In Bloomington, IL, an Applebee's diner found himself in a humorous predicament after arriving at the restaurant dressed in a polo shirt that didn't meet the establishment's dress code. To remedy the situation, the restaurant staff provided him with a 'loaner' stained hoodie, ensuring he could dine in style (or lack thereof). The hostess, Angeline Reilly, kindly explained that while there was no need for embarrassment, the diners would feel more at ease with someone sporting the appropriate attire—such as a black hoodie decorated with remnants of barbecue sauce.

Not stopping at hoodies, the staff also offered alternative fashion choices like tattered sweatpants and a vintage Chicago Bears T-shirt from 2006, complete with a pair of well-worn cargo shorts. A nod to their laid-back vibe, Applebee's made it clear that their atmosphere was more about comfort than formality, contrasting sharply with the likes of Red Lobster.

In a final comedic touch, an Applebee's waiter was reportedly seen apologizing to a table for the uncharacteristic peace, offering a $50 gift card after they had been seated for 20 minutes without witnessing the usual barroom brawl sparked by a strawberry margarita mishap.