The Ale House

First time ever at the Ale House on Friday 1/5/24. Been driving by it for years but for some reason we never went. Now I’m mad it took me so long to get there! What a hidden gem. Very small inside but also comfortable. The bartender/server was Erin and she is awesome. Very very nice, fun and on the ball when you need a drink. I didn’t count the exact number, but they have 20+ beers on tap and also have a very extensive whiskey selection along with all your other favorite liquors. And the food? Absolutely delicious. We had the weekly special pizza which was a white garlic base, topped with spinach, diced tomatoes, diced onions and a balsamic glaze. Amazing flavor and the dough was cooked to crispy perfection. We also tried the grilled chicken sandwich with a spicy rub. Also grilled to perfection, great flavors with L/T/O on a soft Roma’s Bakery roll. Our friends that we were with each got a different burger which looked awesome as well. Not to mention, a bunch of other different menu options I saw come out to other tables looked fantastic. All in all I would highly recommend the Ale House and I believe my wife and I will be regularly customers from now on🍻

I have very mixed feelings about reviewing this place. On one hand I don’t want to review it at all in hopes that every time I come it will be the same people, on the other I want it to be here every time I’m in the area. Get the ribeye and ignore what it looks like I assure you it’s worth it. The pizza is good too. Thing is you are looking up bars for drinks and probably less concerned about the food. The beer selection has been better than most bars in the country let alone the area for years and continues to be. Did someone say whiskey, they have that too with a selection that would be home in Kentucky. Point is this may just be one of the best dive bars in the country, you can’t go wrong here unless you were after a domestic and they still probably have it.

Very knowledgeable on both beer and bourbon. Great food very friendly and welcoming.

One cook. One bartender. Small Belgian bar feel. Food was excellent. Beer menu was extensive and well rounded. Bourbon and scotch menu was even better. Get the Speidie and a Hazy IPA. Thank me later. As a regular stop for work you can't go wrong here.

What a nice place to visit when you're on the road and you're staying at a hotel. Awesome staff, lots of food options, good selection of beer and liquors.
I had the Pork Spiedie which I could not pronounce the second part of the name because I was not a local LOL It was quite good and very tender. Did I mention the staff was awesome

I've traveled the world and this place is world class. The beer selection is truly amazing. The staff and locals were friendly and helpful. Felt right at home. Do not hesitate to give this place a try. You will not be disappointed.

Love this place. Hidden gem. Beers are great. Service is good, bartenders are so friendly and helpful. Variety of beers to choose from is up everyone alley. Porters are just hoppy enough. Not too bitter. A must visit if you are in the area and want friendly service and a cool beer

Fantastic little neighborhood pub with an amazing tap line. Menu is simple and meat focused but the food was very very tasty. Fantastic local vibe!

Great place amazing selection of craft beer. Some of the best pizza in Broome county.

Ale House never disappoints. Have been going here for many years and can always rely on great for, beer, and a friendly atmosphere.

The music is a the most perfect volume. Easy listening rock music. Calm vibes. The best variety of good beer. I wanna crawl in the corner of the bar with a beer and a blanket and just chill. The staff are so attentive and nice. I wanna crawl in the corner with a blanket and beer and just vibe out in the place. I really cannot express to you how perfect the volume of the music is in this place. I know what you’re thinking… you’re thinking “who thinks of the volume of the music?!” I do. It’s me. They’re playing Fleetwood Mac, the Stones, soft rock, classic rock, 90’s-00’s rock. Finally a bar that’s not playing bro/boot locker country. It’s like I walked into this place and I’m in a European bar with American music. I cannot express to you how easy going this place is. Actually don’t go here because I want this place all to myself.

Huge selection of beers, including a large variety of high-quality craft beers. Food was very good as well. Great atmosphere and very friendly staff. Will definitely visit again.

Such a great vibe setting. Absolutely loved the service. The selection and its owner!! Really great place.

Used to frequent this place years ago. Still a great place to visit. Staff makes you feel at home.

The place to go for amazing beers on draft. Hill Farmstead, Grimm, Upstate, Other Half, Thin Man, and Zero Gravity to name a few. Owner Erin and staff know beers and their food. Get the spiede pork, expect a platter of crackers and excellent cheese to be served when ordered. Awesome regulars that seem to have found their second or third homes at. I'm looking at you Phyllis! 😉

PS. Don't be surprised to find a very helpful and informative owner on site.

PSS. Hope my new growler was not from your personal trip there.

PSSS. If you tell me it was in the next 16 hours I'll deliver it back before I leave for Buffalo, if later I'll bring it back on my next trip. 👍👍💯

A small and cozy bar with a VERY large selection of beers. Also, the pizza is excellent.

It's a good place to hang out and drink beer. They have a great variety of beers

Despite the explosion of craft breweries and beer bars in the area, the Ale House is still the best for beer lovers. They've been serving craft beer for far longer than anyone else, and unlike most other establishments, they have many styles that range beyond the over hopped IPA's or over roasty stouts which dominate almost every other place.

Service is great. Their pizza is awesome.

Cozy bar, but the down lighting is a little harsh.

Awesome beer selection as always! Friendly and attentive staff. Nice atmosphere. Sandwiches were great but the pizza was just so so.
Went back and the pizza looked and smelled delicious! I didn't try it myself but those who did said it was great!

The selection of beer is amazing. The staff is incredibly friendly. The only thing I can say is that I had a great experience. Just a heads up, it is a small place so there's not much seating.