Cute spot. Inconspicuous from the outside. Located next to a post office. When you walk in, you step in to a little store with japanese bowls and dishes on display. Order your food at the counter, then walk through the curtain to find a seat. Seating is first come first serve. The chicken karage bento box was delicious. The chicken had the perfect crispy texture. The mayo sauce on the chicken had a slight wasabi flavor. The bento box comes with salad, rice, and small appetizers. I also got a matcha latte. Great venue and overall experience. read more

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Super cute shop and solid Japanese lunch options! I love that you can buy little ceramics in the shop out front. We got the chicken nanban and chicken karaage bentos. The bentos are a bit pricy, but the ingredients taste very fresh and not too heavy. I also got a matcha latte, which was decent. It can be hard to find a seat inside because there are people working on their laptops, but there is some outdoor seating in the back. read more

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I was scrolling GrubHub and saw this place and the name struck me as familiar. Then I realized I'd heard an influencer talking about it. Usually, I am wary of what influencers say, but this food looked good and I was finally in Williamsburg to try it, so why not?! I'm so glad I did. I got the salmon box. I have no idea how they prepare the salmon, but it is so flavorful and juicy. I had to stop myself from eating it all at once and having none to eat with my other sides. As for those. The box came with a few tiny lil sides; a little salad, some radish, some purple rice and some brussels sprouts. I also added a sauce for $1 and an extra side of brussels. Everything was delicious and I can't wait to eat here again. read more

ACRE - cute packaging - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ever since I tried homecooked chicken nanban in Japan, I've been eager to find places in the city that serve it. ACRE's version is quite good, and I appreciate the purple rice and salad accompaniments. The space is interesting. The front of the restaurant is basically a home goods/gifts store where you can order your food. After you order and pay, you can sit in the back seating area, where you pick up your food at a counter when your buzzer beeps. So it's not a full-service restaurant, but more of a pretentious cafeteria, lol. It felt a bit wasteful to be eating in and to use disposable trays and chopsticks. It's a good option if you're looking for a casual but homey place to eat a balanced meal. No tap water offered, so be prepared to pay for a drink or to bring your own. read more

ACRE - Chicken nanban - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is so cute! The place is divided into 3 sections: - Where you order (it's super cute, including a bunch of gift shop like items) - Indoor seating - Outdoor seating Now I will say, there's a line that forms outside that can take some time to patiently wait through. But! Once you do get through it, you're treated to some excellent bento lunch sets. And while you do wait, you can peruse of some of the household items, bowls, etc. available for sale. I do love that you have the option to come here either as a cafe or a restaurant. Or I suppose, as a shop, though that would be a bit of a line unless you're here in an off-peak time. We got a few matcha lattes and bentos, including a side of Japanese chicken karaage. The bentos come with fluffy purple rice, which reminds me of the rice my mom loves to make. There isn't a bad seating area, and it's quite expansive. For the pricing I suppose it's fine, though the self-service nature gives it a cafeteria vibe that makes you look at your receipt in slight disbelief. The trays contribute to that feeling. But hey. Give this a try, and I don't think it'll miss. read more

Such an adorable spot! Would def be a good area to study. So many cute little trinkets at the front where you order as well. Their hochija and matcha are so yummy. salmon bento: 4.5/5 cooked rly well, wish I could taste some more of the miso marinade pork katsu: 3/5 kinda dry and sauce didn't hit as hard for me Nanban: 5/5 I rly loved the chicken karaage and chicken nanban bento!! just so perfectly crispy with addicting sauces Matcha croissant: 3.5/5 yummmmy!! wish they could heat it up slightly read more

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I love that Acre is a restaurant, cafe, and shop, all in one! Their bento lunch sets are amazing - I tried salmon saikyo-miso and loved all the sides. The salmon was so fresh and tender. Their mango matcha is really refreshing! I am definitely coming back to try more of their menu. They have a bit of outdoor seating in the front, as well as a larger outdoor area in the back. The interior also has a large seating area. The front is the cafe and where small household items are sold. The staff are all so friendly. read more

