I went for happy hour and we ordered some drinks which were fine. We also ordered pizza which was the biggest mistake ever. The pizza was not only cold, it was also very wet. We told the waiter who then told the chef who didn't seem to care at all. The pizza was supposed to be woodfired but it didn't seem like it was ever near a fire. It was disgusting and inedible. This business is not long for this area, especially if the shift is not even try to make it right. Avoid don't waste your money. It was also hilarious how tiny the happy hour drinks were. Different from the regular our drinks. read more

Acre - Cold, wet pizza - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

The experience overall was great. Service was fantastic. The food in my opinion was just ok. I wasn't overly impressed. Cute location. Easy to walk somewhere after for a drink. read more

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Such a wonderful evening spent at Acre Kitchen and Bar. After some Christmas shopping on Rockridge Ave I wanted to give myself a gift in the form of a craft cocktail. I decided to sit at the bar and after mulling over a few choices I settled on the Turkish Delight. It's pisco, vodka, blood orange, and chocolate bitters, and yes, it is as delicious as it sounds! The bartender, Kevin, really knows his craft and took great care of me. Everyone I encountered here went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. Can't wait to return! read more

Acre - Turkish Delight, delicious! - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

Fries and oysters were great but decided not to order more food due to how offensive the service was. Firstly we were shoved in a corner while these two older white woman were asked if they liked to switch their seats so they were more comfortable. From the minute my girlfriend and I sat down we felt uncomfortable. All of the other guests were being taken care of and asked how they were doing. (They were all white) While me and my partner were just in the corner being ignored and having the most awkward interactions with our server. Also the espresso martini had to be a joke absolutely no foam and was basically vodka with a splash of cold brew and 2 sad little beans floating in the mess. Never wanted to leave a restaurant so badly before. read more

The service and ambiance were great, loved the music. But the food was not so much. We ordered the tasting menu, and i really feel as through they could offer more than one drink option. A vodka and gin mixed cocktail was not appealing to me, or my friend so we ended up ordering off the drink menu. The shrimp were acidic, like they were soaked in citric acid. It made my mouth burn. The lobster paste with creamy vodka sauce was more like a spicy red sauce. There was no cream; and the presentation was terrible! They could have at least added some basil or parsley. Lastly the brownie and ice cream tasted like it was off a kids menu at Sizzler. Absolutely disgusting! read more

Acre - This was mid, the shrimp were very acidic, and they burned in the mouth. The cocktail sauce made the sensation worse. - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

Excellent food and service was great. A popular place, so can be somewhat noisy. I would recommend this restaurant.

I promised myself I would return after trying Acre for Oakland Restaurant week. We made earlish reservations for upstairs and were seated at a table for two next to the stair railing. This made for an awkward and uncomfortable dining experience since all you can hear are the conversations of the folks coming up the stairs to be seated. The Caesar continues to be our favorite dish and I might stick to the shareable menu if I return. The cocktails are just okay and pricey. The Oxtail Gnocchi was salty and needed something to break up the richness (like the coleslaw does for the Pork Loin). I was so excited to come back but it was loud and I hated the table which may be coloring my review. read more

Acre - Gnocchi - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

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Celebrated my birthday here with a dear friend and my daughter. Perfect combo of carbs, cocktails and decadent desserts. It was a perfect evening- will return! read more

Ever wonder where all the attentive restaurant staff went since the start of the pandemic? They're working at Acre. Not only did I feel heard and accommodated from the time I called for a reservation until I paid the check, EVERY member of the staff went the extra mile to make our dining experience enjoyable. Likewise the cuisine was perfection! Garlic Shrimp, Roasted Cauliflower, New York Steak. And for dessert Pumpkin Crème Brûlée served in a pumpkin. Delicious! read more

Acre - Pumpkin crème brûlée - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

Great food, service, and atmosphere. Will definitely return. Came for the first time for lunch with a friend. We told our waitress that we were going to share two entrees. She had the kitchen split the plates for us. The pastrami sandwich is a stand-out. read more

