I want to give this place 2.5 stars, but was generous and gave 3 since 2 seemed a little mean.
We chose A&A for dinner for Girls' Night Out, so the three of us had a bit of a wait for a table but were able to find a couple chairs at the bar and have a drink. How does a place with ALE in the name only have 6 beers on tap?!?! Ok..moving on. They do, however, have a fully stocked bar. The owner came over to us several times to chat and be friendly - and finally found us a table.
This place has potential, for sure. However, I don't think they've hit their stride yet. I wouldn't describe the menu as anything relating to gastronomy - just slightly eclectic. For example, one of the gals ordered country fried chicken. It was boneless breast meat with a cornflake-type breading and served with mashed potatoes and sauteed greens. Nothing unusual here - but the chicken was pretty good.
My other friend and I split a lobster roll. Good thing we also decided to share the cheese plate. The roll was the size of a hot dog bun and the chunks of lobster were overcooked and chewy but tasted OK.
Again, A&A definitely has potential but could use a bit more creativity on the menu to really label themselves a gastropub.