"Originally established in 1980, Applebee's started as âT.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs,â evoking a unique drugstore theme before evolving into a franchise."
"Despite numerous name ideas, including 'Cinnamon's' and 'Peppers,' the Palmers settled on 'Applebee's' by altering its spelling to overcome trademark issues."
Applebee's, originally opened in 1980 in Decatur, Georgia, began as 'T.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs,' themed like a drugstore. The co-founders, Bill and T.J. Palmer, chose the name somewhat randomly from a phone book but had to adjust the spelling to 'Applebee's' due to trademark issues. The restaurant quickly gained popularity, leading to its expansion as a franchise after being sold to W.R. Grace and Company in 1983. Today, it offers a variety of cocktails and seeks to embody comfort and community dining.
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