Decided to tryAcre again for lunch , as I thought Acre deserved a second chance . The service is fine, the downstairs has been altered to allow more folks in so it is noisy, but it is a cafe for lunch and I forgave them for the noise and the closeness , but the food was unacceptable. The egg salad was tasteless even after I sprinkled some lime on it from my Pellegrino, and . The Pastrami was think and full of gristle. The chips were from a package. I give up on Acre but the owners are nice and I wish them the best. If what one wants is a noisy, cheerful place (both up and downstairs) and a big bar) and the food isn't necessary or important. Go here! read more

Acre - What we didn't eat! - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

The "smash burger" is not a smash burger...it's a thick patty that is poorly seasoned with no flavor and a very weird secret sauce that taste like sweet tomato sauce you'd put on pasta. Definitely experimental. Also there is a fee for the health insurance of workers which is written on the menu in tiny tiny font at the bottom. I get it but they could just pay their workers enough, it kind of made me want to take that amount off of a 20% tip (I didn't this time). It's fine. Definitely performative and not great food or great quality to align with that. read more

got seated immediately on a Saturday for happy hour. we got the happy hour white, the happy hour spritz, oysters, meatballs, fries, a margarita pizza and a La vaca Verde (?) pizza. The oysters were fresh and the sauce was great. Meatballs were amazing; best Ive had in the east bay. pizzas were deliciously made-- I really enjoyed the crust. Happy hour drinks were pretty good also. Service- impecabble. The table diagonal to us didnt leave a tip and thats just ridiculous behavior. Please stay home and get take out if you dont tip. read more

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The first time we dined here it took one hour before our food arrived. The food was very good so we came back a second time. It took 35 minutes for our cocktails to arrive. Both times we dined upstairs. Again the food was very good but obviously the service is definitely lacking. In addition to the expected 20% tip, they add 5% to the bill so the customers can pay the the employees medical. So expect to pay 25% more than the price of your meal. On the bill, they advise you that they charge the 5% so that they can provide the employees with medical. They also advise you that you can request to have the 5% removed. I wonder how many people feel comfortable doing that. Why not inlcrease the menu price by 5%. A $30 menu price then becomes $31.50 and the cusomers won't know that are actually paying the employee's medical. The atmosphere is very nice here and the food is good. If you can get by the service and paying the employee's medical, then you would have a fine meal. read more

Last week two friends and I joined a full dining room at Acre, for lunch. The entrees were in the $20 range. My friends had smoked salmon, and pastrami. I ordered steelhead lentil salad. Mine was beautifully plated, tasty, and filling. Accompanied by the Rhône Chateau Ollieux Romania, it was a perfect afternoon meal. We were so busy yakking that we barely noticed the lunch crowd emptying the dining room. When we asked our server if we were keeping her, she graciously invited us to stick around for as long as we wanted. Acre offers a miraculous mix of quality ingredients, top notch service, and affordability, a rarity in today's restaurant roulette. read more

Very good food very good service, in an excellent location. Both downstairs and upstairs..

My wife, friend and I had dinner there last night . 1st off check out the menu on line . It is a little strange . They have twists on Italian basics like pizza and pasta. The salads are different too. Any whoo my wife asked for the non alcoholic rose. They were out of that... OK . we all settled on pizzas . They were OK nothing special. Wood fire pizza. We had deserts they were OK. The thing that kind of irked us, is that once the server figured out we weren't having any alcohol and he took our order... We never saw him again. I had to wave at him to get desert , and again to get the check.. I couldn't wait to leave read more

Wood-fired pizza with a great wine selection! Popped in for 'linner' after work on a Friday and grabbed seats at the bar. They have an excellent wine list, and my friend and I enjoyed sampling a few before deciding on a glass of rosé and Pinot noir. We ordered the funghi pizza to share and it had a great crust; thin and chewy with a slight char from the oven. We also ordered their french dip sandwich to share, and were so full we ended up taking their housemade chips to-go. Would definitely repeat the experience. Recommend getting a reservation if you don't plan on arriving early. The place is popular and had a good number of people waiting when we left! read more

