Applebee’s® Riblets Platter
The Riblets Platter features a generous serving of slow-cooked pork riblets. Unlike traditional baby back ribs, riblets are smaller, meaty portions of pork rib tips. They are “slathered” in your choice of signature sauce—typically Honey BBQ, Sweet Asian Chile, or Hot Honey Glaze—and are served with classic fries and signature coleslaw.
Price
While prices vary by location and delivery platform, the standard range for the platter is:
- Overall Price: $16.79 – $18.99
- Note: Applebee’s frequently runs “All You Can Eat” promotions (including riblets) for approximately $15.99.
Calories
The total calorie count depends heavily on the sauce and side choices.
- Overall Calories (As served): 1,350 – 1,720 kcal
- Riblets Only (No sauce/sides): ~940 kcal
- Honey BBQ Sauce (Add-on): ~330 kcal
- Classic Fries: ~430 kcal
- Coleslaw: ~150 kcal
Ingredients
The platter consists of the following primary components:
- Pork Riblets: Slow-cooked pork rib tips, often seasoned with a dry rub of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Signature Sauces: * Honey BBQ: Tomato paste, honey, molasses, vinegar, and liquid smoke.
- Sweet Asian Chile: Soy sauce, chili pepper, garlic, and ginger.
- Classic Fries: Deep-fried potato strips seasoned with salt.
- Signature Coleslaw: Shredded cabbage and carrots mixed with a creamy dressing (mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar).
Nutrition
Based on a standard platter with Honey BBQ sauce and fries:
| Nutrient | Value | % Daily Value |
| Total Fat | 82g – 92g | 115% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g – 26g | 130% |
| Cholesterol | 235mg – 250mg | 80% |
| Sodium | 3,130mg – 4,850mg | 150%+ |
| Total Carbs | 133g – 186g | 50% |
| Sugars | 68g – 80g | — |
| Protein | 71g – 93g | 150% |
Allergens
Applebee’s uses shared fryers and prep areas, so cross-contamination is possible. The primary allergens in this platter include:
- Soy: Found in the Sweet Asian Chile sauce and the highly refined soybean oil used for the fries.
- Wheat/Gluten: The riblets themselves may contain gluten depending on the seasoning/sauce; the fries are often cross-contaminated in the fryer.
- Egg: Present in the coleslaw dressing.
- Milk: May be present in certain breading or sauce components.
- Fish/Shellfish: Often present as cross-contamination from the shared fryer.
