Iron Roost – American
The air at Iron Roost is thick with the comforting aroma of golden, iron-pressed waffles and freshly brewed coffee, drawing guests into a vibrant space where breakfast is elevated to an art form. Whether indulging in a decadent stack topped with caramelized bananas and mission figs or savoring a spice-kissed Southwest brunch bowl, diners find themselves immersed in a soulful morning experience that turns every meal into a celebration.
36, Front Street, Ballston Spa, NY, 12020 https://www.ironroost.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Iron Roost
Dairy-Free at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Seasoned Homefries and Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including GF Raspberry Almond Shortbread Bars, Bacon and House-made Pork Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Figgy Smalls Waffle and Southwest Fiesta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon and House-made Pork Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon and House-made Pork Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon and House-made Pork Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bacon and House-made Pork Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Iron Roost
Iron Roost in Ballston Spa has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Seasoned Homefries and Peanut Butter Energy Bites. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Iron Roost
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Peanut Butter Energy Bites | 175 g | 96.4 g |
| Chicken Pot Pie | 55.7 g | 64.9 g |
| Classic Lasagna | 71.8 g | 63 g |
| Roost Chicken Salad Sammy | 86.7 g | 41.2 g |
| Roost Brunch | 47.3 g | 36.5 g |
| Brew Dr Kombucha | 60.7 g | 29.8 g |
| GF Raspberry Almond Shortbread Bars | 67.8 g | 28 g |
| Cowboy Cookie | 128.8 g | 21.6 g |
| Southwest Fiesta | 18.8 g | 20.9 g |
| Grilled Chicken Sammy | 16.7 g | 20 g |
| House-made Pork Sausage | 0 g | 19.4 g |
| The New Yorker | 29.1 g | 19 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Waffles
- Apple Crisp Waffle - $14.5: Caramelized cinnamon-ginger apples, crisp topping, spiced cider syrup, house made whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ballston Cream Waffle - $14.5: Double-stacked, house-made vanilla custard, dark chocolate ganache, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bananas Foster Waffle - $14.5: Bananas, cinnamon-butter-rum sauce, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Figgy Smalls Waffle - $14.5: Organic fig-vanilla greek yogurt, fresh blueberries, mandarin oranges, house-made cranberry-oat granola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Toasted Berry Waffle - $14.5: House cocoa mousse, mixed berry compote, toasted coconut, whipped coconut cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Make Your Own Buttermilk Waffle - $7.5: Includes butter, powdered sugar, and 1 topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Waffle Sticks - $9.5: 4 sticks, includes powdered sugar and 1 dipper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Roost Brunch - $19.5: Two eggs, bacon, ham and pork sausage, full buttermilk waffle, fresh fruit salad Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Southwest Fiesta - $13.5: Scrambled eggs, cheddar, avocado, sour cream, tomato, house hot sauce, green onion, savory waffle wedge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Early Riser - $15.5: Two eggs, choice of bacon, house sausage, homefries, and sourdough toast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The New Yorker - $12.5: Two fried eggs, bacon, American cheese, on a buttered croissant Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sammy - $13: Marinated chicken breast, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion, garlic-herb mayo, savory waffle wedge Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roost Chicken Salad Sammy - $13.5: Roasted chicken, apples, onions, celery, almonds, dried cranberries, mixed greens, tomato, green goddess dressing, savory waffle wedge Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poke Crunch Wrap - $13: Roasted sweet potato, sticky rice, cucumber, bell pepper, avocado, pickled red onion, lettuce, ginger mayo, whole wheat wrap Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Toast - $8.5: Custard-soaked house brioche french toast, butter, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Quiche du Jour - $11.5: Hand-crimped butter crust, daily selection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Salads
- Autumn Orchard Salad - $15.5: Mixed greens, fresh apple, roasted sweet potato, crumbled goat cheese, pickled red onion, beets, toasted almonds, maple tahini Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buddha Bowl - $16.5: Spinach, roasted sweet potato, beets, sticky rice, avocado, seasoned chickpeas, grape tomatoes, roasted brussels sprouts, toasted pepitas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer's Garden Salad - $12.5: Mixed greens, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, shredded carrots and cabbage, savory waffle wedge Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Bakery
- Nutella Cookie - $5: Brown butter chocolate chip cookie with a Nutella core, sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie (2-pack) - $4: Classic chocolate chip cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cowboy Cookie - $5.5: Oats, walnuts, dark chocolate chips, coconut, brown sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Peanut Butter Energy Bites - $6.99: Peanut butter, maple syrup, oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cocoa nibs, chia, hemp, flax Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- GF Raspberry Almond Shortbread Bars - $5.5: Gluten free shortbread, almond paste, raspberries, toasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Take & Bake
- Chicken Pot Pie - $28: Creamy pot pie with mushrooms, onions, celery, carrots, green beans, corn, and roasted chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Gouda Mac 'N' Cheese - $19: Smoked gouda cheese sauce, cavatappi pasta, panko, crumbled bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Lasagna - $23: 16 layers with beef and Italian sausage Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Seasoned Homefries - $5: Served with ketchup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- House-made Pork Sausage - $4: 2 patties Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon - $4: 3 strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee - $2.25: Locally roasted, fair-trade and organic
- Specialty Coffee - $3.75: Cinnamon Bun, Nutty 'Nilla, or Samoa
- Latte - $4.05: Espresso with choice of milk
- Brew Dr Kombucha - $4.75: Variety of flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Iron Roost
- Is Iron Roost dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Iron Roost has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buddha Bowl, Seasoned Homefries and Bacon.
- What can I eat at Iron Roost on a dairy-free diet?
- Buddha Bowl, Seasoned Homefries and Bacon carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Iron Roost have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Buddha Bowl and Seasoned Homefries.
- Is Iron Roost gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Iron Roost?
- Peanut Butter Energy Bites, at roughly 96.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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