I had the Cubano with fries. The fries were the best. Top notch. Crispy and thin. The sandwich was very dry. The pork was dry and the arugula was dry. I would have told this to the server of they ever checked in or asked why I left so much uneaten. I didn't carefully read the description or I would have known there are also no pickles. There were jalapeños. The service was speedy. read more

Acre - Cubano Sandwich and and fries - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

We had a very nice lunch at Acre the other day, I really liked the fried olive appetizer, the sauce was especially delicious. Our food was good and came out relatively quickly. The service was slow to start and it took a bit before our order was taken, but they were quite busy. I'd love to come back and try their dinner and drink menu. read more

Acre - Salmon focaccia - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

Attended to a Holiday Private Event and I must say the ambiance is superb, I highly recommend this restaurant, the food was amazing and the service was fantastic. Special thanks to Chef Dirk. We all enjoyed your delicious food, the unexpected provisions bag was a great touch. The entire evening was everything we hoped it would be. Thank you Team Acre! We'll see you soon! read more

Atmosphere 10 Waitstaff 10+ Food 5 at best The foccaia was good but the butter it was served with had a sweet taste that i personally didn't like. The fries were delicious (but so are McDonald's). The chanterelle pasta was in desperate need of some salt (which wasn't on table) and the "award winning" Gold rush pizza was meh. Could've used some red pepper flakes or something to break up the richness of the cheese. There are so many good restaurants on College ave that I probably won't come back. read more

Food was excellent, service very good. We had a problem with one dish, but management was very responsive

As long-time neighborhood locals, this is our favorite spot on College Ave. The service is *excellent* and very friendly, the food is consistently very good and occasionally outstanding, and they make great cocktails. The owner & chef are super nice and make an effort to greet regulars. We also love the atmosphere - it's in a prime spot on College Ave for people watching and generally feeling in the mix of things. Upstairs has a fantastic view, and downstairs has a more casual vibe. We love this place! read more

Came here for lunch today without a reservation and they were able to seat me at the bar! There were only 2 of us so it wasn't a problem for a Friday afternoon. The space is right on the corner, so hard to miss it. The inside got pretty noisy, so don't expect to come for a quiet conversation. Upstairs looked like it was closed for an event or something, so might be a fun spot to host a happy hour or something. Parking is not great right on College, but if you are down to walk there is really plenty of parking in the more residential neighborhoods. I parked about a 4 min walk away but it was a free 4 hrs, so I'm definitely not complaining. We ordered: 1. Bitter Caesar Salad - The bitter part of this salad was definitely an accurate description - I wasn't actually expecting the leaves to be bitter but they were. It was still a good salad though! 2. Funghi Pizza - This pizza was super good! The crust was doughy and soooo good while hot! Lots of mushroom taste, which I like. I definitely want to come back for the Margherita Pizza at some point and when I'm not pregnant so I can try the cocktails cuz the cocktails looked super yummy and refreshing! read more

This place is worth all the hype and then some. When you walk in you're greeted by a stunning interior with sleek, modern decor that's both stylish and comfortable. The vibe is upscale but not stuffy, and you feel right at home whether you're dressed up or dressed down. But let's talk about the food, because oh my goodness, it is fire. The menu at Acre is inspired by Mediterranean cuisine and features a wide range of dishes that are creative, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Must try the mushroom toast and the octopus! The cocktails are also fantastic. I highly recommend the dangerous liaison for scotch enthusiasts. But what really sets Acre apart is the service. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food and drink they serve. We even had the chance to meet the chef as he was walking around and greeting all guests and asking how they liked the food! Highly recommend checking out this place. It's a true standout in the Oakland dining scene, with incredible food, drinks, and service that will leave you feeling blown away. read more

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My friend Chamaine and I always grind time for this gem. I love the friendly people working here. The food is on point! I had their Bronzino not long ago with a side of fried olives. Their wine selection with their food always matches very well. Love the pairings. I will continue to support this awesome spot ! read more

Excellent service on a Saturday brunch with friends. I had the smoked salmon avocado sandwich. It came with a green salad and a very generous portion of salmon. This is not my first visit to the Acre cafe, but my first to their weekend brunch. Noise level was fine. I plan to return. I have enjoyed their soups and sandwich lunch offerings on weekdays. The price was reasonable given the generous portion of good quality lox. Their decaf coffee was very good. read more

