Capital Ale House Menu

4.5
(1,750+ Reviews)
  • Snack

    • Giant Bavarian Pretzel

      Served with sweet Bavarian mustard. There's a reason we sold 40,161 of these in 2017. They're wunderbar!
      $8.50
    • Belgian Style Fries

      Served with Belgian-style flavored mayonnaises including citrus-cayenne, roasted garlic, pesto, & CAH sauce.
      $8.00
    • Loaded Fries

      Our Belgian style fries topped with bacon, cheddar, roasted corn pico de gallo, ancho chipotle sauce and chive sour cream.
      $12.00
    • Fried Pickles

      Crunchy house breaded pickles served with CAH sauce.
      $7.00
    • Sweet Potato Fries

      Served with 78 Spicy Barbecue Sauce.
      $10.00
    • Calamari

      Fried calamari, roasted corn pico de gallo, cilantro aioli.
      $11.50
    • Spinach, Crab & Shrimp

      Lump blue crab meat, shrimp, baby spinach, Parmesan cream sauce, pretzel bread.
      $10.00
    • Pierogies

      Potato & onion pierogies, bacon, Havarti cheese, herb sour cream.
      $9.00
    • Five Wings

      Your choice of: Barbecue, Thai Chile, Mexicali, or Hot Buffalo.
      $7.00
    • Chicken Tostada

      Grilled chicken breast, black beans, cheddar jack cheese, two crispy corn tortillas, chive sour cream, roasted corn pico de gallo, ancho chipotle sauce.
      $9.50
    • Fresh Mussels

      $19.00
    • Fresh Soup Of The Day

      $5.00
    • White Chicken Chili

      Made in house from fresh chicken, cannellini beans, fresh jalapeños, and a blend of spices.
      $5.00
  • Fill

    • Ale House Salad

      Fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumber, matchstick carrots, shredded red cabbage, croutons.
      $5.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Fresh chopped Romaine, Parmesan cheese, croutons.
      $7.00
    • Spinach, Strawberry & Brie

      Baby spinach, strawberries, Brie, candied walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette.
      $9.00
    • Bacon Blue Cheese Wedge Salad

      Crisp cool iceberg wedge, blue cheese dressing, applewood smoked bacon, gorgonzola crumbles, peas, cherry tomatoes, balsamic reduction.
      $10.00
    • Cobb Salad

      Crisp greens, diced egg, diced ham, grilled chicken, tomatoes, blue cheese crumbles, croutons.
      $12.00
    • Black And Blue Steak Salad

      Blackened steak skewers, spinach, gorgonzola cheese, tomatoes, pickled onions, blue cheese dressing. Served with garlic toast.
      $13.00
    • Italian Roasted Chicken Salad

      Roasted and pulled chicken, romaine, cucumbers, basil garlic roasted tomatoes, crispy pepperoni strips, peanuts, shoestring onions, and basil creamy Italian dressing.
      $12.00
    • Sesame Ahi Tuna Salad

      Sesame crusted rare tuna topped with a soy glaze, romaine, cabbage, carrots, peanuts, scallions, and sesame vinaigrette.
      $16.00
    • Supremo Flatbread Pizza

      Marinara, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, house-roasted tomatoes, fresh basil and creamy Italian drizzle.
      $15.00
    • Margherita Flatbread Pizza

      Marinara, fresh mozzarella, house-roasted tomatoes, fresh basil, and olive oil drizzle.
      $14.00
    • Pesto Chicken Flatbread Pizza

      White sauce, feta, Parmesan, Italian chicken, fresh basil, pickled red onion, and a tomato-basil pesto drizzle.
      $15.00
    • Fish Tacos

      Seasoned Mahi, house slaw, mango salsa, ancho chipotle sauce, corn tortillas, side of roasted corn and bean salad or fries.
      $12.00
    • Crispy Fish Tacos

      Crispy beer-battered USA catfish, house-made slaw, roasted corn pico de gallo, Nashville hot sauce, chive sour cream, side of roasted corn and bean salad or fries.
      $12.00
    • Cuban Pork Tacos

      Marinated cuban pulled pork, house slaw, pickle slice drizzled with CAH sauce, corn tortillas, side of roasted corn and bean salad or fries.
      $12.00
    • Shrimp Tacos

      Gulf shrimp, house slaw, mango salsa, Sweet Thai chili sauce, corn tortillas, side of roasted corn bean salad or fries.
      $13.00
    • Capital Club

