Ithaca Ale House – American
This vibrant social anchor invites guests into a warm, energetic space where the scent of bubbling six-onion soup and savory buffalo chicken dip fills the air. The kitchen elevates the art of the shared plate, offering everything from towering stacks of loaded nachos and salt-dusted Bavarian pretzels to the smoky depth of pulled pork sliders and charred shishito peppers. It is a place where bold, communal flavors meet a spirited atmosphere, making every meal feel like a celebration of comfort and connection.
301, East State Street, Ithaca, NY, 14850 +16072567977 http://www.ithacaalehouse.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Ithaca Ale House
Dairy-Free at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings, Coleslaw and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Blistered Shishito Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Mussels with Ginger & Lemongrass, White Album and Onion Rings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Blistered Shishito Peppers and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Alchemist Heady Topper. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Side House Salad and Ancho Citrus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ithaca Ale House
Ithaca Ale House in Ithaca has 16 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Album, Onion Rings and Coleslaw. 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 Ithaca Ale House
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fat Mac Burger | 65.9 g | 64 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Three Meat | 28.3 g | 53.7 g |
| Prime Rib French Dip Sandwich | 53.6 g | 48.5 g |
| That's Just Wrong Burger | 64.2 g | 38.5 g |
| Classic Caesar | 61.1 g | 36.1 g |
| Ale House Burger | 70.3 g | 35.8 g |
| Spicy Gold Chicken Stinger | 105.2 g | 34.3 g |
| Cobb Wedge | 64.2 g | 32.6 g |
| Honey-Garlic Salmon | 31 g | 27.1 g |
| Shroomin | 0 g | 26.6 g |
| Classic Cheeseburger | 96.6 g | 25.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Smaller Plates
- 6 Onion Soup - $10: house crouton, provolone & swiss, crispy onion straws Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Mega Nachos - $20: corn tortillas, house made cheese sauce, corn salsa: grilled pineapple, roasted jalapeños and grilled onion, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blistered Shishito Peppers - $14: spicy baja dip, dill, lemon, wasabi salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels 3 Ways - $14: bacon jam, baja, honey mustard, balsamic drizzle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip - $14: house made wing dip, mozzarella, warm tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $18: Classic or Boneless, choice of sauce: Buffalo, Ale House, Spicy Gold BBQ, Spicy Garlic, Hot Garlic BBQ, Garbage, or Honey Mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Spring Rolls - $14: buffalo chicken, hot wing garnish, blue cheese dip Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel - $14: jumbo pretzel, house made cheese sauce, honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sliders - $18: bbq pulled pork, sharp white cheddar, firecracker pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salted Focaccia - $10: warm salted focaccia, hot tomato oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Hummus - $12: grilled flatbread, vegetable crudités Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Ale House Signature Burgers
- Ale House Burger - $20: caramelized onion, bacon, blue cheese, focaccia, lettuce, tomato, pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Award Winning Perfect Burger - $22: bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mayo, mustard, brioche
- Bacon Brie Burger - $20: bacon jam, brie, arugula, tomato, brioche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Sexy Burger - $20: sexy rub, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, american, cheddar, BBQ, mayo, brioche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Cheeseburger - $18: american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, brioche Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fat Mac Burger - $36: two angus patties, american cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, sesame seed bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- NYS Orchard Burger - $20: local apple, NYS cheddar, orchard ketchup, crispy onion, leaf lettuce, tomato, brioche Available at: dinner, lunch
- That's Just Wrong Burger - $24: angus ground beef, bbq pulled pork, sharp cheddar, onion ring, brioche Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Larger Plates
- Ale House Bar Steak - $42: 8 oz Tenderloin, seasonal vegetable, garlic roasted potatoes, smoked salt, demi-glace Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Chicken Club - $18: swiss, bacon, lettuce, tomato, roasted garlic aioli, focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Grilled Cheese Sandwich - $16: three cheese blend, rosemary focaccia, tomato soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Philly - $24: chopped prime rib, cooper sharp american, caramelized onion, sesame seed hoagie roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ale House Reuben - $20: corned beef, sauerkraut, russian dressing, swiss cheese, marble rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Cajun Pasta - $22: pappardelle pasta, cajun alfredo, blackened chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Haddock PoBoy - $24: blackened haddock, pan roasted pineapple salsa, lettuce, ancho aioli, french bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Honey-Garlic Salmon - $26: pan seared salmon, scallion, seasonal vegetable, wild rice, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Made Falafel Burger - $18: tzatziki, hummus, arugula, radish, pickled onion, tomato, greek fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Knife & Fork Steak Sandwich - $46: 10 oz coulotte steak, onion soup broth, garlic toast points, onion rings garnish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Rib French Dip Sandwich - $24: angus prime rib, provolone, toasted french bread, au jus Available at: dinner, lunch
- Proper Fish & Chips - $24: black & tan batter, coleslaw, chipotle tartar, sidewinder fries, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Gold Chicken Stinger - $18: shaved chicken, spicy gold bbq, american cheese, onion straws, seeded semolina Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Mussels with Ginger & Lemongrass - $24: prince edward island mussels, hearty rich flavorful broth, crusty bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Hand Stretched Pizzas
- Shroomin - $18: mushroom medley, sauteed shallots, herbed ricotta, mozzarella, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Wing Dip Pizza - $20: medium wing sauce, mozzarella, scallions, buffalo chicken dip, blue cheese or ranch drizzle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Go Fig-ure - $18: figs, shallots, garlic oil, goat cheese, asiago, mozzarella, honey, parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Honey Pie - $18: mozzarella, red sauce, pepperoni, spicy honey, chili flake
- Margherita - $18: roma tomato, red sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil oil, garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Perfetto Napoletano - $20: red sauce, soppressata, prosciutto, mozzarella, provolone, oregano, calabrian peppers, chili infused honey
- Sweet Piggy Pie - $20: pulled pork, spicy gold bbq, mozzarella, cheddar, onion straws
- Three Meat - $20: pepperoni, sausage, bacon, mozzarella, red sauce
- White Album - $18: mozzarella, ricotta, truffle oil, garlic chips, chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Ale House Steakburger Salad - $22: angus burger, green leaf lettuce, red onion, shredded cheddar, pickles, russian dressing, blistered tomatoes, burger sauce garnish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ancho Citrus - $15: mixed greens, roasted corn, crispy tortilla, avocado, cucumber, cherry tomato, chipotle citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar - $14: garlic-anchovy dressing, red onion, parmesan, crouton dust Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Wedge - $16: corn, avocado, bacon, romaine, egg, tomato, buttermilk ranch dressing, blue cheese crumble Available at: dinner, lunch
- JS Sweet Salad - $15: endive-radicchio-arugula blend, butternut squash, craisins, blanched asparagus, goat cheese, toasted almonds, cinnamon vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Coleslaw - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Caesar Salad - $7: Crisp Romaine, House Made Caesar Dressing, Red Onion, Crouton Dust Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side House Salad - $7: mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, crouton dust Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Alchemist Heady Topper - $12: 16oz can Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Ithaca Ale House
- Is Ithaca Ale House dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ithaca Ale House has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings, Coleslaw and French Fries.
- What can I eat at Ithaca Ale House on a dairy-free diet?
- Onion Rings, Coleslaw and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ithaca Ale House have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and Side House Salad.
- Is Ithaca Ale House gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Ithaca Ale House?
- Fat Mac Burger, at roughly 64g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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