Capital Ale House – American
This vibrant gathering spot hums with the energy of a modern ale house, where the aroma of warm, salt-crusted Bavarian pretzels and golden, pan-seared pierogies invites long conversations over shared plates. The bar crafts a whimsical array of seasonal elixirs, from spiced apple mules to frothy, buttered brews, creating a spirited sanctuary for those seeking hearty comfort and creative, nostalgic pours.
Caroline Street https://www.capitalalehouse.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, vegan, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, gerd, south-beach, atkins, low-cholesterol, tlc, aip, volumetrics, carnivore, zone, alkaline, renal, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the decent atmosphere for social gatherings with friends, noting that the environment provides a steady backdrop for a casual outing. Reviewers highlight the adequate service and functional setting, finding the experience to be
Menu
Beverages
- Butterbrew - $12: Smirnoff Caramel, Buttershots, caramel, brown sugar, whipped cream, soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Poison Apple - $12: Fireball, Smirnoff Caramel, sour apple pucker, sour mix, apple juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- The PSL - $12: Van Gough Espresso vodka, chilled coffee, pumpkin purée, whipped cream, cinnamon, brown sugar, and nutmeg spice blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Peach Cobbler Cocktail - $12: Absolut Vanilla vodka, peach schnapps, peach purée, cinnamon syrup, creamer, topped with cinnamon, brown sugar, and nutmeg spice blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple Pie Mule - $12: Caramel vodka, sour apple pucker, pumpkin pie syrup, apple juice, lime juice, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
Appetizers
- Sweet Potato Fries Appetizer - $12.75: Served with spicy BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $15: Fried calamari, red pepper coulis, cilantro aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pierogi (5 pieces) - $12: Choice of Potato and Onion, Spinach and Cheese, or Potato and Jalapeño, served with caramelized onions and chive sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pierogi Sampler (6 pieces) - $14: Two of each flavor: Potato and Onion, Spinach and Cheese, and Potato and Jalapeño Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bavarian Pretzel - $9.75: Served with sweet Bavarian mustard Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hungarian Potatoes & Sausage - $14: Fresh potatoes fried with Zwyczajna smoked Polish sausage, spicy Hungarian paprika, and beer cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $12.5: House breaded pickles served with jalapeno ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Shrimp Dip - $15.5: Shrimp, baby spinach, Parmesan cream sauce, pretzel bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pot Pie Rolls - $11: Served with pot pie gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Fries - $14.75: Belgian style fries, bacon, cheddar, jalapenos, Mexican street corn, tomatoes, cilantro, ancho chipotle sauce, chive sour cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage & Cheese Plate - $10: German Landjager sausage, artisanal cheeses, Bavarian mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Cheese Nachos - $15: Corn tortilla chips, pico de gallo, Mexican street corn, jalapenos, cilantro, beer cheese. Choice of steak, pork, or chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Belgian Style Fries - $11.25: Served with roasted garlic, pesto and lemon-cayenne aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings & Shareables
- Sichuan Hot and Numbing Wings (5) - $9.5: Jumbo wings tossed in spicy Sichuan peppercorn sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings (5) - $9.5: Dry-rubbed and oven-roasted, finished in the fryer. Choice of sauce or dry rub Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings (10) - $17: Dry-rubbed and oven-roasted, finished in the fryer. Choice of sauce or dry rub Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings (20) - $30: Dry-rubbed and oven-roasted, finished in the fryer. Choice of sauce or dry rub Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel, Sausage & Cheese Plate - $19.5: Bavarian pretzel, mustard, Zwyczajna Polish sausage, grapes, artisanal cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Potato Leek Soup (Cup) - $6: Creamy potato and leek soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Chicken Chili (Cup) - $7: Chicken, cannellini beans, jalapeños, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Romaine Wedge Salad - $13: Romaine, bleu cheese-dill dressing, bleu cheese, shoestring onions, bacon, apple slices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asian Chopped Salad - $14: Grilled Vietnamese-style chicken, sesame-ginger-dressed greens Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mexicali Salad - $14: Mixed greens, grilled chicken in Mexicali sauce, pickled onions, tomatoes, corn salsa, jalapenos, Cotija cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $15: Greens, eggs, avocado, ham, grilled chicken, roasted tomatoes, blue cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad (Small) - $8: Romaine, Caesar dressing, Parmesan, hard-boiled egg, garlic toast point Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black & Bleu Steak Salad - $15: Blackened steak, spinach, gorgonzola, tomatoes, pickled onions, blue cheese dressing, garlic toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Salad (Small) - $5.5: Greens, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, cabbage Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $13: Beets, baby spinach, radishes, goat cheese, shallot vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads
