"I usually enjoy dining at Applebee's, but this visit was disappointing. The staff appeared confused and seemed more focused on socializing and taking smoke breaks than attending to customers. Our food arrived without any silverware, so after waiting for a while, I had to go ask for it. They also forgot my wife's order, and I had to inquire about it. As for the food, it was just mediocre at best. Overall, it was not a great night out. With the need to save money these days, this experience has made me think twice about dining out and has encouraged me to eat at home instead."