American Ale House Menu

821 Cricklewood Dr, State College, PA 16803
  • Enjoy Every Sandwich

    • 3 Cheeses & Asparagus Sandwich

      Fresh mozzarella, aged Cheddar, Parmesan, asparagus, roasted red peppers, red pepper mayo, on whole grain bread. Served with potato salad.
      $16.00
    • Cowboy Steak Sandwich

      Served medium rare, gorgonzola, roasted red peppers, baby spinach, caramelized onion and aioli, on sourdough with fries.
      $18.00
    • Colorado Prime Rib Sandwich

      Tender prime rib and melted provolone, on a baguette. Served with French fries.
      $16.00
    • Oyster Po Boy

      Fried oysters, baby arugula, roma tomato, caper dill aioli and chili oil, on a baguette.
      $17.00
    • Softshell Crab Sandwich

      Bibb lettuce, pickled green tomato, chili aioli, cilantro, lime, remoulade sauce. Served with French fries.
      $18.00
    • New England Lobster Roll

      Lobster and shrimp salad on toasted brioche with French fries.
      $18.00
    • Turkey Apple Cheddar

      Turkey on whole grain, white Cheddar, bacon jam, sliced apple, spinach, red onion, chili oil.
      $17.00
  • Burgers

    • Ale House Burger

      Painted six oz. burger, smoked Cheddar, spicy remoulade, lettuce, tomato and onion.
      $16.00
    • Bison Burger

      American Ale House favorite: Blackened, blue cheese, bacon and chipotle ketchup.
      $19.00
    • 'HAM'burger

      Virginia smoked ham, cooper cheese, cognac sauce, garlic aioli
      $18.00
    • El Jefe Burger

      8 oz. Bison, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Garlic Aioli, Jalapeno Relish, Avocado
      $18.50
    • Salmon Burger

      Blackened salmon burger, bibb lettuce, yellow brandywine tomato, pickled pearl onion, green goddess dressing
      $17.00
  • Small Plates and Great Beginnings

    • Chickpea Hummus

      Feta-red pepper relish, grilled pita, celery, carrots, bell peppers
      $16.00
    • Ale House Calamari

      With Asian dipping sauce.
      $16.00
    • Blistered Shishito Peppers

      Blistered Shishitos, Smoked Paprika, Lemon
      $10.00
    • Farmers Beets

      Gluten free. Ricotta, honeycomb, pink grapefruit, pistachios, pea shoots.
      $15.00
    • Arancini

      Filled with Mushroom and Peas. Pork Crumbles, Auricchio Provolone, Truffle oil, Eggplant Puree, Calabrian Chili, Parsley oil
      $15.00
    • Fresh Burrata & Focaccia

      Heirloom Tomato, Basil, Pine Nuts, Fresh Corn, Maldon Sea Salt
      $16.00
    • Kobe Sliders

      Served medium rare, country bacon, gorgonzola, smoked Cheddar bled, baby arugula, garlic aioli.
      $15.00
    • Crispy Scallops

      Jamon Iberico, Marcona Almond, Shishito & Saffron Rouille
      $19.00
    • Octopus Fagioli

      Chorizo, Saffron Potato, Aioli, Fried Duck Egg
      $20.00
  • On the Greens

    • Chicken Caesar Salad

      Romaine, grilled chicken, egg, roma tomatoes, locatelli cheese and Caesar dressing.
      $17.00
    • Filet Mignon Salad

      Gluten free. Gourmet greens, Gorgonzola, roasted pine nuts, whole grain mustard, red onions and red wine vinaigrette.
      $20.00
    • Thai Chicken Salad

      Greens, angel hair pasta, peanuts, snap peas, carrots, scallions and peanut dressing.
      $17.00
    • Seared Scallop Salad

      Gluten free. Arugula, frisee, roasted beets, oranges, goat cheese and citrus vinaigrette.
      $20.00
    • Add On Chicken

      Add a grilled chicken breast to any salad of your choice.
      $6.00
    • Add On Salmon

      Add a grilled salmon to any salad of your choice.
      $8.00
    • Add On Scallop

