Had lunch at the Ale House on a Friday around 12:15 with the wife and a friend. No wait for a table. Our server was very pleasant and attentive. Restaurant was moderately busy with plenty of open tables. Noise level was very good for having conversation without screaming.
We ordered the Friday special app which was a flat bread bruschetta (see pic) with crab topping, a pear salad and chicken strips with fries (see pic). Also one soda and an iced tea. Finished with a seasonal peach cobbler shared 3 ways. Total bill with tip for the 3 of us came out to $90. So if looking for a more moderate cost lunch, better to look elsewhere.
The food was all very good and would recommend this place for a lunch date where you can get good food, not feel packed in, and can converse without shouting.
Rob Williams
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June 14, 2025
The food and beer are great, lots of variety and flavors. The service was subpar, don't expect the best from the servers on staff. My server along with 2 others, were more occupied with eating and laughing with each other than earning a tip. While we were waiting for drinks and food (sitting on the warming racks) we could see the staff hanging out in the kitchen.
Kevin Dickinson
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December 31, 2025
Food was really good. It took awhile to get it, but it was above expectation. Humus was great, sliders were smokey and delicious. Buffalo tenders were ok, but needed ranch, not bleu cheese. Service wasn't great, atmosphere was loud, and that's with half the restaurant empty. Not bad, but might not go back.
Jeri Crowley
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November 23, 2025
Walked in tonight needed a table for 3. The hostess asked if we had a reservation. No we didn't. Said they had an 1 1/2 hour wait. Are you serious? The restaurant was not that busy. She said we could sit at a high top in the bar. Fine. So many empty tables. I think they were short staffed. Food took FOREVER to get but was really quite good. The sliders & fries were delicious Very strange that an Alehouse does not have Onion Rings.
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The Ale House is a hidden gem in Columbia, Maryland. If you are looking for a happy hour spot for a group or just want to watch sports with a friend, this restaurant is a fantastic spot. Welcoming atmosphere and great service, and the food is very tasty. The chicken tenders were great, I like the regular fries as opposed to the potato wedges that came with the fish and chips. The fried haddock was absolutely delicious. However, they need to work on the coleslaw. It was almost like a side salad. The chocolate brownie sundae was a great hit for two people. Make sure to request the hot fudge, caramel, and whip cream toppings. I couldn't even think about finishing it by myself. Would highly recommend. Will be going back to try other entrée and desserts.
Had lunch at the Ale House on a Friday around 12:15 with the wife and a friend. No wait for a table. Our server was very pleasant and attentive. Restaurant was moderately busy with plenty of open tables. Noise level was very good for having conversation without screaming. We ordered the Friday special app which was a flat bread bruschetta (see pic) with crab topping, a pear salad and chicken strips with fries (see pic). Also one soda and an iced tea. Finished with a seasonal peach cobbler shared 3 ways. Total bill with tip for the 3 of us came out to $90. So if looking for a more moderate cost lunch, better to look elsewhere. The food was all very good and would recommend this place for a lunch date where you can get good food, not feel packed in, and can converse without shouting.
The food and beer are great, lots of variety and flavors. The service was subpar, don't expect the best from the servers on staff. My server along with 2 others, were more occupied with eating and laughing with each other than earning a tip. While we were waiting for drinks and food (sitting on the warming racks) we could see the staff hanging out in the kitchen.
Food was really good. It took awhile to get it, but it was above expectation. Humus was great, sliders were smokey and delicious. Buffalo tenders were ok, but needed ranch, not bleu cheese. Service wasn't great, atmosphere was loud, and that's with half the restaurant empty. Not bad, but might not go back.
Walked in tonight needed a table for 3. The hostess asked if we had a reservation. No we didn't. Said they had an 1 1/2 hour wait. Are you serious? The restaurant was not that busy. She said we could sit at a high top in the bar. Fine. So many empty tables. I think they were short staffed. Food took FOREVER to get but was really quite good. The sliders & fries were delicious Very strange that an Alehouse does not have Onion Rings.