Acre - Smoked salmon avocado sandwich. - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

Great ambience, vibe, neighborhood street parking, service. The fried olives are a hit. One vegetarian entree, mushroom pasta, is a solid choice. Good to take folks for a nice dinner and conversation. read more

My wife and I went here during Oakland Restaurant Week. We had the special restaurant week menu. She had the shrimp pasta while I had the roasted chicken. The salad, veggies, and rich chocolate desert were excellent. The chicken was delicious and my wife loved her shrimp. Ambiance was Rockridge hip and the service was very good. read more

Acre was 5-star all the way for me! The food, ambiance, decor, and service were all incredible. Our server was warm and extremely knowledgable about both the food and drinks on the menu. I was impressed. The food itself was incredible. Highlights for me included the pull apart rolls, steak tartare, gnocchi (this in particular was exquisite!), lamb sugo, and tiramisu. They even had amazing french fries. The drinks, both cocktail and mocktail, were beautifully presented and very well made. The ambiance was soothing and modern, upscale but unpretentious. It was also fun to look out on bustling College Avenue from the upstairs where we were seated. I will absolutely return! read more

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I've been to Acre twice since it's opened and it's exceeded my expectations on both occasions. Bluntly, I didn't expect much from this restaurant, but between the lunch time pizza & a 5-person birthday meal, Acre delivered an exceptional meal, great service, and beautiful, slow-paced atmosphere. For the birthday dinner, we ordered nearly every entree - steak, chicken x2, branzino, and maitake mushrooms. To share, we ordered the pasta, La Vaca Verde pizza, and some fries. Although every bite was delicious, the pasta, pizza, and mushrooms were by far my favorite part of the meal. I can't wait to go back and try the other items on their rotating seasonal menu. read more

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Wonderful dinner! Service and the food were equally amazing. The persimmons with prosciutto and whipped cheese were the star of the night. Spiny lobster risotto was great for sharing and the curried pumpkin puree with the halibut had great flavor. Would definitely recommend this place for dinner. The only criticism we have is they still need to work on their weekend brunch. The same high notes and consistency are being missed with their brunch service. read more

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We stopped in at the new Acre cafe downstairs for a post-dinner coffee and dessert. The place was packed and hopping! The overall menu looks delicious and not scary overpriced (given the times we're in this is increasingly found in such places). The ambience is cozy, social, and warm with a pleasant glow from the center brick pizza oven. The coffee was very good quality and we enjoyed the pear tart which wasn't overly sweet as it could have been from frangipane. I've got my eye on the Tcho chocolate budino with peanut mousse!! We'll definitely be back to try both the cafe and the upstairs soon! read more

Acre - Cappuccinos - Pizza Near Me - Oakland, California

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I highly recommend this restaurant, the food was amazing, and very friendly staff. Will go to Acre again when in the neighborhood. read more

Ever since this place opened, my significant other and I had been excited to come here. We came on a Friday night, and it seemed full, so we were glad to have gotten a small bar table in a nook upstairs. It was a pretty adorable spot, and the place had a good date night ambience. I got the following (everything except the drink was shared): Siesta cocktail - I thought this cocktail was great! The strawberry comes through strongly, which I liked because it was a sweet drink. I couldn't really taste the alcohol. It actually kind of tasted like a strawberry punch. Mushroom Toast - The mushrooms on top were so good - flavorful and had great texture. However, the sauce from the mushrooms soaked into the toast and made it soggy (except for the crust). The bread was so-so to begin with, and this made it even worse. Steak Tartare - This was pretty plain. The potato chips were fine, but they were too thin and broke easily if used to scoop the tartare. Lamb Sugo - This was also just okay. The lamb tasted a little plain and the rest tasted like grits. Garlic Shrimp - The shrimp was hearty, but it didn't have much flavor. The bread was soggy in certain areas because of the sauce, which made it pretty salty. SO salty, in fact, that it was actually a tad painful for me to eat the bread, so I had to leave a few of the soggy bits on the plate. I felt like the dishes had good-sized portions, but the service was really slow in taking our order and wrapping up. When a server asked if we wanted a dessert menu, we said no, so they cleared our table. But nothing happened afterwards. I had to call one of the bartenders over (who I think was a server, too, because this same person had taken our order in the beginning). When they came over, they also asked if we wanted a dessert menu, which indicates to me that they didn't know we had already been asked that. It's possible this may have been just an off night. Overall, the food was 2 stars and the service was 3, but the cocktail was a 5, and they did an excellent job having no dish ware-related dine-in waste (see Eco Notes below). The restaurant is probably still working out the kinks since they're still relatively new, which is why my overall rating is a 3. ECO NOTES (Dine-In) Dine-In Dishware: Reusable ceramic plates Napkins: Reusable cloth napkin Utensils: Metal fork and knife Water cups: Tall glass cups read more