      Add 1 seared scallop to any dish.
      $5.00
    • Add On Filet

      Add a 4oz Filet to any dish.
      $15.00
    • Greek Salad

      Romaine, Aged Feta, Green Pepper, Red Onion, Mint, Heirloom Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Cucumber, Lemon-parsley Dressing
      $15.00
    • Apple Salad

      Spinach, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Apple, Grapes, Candied Walnuts, Maytag Blue Dressing
      $17.00
    • El Jefe Salad

      Gluten free. Apple, roasted beets, avocado, grape tomatoes, pine nuts, ginger basil vinaigrette
      $16.00
  • Chop House Steaks

    • Certified Angus Beef Ribeye (24 Oz)

      Certified Angus Beef Ribeye, 24 oz. Choose meat temperature: medium, medium rare, medium well, rare, well done.
      $48.00
    • New York Strip (16 Oz.)

      $48.00
    • Bluegrass Fed Filet Mignon (8 Oz)

      Choose meat temperature: medium, medium rare, medium well, rare, well done. Utensils optional. 8 oz Bluegrass-fed filet mignon.
      $49.00
    • C.A.B. Prime Grade Tomahawk (44 Oz)

      $86.00
  • Sides

    • Crispy Bussle Sprouts

      Brussel Sprouts, Crispy Bacon, Honey, Chili Oil, Crispy Shallots
      $8.00
    • Mushroom Risotto

      Spinach, Burrata
      $10.00
    • Wild Mushrooms

      Wild Mushroom, Rosemary, Porchetta, Fried Duck Egg, Calabrian Chilis, Parsley Puree
      $9.00
    • Mashed Potatoes

      Yukon whipped potatoes with chives.
      $8.00
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden potatoes, served with utensil options.
      $4.50
  • Kids Menu

    • Kids Chicken Fingers With Fries

      Chicken tenders, choice of utensils. Served with fries.
      $8.00
    • Kids Hamburger With Fries

      $8.00
    • Kids Grilled Cheese With Fries

      Kids grilled cheese, choice of utensils. Served with fries.
      $7.00
    • Pasta With Olive Oil

      $6.00
  • Desserts

    • Cheesecake

      Our very own Susie Wong vanilla cheesecake served with strawberries, jam, and glazed wafer
      $9.00
    • Pistachio Baklava

      Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Plum Compote
      $9.00
    • Chocolate Torte

      Coffee Cream, Salted Ganache, S'more Bark
      $9.00
  • Enjoy Every Sandwich

    • 3 Cheeses & Asparagus Sandwich

      Fresh mozzarella, aged Cheddar, Parmesan, asparagus, roasted red peppers, red pepper mayo, on whole grain bread. Served with potato salad.
      $16.00
    • Cowboy Steak Sandwich

      Served medium rare, gorgonzola, roasted red peppers, baby spinach, caramelized onion and aioli, on sourdough with fries.
      $18.00
    • Colorado Prime Rib Sandwich

      Tender prime rib and melted provolone, on a baguette. Served with French fries.
      $16.00
    • Oyster Po Boy

      Fried oysters, baby arugula, roma tomato, caper dill aioli and chili oil, on a baguette.
      $17.00
    • Softshell Crab Sandwich

      Bibb lettuce, pickled green tomato, chili aioli, cilantro, lime, remoulade sauce. Served with French fries.
      $18.00
    • Turkey & Fig Sandwich

      Roasted turkey, aged white Cheddar, fig jam, bacon, arugula and chili oil on sourdough.
      $16.50
    • New England Lobster Roll

      Lobster and shrimp salad on toasted brioche with French fries.
      $18.00
    • Turkey Apple Cheddar

      Turkey on whole grain, white Cheddar, bacon jam, sliced apple, spinach, red onion, chili oil.
      $17.00
  • Burgers

    • Ale House Burger

      Painted six oz. burger, smoked Cheddar, spicy remoulade, lettuce, tomato and onion.
      $15.00
    • Pittsburger

      Coffee BBQ, Colby Jack, slaw and fries.
      $12.00
    • Bison Burger

      American Ale House favorite: Blackened, blue cheese, bacon and chipotle ketchup.
      $19.00
    • Hamburger

