applebee’s customer gets a bottle of water instead of a glass, later learns it was all done to save her life

Oh, so THAT's what that means.

The Guardian - UK

How to eat, drink and be merry – while pregnant – at Christmas

Some traditional treats may be off the menu, but there are plenty of alternatives for a festive feast

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Veterans Day 2025: 10 Major Deals and Freebies Honoring Those Who Served

This Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, restaurants and retailers across the U.S. are showing their appreciation for service members with free meals, discounts, and exclusive offers. Here's a roundup of 10 major corporations giving back to veterans and active-duty military this year.

Benzinga

Applebee's Wins More Diners While IHOP Struggles

Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE:DIN), the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar and IHOP, reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 revenue of $216.2 million, up 10.9% from $195.0 million a year earlier, missing analyst estimates of $219.684 million.

Cinemablend

Hasan Minhaj Got Prince Harry To Say 'I Love Applebee's' In An Attempted American Accent, And I've Been Playing It On Repeat

He gets an A-level for effort.

The Mary Sue

‘I was getting nervous’: Texas woman takes her husband to Applebee’s for the first time. Then their order comes

Would you like to take “a ride down flavor lane?” If so, one Austin, Texas couple has a restaurant recommendation for you: Applebee’s.

Fortune

Ex-Applebee's exec was told she’d never be CEO—she bought the chain and fired her naysayer: ‘We don't need two of us, so I'm gonna have to let you go’

Multimillionaire baby boomer Julia Stewart grew IHOP’s business and got back at her former employer after being denied the top role. Spanx’s and FedEx’s founders also created billion-dollar companies after their business ideas were rejected.

International Business Times UK

Applebee's Refused to Make Julia Stewart CEO After She Saved the Company; So She Bought It Instead

After reviving Applebee's from decline, Julia Stewart was denied the CEO role. Rather than walk away, she took bold action buying the company herself and cementing her place as one of the most powerful women in the restaurant industry.

Fortune

Applebee's and IHOP's CIO places AI bets that can boost traffic and improve the dining experience

Dine Brands CIO Justin Skelton says generative AI bets must boost traffic, improve the guest experience, or make workers more productive.

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