Applebee’s® Riblets Plate
Applebee’s Riblets are technically “button ribs” or rib tips, which are a specific flat cut trimmed from the end of pork spareribs. These are slow-cooked until they are fork-tender and then “slathered” in your choice of signature sauce.
- Served with: A standard order includes Classic Fries.
- Sauce Options: Honey BBQ, Sweet Asian Chile, or Hot Honey Glaze.
Price
- Overall Price: $16.49 – $16.99 (Average)
- Note: Prices vary by location. During “All You Can Eat” promotions, riblets are often included for a flat fee (e.g., $15.99).
Calories
The total calorie count depends heavily on the sauce chosen:
- Overall Calories: 910 – 940 kcal (includes fries and a standard sauce).
- Riblets Only (No Sauce): ~600 kcal.
- Sauce Add-on: ~80–130 kcal depending on variety.
Ingredients
While the kitchen uses proprietary pre-marinated pork, the flavor profile is built from:
- Pork: Slow-cooked pork button ribs (contains cartilage, no large bones).
- Marinade/Rub: Corn syrup, liquid smoke, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- Honey BBQ Sauce: Tomato paste, honey, vinegar, molasses, and hickory smoke flavor.
- Sweet Asian Chile Sauce: Soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, ginger, and sugar.
- Fries: Potatoes fried in highly refined soybean oil and seasoned with salt.
Nutrition
Based on a standard plate with Honey BBQ sauce and fries:
| Metric | Value |
| Total Fat | 52g |
| Saturated Fat | 15g |
| Cholesterol | 145mg |
| Sodium | 1,390mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 55g |
| Sugars | 2g (in meat/fries) + ~15g (in sauce) |
| Protein | 57g |
Allergens
Applebee’s utilizes a shared kitchen and fryer oil, so they cannot guarantee an item is 100% allergen-free. However, the standard Riblets Plate typically contains:
- Soy: Present in the frying oil and several sauce options (especially Sweet Asian Chile).
- Wheat/Gluten: The riblets themselves are often prepared without gluten, but the fries and certain sauces (like Sweet Asian Chile) typically contain wheat.
- Nightshades: Paprika, peppers, and potato.
- Dairy: Usually not in the riblets, but check for cross-contamination with the coleslaw (if added).