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OMG I've been dreaming of this matcha loaf since I got it. It's so strongly of matcha, just the right amount of bitter, and super moist. The hot hojicha latte is also delicious. Really cute modern Japanese interior and a back cafe with seating. I'll have to come back for the bentos. read more

ACRE - Matcha Loaf - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here on a Friday afternoon after a long day out in the sun. My friend got the fried chicken karaage bento, and I got the salmon bento. They were $25 and $26, respectively. This is a very simple meal, and everything is lightly seasoned. The karaage was crispy with a slightly tangy sauce. The salmon was pretty thin and mostly seasoned with just salt. If I'm ever in the area and trying to eat something healthy, I would come back again! I wish the salmon was a bit saltier and less oily, but it was a good meal nonetheless. read more

ACRE - Grilled Salmon Saikyo-Miso /GF Chicken Karaage Bento Box /GFChicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love this place! I've been several times and never have any complaints. I'm always searching for authentic Japanese food, having grown up in Japan. They've got great pastries, drinks, and little trinkets in the front. You get a buzzer and can seat yourself in the back - there's indoor seats and outdoor / shed seating. Recently I've gotten the chicken nanban and the egg salad sandwich and they were both very satisfying. Service was great and the ambiance was nice. Love how the owner is actually Japanese too! read more

ACRE - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Loved the fun summer-y drink options! Had to indulge in the iced matcha mango latte and the chicken karaage bento box for sustenance. Both were delicious and enjoyed in the back garden with a lush view of the plant life and brick walls. It's a self-service place where you get a buzzer and pickup your tray when it's ready. You also can throw away your trash and place the tray in the designated area. It was quite busy as the line went out the door on a Saturday afternoon. However, there were seats inside and out so most people were to-gos. read more

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When you're in a low appetite mood, a Japanese bento is the right fix ‍ Balanced, not too heavy, and a nice variety of eats. Acre does it so well, serving satisfying meals in a super welcoming, cozy space. Lots of natural light, with both indoor and outdoor seating, and that effortless Brooklyn charm They also sell rly cute home goods too. For the bentos, the sides are all the same with well seasoned protein, rice, salad, pickled radish, and charred brussel sprouts! You'll find me here as soon as the weather warms up. salmon saikyo-miso bento box $24* chicken nanban bento box $23* 입맛없을땐 요런 도시락이 답!! 라이트해서 부담이 덜 되고 반찬도 다양한게 질리지 않고 먹을수 있어서 좋다. Acre가 이걸 참 잘하는데 맛도 좋고 먹을수 있는 공간도 넓어서 편하다. 실내외 자리 둘다 있어서 굳 벤토는 메인만 바뀌고 나머지 구성은 같음! read more

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ACRE sits among the great businesses in Greenpoint's Little Japan neighborhood, appealing to those looking for home decor or a meal. When you step in you'll find yourself in their retail store, with shelves of ceramic bowls, plates, wooden utensils, kind of like a fancier Muji. They also have bottles of sake and some kitchen supplies like sauces for sale. Make your way to the back for their restaurant, and you'll see a generous amount of seating, probably enough for like 40 people or so. There's even a backyard with tables and chairs, a dining area that looks just as large as the one inside, though it was too cold for me to hang out back there. Inside, it's reminiscent of a nice cafeteria, and there's no table service, so I found the $25+ price tag for the lunch sets a bit high. The karaage set came with purple rice and a salad and was pretty tasty, as was the hojicha latte I got to wash it all down with. As charming as the place was, I don't think I'm running back. The portions were too small, but that might be my American appetite talking. read more

ACRE - karaage bento box - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The food and the vibes are elite. The lines are long, but there are places to sit. They even have an outside portion in the back where you can sit and relax. The food portions are small but very filling. The karaage bento box is worth it as well as the chicken nan ban bento box. Their drinks and dessert are tasty as well. read more

