APPLEBEE'S GRILL + BAR
Restaurant in Knoxville (Central Avenue)
- Pick Up Inside
- Dine-In
- Online Ordering
- Knoxville Takeout
- Knoxville Delivery
- Knoxville Catering
- Carside To Go
- Wi-Fi Available
Neighborhood Favorites at Applebee's Knoxville
Applebee’s is an American restaurant and bar and grill in Knoxville, near the corner of Cedar Lane & Central Avenue Pike. This Knox County restaurant sits in an area known for its 1982 World's Fair Sunsphere, 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 Knoxville. 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 TYS 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 Central Avenue
Applebee’s in Knoxville opened its doors on May 23, 1994. Experience what makes it a go-to destination for burgers, steaks, appetizers, and boneless wings, all available for takeout and delivery in Knoxville.
Our guests include military veterans, some of whom served at the nearby McGhee Tyson 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 Knoxville City Hall and Christenberry Community Center employees, along with those visiting after a day at the Knox 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 Central Avenue and savor the flavors of our menu today! You can also enjoy the convenience of online ordering.
Irresistible Deals & Rewards At Applebee's On Central Avenue
At Applebee's, we offer irresistible deals, specials, and rewards to enhance your dining experience. Join us for Happy Hour in Knoxville and enjoy discounted drinks and appetizers. Take advantage of current Knoxville 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 Knoxville
Check the weather before you come to eat with us. In Knoxville, we get as many as 52 inches of rain annually and average temperatures around 14.4°C/57.9°F. Summer highs are near 30.7°C/87.3°F, and winter lows are around -2.5°C/27.4°F. Dress accordingly!
Need An Excuse to Go Out to Eat?
Need some excuses to get out today? Head out for a picnic at Sharp's Ridge Memorial Park, World's Fair Park, or Fountain City Park with our Fiesta Lime Chicken or Salads to-go. Or, after a hot day near Lake Mary Ella or Holston River, stop in for an Applewood-smoked burger and a cold draft beer.
Culture lovers touring Knox Moustache & Beard Museum or seeing a performance at Tennessee Theatre can cap the day with one of our signature cocktails at the bar. Students from University of Tennessee, Maryville College, and Carson–Newman University make us their favorite study-break spot, while shoppers at Clinton Plaza appreciate our convenient location.
Local events such as Big Ears Festival and Hola Festival bring the community together, and fans of Tennessee Volunteers and Knoxville Smokies gather here before heading to the big game at Thompson-Boling Arena and other popular arenas. If you decide to leave your car at home, the nearest bus stop is at Cedar Lane WB at Central Avenue Pk.
Knoxville Essential Services
Essential services like Knoxville Fire Department Station 7 and Knoxville Police Department - TN are only blocks away, and you’ll find neighbors from Clinton, Rockford, Louisville, and Alcoa just down the road.
