Ale House 1890

Ale House 1890 is a restaurant in Lancaster, OH, located in Historic Downtown Lancaster. The restaurant and pub holds a rating of 4.60 across 1,743 reviews, reflecting an established track record built on a large base of customer feedback.

Since 1890, the address at 151 West Main Street has served spirits to the city of Lancaster. In 2014, the historic location was expanded and the business moved next door to 149 West Main Street, where Ale House 1890 now continues that tradition. The kitchen prepares made-from-scratch recipes using produce sourced from local growers, and the menu carries over classics from the old Minute Bar alongside newer Ale House additions, ranging from Buffalo Chicken pizza to Ale House Pretzel Bites. Eighteen beers are on tap, and the bar serves craft beer, spirits, and a full cocktail list. Lunch, dinner, and banquet menus are available. Hours run Monday through Thursday from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 am to midnight, with the bar open until midnight on Friday and Saturday. The kitchen closes nightly at 11:00 pm. A call-ahead seating option lets guests put their name on a wait list up to 30 minutes before arrival.

The restaurant sits on West Main Street within the Lancaster West Main Street Historic District. The Fairfield County Municipal Court is steps away, and Fairfield County ADAMH is just down the block. Veterans Square and the arts center at Art and Clay on Main are a short walk from the front door.

With more than 1,700 reviews and a 4.60 rating, Ale House 1890 has earned a solid reputation in Lancaster as a downtown destination for made-from-scratch food, eighteen taps, and a historic setting.