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I stumbled in here because Radio Bakery had a long line and boy was I THANKFUL for that... The matcha was so incredibly good that it didn't require any sweetener. The pastry was incredibly moist and tasty. And the ambience of the gift shop area was to die for!! It was literally so good here that I ran back the next day for a matcha... I'd love to get lunch here soon. read more

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This is a cute spot! Whether you're looking for a cafe, lunch or gift shop, Acre has it all. I got the matcha mango and ham n cheese croissant. read more

ACRE - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

There was a bit of a line in the front section to order your food on a Sunday afternoon. Once you order though, you can seat yourself in the dining section and pick up your food when your buzzer rings. I got a chicken karage sandwich and it was really good. The karage was super crispy and the mayo sauce was quite flavorful - I maybe would've preferred slightly less sauce but it wasn't necessarily overwhelming. I also liked the brioche bun it came with. My one complaint with ACRE is that the portions are on the smaller side while the prices are somewhat high. read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Food- 4.5/5 i will always come back here for food. I think the best meal is Don Katsu but chicken karage is pretty solid too. Curry was decent but if i come back, ill certainly get Don Katsu. Service- 4/5 nothing special because you order and you pick up your own food. What I appreciate is its open kitchen. It shows transparency and confidence with their hygiene level! Overall, highly recommend for simple Japanese lunchie if you are in Greenpoint! read more

ACRE - Gluten-free Chicken Curry Rice /GF, don Pork Katsu Bento Box, Chicken Karaage Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing casual Japanese cafe. The chicken nanban is the best! Quick casual service but with cute store front so good for a casual lunch on date spot any day. The best part is that the food is actually meant to be healthy! read more

ACRE - Chicken Nanban Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Got the chicken karaage sandwich and an iced latte. The sandwich was a bit tricky to eat since it had several small pieces of chicken instead of a single patty, but the flavor--sweet and savory--was solid, and the chicken was nice and crispy. I also tried a sip of my friend's matcha, which was the umami matcha--supposedly a higher-quality option. Everything is pretty much self-serve: you order at the counter, pick your seat, and grab your food when it's ready. Despite that, the place is super cute and has a nice vibe. read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Someone told me this spot was overpriced and not worth the money, and it stopped me from going for several months! Decided to finally give it a try and form my own opinion and was pleasantly surprised. The karaage is lightly battered & fried, flavored perfectly with a chewy, mochi-like exterior. It was absolutely delicious. It was a perfectly balanced meal with the purple rice and salad. I also opted to add the miso soup for $4, which was definitely worth it - hearty, savory, and filled with an assortment of veggies. The matcha latte also seemed to be high quality and a great creamy/foamy texture. So yes, the price may feel a tad high (although that's just inflation now), but the quality of food is great. I would come back! Definitely a crowded/popular spot - all the indoor tables were filled but many may miss the back patio that is still completely covered and warm with heat lamps. read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love this place so much. First of all, their chicken sandwich is better than the one from Double Chicken Please. I said what I said, and I'll say it again. It was tender, the bread was soft but with a delicate crunch, and so so fresh. It has a refreshing crunch from the japanese slaw that's on it. I've also been back and gotten their bento and the ingredients are just good quality and paid attention to. The rice is fluffy and soft, the salad has a wonderful brightness to it (is that yuzu I taste?) The matcha I've had iced and hot, and it's good quality. I also liked their hojicha raspberry latte as well. The matcha cake was just okay, it was a bit stale, not sure if it was an off day, but everything else was so good I'll give this place a 5 stars still. read more

ACRE is in the Greenpoint area in Brooklyn. It's a very cozy, welcoming Japanese cafe/bakery. There are GF options like Chicken kaarage and Sandos. There is seating outside that is very lovely. We got the aonori fries, bentos, and matcha latte with pistachio milk (My sister got hot chocolate with pistachio milk). The barista was very friendly and welcoming. The food was the best, the kaarage was scrumptious, everything was delicious, felt homey, I would have to say this was my favorite restaurant experience during our NY trip. For baked goods, there was lemon muffins, we got some to go to try later. Would definitely come back to try the chicken kaarage sando :D read more

