APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Wilmington (Kirkwood Highway)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Wilmington Takeout
- Wilmington Delivery
- Wilmington Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Wilmington
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Wilmington, near the corner of Farrand Drive & Kirkwood Highway. This New Castle County restaurant sits in an area known for being the home of the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, 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 Wilmington. 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 ILG 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 Kirkwood Highway
Applebee’s in Wilmington opened its doors on April 14, 2008. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Wilmington.
Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby New Castle Air National Guard 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 Wilmington City Hall and Absalom Jones Community Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at the New Castle 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 Kirkwood Highway and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Kirkwood Highway
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Wilmington and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Wilmington specials and promotions, and sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive exclusive perks.
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Tips for New Visitors to Applebee's Wilmington
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Wilmington, we get as many as 47 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 12.8°C/55.0°F. Summer highs are near 30.3°C/86.6°F, and winter lows are around -4.1°C/24.6°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Lt. Szczerba Memorial Park at Penn Acres, James T. Corcoran Jr. Park, or Elsmere Memorial Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Brandywine Creek or Christina River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring Delaware Military Museum or seeing a performance at The Grand Opera House can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from University of Delaware, Delaware State University, and Delaware Technical Community College make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Kirkwood Plaza appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as A Day in Old New Castle and Bellefonte Arts Festival bring the community together, and fans of Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies gather here before heading to the big game at Delaware Stadium and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at a DART First State stop on Kirkwood Highway.
Wilmington Essential Services
Essential services like Mill Creek Fire Company and New Castle County Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Newport, Elsmere, New Castle, and Newark just down the road.
