Applebee's Allergen Menu and Information 2026
Dietary guidance for dairy, eggs, wheat, soy, nuts, and shellfish
Important Allergen Warning
Applebee's kitchens handle all major allergens including wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, and shellfish throughout the day. Cross-contamination is possible on any menu item. Guests with severe allergies or anaphylactic reactions should speak directly with a manager before ordering and exercise extreme caution.
Applebee's provides allergen information for major allergens including dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Because Applebee's kitchens handle multiple allergens, cross-contamination is possible. Guests with severe allergies should speak directly with their server and a manager before ordering. The table below summarizes which menu categories most commonly contain each allergen and the relative risk level for guests trying to avoid that allergen at Applebee's.
Major Allergens in Applebee's Kitchen
Wheat and Gluten in Applebee's Menu
Wheat and gluten are present in the majority of Applebee's menu items. Bread products, pasta, breaded appetizers, fried foods cooked in shared fryers, and most sauces thickened with flour all contain gluten. Items naturally lower in gluten exposure include grilled proteins served plain, steamed vegetables prepared in a separate pot, and salads with the dressing on the side. The Grilled Chicken Breast and Blackened Cajun Salmon are the two most commonly recommended starting points for guests trying to minimize gluten contact, but neither can be guaranteed gluten free given shared kitchen surfaces and utensils.
Dairy Containing Items
Dairy is present in nearly every cheese-forward dish, cream sauce, and dessert at Applebee's. The Spinach and Artichoke Dip, all Alfredo pastas, the Triple Chocolate Meltdown, the Brownie Bite Sundae, and any item topped with cheese contain dairy. Many salad dressings, including the house ranch and bleu cheese, are dairy-based. Guests with dairy intolerance can request grilled proteins without butter, plain steamed vegetables, and oil-and-vinegar dressings. Margarine and certain seasonings used at the grill may still contain trace dairy depending on the supplier in your area, so confirm with the kitchen.
Nut Allergies at Applebee's
Tree nuts appear in select salads including the Oriental Chicken Salad which contains almonds. Peanuts may be present in some sauces and dressings. Guests with nut allergies should inform their server and request ingredient details for their specific order before eating. Applebee's does not designate any area of the kitchen as nut-free, so even items that do not list nuts as an ingredient can carry trace exposure depending on shared surfaces and prep tools.
Gluten Sensitive Options
Applebee's does not have a certified gluten free kitchen but offers gluten sensitive menu modifications at many locations. Guests with celiac disease or severe gluten intolerance should be aware that cross-contamination is likely in Applebee's kitchens. Visit our dedicated gluten sensitive menu page for more information.
Allergen FAQ
Does Applebee's have a gluten free menu?
Applebee's does not offer a certified gluten free menu. The kitchen handles wheat and gluten-containing ingredients throughout the day creating a risk of cross-contamination. Guests with celiac disease should exercise caution. Some items can be modified to reduce gluten but cannot be guaranteed gluten free.
Can I see full nutrition information for Applebee's?
Full nutrition and allergen information for all Applebee's menu items is available on the official Applebee's website at applebees.com. The information includes calorie counts, macronutrients, and allergen details for each item.