Applebee’s Grill + Bar Menu: Allergens

Before your next trip to Applebee’s Grill & Bar, check this reference guide for a list of the sandwiches, burgers, steaks, pasta dishes, and other menu items made with eggs, fish, gluten, milk, nuts, sesame, soy, sulfites, or wheat.

Read through to the final section of this allergen report for a list of menu items made without any of the nine major food allergens.

If you’re unfamiliar with the list of foods that restaurants must declare as allergens and you understand the risk of cross-contamination, please read through to the end of this report for a quick overview of the nine foods recognized by the FDA as major allergens.

Applebee’s Allergen Menu

This section lists menu items made with one or more common food allergen. Nutrition and ingredients information is sourced from Applebee’s restaurant, based on standard formulations and recipes, and excludes any substitutions or add-ons.

Appetizers

The following table lists the allergens in chicken wings, tacos, onion rings, and other shareable plates served at Applebee’s family restaurant.

Soups and Salads

Here is the list of food allergens in Applebee’s soups, side salads, and entree salads. The allergen report is based on standard recipes and include the suggested salad dressing.

Burgers & Steaks

The table below lists common food allergens in hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and steaks, excluding any side dishes.

However, either french fries or a side dish is included in the price of the meal. For the list of allergens in mashed potatoes, cheesy broccoli, or another option, see the Side Dishes section below.

Chicken & Seafood

The following table provides a list of allergens in Applebee’s chicken and seafood dishes, excluding available side dishes.

If anyone in your group has food sensitivities or allergies, inform the restaurant manager before placing an order. Make sure the kitchen and server staff are aware of any dietary restrictions.

Pasta and Bowls

Here is a list of the allergens in pasta dishes and Irresist-A-Bowls available at Applebee’s, a family-friendly casual dining restaurant.

Applebee’s may change its menu without notice. Menu items not listed in this report is not an indication of an allergy free product.

Sandwiches

Here is a list of the chicken sandwich options and prime rib dipper sandwich available on Applebee’s main menu.

Side Dishes

Here is a list of the allergens in Applebee’s onion rings, mashed potatoes, and other side dishes.

Kids Meals

Here is a list of the allergens in kid-friendly options, including a kids cheeseburger, cheesy pizza, corn dog, and sweet treats.

Applebee’s staff may follow strict safety procedures; however, the restaurant cannot guarantee food options are 100% free from the risk of allergens.

Kitchen areas have limited space and food is prepared on and with shared equipment. Menu items may contain or come in contact with other foods during the preparation, cooking, and serving process.

Moreover, recipes and ingredients may vary by location or due to seasonal changes. Individuals with food sensitivities should discuss any concerns with the manager at the local restaurant prior to ordering.

Made Without Major Allergens

While the recipes for certain food products may not include eggs, milk, sesame, wheat, soy, fish, or nuts, there is no guarantee of food safety at any restaurant. Due to cross-contamination, trace amounts of any major allergen may be present in foods listed below.

Applebee’s Grill + Bar indicates which menu items are made with gluten. The following foods, when ordered as an a la carte option without side dishes, are made without any of the nine common food allergens and without gluten or sulfites.

Unless otherwise indicated, the menu items listed below exclude any additional flavoring, dipping sauces, or dressings.

Menu items that are made without gluten may not meet the definition of gluten-free for individuals with celiac disease.

Overview of Food Allergens

The United States FDA has identified nine major food allergens: eggs, fish, milk, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soybeans, tree nuts, and wheat.

Certain foods, such as highly refined oil, even if derived from a particular allergen group, are exempted from federal regulation. Refined soybean oil, for example, is not considered a common allergen in terms of disclosure requirements.

Fast food menu items are prepared in common areas using shared equipment and kitchen tools. By way of example, fried foods are generally cooked in the same fryer and oil used for other products that contain milk, wheat, or fish.

In addition, restaurant suppliers may prepare foods in facilities where soy, eggs, nuts, wheat, and other ingredients are present.

As a result, even foods made without a declared food allergen may come in contact with allergens through cross contamination.

Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change recipes or formulations without notice. Check package labels and ask the product manufacturer or restaurant for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide healthcare advice or dietary recommendations. Always consult your licensed physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

Allergens and ingredients source: Applebee’s Grill + Bar. Food product images courtesy of Applebee’s. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients for purposes of research and commentary related to fast food nutrition.