Applebee's • Lunch Combos
Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad
Half sandwich with a side Caesar or house salad. Available Mon-Fri 11 AM-3 PM
≈ $9.79
Estimated — delivery apps typically add 15-30% before fees. Actual prices vary by platform and location.
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad
The Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad is half sandwich with a side caesar or house salad. available mon-fri 11 am-3 pm It comes in at 440 calories with 26g of protein, and is priced at $7.99 in the Lunch Combos section of the Applebee's menu — about 1.82 cents per 100 calories. Applebee's is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,600 locations known for Triple Chocolate Meltdown, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp. Our Applebee's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad compares to similar Applebee's items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad (this item) | $7.99 | 440 | 1.82 |
| Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Soup | $7.99 | 480 | 1.66 |
| Lunch Combo — Pasta & Soup or Salad | $8.99 | 520 | 1.73 |
Average price in the Lunch Combos section: $8.32. This item is below the section average.
How the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad compares at other chains
Compare the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Applebee's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applebee's | Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad | $7.99 | — |
| Cheddar's Kitchen | Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Soup | $9.99 | $2.00 less |
| Chili's | Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Soup | $6.99 | $1.00 more |
| Jimmy John's | Box Lunch (Full Sub) | $12.99 | $5.00 less |
| LongHorn Steakhouse | Lunch Outlaw Ribeye (6 oz) | $14.99 | $7.00 less |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Applebee's secret menu items
Fiesta Lime Chicken (Remake) · $14.99
Creamy lime-marinated chicken with melted cheese, tortilla strips, and fiesta rice — a discontinued fan favorite that can still be ordered as a custom modification
How to order: Ask for grilled chicken breast topped with Monterey Jack cheese, served on a bed of rice with pico de gallo and tortilla strips. Add a side of lime sauce.
Quesadilla Burger · $13.99
A burger patty sandwiched between two cheese quesadillas instead of a bun — extra cheesy and crispy
How to order: Order a Classic Bacon Cheeseburger and ask for it 'quesadilla style' — they'll swap the bun for two mini quesadillas.
Loaded Nacho Fries · $10.99
Crispy fries topped with seasoned beef, melted cheese, pico de gallo, sour cream, and jalapeños — loaded nacho style
How to order: Order an order of fries and ask them to add seasoned beef, nacho cheese, pico de gallo, and sour cream on top. Available in-store only.
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad good value at Applebee's?
At $7.99, the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad costs about 1.82 cents per 100 calories against a $8.32 average in the Lunch Combos section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Applebee's sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad at Applebee's
The Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad is available at Applebee's locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Applebee's app or third-party services. Order through the official Applebee's ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Applebee's menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad
- 1Check current Applebee's deals — 2 for $25 Dinner Deal.
- 2Prices have trended +4.0% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Lunch Combo — Half Sandwich & Side Salad prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Applebee's national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $8.95 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Los Angeles: $8.65 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Chicago: $8.15 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Houston: $7.65 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Atlanta: $7.85 (Estimated — on par with national average — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
- Columbus: $7.50 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Triple Chocolate Meltdown)
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About Applebee's
Applebee's is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 1,600 locations known for Triple Chocolate Meltdown, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp. Our Applebee's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including all-you-can-eat — $15.99 unlimited, appetizers, handcrafted burgers, chicken & entrees. Current deals include 2 for $25 Dinner Deal.
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