Applebee's Grill - Rowlett

Opening. The Applebee's in Rowlett opened this week and it was surprisingly good as it was only open for two days. The restaurant was clean, the service was excellent, and the food quality exceeds expectations. The waitress was quick to fill drinks and she was very knowledgeable about the menu. There are many large screen TVs throughout the restaurant that make it a great place as soon as the football season begins. I'm definitely back.

We came when they opened so that it was not overcrowded. Our server, Maria, was excellent and very attentive. I had the Bourbon Street Chicken and Shrimp with Blue Raspberry Lemonade. My son had his Chicken Tenders and Fries. We had the Crispy Onion Rings for a starter and the Triple Chocolate for Dessert. Onion rings were excellent. My food was good. Dessert was really sweet and the chocolate lava in the middle was hot while the cake wasn't. So be careful not to burn you. Overall, the food was delicious. I spent almost $60 on everything, but I must have leftovers.

Service was fast and friendly. While the food left much to wish. There are not many places open as late, so beggars cannot be voters. This will definitely be at the top of my list for late evening trips. Update! This is the best Applebee's! The staff was friendly and the food was great!

Food delicious, but coupons weren't as good as appeared to be, as non-alcoholic beverages were pricier than we'd ever seen, that needing to buy beverage to get deal isn'tworth it. Beverage prices weren't on menu. We had to ask them twice what the cost was. A couple nearby were shocked that their sodas cost that much. Ask, if you don't see price listed. Regular lunch menu was less expensive pretty filling.

Good food and service for a chain restaurant. There is a nice selection on the menu and a good selection of lunch specialities. I like her pasta dishes.