Applebee's is one of those places that has gotten better over the years. They actually reduced the portion sizes a bit and improved the taste of their food. I wasn't overly in love with the fish and chips I ordered, but it wasn't bad. Just tasted a bit off from what I expected. The fries were good, and the portion sizes were much more reasonable than I remember. Hubby liked his meal as well, and the blondie for dessert is always our favorite. They're back to bringing them out piping hot instead of lukewarm like they did for a few years. Service was fast and friendly. As always though, if you want a quiet restaurant where you can chat, go elsewhere.