      Smoked turkey, bacon, ham, cheddar, Havarti cheese, tomato, lettuce, CAH sauce, brioche toast.
      $12.00
    • The Cuban

      Roast pork, ham, Gruyere, dill pickles, yellow mustard, lemon cayenne mayo, local buffa bakery roll.
      $13.00
    • Fried Chicken Sandwich

      Crispy fried chicken breast with pickles, lettuce, tomato and mayo, then drizzled with hot honey.
      $11.00
    • Nashville Catfish Sandwich

      Hardywood Pilsner beer-battered USA catfish drizzled with Nashville hot sauce with slaw and brown ale tartar sauce.
      $12.00
    • Grilled Turkey, Bacon & Brie

      Brie, bacon, turkey, roasted red pepper jelly, flat bread.
      $10.00
    • French Dip

      Shaved blackened Virginia steak, Havarti cheese, horseradish sauce, onion-poppy roll, au jus.
      $13.00
  • Feast

    • Ale House Burger

      Virginia beef, lettuce, tomato, onions.
      $9.50
    • Bacon Black & Blue

      Cajun seasoned burger, crispy bacon, gorgonzola, lettuce, tomatoes, onions.
      $12.50
    • The Smokehouse Burger

      Barbecue sauce, Gouda cheese, lettuce, tomato, fried shoestring onions and choice of: pulled pork, bacon, or pit smoked ham.
      $12.50
    • Gyro Burger

      Greek seasoned lamb, fresh red onions, tomatoes, baby spinach, feta cheese, tzatziki sauce, grilled flat bread.
      $13.00
    • Black Bean Burger

      Black bean patty, house slaw, ancho chipotle sauce.
      $10.00
    • Homestyle Mac-N-Cheese

      Cavatappi pasta in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with toasted bread crumbs and garlic toast.
      $12.00
    • Chesapeake Mac-N-Cheese

      Jumbo shrimp, lump crab, Old Bay, cavatappi pasta in a creamy cheese sauce.
      $19.00
    • Southern Mac-N-Cheese

      Creamy cheese sauce and bacon with a mound of pulled pork in the center, BBQ sauce, and corn pico de gallo.
      $15.00
    • Virginia Beef Ribs

      Fresh local beef ribs braised slowly, tender, and basted with our house Sweet and Tangy BBQ or Southern Gold Mustard BBQ sauce. Served with fries.
      $18.00
    • NY Strip

      10 oz grilled NY strip with choice of garlic blue cheese butter OR peppercorn-tarragon butter. Served with vegetables and Yukon mashed potatoes.
      $26.00
    • Sirloin

      8 oz grilled seasoned sirloin with choice of garlic blue cheese butter OR peppercorn-tarragon butter. Served with vegetables and Yukon mashed potatoes.
      $18.00
    • Wurst Platter

      Char-grilled Usinger's bratwurst, knackwurst, and kielbasa sausages. Served with German mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, and Bavarian mustard.
      $18.00
    • Jagerschnitzel

      Crispy breaded pork loin cutlets, sauerkraut, German mashed potatoes, mushroom gravy on the side.
      $16.00
    • Chicken, Shrimp & Andouille Pasta

      Chicken, andouille sausage, jumbo shrimp, creamy Creole alfredo, fresh baby spinach, cavatappi pasta.
      $18.00
    • Caprese Chicken

      Marinated chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, tomato basil pesto, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. Served with asparagus and Yukon mashed potatoes.
      $14.00
    • Citrus Salmon

      Grilled garlic-lime salmon, topped with fresh mango salsa, served with seasoned rice.
      $18.50
    • Southern Fish-N-Chips

      Hardywood Pilsner beer-battered USA catfish with fries, slaw and brown ale tartar sauce.
      $18.00
    • Savory Crab Cakes

      Pan-seared, jumbo, lump crab cakes served with golden Yukon mashed potatoes, sautéed garlic spinach, and our house mango salsa.
      $22.00
    • Grilled Ahi Tuna

      Soy marinated and grilled rare ahi tuna served with grilled asparagus, house slaw, soy glaze, and wasabi mashed potatoes.
      $19.00
  • Sides

    • Fries

      $3.00
    • Broccoli

      $3.00
    • Mashed Potatoes

      $3.00
    • Seasoned Rice

      $3.00
    • Sweet Potato Fries

      $4.00
    • Asparagus

      $4.00
    • German Mashed Potatoes

      $4.00
    • Sauerkraut

      $4.00
    • Corn And Bean Salad

      $4.00
  • Small Plates and Shareables

    • Five Wings

      Your choice of: Barbecue, Thai Chile, Mexicali, or hot buffalo.
      $7.00
    • Belgian-Style Fries