- Pesto Chicken Flatbread - $17: White sauce, feta, parmesan, Italian chicken, pickled onions, fresh basil, tomato-basil pesto Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Flatbread - $16: Marinara, fresh mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Supremo Flatbread - $17: Marinara, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, roasted tomatoes, fresh basil Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Mahi Fish Tacos - $16: Seasoned Mahi, jalapeno slaw, mango salsa, ancho chipotle sauce, corn tortillas Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Pork Tacos - $16: Marinated cuban pulled pork, jalapeno slaw, pickle, Cuban mustard, corn tortillas Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tacos - $16: Gulf shrimp, jalapeno slaw, mango salsa, sweet Thai chili sauce, corn tortillas Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Mushroom French Dip Burger - $17.25: Caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, gruyere cheese, horseradish sauce, au jus Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokehouse Burger - $16.75: Spicy BBQ sauce, Gouda cheese, lettuce, tomato, fried shoestring onions, bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Burger - $14.75: Lettuce, tomato, and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Black & Bleu Burger - $16.75: Cajun seasoned burger, bacon, gorgonzola, lettuce, tomatoes, onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Burger - $13: Black bean patty, lettuce, tomato, onion Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- The Sailor Sandwich - $19: Gruyere cheese, knackwurst, pastrami, Jewish rye bread, hot mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Krakow - $15: Smoked Polish Zwyczajna sausage, beer-braised onions, honey-horseradish mustard, smoked gouda, baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sandwich - $16: Crispy fried chicken, pickles, lettuce, tomato, mayo, hot honey Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $15: Grilled chicken breast, bacon aioli, slow-roasted tomatoes, avocado, green leaf lettuce, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capital Club - $17: Smoked turkey, bacon, ham, Provolone, American cheese, tomato, lettuce, bacon aioli, Vienna white toast Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Sandwich - $16: Roasted Cuban pork, ham, Gruyere, dill pickles, Cuban mustard, hoagie roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip Sandwich - $17.75: Shaved blackened roast beef, Provolone, horseradish sauce, French baguette, au jus Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef Stroganoff - $25: Braised beef, mushroom, beef, sour cream, and red wine gravy, Pappardelle pasta, baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Walnut Whiskey Salmon - $26: Faroe Island salmon, candied walnuts, whiskey-marmalade glaze, Yukon potatoes, broccolini Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders Entrée - $16: Three 1/4 lb. jumbo marinated tenders, buttermilk, seasonings, fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wurst Platter - $23.5: Grilled Polish Zwyczajna, bratwurst, and knackwurst. Served with German Potato Salad, sauerkraut, and mustards Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Strip - $32.5: 14 oz grilled NY strip, choice of butter, vegetables, Yukon mashed potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sirloin - $24: 8oz grilled seasoned sirloin, choice of butter, vegetables, Yukon mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips - $22: Hardywood Pilsner beer-battered Alaskan cod, fries, jalapeño slaw, brown ale tartar Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Chicken - $19: Marinated chicken breast, mozzarella, tomato basil pesto, balsamic reduction, asparagus, polenta cake Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Schnitzel - $20.5: Choice of chicken or pork, sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, mushroom gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Southern Mac-N-Cheese - $19.5: Creamy cheese sauce, bacon, pulled pork, corn pico de gallo, spicy BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini & Parmesan Pasta - $15.5: Farfalle pasta, olive oil, garlic, broccolini, shaved Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homestyle Mac-N-Cheese - $17.5: Cavatappi pasta, creamy cheese sauce, toasted bread crumbs, garlic toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken, Shrimp & Andouille Pasta - $24.5: Chicken, andouille sausage, jumbo shrimp, Creole alfredo, baby spinach, cavatappi pasta Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mexican Street Corn - $4.5: Off the cob Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Beets - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asparagus - $5.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauerkraut - $4.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm German Potato Salad - $5.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Sweet Potato Fries - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hungarian Potatoes - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Carrot Cake - $12: Raisins, walnuts, pineapple, cream cheese icing, white chocolate ganache
- Beignets in a bag - $8: Sugar powdered beignets, homemade praline caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Brownie Rockslide - $8.5: Brownie, caramel, brownie cubes, pecans, Oreo crumbs, vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hot Apple Pie - $8.5: Organic apples, cinnamon apple cider, crunchy crumbs, vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Key Lime Pie - $8: Key lime pie, whipped topping, caramel drizzle
- Honduran Chocolate Fudge Brownie - $8.5: Gluten free flours, Honduran chocolate, vanilla ice cream, pecans, caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Capital Ale House
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a casual American ale house atmosphere with moderate pricing ($$), functional service, and a 3.0/5 rating.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Bavarian pretzels, pierogi samplers, Hungarian potatoes and sausage, chicken pot pie rolls, and loaded fries.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Bavarian pretzels, pierogies, Hungarian potatoes and sausage, chicken pot pie rolls, and sweet potato fries.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Capital Ale House is a moderately priced ($$) American restaurant that offers a variety of hearty comfort food and seasonal drinks.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate price level ($$) and a 3.0/5 rating, guests find the experience adequate for casual social gatherings.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a casual social atmosphere for drinks and hearty American comfort food like pierogies and Bavarian pretzels would enjoy this restaurant.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests appreciate the decent atmosphere for social gatherings with friends, noting the functional setting and adequate service for casual outings.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Broccolini accommodates keto and gluten-free diets simultaneously, while the sirloin and caprese chicken provide gluten-free and high-protein alternatives.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Capital Ale House.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This casual American ale house is better suited for social gatherings with friends than special occasions, given its functional setting and 3.0/5 rating.
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