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I'm Rockridge lover and local. It was such a sentimental moment when we last our beloved former restaurant. With no sentimental, emotional attachment, I think this new restaurant, Acre did really well. It's very well designed and up graded the whole thing. Everything was interesting yet delicious, good servers, clean restrooms, welcoming atmosphere in every tip of corners. Only thing I wouldn't recommend is their dessert. The server confirmed that the chef is still working on their new dessert ideas. So it might be ready when you are there. There are many restaurants in this neighborhood but not many of them we go back. I think this will be one of the restaurants we will go back and enjoy. read more

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Went here for brunch today with 4 adults and 3 kids. The food and service were excellent. Would highly recommend making a reservation. We will definitely be back! read more

I've been to Acre a few times and have always had a great experience--figured it was time for a review. Delicious food, excellent service, and fun and upbeat ambience. The wood fired pizza is always a solid choice (mmm burrata), and you can't go wrong with their wine list. Strongly recommend for a date night, brunch with the family, or a night with your girlfriends. Shoutout to Roy and all the Acre team that has taken great care of me and my party each time I've visited. read more

Acre Kitchen & Bar isn't just a restaurant; it's an experience that blooms on your palate and lingers long after the last bite. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by the warmth of a sunlit California vineyard, the aroma of fresh herbs dancing in the air. The staff, like seasoned sommeliers of hospitality, guide you through the journey with genuine smiles and attentive service. But the true magic unfolds on the plate. Each dish is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, showcasing the bounty of local farms and the artistry of the chefs. We were lucky enough to have the chefs themselves stop by our table, their passion for food radiating as they explained the inspiration behind each creation. It wasn't just a meal; it was a conversation, a shared love letter to the land and its bounty. The flavors? Oh, the flavors! Each dish was a symphony of textures and tastes. The roasted cauliflower, bathed in a spiced tahini sauce, danced with caramelized onions and crisp pomegranate seeds. The lamb ragu, slow-cooked to melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, nestled on a bed of creamy polenta, each bite a comforting embrace. And the desserts, oh my, the desserts! The ricotta cheesecake, spiked with lemon zest and topped with a swirl of honey-infused berries, was a revelation, a sweet finale to a perfect evening. The wine list, like the food, was a celebration of local terroir. Our server, a connoisseur of the vine, expertly guided us through a journey of sun-drenched California varietals, each pairing seamlessly with the food. We lingered over glasses, the conversation flowing as easily as the wine, basking in the warm glow of the restaurant. Acre Kitchen & Bar isn't just a restaurant; it's an acre of culinary abundance, a haven for those who appreciate the art of food and the joy of shared experience. It's a place where the staff are your friends, the chefs your confidantes, and every dish a poem penned in edible ink. If you're looking for a meal that transcends the ordinary, a night that feeds both your body and soul, then Acre is your destination. Just be sure to bring your appetite, an open mind, and a heart ready to be enchanted. Final Verdict: Acre Kitchen & Bar earns a resounding five-star rating, and a place on your must-visit list. It's a culinary gem, a testament to the power of fresh, local ingredients and the magic that happens when passion meets skill. Go forth, dear reader, and discover your own acre of culinary bliss! read more