Restaurant
Unclaimed profileApplebee's Grill + Bar
Vancouver, WA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Applebee's Grill + Bar leans into seasonal fun with its $6 Spooky Sips cocktail lineup, including the Tipsy Zombie and Dracula's Juice. These promotional drinks use premium spirits like BACARDÍ and Cuervo. Beyond the themed cocktails, Happy Hour showcases cold draft beers and appetizers, while mocktails are teased for non-drinkers. It's a budget-friendly stop for a themed drink, though the regular beverage program stays in the background.
- What should I order?
- Order the Spooky Sips cocktail duo: Tipsy Zombie with BACARDÍ, served mucho, and Dracula's Juice with BACARDÍ and Cuervo Traditional 100% de Agave. Both are $6, making them a low-cost way to sample the seasonal lineup.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who enjoy themed, budget-priced cocktails and a casual Happy Hour atmosphere will find the Spooky Sips offerings appealing. The $6 price point and recognizable spirit brands make it an easy choice for a relaxed outing.
- When should I go?
- Happy Hour is the time to visit, as the promotional page highlights cocktails, draft beer, and appetizers during those hours. The Spooky Sips cocktails are a seasonal feature, so time a visit to catch them.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Spooky Sips promotion sets Applebee's apart with its themed, low-priced cocktails featuring premium spirits like BACARDÍ and Cuervo. The 'mucho' serving format for the Tipsy Zombie adds a playful twist, while the inclusion of mocktails in the same promotion shows attention to non-alcoholic drinkers.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Signature cocktails include a seasonal Spooky Sips lineup featuring Tipsy Zombie and Dracula's Juice, both $6. Promotional images show themed drinks with premium spirits, and Happy Hour highlights the cocktail program.
Menu strengths
- — Two named seasonal cocktails with clear spirit bases (BACARDÍ and Cuervo).
Standout selections
- — Tipsy Zombie: new cocktail with BACARDÍ, served mucho, $6.
- — Dracula's Juice: new cocktail with BACARDÍ and Cuervo Traditional 100% de Agave, $6.
Pricing: Spooky Sips cocktails are $6 each.
Beer
Cold draft beers and a selection of beers are available, with draft beer highlighted as part of the Happy Hour offerings.
Menu strengths
- — Cold draft beer is a clear part of the Happy Hour beverage lineup.
Standout selections
- — Happy Hour page highlights cocktails, draft beer, and appetizers.
Nonalcoholic
Mocktails are mentioned in promotional material for the Spooky Sips event, and non-alcoholic drink options may be available during Happy Hour.
Menu strengths
- — Mocktails are included in the seasonal Spooky Sips promotion.
Standout selections
- — Non-alcoholic drink options may be available during Happy Hour.
How it sits with the food
Happy Hour pairs cocktails and draft beer with appetizers, suggesting a food-friendly beverage menu. The Spooky Sips cocktails, with their rum and tequila bases, would likely complement the savory, fried appetizers typical of the venue.
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