      8 oz. Bison, Virginia smoked ham, smoked mozzarella, red onion, cognac sauce.
      $18.00
    • El Jefe Burger

      8 oz. Bison, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato, Garlic Aioli, Jalapeno Relish, Avocado
      $18.50
    • Salmon Burger

      Blackened salmon burger, bibb lettuce, yellow brandywine tomato, pickled pearl onion, green goddess dressing
      $17.00
  • Small Plates and Great Beginnings

    • Octopus

      Borlotti Beans, Smoked Butternut, Bucatini, Serrano Ham- Sweet Corn Aioli
      $19.00
    • Chickpea Hummus

      Feta-red pepper relish, grilled pita, celery, carrots, bell peppers
      $16.00
    • Ale House Calamari

      With Asian dipping sauce.
      $16.00
    • Oyster Nachos

      Lightly breaded oysters, lime-cilantro sour cream, tomatoes, scallions, grilled corn, smoked mozzarella, gourmet greens and charred tomato vinaigrette.
      $14.00
    • Kobe Sliders

      Served medium rare, country bacon, Gorgonzola and smoked Cheddar blend, baby arugula and garlic aioli.
      $15.00
    • Blistered Shishito Peppers

      Blistered Shishitos, Smoked Paprika, Lemon
      $10.00
    • Fresh Sheepsmilk Ricotta

      House-made ricotta, serrano ham, tomato jam and charred bread.
      $15.00
    • Farmers Beets

      Gluten free. Ricotta, honeycomb, pink grapefruit, pistachios, pea shoots.
      $15.00
    • Fresh Burrata & Focaccia

      Heirloom Tomato, Basil, Pine Nuts, Fresh Corn, Maldon Sea Salt
      $16.00
    • Kobe Sliders

      Served medium rare, country bacon, gorgonzola, smoked Cheddar bled, baby arugula, garlic aioli.
      $15.00
    • Burrata

      Broccolini, Mint, Prosciutto, San Danielle, EVOO, Pine Nut Agrodolce
      $16.00
    • Octopus Tacos

      Roasted Carrot Mole, Pork Belly, Mama Lilli’s Peppers, Milo’s Slaw, El Jefe’s Secret Relish, Corn & Flour Tortilla
      $19.00
  • On the Greens

    • Ale House Winter Salad

      Kale, wild boar sausage, Parmesan, butternut squash, toasted pumpkin seeds and lemon dressing.
      $13.50
    • Grilled Chicken Salad

      Chicken breast, greens, Cheddar, tomatoes and topped with fries.
      $13.50
    • Grilled Sirloin Salad

      Sirloin steak, greens, Cheddar, tomatoes and topped with fries.
      $15.00
    • Chicken Caesar Salad

      Romaine, grilled chicken, egg, roma tomatoes, locatelli cheese and Caesar dressing.
      $17.00
    • Filet Mignon Salad

      Gluten free. Gourmet greens, Gorgonzola, roasted pine nuts, whole grain mustard, red onions and red wine vinaigrette.
      $20.00
    • Thai Chicken Salad

      Greens, angel hair pasta, peanuts, snap peas, carrots, scallions and peanut dressing.
      $17.00
    • Seared Scallop Salad

      Gluten free. Arugula, frisee, roasted beets, oranges, goat cheese and citrus vinaigrette.
      $20.00
    • Acapulco Salad

      Marinated chicken breast in a crisp tortilla shell, served with ranch, guacamole, salsa and sour cream.
      $13.00
    • El Jefe's Salad

      Gluten free. American Ale House favorite: Apple, roasted beets, avocado, grape, tomato, pine nuts, ginger basil vinaigrette.
      $15.00
    • Chopped Salad

      Gourmet greens, grilled chicken, bacon, fresh vegetables, onions, olives, pasta, walnuts, gorgonzola and balsamic pesto vinaigrette.
      $14.50
    • Apple Salad

      Baby kale, roasted squash, pine nut, ricotta salata, dried cranberry, organic cider vinaigrette.
      $16.00
    • Add On Chicken

