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Applebee's 20090 Cortez Blvd.

APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Brooksville (Cortez Blvd.)

20090 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 796-4454
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Enjoy your favorites by dining in, online ordering, curbside pickup, and delivery.

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 - 12:00am
Sat 11:00am - 01:00am
Sun 11:00am - 12:00am
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Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Brooksville

Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Brooksville

Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Brooksville, near the corner of Cortez Boulevard & Greenbriar Villa Circle. This Hernando County restaurant sits in an area known for its brick-street historic hilltop downtown, 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 Brooksville. 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 TPA 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 Cortez Blvd.

Applebee’s in Brooksville opened its doors on December 17, 2001. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Brooksville.

Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby MacDill Air 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 Brooksville City Hall and South Brooksville Community Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at Hernando County Veterans Services.

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Get to Know This Applebee's on Cortez Blvd.

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 Cortez Blvd. and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.

Appetizers
Appetizers
Pasta
Pasta
Sandwiches & More
Sandwiches & More
Steaks & Ribs
Steaks & Ribs
Seafood
Seafood
Salads
Salads
Chicken
Chicken
Handcrafted Burgers
Handcrafted Burgers
Cocktails
Cocktails

Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Cortez Blvd.

At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Brooksville and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Brooksville 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 Brooksville

Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Brooksville, we get as many as 57 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 22.1°C/71.8°F. Summer highs are near 30.6°C/87.0°F, and winter lows are around 9.7°C/49.4°F. Dress accordingly!

Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?

Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Bud Mckethan Park, Russell Street Park, or Hernando Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Lake Townsen or Withlacoochee River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.

Culture lovers touring City Hall Art Gallery or seeing a performance at Yuengling Center can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from University of South Florida, Saint Leo University, and Pasco–Hernando State College make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Brooksville Square appreciate our convenient location.

Local events such as Brooksville Raid Reenactment and Brooksville Tangerine Festival bring the community together, and fans of Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa Bay Rays gather here before heading to the big game at Raymond James Stadium and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at a location available via your local transit system.

Brooksville Essential Services

Essential services like City of Brooksville Fire Station/Emergency Management and Hernando County Sheriff's Office South Brooksville Substation are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from San Antonio, St. Leo, Dade City, and Bushnell just down the road.

FAQs About Applebee's Off Cortez Blvd.

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

This Applebee's is approximately 40 miles miles from Tampa International Airport. Stop by before or after your flight to fill up on your favorite things to eat at Applebee's in Brooksville.

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

Happy hour in Brooksville 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 Cortez Boulevard & Greenbriar Villa Circle offers both takeout and delivery through our online ordering system and third-party partners.

Our team at the Brooksville Applebee's may be hiring cooks, servers, bussers, hosts, or managers. Visit our careers page or inquire in person about restaurant jobs in Brooksville 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 Brooksville, 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 Cortez Blvd.? Contact our events team at this location to get started.