APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Hickory (Highway 70, S.E.)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Hickory Takeout
- Hickory Delivery
- Hickory Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Hickory
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Hickory, near the corner of 25th Street Boulevard Southeast & US Highway 70 Southeast. This Catawba County restaurant sits in an area known for Catawba Valley furniture heritage, 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 Hickory. 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 CLT 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 Highway 70, S.E.
Applebee’s in Hickory opened its doors on May 18, 1993. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Hickory.
Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby Charlotte 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 Hickory City Hall and Ridgeview Recreation Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at NCDMV Driver's License Office.
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 Highway 70, S.E. and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Highway 70, S.E.
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Hickory and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Hickory 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 Hickory
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Hickory, we get as many as 45 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 15.2°C/59.4°F. Summer highs are near 32.2°C/90.0°F, and winter lows are around -2.1°C/28.1°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Kiwanis City Park, Glenn C. Hilton Memorial Park, or Henry Fork River Regional Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Lake Hickory or Catawba River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring Hickory Museum of Art or seeing a performance at Drendel Auditorium can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from Appalachian State University, Lenoir–Rhyne University, and University of North Carolina at Charlotte make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Valley Crossing appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as Oktoberfest and Hickory Hops bring the community together, and fans of Carolina Panthers and Charlotte Hornets gather here before heading to the big game at Shuford Arena 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.
Hickory Essential Services
Essential services like Hickory Fire Station 5 and Hickory City Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Brookford, Conover, Newton, and Long View just down the road.








