Doherty Enterprises-Owned Applebee’s® in Westbury, NY Returns with a Fresh Makeover

Doherty Enterprises, Inc., franchisee for Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in New York City, Long Island, NY, and New Jersey, announced the remodel completion of its Applebee’s located at 1300 Corporate Drive in Westbury, New York.

The renovated space features modern light fixtures, upgraded booth and bar seating, and vibrant, neighborhood-inspired murals echoing the spirit of Westbury.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the remodeled restaurant will be held on Tuesday, May 12 at 10 a.m., where Doherty Enterprises leadership will join local officials to unveil the space.

“The renovation of the Westbury Applebee’s is an investment back into the community we are so happy to call home,” said Timothy Doherty, President and COO of Doherty Enterprises. “Thanks to our team’s commitment to the renovation during off-hours, we were able to keep this location open without interruption. We’re happy to continue doing what we love and welcoming our team and community to see what we’ve been working so hard on.”

Kurt Pahlitzsch, Vice President of Casual Dining for Doherty Enterprises, added, “We want this upgrade to reflect the spirit of the Westbury community and have this Applebee’s be an exciting place for people to get together. We look forward to welcoming the community into this refreshed space and for our guests to share special moments with friends and family in this new space.”

Members of the media and public are invited to attend the ribbon-cutting on May 12. Following the ceremony, guests may tour the updated dining room and meet members of the Doherty leadership team.

For more information about Doherty Enterprises, their commitment to their communities, and current

job openings, visit http://www.dohertyinc.com.

About Applebee’s®

As one of the world’s largest casual dining brands, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar serves as America’s kitchen table, offering guests a lively dining experience that combines simple, craveable American fare with classic drinks and local drafts. Applebee’s makes it easy for family and friends to connect with one another, whether it’s in a dining room or in the comfort of a living room, Eatin’ Good in the Neighborhood™ is a familiar and affordable escape from the everyday. Applebee’s restaurants are owned and operated by entrepreneurs dedicated to more than serving great food, but also building up the communities that we call home. From raising money for local charities to hosting community fundraisers, Applebee’s is always Doin’ Good in the Neighborhood®.  Applebee’s and its franchise operations together consisted of 1,498 Applebee’s restaurants in the United States, two U.S. territories and 17 countries outside the United States as of March 29, 2026. This number does not include 71 company-owned Applebee’s restaurants. Applebee's is franchised by subsidiaries of Dine Brands Global Inc. [NYSE: DIN], one of the world's largest full-service restaurant companies.