      Served with Belgian-style flavored mayonnaises including citrus-cayenne, roasted garlic, pesto, & CAH sauce.
      $8.00
    • Loaded Fries

      Our Belgian style fries topped with bacon, cheddar, roasted corn pico de gallo, ancho chipotle sauce and chive sour cream.
      $12.00
    • Sweet Potato Fries

      Served with 78 Spicy Barbecue Sauce.
      $10.00
    • Chicken Tostada

      Grilled chicken breast, black beans, cheddar jack cheese, two crispy corn tortillas, chive sour cream, roasted corn pico de gallo, ancho chipotle sauce.
      $9.50
    • 1 Lb. Garlic-Herb Mussels

      Steamed in white wine, garlic, butter and herbs.
      $12.00
  • Salads & Soups

    • Italian Roasted Chicken Salad

      Roasted and pulled chicken, romaine, cucumbers, basil garlic roasted tomatoes, crispy pepperoni strips, peanuts, and basil creamy Italian dressing.
      $12.00
    • Cobb Salad

      Crisp greens, diced ham, diced egg, grilled chicken, roasted tomatoes, bleu cheese crumbles.
      $12.00
    • Spinach, Strawberry & Brie

      Baby spinach, strawberries, Brie, candied walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
      $8.00
    • Ale House Salad

      Fresh greens, tomatoes, cucumber, radish.
      $5.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Crispy romaine, topped with Parmesan cheese.
      $5.00
    • Black And Blue Steak Salad

      Blackened steak skewers, spinach, gorgonzola cheese, tomatoes, pickled onions, blue cheese dressing.
      $13.00
  • Bugers & Sandwiches

    • Ale House Burger

      Burger, lettuce, tomato, onions.
      $11.50
    • Bacon Black & Blue

      Cajun seasoned burger, bacon, gorgonzola, lettuce, tomatoes, onions.
      $14.50
    • The Smokehouse Burger

      Barbecue sauce, Gouda cheese, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions and choice of: pulled pork, bacon, or pit smoked ham.
      $14.50
    • Gyro Burger

      Greek seasoned lamb, fresh red onions, tomatoes, baby spinach, feta cheese, tzatziki sauce.
      $15.00
    • Capital Club

      Smoked turkey, bacon, ham, cheddar, Havarti cheese, tomato, lettuce, CAH sauce.
      $14.00
    • French Dip

      Shaved and Blackened steak, Havarti cheese, horseradish sauce, au jus.
      $15.00
    • Grilled Turkey, Bacon & Brie

      Brie, bacon, turkey, roasted red pepper jelly.
      $12.00
  • Tacos

    • Fish Tacos

      Seasoned Mahi, house slaw, mango salsa, ancho chipotle sauce, corn tortillas, side of roasted corn and bean salad or mixed greens.
      $12.00
    • Shrimp Tacos

      Gulf shrimp, house slaw, mango salsa, Sweet Thai chili sauce, corn tortillas, side of roasted corn bean salad or mixed green.
      $13.00
  • Entrees

    • Virginia Beef Ribs

      Fresh local beef ribs braised slowly, tender, and basted with our house 78 BBQ or Southern Gold Mustard BBQ sauce. Served with fries.
      $18.00
    • NY Strip

      10 oz grilled NY strip with choice of garlic blue cheese butter OR peppercorn-tarragon butter. Served with vegetables and mashed potatoes.
      $26.00
    • Sirloin

      8 oz grilled seasoned sirloin with choice of garlic blue cheese butter OR peppercorn-tarragon butter. Served with vegetables and Yukon mashed potatoes.
      $18.00
    • Caprese Chicken

      Marinated chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, tomato basil pesto, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. Served with asparagus and Yukon mashed potatoes.
      $14.00
  • Mimosa & Sangria

    • Mimosa

      Bubbly Prosecco & fresh tangy OJ
      $8.00
    • Red Sangria

      Bold Cabernet Sauvignon, with a vibrant mix of Brandy, fresh squeezed lemon and lime. Finished with a spritz of Ginger Ale.
      $7.00
    • White Sangria

      Crisp Chardonnay, Peach Schnapps, Sour Apple Pucker, fresh squeezed orange, lemon & lime. Finished with a spritz of Sprite
      $7.00
  • Signature Bloody Mary's

