APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Aurora (E. Iliff Avenue)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Aurora Takeout
- Aurora Delivery
- Aurora Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Aurora
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Aurora, near the corner of South Blackhawk Street & East Iliff Avenue. This Arapahoe County restaurant sits in an area known for being the home of Cherry Creek State Park, 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 Aurora. 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 DEN 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.
Get to Know This Applebee's on E. Iliff Avenue
Applebee’s in Aurora opened its doors on September 7, 1992. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Aurora.
Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby Buckley 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 Aurora City Hall and Central Recreation Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at the Arapahoe County Courthouse.
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 E. Iliff Avenue and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On E. Iliff Avenue
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Aurora and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Aurora specials and promotions, and sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive exclusive perks.
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Order online and pick up or have
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Tips for New Visitors to Applebee's Aurora
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Aurora, we get as many as 17 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 9.1°C/48.3°F. Summer highs are near 30.1°C/86.3°F, and winter lows are around -7.8°C/17.9°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Cherry Creek State Park, Horseshoe Park, or Hampden Heights Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Cherry Creek Lake or Bluff Lake, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring MMG Art Studio & Gallery or seeing a performance at Aurora Fox Arts Center can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, and Community College of Aurora make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Gateway Square appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as Denver A Taste of Colorado and Denver Cherry Creek Arts Festival bring the community together, and fans of Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies gather here before heading to the big game at Empower Field at Mile High and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at Iliff Avenue and South Blackhawk Street.
Aurora Essential Services
Essential services like Aurora Fire Rescue Station 7 and Aurora Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Greenwood Village, Centennial, Glendale, and Foxfield just down the road.








