There's Always A Reason to Celebrate at Applebee's...

A winning goal, a new car, a new start. Or simply enjoying the spontaneity of the moment. There's always a reason to celebrate at Applebee's Bar & Grill...

Celebrate everything at Applebee's Bar & Grill with their wide range of classic All-American Ribs, Steaks, Burgers and other dishes where everyday moments turn into flavorful and memorable celebrations. Read on and start celebrating...

Located at the Bonifacio Global City, Applebee's Bar & Grill brings its own brand of comforting American flavors to the metro. Inside the cozy interiors of Applebee's Bar & Grill, one is immediately greeted by the warm smiles of the staff, as my refreshing Grape Shake (R) is served.

Each dish in the extensive menu  are prepared under the supervision of Executive Chef Paolo Gutierrez and Chef Jaimie Arneson (L) at Applebee's Bar & Grill, recreating the All-American flavors the brand is known for back in the US.  With the chef's recommendations, the kitchen is fired up...

Start your celebration at Applebee's with some of their signature Bar Chow versions of their best-selling appetizers, like the Sriracha Shrimp (P 295 Bar Chow/P 445 Appetizer), crispy shrimp coated with rich and creamy Sriracha chili-lime laid on crisp wonton strips. The plump shrimps have a fresh snap in every bite, releasing a burst of briny sweetness layered with the sharp notes of the Sriracha for complex yet balanced notes. The Sriracha chili-lime packs a soothing heat, yet it doesn't overwhelm the delicate flavors of the shrimps. This one's a winner, and best paired with Applebee's creative cocktails (more on Applebee's refreshing cocktails on my other post here).

I've always enjoyed green beans, and I love it even more now with Applebee's inventive Green Bean Crispers (P 195), battered and fried green beans with lemon aioli, another flavorful surprise. The fresh and clean notes of the green beans, with its mild sweetness and firm "snap," are perfectly complimented by the creamy lemon aioli. The batter is light and crisp, and you taste more of the fresh green beans with every bite.

Applebee's does amazing things with wontons, like the Wonton Taco (P 195 Bar Chow/P 225 Appetizer), spicy chicken stuffed wonton shells with coleslaw and cilantro. The wontons are light and crisp, the perfect base for a refreshing and playfully inventive taco. The mildly spicy chicken with coleslaw and cilantro deliver clean yet vibrant flavors.

Applebee's creative take on classic comfort food is again highlighted with their Quesadilla Burger (P 525), a cool spin on the classic burger with thick and juicy all-beef patty topped with Applebee's signature Mexi-Ranch sauce, pico de gallo and shredded lettuce served in a unique Jack and Cheddar Quesadilla. The thin and light quesadilla retains its form all the way to the last bite, absorbing the juicy richness of the all-beef patty. The tart hint of the pico de gallo and the sharp yet creamy notes of the Jack and Cheddar blend seamlessly with the bold and juicy richness of the hefty beef patty. It's a burger with a twist, perfectly executed at Applebee's.

Make it a real celebration with Applebee's signature Pork Ribs (P 650 Half Slab/P 950 Full Slab), barbecue pork ribs marinated in Applebee's signature house-blended sauce, grilled to perfection, and served with corn on the cob, French fries, and coleslaw with a choice of Honey BBQ Sauce, Smoky Chipotle, Spicy Sweet Asian Chili, and Korean BBQ Sauce.

The juicy ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, with the Smoky Chipotle glaze completing the rich flavors. The Smoky Chipotle Sauce gives the signature ribs comforting and familiar notes. You can have your ribs with a distinct Asian spin with their Spicy Sweet Asian Chili or the Korean BBQ Sauce, or classic Southwestern flavors with the Honey BBQ Sauce. Your call. At Applebee's, you can have a slab of juicy ribs with traditional flavors or discover new flavor experiences with their house-made sauces.

Craving for pasta? Here's one to make any day so much better, Applebee's 4-Cheese Mac & Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken Tenders (P 385), with soft yet firm corkscrew-shaped Cavatappi pasta draped in a rich 4-cheese cream sauce tossed with bacon and bell peppers, topped with crisp and juicy chicken tenders glazed with honey pepper sauce. The richness of the four cheese cream sauce are perfectly tempered by the honey pepper chicken tenders for balanced flavors. A meal in itself, or great for sharing.

In between bites, have a sip of Applebee's refreshing Shakes (P 195), in Oreo Cookie, Strawberry, Chocolate, and Vanilla; and Fresh Fruit Shakes (P 175) using fresh fruits in season. Or go for the new Strawberry Banana Colada (L) or the indulgently creamy Blueberry Cheesecake Shake (R) along with their signature desserts...

...like the Triple Chocolate Meltdown (P 295), an indulgently rich and moist chocolate cake with a fudge-filled center served with vanilla ice cream and hot fudge. It's the perfect ending to cap your celebration at Applebee's. And there's more. Applebee's celebrates the season of hearts in style with their "For the Love of Food and Wine" Valentine's Promotion. From February 12 to 14, 2016, diners can enjoy a free glass of Beringer House Chardonnay or Beringer House Cabernet Sauvignon for every order of Applebee's entree selections, like steaks & ribs, pasta, sizzling entrees, chicken & fish, and burgers (terms and conditions apply). At Applebee's, there's always a reason to celebrate...

Applebee's Grill & Bar is located at the Ground Floor, W Global Center, 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City or call 512-1952 for inquiries.

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