      Add a grilled chicken breast to any salad of your choice.
      $6.00
    • Add On Duck

      Add duck to any salad of your choice.
      $8.50
    • Add On Salmon

      Add a grilled salmon to any salad of your choice.
      $8.00
    • Add On Scallop

      Add 1 seared scallop to any dish.
      $5.00
    • Greek Salad

      Romaine, Aged Feta, Green Pepper, Red Onion, Mint, Heirloom Tomato, Kalamata Olive, Cucumber, Lemon-parsley Dressing
      $15.00
    • Apple Salad

      Spinach, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Apple, Grapes, Candied Walnuts, Maytag Blue Dressing
      $17.00
    • Add On Filet

      Add a 4oz Filet to any dish.
      $15.00
    • Apple Salad

      Gourmet greens, roasted apple, bleu cheese, spiced walnuts, local cider dressing
      $15.00
    • El Jefe Salad

      Gluten free. Apple, roasted beets, avocado, grape tomatoes, pine nuts, ginger basil vinaigrette
      $16.00
  • Chop House Steaks

    • Certified Angus Beef Ribeye (24 Oz)

      Certified Angus Beef Ribeye, 24 oz. Choose meat temperature: well done, rare, medium well, medium rare, medium.
      $48.00
    • New York Strip (18oz.)

      Choose meat temperature: well done to rare. 18oz. New York strip steak, served as is.
      $45.00
    • Bluegrass Fed Filet Mignon (8 Oz)

      8 oz Bluegrass-fed filet mignon, choice of meat temperature. Utensils optional.
      $43.00
    • CAB Bone In Black Angus Ribeye

      24 ounces
      $47.00
    • Veal Chop & Red Wine Sauce

      12 ounces
      $37.00
  • Ale House Specialties

    • Black Garlic Crusted Salmon

      Gluten free. Corn, chorizo, snow pea, crispy potatoes, green goddess.
      $29.00
    • Iberico Pork

      Creamy Black Rice, Carrot Puree, Charred Leeks, Fried Oysters, Sherry Reduction
      $32.00
    • Duet Of Lamb

      Rosemary Roasted Lamb Loin, Merguez Sausage, Crispy Eggplant, Chickpea Fritter, Chermoula Sauce, Tzatziki
      $32.00
    • Truffled Cacio Pepe

      Duck Ragout, Guanciale, Bucatini, Roasted Cauliflower, Sage, Grana Padano, Poached egg
      $27.00
    • Amish Chicken

      Pork Belly, Roasted Squash, Smoked Onion, Roast Tomato, Madeira Sauce
      $29.00
    • King Crab & Linguini

      Saffron- Crab Stock, Chardonnay, Golden Heirloom Tomato, Basil Tarragon Crumble, Nduja, Aioli
      $29.00
    • Crispy Striped Bass

      Israeli Couscous, Hungrariun Wax Pepper, Smoked Pineapple, Pomegranate Relish, Salsa Verde
      $29.00
  • Sides

    • Crispy Bussle Sprouts

      Brussel Sprouts, Crispy Bacon, Honey, Chili Oil (gf)
      $8.00
    • Wild Mushrooms

      Wild Mushroom, Rosemary, Porchetta, Fried Duck Egg, Calabrian Chilis, Parsley Puree
      $9.00
    • Mashed Potatoes

      Yukon whipped potatoes with chives.
      $8.00
    • Smashed Potato

      Smashed Potato, Nduja, Aioli, Calabrian Chillis, Scallions
      $8.00
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden potatoes, served with choice of utensils.
      $4.50
  • Kids Menu

    • Kids Chicken Fingers With Fries

      Chicken tenders served with fries. Utensils optional.
      $6.00
    • Kids Hamburger With Fries

      $6.00
    • Kids Grilled Cheese With Fries

      Kids grilled cheese, choice of utensils. Served with fries.
      $5.50
    • Pasta With Butter

      $5.00
  • Desserts

    • Cheesecake

      Our very own Susie Wong vanilla cheesecake served with mango coulis, coconut-pineapple ice cream
      $8.00

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