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Perfect spot to pop by for a quick bite! Their chicken is cooked to perfection in terms of crispy and juiciness. Definitely sit outside if the weather permits, they have a beautiful back patio area to enjoy your meal at! read more

ACRE - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Nice and cozy Japanese cafe/bento spot in Greenpoint! The place looks so simple outside and chic inside. There is a cute shop placed in. We ordered delivery Pork Katsu bento and Chicken nanban with veg miso soups! Came hot and fresh. Quality is excellent Japanese bento box! ( sad happened with delivery for 4 states) will come back read more

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Loved Acre. Fast Casual Japanese lunch spot with major tokyo coffee house vibes. The drinks were good, the food was good, and I loved how it felt special even though it was fast casual. When you enter, there's a store that sells Japanese goods, and a coffee bar and counter where you can order your food. Then you can go into the next room, get seated, watch the open kitchen while you wait for your food. When it comes, you can tell that it's simple but made well. I always appreciate that. read more

Can't believe I've been sleeping on this place. Line was long when I visited around lunchtime on a Sunday but it was definitely worth the wait. There are also plenty of cool items to look at in the store while you're on line. Japanese fried chicken karaage bento box and iced hojicha latte with oat milk were both fantastic, and the backyard seating was very serene. Need to try the sandwich, fries and pastries next time! And I want a bag of their homemade granola. read more

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This is such a cute restaurant/store! I ordered a bento and one of the lattes. Everything was so delicious and had very balanced flavors. Nothing was too sweet/salty/sour and it really hit the spot. It does get a bit crowded but definitely worth stopping by even if just to check out the cool items they have for sale in the front! read more

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Great place to get authentic Japanese meal. I got the Chicken Katzu bento and it was moist on the inside, crispy on the outside with some mayo sauce on it. It was balanced with clean tasting purple rice and salad. Come early on the weekend or risk waiting on a long line. They are strict about ordering first before grabbing seats. Despite me holding a child on one hand and two bags on a another with my second child with me, they had no sympathy to allow me to settle in first before ordering. They have backyard seating as well as inside seating. Bathrooms were pretty clean. read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Met up with a group of friends here at ACRE and was pleasantly surprised at how spacious this cafe was! When you first walk in, you are met with an area where you can shop Japanese home goods and snacks. In same area, you can line up and place your order. Once you've ordered, you are given a buzzer and you can go to the back to find a seat. There's a good amount of seating indoors and there's also a backyard garden with some seats as well. We opted to sit inside as it was a little warm but I'd love to come back and hang out in the garden when it gets cooler. All of us opted for a bento box and a drink. I ended up getting the Chicken Karaage bento box with an iced hojicha latte with pistachio milk. The total was $31 not including tip. The bento box includes the protein of choice, a side salad, purple rice, some brussel sprouts, and pickled radish. Everything paired very well together. I particularly liked the yuzu dressing that they mixed in with the salad. The chicken was crispy, juicy and flavored well (it did have a little too much breading for my liking though). The hojicha latte was pleasantly nutty and and earthy. Overall, it's a great option if you're seeking a casual place for lunch. The warm and grounding ambiance makes for a good place to come solo or with a group of friends. read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place was awesome. I needed my Japanese meal fix and this cafe/restaurant was just the place. Small menu but amazing quality food. Also their mango matcha latte was soooo good. read more

ACRE - Chicken Nanban Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I keep giving ACRE second chances because I want to understand the hype, but I think I just need to admit that it's not for me. The ambiance and backyard are certainly beautiful, and the nanban bento I got was okay too, though on the pricey side given the tiny portion. My biggest gripe is their drinks which I find to be waaay too sweet. I've tried their matcha and hojicha lattes and couldn't taste the tea in either of them, just milk and syrup. It makes me wonder what the quality of the powder they're using is. Overall my experiences didn't live up to the standard that I would expect given their price and advertised authenticity. read more

Cute little cafe in Brooklyn. The service is great! The matcha is rich and unsweetened

Love the lattes and the staff here! If you are looking for great coffee and friendly staff, you need to go here!

