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The Alehouse Columbia, Columbia, MD
The Alehouse Columbia, Columbia, MD
The Alehouse Columbia, Columbia, MD
The Alehouse Columbia, Columbia, MD
The Alehouse Columbia, Columbia, MD

The Alehouse Columbia

4.4
4.4
1241 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Join us for dinner, then stay for drinks and live entertainment in our indoor bars or on our spacious back patio. Watch your favorite teams on our 50+ big screens, host a party in one of our private rooms or just relax with a cocktail under the stars. At The Ale House Columbia, you'll find great food, expertly-crafted drinks and Howard County's best nightlife.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Burgers
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (443) 546-3640
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Columbia
  • Cross street
    Interstate 175
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary valet parking every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday after 5pm.
  • Entertainment
    Live music every Friday night in the bar after 9pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,241 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Lively

1,241 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food5service4ambience4
    The floors were really dirty in there. Fries and chicken nuggets on the floor. A whole pickle under another table. A huge spider came walking across the bench. You gotta clean up in there.

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  2. DrRon

    Baltimore

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Our first time back in years. The reason then was the lack of diversity in the menu. Wife is a Pescatarian and the choices were limited. However, the new menu is more comprehensive and the taste was good. So we have returned and will make this one of our regular casual dining spots again. We will be visiting for Brunch within the next two weeks.

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  3. KDeP

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    The food was great, and the service was good. My complaint is that when we were seated, the host moved a table to make room for our party of five - there was a significant amount of trash under the table they moved, and they left it there. So basically we ate next to garbage. A bit disappointing, especially since we had family from out of town with us and wanted to show off this nice restaurant, but the trash was hard to ignore. Other than that, it was fine.

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  4. Dee11

    Baltimore

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was great, service was excellent. They’ve upped their game and we’re happy to be back!

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  5. JessicaG

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great brunch with a friend. There is a make it yourself bottomless mimosa option. I had the chorizo burrito and it was delicious and the breakfast potatoes are amazing. Will definitely be back.

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  6. JamesR

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    We were a bit disappointed in our food. I had a hamburger which was a bit dry (ordered medium) and my wife had a French dip which was fatty. Both were certainly okay but we expected better. The staff was friendly and attentive, though they took our order to the table next to us at first.

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  7. COZE

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great value for dining! Pleasant waitstaff and my server Sammi was the best! Wonderful house Chardonnay (I purchased a bottle) and my pasta dish was amazing! Only thing is that, At first the music gave me anxiety, like the music gave me like Jan 6-Capitol Hill vibes, but then later someone changed the playlist to a more upbeat , inclusive sound thank God 🤸🏾‍♀️😂😂 *Coming back to try the Jerk Chicken 💯💯💯

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  8. MelissaM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Sammie, was so polite, punctual and attentive. She checked on us several times and suggested items from the menu when we asked for her input. The food was very good! The steak and eggs were cooked as requested. The breakfast sandwich was tasty as well. The endless mimosas are worth it!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our food was delicious and we had a great server! The special fall menu that's going on right now has some great options.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    Food was good when we actually had it. Service was terrible. Did not bring out our appetizer. We had to cancel it. Given one drink menu. No silverware. Forgot my dressing.

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  11. GemL

    Baltimore

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    Service was not their usual. Apparently server never put our order in. Wait time for food super long. Two of the orders were wrong. One meal came & we had to petition for it. We sat outside and set up and ambience great. Also, when food finally arrived, it was on par as always. Hope they focus service issue.

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  12. JanaeF

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Service and food was amazing! A few hiccups with our order and bill but nothing that couldn’t be resolved with a smile. Allison our server was welcoming and pleasant. Recommend given their brunch a try for your next get together. Will be returning!

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  13. RichL

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Ale House burger is perennial favorite. Bad luck to order second beer just as keg kicked.

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  14. AlvinB

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I made an excellent selection, so I was informed. I tend to agree. Looking forward to returning.

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  15. Kirasmom

    Baltimore

    96 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    96 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Food was great, took forever to come out though. Service was very slow. Hadn’t been here in a while, don’t anticipate returning.

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  16. EJRand

    Baltimore

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place in Columbia. Enjoyed the food and the price were great for the quality of food. Will definitely go again.

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  17. Alberto

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. We have been there several times and in particular the waiters and waitresses are excellent every time. Yesterday Claudia was outstanding.

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  18. Cheyenne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it! We will for sure be back! We went for my fiancé’s birthday & our server (I think her name was Sylvia) was awesome!!! The bottomless mimosas were a hit!

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  19. ProfPlum18

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Service was great. Took a little bit of time for the food, but they did bring out the children’s chicken tenders and fries before the adult’s food was ready. As for the fish and chips I ordered, it certainly was underwhelming for $21.99. Fish fillet was thin, not much to it, and I’ve gotten way better from other restaurants. I will add the beer selection was great, had a sour on nitro, so it’s a hit or miss depending on what you are visiting the restaurant for. My friends burger looked like a better option for the money.

