KC's Alley – American
Tucked away in a vibrant nook, this lively eatery hums with the spirited energy of a neighborhood favorite where the aroma of griddled ham and spicy chorizo beckons locals to linger over hearty, inventive plates. From the sun-kissed freshness of garden-inspired bowls to the indulgent warmth of a loaded breakfast quesadilla, every dish captures a playful, laid-back essence perfect for slow weekend recoveries and bustling morning connections.
10 West Butler Avenue, Ambler PA 19002 https://kc-alley.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and approachable menu, guests appreciate the solid value provided for a casual meal. Reviewers highlight the friendly nature of the staff and the welcoming atmosphere, noting that the relaxed service pace allows for a comfortable and unhurried dining experience.
Menu
Brunch Omelets & Goodies
Saturday & Sunday mornings 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
- The Green Garden - $12: Spinach, Tomato, Mushroom, American Cheese, Side of Alley Potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The California - $14: Bacon, Avocado, Onion, American Cheese, Topped with Salsa Roja, Side of Alley Potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Chill Chorizo - $14: Chorizo, Pepper, Onion, Provolone Cheese, Side of Alley Potatoes Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Daytime KC Dilla - $12: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Side of Avocado Salsa & Salsa Roja Dietary tags: High-Protein, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs YO Way - $12: 3 Eggs, Bacon or Sausage, White Toast, Side of Alley Potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nacho Average Breakfast - $12: Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce, Scrambled Eggs, Pico de Gallo Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Recovery Burger - $14: Bacon, Egg, American Cheese, Chipotle Mayo, Side of Alley Potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Hammy Down - $13: Ham, Fried Eggs, Avocado, Provolone and Pepper Jack Cheese, Chipotle Ranch & Country White Bread Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- O'Baby Burrito - $15: Scrambled Egg, Chorizo, Alley Potatoes, Cheddar and American Cheese, Topped with Salsa Roja Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sammy - $10: Fried Eggs, American, Choice of Meat (Bacon, Sausage, or Ham), Long Roll, Side of Alley Potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $12: Bananas & Strawberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crispy Chicken & Waffles - $15: Side of Syrup, Bacon, Sausage & Cole Slaw, Topped with Hot Honey Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Short Stack of Pancakes - $12: Topped with Bananas & Chocolate Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
Soups
- French Onion Soup - $8: Garlic Crouton & Melted Provolone Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Chili - $8: Green Chili, Black Beans, Pepper Jack Cheese & side of Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup du Jour - $7: Chef's Creation - Offered Seasonally Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Cheeno's Chicken Wings (Small) - $11: 6 wings. Choice of Mild, Hot, Bang Bang, Honey BBQ, Teriyaki, or Garlic Hot. Served with Ranch or Blue Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeno's Chicken Wings (Large) - $18: 12 wings. Choice of Mild, Hot, Bang Bang, Honey BBQ, Teriyaki, or Garlic Hot. Served with Ranch or Blue Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Trio - $13: House Made Fried Mozzarella Wedges, Balsamic Reduction, Smoked Tomato Aioli & Sriracha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $12: Hand Battered to Order, Served with your choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Ricotta Toast - $12: Honey ricotta with pistachios, served with toast points Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Dynamite Shrimp - $14: Fried popcorn shrimp, house dynamite sauce, sesame seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- KC Dilla - $13: Grilled Chicken, Cheddar & Pepper Jack Cheese, Side of Pico de Gallo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels - $10: Bacon & balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesesteak Eggrolls - $12: Fresh cooked steak, american & mozzarella cheese, side of spicy ketchup Dietary tags: GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- KC's Nachos - $10: Homemade tortilla chips, pepper jack cheese sauce, pico de gallo, black bean & corn salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
Smash Burgers
All Smash Burgers are served with KC’s Pesto Pasta Salad
- Firecracker Burger - $16: Habanero BBQ Sauce, Pepper Jack Cheese with Fried Onions & Jalapeños Available at: dinner, lunch
- BYOSB - $14.5: Served with Lettuce, Tomato, and Onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Dipper Burger - $16: Two 5oz. Patties, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Mushrooms & Fried Onions Smothered in House Made Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shroom & Bloom - $14: Grilled marinated portobello mushroom, cheddar cheese, chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, and onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Bar Pizza
- Traditional Pizza - $12: Homemade Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Pizza - $12: Mushrooms, Roasted Red Peppers, Marinated Tomatoes, Fresh Arugula, Mozzarella Cheese, Sharp Provolone & Balsamic Glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- C-B-R Pizza - $13: Sliced Chicken Breast, Mozzarella Cheese, Crispy Bacon, Diced Tomato & Ranch Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Pizza - $13: Sliced Chicken Breast, KC's Wing Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese & Crumbled Bleu Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Alley Salad - $10: Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic Crouton & Choice of Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10: Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Crouton & Creamy Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rockhill Salad - $12: Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Cranberries, Sliced Green Apples, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Chopped Walnuts, Diced tomatoes & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Revival Salad - $13: Baby Iceberg Lettuce, Edamame, Chickpeas, Cucumbers, Radishes, Hard Boiled Egg, Goat Cheese, Lemon Zest & Champagne Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $12: Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Fresh Pico De Gallo, Black Bean and Corn Salsa, Crispy Corn Tortillas, Cheddar Cheese & Fresh Avocado Salsa Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Wedge - $13: Iceberg lettuce, homemade bleu cheese dressing, Cheeno's signature hot sauce, grape tomatoes, and bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Wraps
