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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.
Hours
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Monday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12 AM |
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Applebee’s Grill + Bar Restaurant in Columbus, NE, 68601
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Reviews
Eatta Nachos
Have eaten here before but this was a new one for me. We walked in and stood by the front of house stand. There was nobody there. The seats were less than half filled and there was 3 or 4 of the bartender/waitstaff doing there job with the seated customers. At least 2 of them walked by us without even as much as making eye contact more than once. There was no please seat yourself sign, or anything saying please be patient we will be with you shortly. My daughter finally said well we could go somewhere else so we did. As it turns out, the Mexican place down the street in the strip mall by Walmart was pretty good! Thanks for making me try new things Columbus, NE Applebee’s staff! I think I will continue trying new places before I come back to you.
… moreKayla Heard
Our server was amazing. Very attentive, kind, and overall great. Food was great. Our issue was with the hostess. There was no greeting and we were seated at a table that she was actively picking food and forks off of as she seated us. We had to ask her to wipe it off later. We then watched as several tables around us had to ask for their tables to be cleaned off as well. The ladies bathroom toilets, you could see pee and stuff on the back wall which had to build up over time. Other than those two things, we had a good experience!
… moreVerlyn VanRegenmorter
Food is good. Service sucked. Hostess made us wait 25 minutes to seat us 7 tables occupied. Thought 1 server no 3 spent more time in kitchen than working. Didn’t give us silverware so when we asked another server she threw them on table. Definite management problem. All who came behind us had to sit and wait to be seated also. Service would be zero if I could give that
… moreLori Hagge
The ads, Google, and sign out front all say open until midnight 7 days a week. We went tonight February 25 2026 they closed at 10. We arrived about 9:30. They said we were OK but the kitchen closes at 10. There were 4 people that came in at 10 and were turned away.
Appetizers are half price from 9-midnight? Our order was screwed up because of this. We wanted an appetizer trio-fine. We got a 2 for $25 also with a appetizer. My husband said he wanted mozzarella sticks. So our waiter brought us 2 orders of mozzarella sticks as well as a trio. My husband said we got an app half price but I really don’t know if 2 were half price or not. I did not see the ticket.
My husband ordered the oh my cheeseburger. I ordered a half rack of ribs. Burger was just about petrified it was so overcooked. My ribs were burnt, hard, and I could not pull or cut them apart. We put most of our entrees on to go boxes. Nearly inedible. Maybe tomorrow it will be better. Fries were good, crisp, and very hot. I was able to get a refill of my pop in a to go cup. It was a large sized cup which was a nice surprise.
We heard a person in the back speaking loudly about someone needing to clean the tables. Then about 2 minutes later at least 1 worker left. She was to enjoy her day off on thursday. I think everyone should stay until the dining area and bar area are clear and clean.
Overall this was not a good experience. We are from out of town and traveled to Columbus for Applebee’s. We were very disappointed tonight.
… moreAppetizers are half price from 9-midnight? Our order was screwed up because of this. We wanted an appetizer trio-fine. We got a 2 for $25 also with a appetizer. My husband said he wanted mozzarella sticks. So our waiter brought us 2 orders of mozzarella sticks as well as a trio. My husband said we got an app half price but I really don’t know if 2 were half price or not. I did not see the ticket.
My husband ordered the oh my cheeseburger. I ordered a half rack of ribs. Burger was just about petrified it was so overcooked. My ribs were burnt, hard, and I could not pull or cut them apart. We put most of our entrees on to go boxes. Nearly inedible. Maybe tomorrow it will be better. Fries were good, crisp, and very hot. I was able to get a refill of my pop in a to go cup. It was a large sized cup which was a nice surprise.
We heard a person in the back speaking loudly about someone needing to clean the tables. Then about 2 minutes later at least 1 worker left. She was to enjoy her day off on thursday. I think everyone should stay until the dining area and bar area are clear and clean.
Overall this was not a good experience. We are from out of town and traveled to Columbus for Applebee’s. We were very disappointed tonight.
Melissa Ruge
We walked in to an empty place and two workers were standing at the bar, looked right at us and left us standing in the entry area so we sat ourselves. Our waitress was of zero service- she took our order and brought one refill which we had to track her down for after she passed by on her phone and ignored us. The cook brought out our appetizer and meal, waitress didn’t follow up or ask if we need anything else. Sat and waited after our meal was complete with still no check in. Had to bother another server AGAIN to even get our ticket to leave. Never have had an experience like this from anywhere before. While I offer a lot of patience and grace with people who try, this waitress didn’t try at all.
… moreSalest
We were a large party and we were seared almost immediately. Appetizers were yummy! We did have some issues with food quality on a side salad that was added on for about 5.00… it was filled with lettuce that had rotted leaves or dirt. Order to delivery was a bit longer than expected and the food did not come out together as we expected. The service was was “ok”. The server was very friendly.
… moreOVERNIGHT
Really nice service are food was really good.
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Adrien Leporcq
I come to this restaurant regularly and it’s usually perfect: great food, friendly service, no issues at all.
This time, there was a small hiccup — we waited about 15 minutes before someone came to take our order. It’s not something that usually happens, so I’m just mentioning it.
Aside from that, the meal was, as always, really good. I’ll definitely keep coming back!
… moreThis time, there was a small hiccup — we waited about 15 minutes before someone came to take our order. It’s not something that usually happens, so I’m just mentioning it.
Aside from that, the meal was, as always, really good. I’ll definitely keep coming back!
Julio Reyes
Excellent service! The sirloin was cooked exactly the way I asked.
… moreHarrison Martin
The recent reviews are 100% accurate. No one greets you, waited 5 minutes with several employees who looked right at me. On top of that, the bar was closed, at 930pm! This place is directly next to a hotel. Many of us workers, travel late and have money to spend. This place needs serious management help.
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