Acre is a unique place to grab coffee, grab a Japanese styled bento meal, and also shop for trinkets! I came here with a friend on a random weekday afternoon. We got some coffee and a Chicken Karaage bento box to snack on. Service was pick up your order when your buzzer buzzes. Coffee and bites were delicious. We also sat in their backyard patio for the vibes. Would come back! read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Bento Box /GF - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The perfect mix of Japan and Brooklyn! My bf and I came here for lunch today. It was very relaxed. We ordered an iced oat milk latte, ume sparkling soda, karaage bento box with miso, hijiki, and an egg salad sandwich. The karaage chicken is some of the best I've had in NYC. The bento box came with a little taste of the Brussel sprouts and I wish we would have ordered that as a side. The hijiki was amazing and I haven't seen it at too many places in the US (at least on the east coast). My least favorite was the egg salad sandwich but it was still amazing. The food was maybe a tad pricey but once I tasted everything I realized it is because they really put a lot of time and effort into the food they serve. The overall atmosphere is very laid back. They sell ceramics in the entrance to the shop. I loved my experience here and will definitely be back. read more

ACRE - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Food? Yes, great though a bit on the pricier side. Ambiance? Yes. Love the cafe vibes - and have even journaled here to pass time. Unfortunately, for matcha or houjicha lattes - I've tried a few times - and you are better off making the walk to Kettl (the source of the teas) for the latte. They'll do latte art, it won't be gritty, for the same price. A bit disappointed with Acre on their drinks. read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Bento Box - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I feel like I should've known about ACRE sooner. ACRE is the kind of place you almost don't want to tell too many people about. It's a Japanese inspired restaurant that is both a café and a restaurant. Everything from the interior to the food and the products they offer seem to have an air of elegance to it and seem to be very specially curated. The ingredients are fresh, and top quality, and it feels like a spot clean pop girls would come to. The interior is a minimalist yet warm design with light accents and plenty of naturally lighting. The space feels intimate without being too cramped. The store is decorated with wood accents and soft lighting to create a relaxing, bright, healing atmosphere. While the space feels simple, it also feels luxury. The food at ACRE is also great! They seem to focus on seasonal ingredients and Japanese-inspired dishes balancing both freshness, quality and flavor profiles! Everything just feels so thoughtfully prepared. Each dish is simple but so well seasoned and so well balanced. One thing i would note though is that ACRE is a bit pricey. However, the quality of the ingredients and the care that goes into each dish makes it worth it for me. It's a great place to come to have lunch with friends, chat and yap while taking in the sunlight. TLDR; great food, great ambiance, pricey. Feels simple yet elegant, everything from the food to the interior is very well balanced. read more

Food was delicious, atmosphere is amazing, staff is very friendly. Looking forward to coming back in the spring! read more

ACRE - Chicken Karaage Sandwich & matcha latte & ACRE Garden Salad /GF&Vegan - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

For me, ACRE ticks all the boxes. It feels like a high end cafeteria, the kind you would see maybe in Spain or Italy. You order at the register and then you sit anywhere you can. There is outdoor seating in front, seating in an outdoor garden in back, barstools counter next to the register and a pretty large mess hall in the back. The food is very fresh and healthy. I had the salmon bento box and the hojicha and raspberry latte. Both were delicious. For hours after, I felt full but not bloated. Similar to how I feel after eating at the vegan chain Le Botaniste, which I also love and has a similar setup, Oh, and the service at ACRE was very good, except for the girl in back who looked confused and wanted to charge me for some extra salad dressing. The food and lattes aren't cheap so extra for dressing seemed odd. Other than that, I loved it and will go back. read more

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