All Sandwiches and Wraps are served with KC’s Pesto Pasta Salad
- The OG Ultimate Wrap - $14: Grilled Chicken, Crispy Bacon, American Cheese & Honey Mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Grilled Cheese - $15: Caramelized fresh onions, american & cheddar cheese, thyme, butter-toasted loaf Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toasted Turkey - $15: Roasted turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, wasabi ranch, avocados, grilled italian bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Loaded Alley - $14: Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese sauce, crispy onions, bang bang sauce, topped with alley fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stop Your Beefin' - $15: In-House Cooked & Sliced Roast Beef, Provolone Cheese, Long Roll, Side of au Jus Available at: dinner, lunch
- LIX - Super Cheesesteak - $17: Thinly Sliced Rib Eye, Fried Onions, Fried Mozzarella, Copper Sharp American, Chipotle Mayo, Seeded Long Roll & Side of House Made Cherry Pepper Relish Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken - $15: Crispy Chicken Breast, Smothered in Pepper Jack Cheese Sauce, Honey Chipotle BBQ Sauce, Crispy Bacon, Avocado Salsa on a Potato Roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- South Philly Cutlet - $16: Thinly breaded chicken breast, crisped, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, arugula, balsamic, sesame roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Molotov Chicken Parm - $17: Chicken cutlet, spicy vodka sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, long roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon BTL Wrap - $16: Cajun Salmon, bacon, lettuce, tomato, lemon dill cream Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Italian Stallion - $17: Herb roast sliced pork, sharp provolone cheese, au jus, broccoli rabe, side of spicy cherry pepper relish, long roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Chicken Pot Pie - $17: House-roasted chicken, mirepoix, peas, chicken stock, cream, puff pastry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Rice Bowl - $18: Grilled carne asada sirloin, spanish rice, pico de gallo, pepper jack cheese, guacamole Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Alley Fries - $6: Lightly Drizzled with Butter & Our Own Alley Seasoning Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Ol' Fries - $5: Hot & Crispy Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $9: Fresh Cut & Served with a side of Chipotle Mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Alley Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Toast - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- KC's Crushin' It - $13: Vodka, triple sec, apple cider, topped with sprite Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Midnight Pumpkin - $17: Vodka, espresso, splash of Frangelico, pumpkin cold foam, cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- The Mistress - $12: Vodka, St. Germaine elderflower liqueur, fresh basil, lime
- Seasonal Sangria - $12: Choice of red or white Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Tequila Me Softly - $13: Tequila, triple sec, pear puree, fresh lime, cinnamon simple syrup, cinnamon rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Berry Buzzed - $14: Makers 25/20 anniversary barrel select, blueberry simple syrup, fresh orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Don't Be So Old-Fashioned - $16: Makers 25/20 anniversary barrel, walnut bitters, maple simple syrup, orange twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fig with Benefits - $14: Gin, fig puree, fresh lemon, honey simple syrup, fresh thyme Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- KC's Lemonade Stand - $10: Fresh lemonade & choice of Stoli blueberry, orange or raspberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bobbing for Balance (Mocktail) - $10: Apple cider, cranberry, lemon, cinnamon simple syrup, club soda, cinnamon sugar rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Berry Virgin (Mocktail) - $11: Muddled mint, blueberry simple syrup, fresh lime, topped with club soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about KC's Alley
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews indicate concerns regarding a relaxed service pace, though guests generally appreciate the friendly staff and reasonable pricing.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- KC's Alley specializes in American cuisine, featuring inventive breakfast and lunch plates like burgers, burritos, and chicken and waffles.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is family-friendly, offering a welcoming atmosphere, budget-friendly pricing, and kid-pleasing menu items like pancakes, French toast, and waffles.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with extensive options including keto, vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein dishes like The Green Garden.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) American eatery is considered good value, with reviewers celebrating its reasonable pricing and approachable menu for casual meals.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a budget-friendly, casual American eatery with friendly staff, a relaxed service pace, and a 3.0/5 rating.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- KC's Alley has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://kc-alley.com/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this budget-friendly American eatery by enjoying a relaxed, unhurried meal like the Recovery Burger or French Toast in its lively neighborhood atmosphere.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu includes vegan options like Alley Potatoes, keto and low-carb selections, and gluten-free dishes such as The Green Garden.
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