APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Shelby (Earl Road)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Shelby Takeout
- Shelby Delivery
- Shelby Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Shelby
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Shelby, near the corner of Earl Road & East Dixon Boulevard. This Cleveland County restaurant sits in an area known for Foothills Piedmont Carolina county seat, 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 Shelby. 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 Earl Road
Applebee’s in Shelby opened its doors on December 19, 2000. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Shelby.
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 Shelby City Hall and City of Shelby recreation centers (City Park) employees, along with those visiting after a day at DMV.
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 Earl Road and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Earl Road
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Shelby and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Shelby 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 Shelby
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Shelby, 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 Shelby City Park, Holly Oak Park, or Kings Road Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Beams Lake or First Broad River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring The International Lineman's Museum or seeing a performance at Don Gibson Theatre can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Gardner–Webb University, and Cleveland Community College make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Shelby Town Plaza Shopping Center appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as Spartanburg Dickens of a Christmas and NC Liver Mush Festival: Mush, Music & Mutts bring the community together, and fans of Carolina Panthers and Charlotte Hornets gather here before heading to the big game at George Blanton Memorial Stadium and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at Lamar St./Pinckney St./Adult DSS.
Shelby Essential Services
Essential services like Cleveland Volunteer Fire Department and Shelby City Police Department are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Patterson Springs, Earl, Boiling Springs, and Lattimore just down the road.








