APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Altoona (8th Street SW)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Altoona Takeout
- Altoona Delivery
- Altoona Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Altoona
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Altoona, near the corner of 36th Avenue Southwest & 8th Street Southwest. This Polk County restaurant sits in an area known for being the home of Adventureland park and Prairie Meadows, 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 Altoona. 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 DSM 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 8th Street SW
Applebee’s in Altoona opened its doors on August 14, 2000. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Altoona.
Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby Camp Dodge. 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 Altoona City Hall and Townsend Community Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at Des Moines Municipal Building.
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 8th Street SW and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On 8th Street SW
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Altoona and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Altoona specials and promotions, and sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive exclusive perks.
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Cheesy Chicken Skillet and NEW
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Tips for New Visitors to Applebee's Altoona
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Altoona, we get as many as 35 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 10.2°C/50.3°F. Summer highs are near 30.5°C/86.9°F, and winter lows are around -10.2°C/13.6°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Eagle Ridge Park, Mally's Park, or Spring Creek Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Des Moines River or Raccoon River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring Altoona Area Historical Society or seeing a performance at Iowa State Fairgrounds can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from Drake University, Iowa State University, and Grand View University make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Pine Tree Plaza appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as Des Moines Beaverdale Fall Festival and Des Moines Arts Festival bring the community together, and fans of Iowa State Cyclones and Iowa Central gather here before heading to the big game at McCain's Offroad Park and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at the Outlets of Des Moines stop.
Altoona Essential Services
Essential services like Altoona Fire Department and Altoona Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Pleasant Hill, Bondurant, Des Moines, and Mitchellville just down the road.
