APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Springfield (Sunrise Drive)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Springfield Takeout
- Springfield Delivery
- Springfield Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Springfield
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Springfield, near the corner of Sunrise Drive & East Stanford Avenue. This Sangamon County restaurant sits in an area known for Illinois capital and Route 66, 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 Springfield. 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 SPI 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 Sunrise Drive
Applebee’s in Springfield opened its doors on March 22, 2004. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Springfield.
Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby Capital Airport 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 Springfield City Hall and Salvation Army Clear Lake Corps Community Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at IL Dept. of Human Services.
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 Sunrise Drive and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Sunrise Drive
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Springfield and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Springfield specials and promotions, and sign up for Club Applebee’s and receive exclusive perks.
Tips for New Visitors to Applebee's Springfield
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Springfield, we get as many as 39 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 11.6°C/52.9°F. Summer highs are near 29.9°C/85.8°F, and winter lows are around -7.6°C/18.3°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Washington Park, Southwind Park, or Lincoln Memorial Garden and Trails with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near South Fork Sangamon River or Clear Lake, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring Illinois State Museum Society or seeing a performance at UIS Performing Arts Center can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from University of Illinois Springfield, Illinois College, and Lincoln Land Community College make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Capital City Shopping Center appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as Illinois State Fair and Old Capitol Art Fair bring the community together, and fans of St. Louis Cardinals and Illinois State Redbirds gather here before heading to the big game at Busch Stadium and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at Stanford and Dirksen.
Springfield Essential Services
Essential services like Springfield Fire Department and Springfield Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Southern View, Rochester, Grandview, and Jerome just down the road.








