Applebee's Calexico Location Closure: Your Wallet May Take a Hit as This Budget Dining Staple Disappears
If you’re a fan of dollaritas and half-price appetizers, get ready to cry into your onion rings. The sudden Applebee's Calexico location closure has officially pulled the plug on one of the cheapest nights out in town. For local residents who rely on this chain for affordable family dinners or late-night bites, the news is a direct blow to your wallet and your weekly social plans. Not only does this mean you’ll have to drive farther to score that $1 margarita special, but it also signals a troubling trend for budget-friendly chains across the country. With inflation already squeezing your grocery bill, losing a low-cost dining option forces you to either spend more on gas or shell out extra cash for a pricier meal elsewhere. Translation: expect your next payday to stretch even thinner.