The Dish: Applebees With Cheese

If someone told you Applebees, where you eat good in the hood, had arguably the best nachos around, would you believe it? With nearly 1,700 restaurant locations world-wide, and a deal with Weight Watchers, you'd hardly think they'd have the time to perfect the art of nacho making. And though it's hardly something they are known for, in fact I doubt really anyone would have guessed it, but I'm not afraid to say it...they make some damn good (dare I say Five Chip) nachos.

Now maybe you're rolling your eyes or questioning this already questionable blog, but have you ever sat down and actually ordered the perfect-for-two (or three) Nachos Nuevos? Just look at them.

They bring it to you on what appears to be stilts because I assume they don't want anything falling on the way to your mouth, and they have good reason. Applebees goes the route of the tri-colored--blue, white and red--chip, which even though they may have a tendency to over-salt, hold up quite well considering the Stuff they pile on. We're talkin' melted queso (none of that shredded stuff), shredded lettuce, spicy ground beef, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapenos, sour cream (best on the side), guac (ditto) and black beans a'plenty. Not too spicy, quality Stuff-to-Chip ratio and no soggy business.

This plate of yummy goodness is best served with their bucket-sized Bahama Mama, complete with pineapple wedge. You may want to avoid operating any heavy machinery after you tear into this one. And yes, you can always jog it off tomorrow.


Bring your appetite, give them a whirl, and tell us what you think.