10 Movies Remakes That Were Better Than The Original The exceptions to the bad remake rule. The Mary Sue · Apr 25
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 · Apr 19
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 · Mar 26
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 · Mar 20
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 · Mar 3
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 · Feb 18
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… Grocery Coupon Guide · Feb 12
‘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 We Got This Covered · Jan 2
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. International Business Times UK · Dec 28, 2025
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. We Got This Covered · Dec 20, 2025
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. We Got This Covered · Dec 18, 2025
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 The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2025
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. International Business Times · Nov 11, 2025
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. Benzinga · Nov 5, 2025
Cinemablend · Oct 30, 2025 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 · Sep 5, 2025 ‘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 · Aug 22, 2025 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 · Aug 21, 2025 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 · Aug 13, 2025 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.
The Mary Sue · Aug 6, 2025 ‘Chilis would never’: California Applebee’s customer orders 8-ounce medium rare steak. Then she sees what she gets Shrinkflation isn’t just hitting grocery store aisles—it’s showing up at restaurants, too.
Benzinga · Aug 6, 2025 What's Going On With Dine Brands Stock Today? Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE:DIN) shares are trading lower on Wednesday after the company reported second-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.17, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $1.44.
Fortune · Jul 29, 2025 Here's where to get free and discounted food on National Chicken Wing Day 2025 Deals extend far beyond Buffalo.
Reason · Jul 25, 2025 The Online Right's Fairy-Tale Gender Politics Would wealthy men really choose a Waffle House waitress over a girlboss?
The Mary Sue · Jun 27, 2025 ‘Applebee’s stopped being good in 2007’: Applebee’s customer orders $15 all-you-can-eat chicken tenders. Then he sees what he gets An Applebee’s customer may have experienced the all-you-can-eat version of shrinkflation.
The Mary Sue · Jun 6, 2025 ‘All these places are stealing’: Applebee’s customer looks at suggested tip amount on bill. Then he does the math One customer says, “Applebee’s is out to get you” after looking at the tip amount on the Ziosk as they tried to pay.