Applebee's, originally opened in 1980 in Decatur, Georgia, began as 'T.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs,' themed like a drugstore. The co-founders, Bill and T.J. Palmer, chose the name somewhat randomly from a phone book but had to adjust the spelling to 'Applebee's' due to trademark issues. The restaurant quickly gained popularity, leading to its expansion as a franchise after being sold to W.R. Grace and Company in 1983. Today, it offers a variety of cocktails and seeks to embody comfort and community dining.
Originally established in 1980, Applebee's started as ‘T.J. Applebee's Rx for Edibles & Elixirs,’ evoking a unique drugstore theme before evolving into a franchise.
Despite numerous name ideas, including 'Cinnamon's' and 'Peppers,' the Palmers settled on 'Applebee's' by altering its spelling to overcome trademark issues.
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