"Spend happy hour sipping at Chili's, and cocktails are limited to the $6 Margarita of the Month or $7 Tequila Classic Marg. Grab a table at Applebee's, and cocktails drop to $4 or $5. Beers at both chains sit roughly on par, at $3 to $4. It doesn't sound hugely drastic, but every dollar counts - especially if you're sipping multiple Long Islands."
"Let's be honest, the chaos of happy hour traditionally unravels at the bar. Food is a tougher call. That said, both Chili's and Applebee's tend to offer (at least something) in the way of stomach-sweeteners. Memorize when Chili's happy hour is and what deals are included; many locations offer discounted appetizers, like reduced boneless wings. Similarly, Applebee's provides 50% appetizer discounts, including reductions on mozzarella sticks, chicken quesadillas, boneless wings, and onion rings. That's pretty neck-and-neck."
Happy hours at Chili's and Applebee's commonly overlap on weekdays, often between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., creating a choice for value-seeking patrons. Drink pricing favors Applebee's, with cocktails frequently priced at $4–$5 versus Chili's $6–$7 margaritas, while beers at both chains tend to be about $3–$4. Applebee's has run steep promotions such as $1 "Dollarita" house margaritas. Food deals are broadly similar: many Chili's locations discount appetizers and Applebee's offers 50% off select appetizers like mozzarella sticks, quesadillas, boneless wings, and onion rings. Promotion availability varies by location.
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