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  20. JoelB

    Baltimore

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Not our first visit, definitely won't be our last. Nice vibe, friendly service, great menu and the food is tasty! Plus they have Dr. Pepper!

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  21. Antwan

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This place has some tremendous entrees and appetizers. Also, the craft beer selection is great. I recommend almost any of the easy drinking beers on the list. Great service, food, and experience for casual dining or a group outing. The staff were also more than amenable to accommodate or larger than normal party of 12 when more people showed up than we anticipated.

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  22. SeeZee

    Baltimore

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was all good; service was too, except I would have appreciated if the server had told us that there was a $2.99 upcharge for the Caesar salad along with my sandwich--I would not have ordered it. I would rather have an included small Caesar salad with no upcharge. it was way too large for a side salad.

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  23. Javoris

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and atmosphere. Our server I believe his name was Brayden was great.

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  24. RichL

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New weekly-specials list was welcome addition to menu choices. Beer selection fine as usual.

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  25. HoCofriends

    Baltimore

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Poor service. Charged double for coffee. Was not offered a refund. Was told to come back for and they would give us free coffee and an app or dessert. Expensive for what they gave you

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  26. DebbieH

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience1
    The food was OK. The crabcake had no seasoning in it.  Also, I made the reservation letting them know it was my son‘s birthday and I told the waiter three times and they never did anything special for him. I was a little disappointed about that. 

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  27. Jallday

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food and service was good. Ambiance was excellent. Would definitely come back.

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  28. BriannaB

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience2
    This was my first time here The server acted as if it was a issue not to order alcohol then he took forever to come back i had to keep asking other servers for assistance My steak tasted burnt lik old grill This was my first & last time here.

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  29. MichaelD

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    This was the first time visiting the ale house, and the waitress was fantastic very patient and had very much information when I asked. I will definitely come back again with my wife.

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  30. VIgirl

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food and ambience; conversation was great; company was good

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  31. TheNeatOne

    Baltimore

    68 reviews

    4.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Alehouse was our go-to on this visit for a quick, familiar meal on this Father’s Day holiday. Alex our server was outstanding! He quickly acknowledged us and began engaging straight away. He was courteous, friendly and very comfortable with the menu. He delivered our beverages and food right away and made sure all was accurate. The food was good, and a perfect temp. However, I did feel the pancakes were a bit salty and my daughter confirmed/agreed. Otherwise, all was well and the time spent could not have been better. We will return and we will be requesting Alex!!

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  32. SarahW

    Exclusive

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When we moved here a year ago, we quickly found this local fave. It was just re-opening after a renovation (I believe) & wasn’t very busy yet. Over the last few months, we haven’t been able to get in without a reservation. Know that before you go but definitely go. I’ve never had a bad meal nor bad experience there.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service is always good. I always enjoy Sunday brunch

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  34. SheilaM

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the Grilled Chicken & Goat cheese salad. It was fabulous. I intended to save half to bring home and. . .oops. Gone!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have a moderately good time at Alehouse. This time we had an outstanding time. Our server remembered us from our last two visits and his service was excellent. We ordered the French toast bites to start (9/10), crab cake sandwich (10/10), shrimp bowl on their special (10/10), and the kids chicken tenders (10/10). Everything was great and would probably order it all again. The bottomless mimosas, Bellinis, and bloody Mary’s never disappoint. It has definitely become our family brunch staple.

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  36. JammieP

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    There was nats in all of our food. Never coming back.

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  37. AjaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the atmosphere, friendly service, and quality of food. I went for brunch and especially loved the make your own Mimosa bar. I will definitely be returning!

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  38. tennisgirl

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The bowl we ordered had everything we like in it, but the rice and chicken were lukewarm. The chicken was a little dry too. The sweet potatoes were cold and hard, even though they were cubed. Great ingredients, poorly executed. The server was very attentive, while the hostess seemed annoyed. Restaurant was almost empty on a Saturday night.

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  39. DaveB

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our reservation was ready and we were seated right away. Greg our server did a nice job and the food was good as always. We will return!

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  40. Annie

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    The food was not great. Ordered steak medium and it came well done. I made a reservation at 7 and the table was not even ready despite the place being really empty. This place used to be really good and normally there would be at least an hour wait for a table. will not be returning.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Alehouse Columbia using the Order Online button. The Alehouse Columbia also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (443) 546-3640.

The Alehouse Columbia is rated 4.4 stars by 1241 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Alehouse Columbia

6480 Dobbin Center Way, Columbia, MD 21045

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Interstate 175
  • Neighborhood
    Columbia
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Gastro Pub, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer complimentary valet parking every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday after 5pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music every Friday night in the bar after 9pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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