American Ale House

821 Cricklewood Dr, State College
(814) 237-9701

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Ale House Calamari with Asian Dipping Sauce
New England Lobster Roll
Cowboy Steak Sandwich
Bison Burger Sliders
Seared Scallop Salad
Chicken Cesar Salad
Sweet Potato Fries
Thai Chicken Salad
Filet Mignon Salad
Ale House Burger

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New England Lobster Roll Sandwich
Lobster and shrimp salad on toasted brioche. served with French Fries.
Bluegrass Fed Filet Mignon (8 oz)
Porcini Ravioli
Roast Chicken, English Peas, Cauliflower Cream, Shitake Mushroom, Porchetta & Guanicale
Berkshire Pork and Scallops
Pork Belly, Roasted Cauliflower, Crispy Potato, Pickled Gooseberry, Pine Nut-Raisin Agrodolce
Ribeye (24oz)

On the Greens
Filet Mignon Salad
Gourmet greens, gorgonzola, roasted pine nuts red onions, whole grain mustard, and red wine vinaigrette.
Thai Chicken Salad
Greens, angel hair pasta, peanuts, snap peas, carrots, scallions, sesame, and peanut dressing.
Greek Salad
Romaine, Aged Feta, Onion, Green Pepper, Red Onion, Mint, Heirloom Tomato, Cucumber, Lemon-Parsley dressing
Side Salad
mixed greens, celery, cucumber, cherry tomatos, parmesan
El Jefe Salad
Apple, roasted beets, avocado, grape, tomato, pine nut, and ginger basil vinaigrette.
Strawberry & Apple Salad
Mixed Greens, Piave Cheese, Marcona Almonds, Basil, Sherry Vinaigrette
Chicken Caesar Salad
Romaine, Cherry Tomato, Boiled Eggs, Locatelli Cheese, Garlic Croutons
Seared Scallop Salad
Arugula, frisee, roasted beets, oranges, goat cheese, citrus vinaigrette, and walnut oil.

Burgers
Bison Burger (8 oz)
Blackened, bleu cheese, bacon, and chipotle ketchup. (Recommended medium-rare) served with French Fries
Ale House Burger
Painted burger (6 oz), smoked cheddar, spicy remoulade, artisan lettuce, tomato, and onion served with French Fries
Jefe Burger
8 ounce bison burger, bibb lettuce, tomato, garlic aioli, jalapeno relish, avocado
Salmon Burgers
Blackened, bibb lettuce, yellow brandywine tomato, pickled pearl onion, green goddess dressing

Enjoy Every Sandwich
New England Lobster Roll Sandwich
Lobster and shrimp salad on toasted brioche. served with French Fries.
Cowboy Steak Sandwich
Served medium rare, gorgonzola, roasted red peppers, baby spinach, caramelized onion, and garlic aioli. served with French Fries
3- Cheese and Asparagus Sandwich
Fresh mozzarella, aged cheddar, parmesan, asparagus, roasted red peppers, and red pepper mayonnaise on whole grain bread. served with Potato Salad
Colorado Prime Rib Sandwich
Tender prime rib and melted provolone on a baguette with au jus. Served with Potato Salad.
Oyster Poboy Sandwich
Fried Oysters, Baby Arugula, Roma Tomato, Caper Dill and Chili Aioli On a Baguette
Softshell Crab Sandwich
Bibb Lettuce, Pickled Green Tomato, Chili Aioli, Cilantro, Lime, Remoulade Sauce. Served with French Fries.
Turkey Apple Cheddar Sandwich
Turkey on Whole Grain, White Cheddar, Bacon Jam, Sliced Apple, Spinach, Red Onion, Chili Oil
Turkey Apple Cheddar
Slow roasted turkey breast, white cheddar, bacon jam, sliced apple, baby spinach, red onion, chili oil, on whole grain

Kids
Hamburger with Fries
Grilled Cheese with Fries
Chicken Fingers with Fries
Pasta with Olive Oil

Sides
Crispy Brussle Sprouts
Sweet and Sour Cauliflower, Basil, Lemongrass, Lapchong, Water Chestnut, Chili Crisp
Yukon Whipped Potato
Yukon Chive Whipped Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Asparagus
Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan, Herbs De Provence
Wild Mushrooms
Porchetta, fried duck egg, Calabrian Chillis, Parsley Puree

Small Plates and Great Beginnings
Kobe Sliders
Served medium-rare. Country bacon, gorgonzola, smoked cheddar blend, baby arugula, and garlic aioli.
Grilled Octopus
Piquillo Pepper, Saffron Aioli, Celery, Potato, Olive Crumbs, Peas
Hummus
Feta red pepper relish, grilled pita, celery, carrots, bell peppers
Calamari
House Calamari Served with an Asian Dipping Sauce and Lime
Cherry Glazed Duck
Macadamia Nuts, Smoked Cheddar Corn Bread, Candied Orange, Nasturtium
Sesame Tuna
Peanut Noodles, Cucumber, Soy Marinated Tomato, Shiso
Farmers Beets
Whipped ricotta, honeycomb, pink grapefruit, pistachio, and pea shoots.

Chop House Steaks
Bluegrass Fed Filet Mignon (8 oz)
Ribeye (24oz)
Dry Aged Prime Grade New York Strip (18 oz)

House Specialties
Porcini Ravioli
Roast Chicken, English Peas, Cauliflower Cream, Shitake Mushroom, Porchetta & Guanicale
Berkshire Pork and Scallops
Pork Belly, Roasted Cauliflower, Crispy Potato, Pickled Gooseberry, Pine Nut-Raisin Agrodolce
Black Garlic Crusted Salmon
Crispy potato, chorizo, snow pea, sweet corn, roasted tomato, and green goddess sauce.
King Crab & Linguini
Saffron-Crab Stock, Chard, Golden Heirloom Tomato, Basil-Tarragon Crumble, Nduja, Aioli
Crispy Bass
Israeli Couscous, Hungarian Wax Pepper, Smoked Pineapple, Pomegranate Relish, Salsa Verde
Grilled Escolar
Pole Beans, Duck Fat Potato, Blistered Grape Tomato, Summer Onion, Yellow Tomato Sauce

Desserts
Vanilla Cheesecake
Our Very Own Susie Wong Cheesecake Served with mango coulis, raspberry sorbet
Warm Apple Tart
Chantilly cream, strawberry ice cream

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Recent Reviews

I had a great experience at this restaurant! The service was absolutely amazing.
The atmosphere was also lovely the restaurant itself is beautifully set up and comfortable.
The food was good and nicely presented, but I found it to be a bit pricey for what you get. While I enjoyed the meal overall, I think the value could be slightly better.
Still, I’d come back again for the great vibes and excellent service!
October 2025
We have frequented this establishment every time we come up to visit our daughter at PSU. Last night was the first time we dined for dinner. Our waitress, Katie B, was AMAZING!!!! Her recommendation was perfect! The Cowboy Sandwich was amazing!
October 2025
The Ale House did the best job hosting our daughter for her birthday with friends. They really hosted us and our server was so kind to make sure everyone had what they needed to have the best time. Everything was excellent and we so appreciate the beautiful space!
October 2025

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American Ale House

821 Cricklewood Dr, State College, PA 16803
(814) 237-9701