# Fresh Mozzarella Burgers Applebee's New Caprese Mozzarella Burger is a Craveable New Dish By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2017-03-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caprese-mozzarella-burger References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2017/03/14/applebees-offers-new-caprese-mozzarella-burger-expands-2-20-2-25-menus/) & [prnewswire](http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/applebees-tempts-fans-with-addition-of-bold-flavor-options-to-2-for-20-and-2-for-25-menus-300423062.html) As part of its ongoing effort to "give guests the flavorful dishes they crave at a value they can get excited about," [Applebee's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/applebees-burgers) has introduced its new Caprese Mozzarella Burger. Not only is the new menu item a tantalizing option for burger lovers, but the chain is also running a deal that allows customers to enjoy the burger alongside a second entree for one low price. The new Caprese Mozzarella Burger is a hearty dish that consists of an [all-beef patty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-skillet) made with sautéed garlic and onions and topped with balsamic aioli, grilled red onions, grilled tomatoes, [fresh mozzarella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borden-mozzarella-melts), and fresh basil. The decadent new dish is part of the chain's 2 for $20 entrée lineup, which allows customers to order two full-sized entrees and an appetizer for one fixed price. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Flavorful Dishes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new and unique flavor combinations to cater to the evolving tastes of customers. - **Value Offerings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating meal deals that provide customers with affordable options to attract a wider audience. - **Gourmet Burgers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with premium ingredients and upscale burger concepts to elevate the burger experience. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implementing innovative strategies and menu offerings to stand out in the highly competitive restaurant market. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new food trends and flavors to meet the evolving preferences of consumers. - **Fast Casual Dining:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating gourmet burger options and value deals to disrupt the traditional fast food industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artisan-Quality Restaurant Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/applebees-burgers.md) - [Loaded Mushroom Swiss Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-street-mushroom-swiss-burger.md) - [Cheesy Low-Cost Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/50cent-mozzarella-sticks.md) - [Extra-Meaty Restaurant Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-lotta-bacon-burger.md) - [Bursting Mozarella-Topped Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burrata-burger.md) - [Hearty Bacon-Packed Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-lotta-bacon-burger-1.md) - [Sweet-and-Spicy Restaurant Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-bangin-burger.md) - [Sharable Fried Cheese Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-cheese-bites.md) - [Plant-Based Cheeseburgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-impossible-cheeseburger.md)