APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Santa Maria (S. Bradley)

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Happy Hour: 3-6pm & 9pm-close in the bar area. Enjoy a variety of 1/2 price appetizers and more!

Restaurant Hours
Mon 11:00am - 12:00am
Tue 11:00am - 12:00am
Wed 11:00am - 12:00am
Thu 11:00am - 12:00am
Fri 11:00am - 01:00am
Sat 11:00am - 01:00am
Sun 11:00am - 12:00am
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Carside To Go service
In a hurry? Place your order using our Carside To Go service and pick up your food without leaving your car.
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Santa Maria

Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Santa Maria

Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Santa Maria, near the corner of Columbia Drive & South Bradley Road. This Santa Barbara County restaurant sits in an area known for Central Coast barbecue and wine, making it the perfect family-friendly place to eat for lunch, late-night dining, watch the game, or find happy hour or lunch specials in Santa Maria. If dining in is not on the menu, this restaurant proudly offers restaurant delivery, takeout, and catering.

Whether grabbing dinner with friends, enjoying a family meal, or ordering takeout and delivery, you’ll love our delicious steaks, mouthwatering burgers, shareable appetizers, and famous boneless wings tossed in signature sauces. Returning from an evening flight from SMX airport? Applebee’s is open late just for you, with friendly bartenders ready to pour your favorite drink in a 16-oz glass or our special 20-oz Brewtus.

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Get to Know This Applebee's on S. Bradley

Applebee’s in Santa Maria opened its doors on June 26, 1994. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Santa Maria.

Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby Vandenberg Space Force Base. If you are a veteran or active-duty service member, we invite you to join us and take part in our annual Veterans Day free meal offer. We also welcome City of Santa Maria City Hall and Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at Joseph Centeno Betteravia Government Administration Building.

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Our Menu - Delicious Food Near You

From mouth-watering appetizers to flavorful entrees and tempting desserts, we offer a menu of dishes to satisfy every craving. Enjoy juicy burgers, fresh salads, and homestyle favorites. Visit your nearest neighborhood Applebee's location on S. Bradley and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.

Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On S. Bradley

At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Santa Maria and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Santa Maria specials and promotions, and sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive exclusive perks.

Image of Applebee’s Wing Deals - Score 6 Free Boneless Wings Weekly | Limited time at participating locations. Valid Sunday through Thursday 9/13/26 - 1/10/27 for orders via the Applebee’s website/mobile app. Minimum of $15 excluding alcohol, tax, gift cards, delivery and service fees, and gratuity. Limit one order per week. Other restrictions may apply. Image of Applebee’s Wing Deals - Score 6 Free Boneless Wings Weekly | Limited time at participating locations. Valid Sunday through Thursday 9/13/26 - 1/10/27 for orders via the Applebee’s website/mobile app. Minimum of $15 excluding alcohol, tax, gift cards, delivery and service fees, and gratuity. Limit one order per week. Other restrictions may apply.
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Image of $6 Spooky Sips at Applebee's - Halloween Cocktails & Mocktails | Must be 21+. Void where prohibited. Tax & gratuity excluded. Dine-in only. Participation may vary. While supplies last. ©2026 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC Image of $6 Spooky Sips at Applebee's - Halloween Cocktails & Mocktails | Must be 21+. Void where prohibited. Tax & gratuity excluded. Dine-in only. Participation may vary. While supplies last. ©2026 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC
Must be 21+. Void where prohibited. Tax & gratuity excluded. Dine-in only. Participation may vary. While supplies last. ©2026 Applebee’s Restaurants LLC
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Tips for New Visitors to Applebee's Santa Maria

Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Santa Maria, we get as many as 16 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 15.2°C/59.3°F. Summer highs are near 23.8°C/74.9°F, and winter lows are around 8.2°C/46.9°F. Dress accordingly!

Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?

Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Waller Park, Veterans' Memorial Park, or Alice Trefts Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Cuyama River or Santa Maria River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.

Culture lovers touring Railway Historic Museum Union Sugar 1 or seeing a performance at PCPA-Pacific Conservatory Theatre can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from Cuesta College, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and Allan Hancock College make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Costco Power Shopping Center appreciate our convenient location.

Local events such as Santa Barbara County Fair and Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival bring the community together, and fans of Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers gather here before heading to the big game at Minetti Arena and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at Bradley at Stowell(In and Out).

Santa Maria Essential Services

Essential services like Santa Maria Fire Department and Santa Maria Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Guadalupe, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and Lompoc just down the road.

FAQs About Applebee's Off S. Bradley

Applebee’s in Santa Maria is open during the hours posted above. We recommend calling ahead during holidays and seasonal events.

This Applebee's is approximately 4 miles miles from Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field. Stop by before or after your flight to fill up on your favorite things to eat at Applebee's in Santa Maria.

Applebee’s makes it easy to serve crowd-pleasing favorites for parties, office lunches, team meals, family gatherings, and events in Santa Maria. Visit our catering page to view available options and place your order.

Happy hour in Santa Maria is generally from 3 PM to 6 PM on weekdays and from 3 PM to 6 PM on weekends. We recommend calling the restaurant, as times can change.

The Applebee’s located near the corner of Columbia Drive & South Bradley Road offers both takeout and delivery through our online ordering system and third-party partners.

Our team at the Santa Maria Applebee's may be hiring cooks, servers, bussers, hosts, or managers. Visit our careers page or inquire in person about restaurant jobs in Santa Maria or for application details.

Applebee's does not accept reservations, but feel free to call ahead to check wait times.

With our rotating drink menu, you never know what you'll find at Applebee's in Santa Maria, alongside our signature cocktails. Give us a call to hear what's on tap today.

Thinking of hosting a private event or holiday party at the Applebee’s located off S. Bradley? Contact our events team at this location to get started.