    • Classic

      Made just the way you like but keep it CLASSY. Vodka, splash of tabasco, blended bloody mary concoction, shaken and finished with pepper, olives, and lime.
      $8.00
    • Savory Bacon

      Bacon makes everything better! Made with Vodka, a pinch of celery salt, Worcestershire, a savory crispy bacon strip, celery and garnished with fresh lime.
      $9.00
    • Chesapeake

      Vodka, horseradish, Worcestershire, garlic pepper, marinated crab and you can't have crab with out Old Bay.
      $10.00
  • Brunch Food

    • Frittata Italiano

      Light and fluffy egg frittata with sausage, salami,pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, artichokes, roasted tomatoes, and red onions. Topped with baby spinach, whipped ricotta, and finished with a balsamic drizzle. $10
      $10.00
    • Santa Fe Steak And Eggs

      Crispy potatoes, stewed black beans, roasted corn pico de gallo, chili rubbed sirloin steak. Topped with fresh avocado and a soft poached egg.
      $11.00
    • Crab Mousse Stuffed Omelet

      Light and fluffy omelet folded around crab mousse, cream cheese and finished with a creamy lobster bisque sauce.
      $12.00
    • Welsh Rarebit

      Stacked Texas toast smothered in ale-cheddar cheese sauce topped with sautéed garlic, spinach and a soft poached egg.
      $9.00
    • Bourbon-Caramel Candied Apple Waffle

      Crispy Belgian waffle topped with candied apples and walnuts, bourbon caramel sauce, garnished with housemade whipped cream.
      $12.00
    • Strawberry Stuffed French Toast

      Golden French toast filled with sweet cream cheese and fresh strawberries, topped with amaretto infused strawberries and garnished liberally with confectioner's sugar.
      $9.00
  • Sides

    • Hash Browns

      Seasoned and sauteed hash browns with diced onions.
      $2.00
    • Fresh Fruit

      Fresh mixed fruit.
      $1.50
    • Scones

      Complimentary hot and freshly baked served with a side of Framboise butter.
      $2.00
  • House Cocktails

    • Loaded Bloody Mary

      The ultimate Bloody Mary with vodka, a strip of bacon and dill pickle. It's almost a meal!
      $10.00
    • Honey Habanero Cooler

      Cool and refreshing Bell Isle Honey Habanero moonshine with fresh basil over iced lemonade. Sweet and nice with a little bit of spice!
      $9.00
    • Cardinal Shandy

      Classic taste of ginger spice with a bite of Bowman Brothers Bourbon Whiskey and St. Germain, topped with Bold Rock Cider. Any "bird" couldn't resist!
      $9.00
    • River City Melon

      Deep Eddy Lemon, Peach Vodka, and Watermelon Pucker. A bubbly refresher garnished with a sprig of basil as our Virginia river side style beverage.
      $8.00
    • Spring Mule

      Our signature, yet seasonal Moscow mule features Deep Eddy Ruby Red Vodka, splash of Citrus Sour with mango puree and finished with Goslings Ginger Beer.
      $9.00
    • Cilantro Mango Tango

      Svedka Mango Pineapple vodka with sweet pineapple juice, tangy Citrus Sour and finished with fresh cilantro.
      $7.00
    • Sic Semper Citrum

      Fresh citrus burst of Deep Eddy Myer Lemon vodka, Lunazul Blanco tequila and hints of tropical mango.
      $8.00
    • Blue Ridge Sangria

      Take the sweetness of Blue Ridge apples in Bold Rock Cider and add the cinnamon flavors of Fireball whiskey to toast to Virginia's moonshining heritage!
      $7.00
    • Strawberry Mojito

      Fresh strawberries and mint make for a refreshing take on the classic! Made with Bacardi rum and club soda, this is the mojito you've been waiting for.
      $8.00
    • Peach Bellini

      A taste of Italy, sparkling wine infused with peach puree for a sweet and bubbly classic.
      $8.00
    • Rocktown Punch

      First known as Rocktown, the area of Harrisonburg, Virginia inspired this sweet punch, combining Sobieski vodka, Southern Comfort, DiSaronno with orange and pineapple juices with a touch of grenadine for an easy-drinking delight.
      $8.00
  • Margaritas

    • Sangarita

      Enjoy our signature margarita infused with house-made sangria. It will take you to Summer no matter what time of year.
      $8.00
    • Peach Margarita

      Awaken your softer side with a unique blend of Jose Cuervo tequila, peach schnapps, citrus sour and peach puree. Sure to give you a (peach) fuzzy feeling inside!
      $9.00

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