APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Ames (Chestnut)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Ames Takeout
- Ames Delivery
- Ames Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Ames
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Ames, near the corner of South 16th Street & South Duff Avenue. This Story County restaurant sits in an area known for Central Iowa land-grant university town, 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 Ames. 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 Chestnut
Applebee’s in Ames opened its doors on August 24, 1993. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Ames.
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 Ames City Hall and Ames Community Center (City Hall) employees, along with those visiting after a day at the Story 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 Chestnut and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Chestnut
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Ames and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Ames specials and promotions, and sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive exclusive perks.
NFL Season Wing
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every week, Sunday through Thursday
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exclusive deals, specials and more.
Plus, get a free appetizer as a
welcome gift after you sign up.
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Order online and pick up or have
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Long live $6 Spooky Sips
Tips for New Visitors to Applebee's Ames
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Ames, we get as many as 34 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 9.6°C/49.3°F. Summer highs are near 29.8°C/85.7°F, and winter lows are around -11.0°C/12.2°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at State Forest Nursery, Moore Memorial Park, or Brookside Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near South Skunk River or McFarland Lake, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring Ames History Museum or seeing a performance at Stephens Auditorium can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from Iowa State University, Drake University, and Grand View University make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Main Street Station 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 Hilton Coliseum and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at Buckeye Avenue at South 16th Street.
Ames Essential Services
Essential services like Ames Fire Department Station 3 and Ames Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Kelley, Gilbert, Nevada, and Huxley just down the road.
