Welcome To Acacia

Modern European & American ·Wine Bar

ABOUT

Acacia Food & Wine is a wine bar dedicated to serving excellent wines from all over the world matched with the simple beauty & deliciousness of Modern European & American.

We specialize emphasizing Italian, Spanish, French and American Cuisine all of which can be paired with our extensive collection of 60 plus wines by the glass. Our wine list is designed to give our guests a different interpretation of all the major grape varietals we carry. Also to introduce some of the more interesting ones to our guests.

Our food incorporates flavors from all around the Mediterranean basin in order to provide our guest with a plethora of tasty yet healthy choices. As a small family owed business we try to support other small businesses by using locally grown organic/sustainable farming produce, as well as supporting artisanal cheese & beer makers from around the country.

Located in the heart of Van Ness, a mile from Cleveland Park, Chevy Chase, Friendship Heights, Acacia Food & Wine is the perfect place to enjoy a much deserved dinner and glass of wine.

RESTAURANT

The kitchen at Acacia Food & Wine has a reputation for delivering top Modern European & American cuisine in Washington, DC. Our team of talented chefs incorporate elements of Italian, Spanish, French, and American cooking into our inventive menu.

From creative small plates, salads, charcuterie and cheese to delicious home-made pastas, pizza, steaks, and seafood, we take pride in the attention to detail that goes into our offerings. We update our menus frequently to enable us to source the best local and seasonal ingredients whenever possible. Some of our most popular appetizers and entrees include: Wild Mushroom Risotto, Spiced Moulard Duck Breast, Pan Roasted Half Amish Chicken, Ras el Hanout BBQ Grilled Salmon, and the Roseda Farm Burger. For dessert, our regulars love the Turkish Baklava, Crème Brûlée.

In addition to our brunch, lunch and dinner service, we offer catering services, so please keep us in mind for your next event! Our restaurant is also available for private events, including Sunday.

Exquisite cuisine, exceptional wines, attentive service, relaxed ambiance, and reasonable prices define our restaurant. We strive everyday to keep our reputation as a neighborhood gem in Van Ness!

WINE BAR

Acacia Food & Wine is a wine bar dedicated to serving excellent wines from all over the world matched with the simple beauty & deliciousness of Modern European & American.

We specialize emphasizing Italian, Spanish, French, American Cuisine all of which can be paired with our extensive collection of 60 plus wines by the glass.

Our wine list is designed to give our guests a different interpretation of all the major grape varietals we carry. Also to introduce some of the more interesting ones to our guests.

Our food incorporates flavors from all around the Modern European & American basin in order to provide our guest with a plethora of tasty yet healthy choices. As a small family owed business we try to support other small businesses by using locally grown organic/sustainable farming produce, as well as supporting artisanal cheese & beer makers from around the country.

Located in the heart of Van Ness, a mile from Cleveland Park, Chevy Chase, Friendship Heights, Acacia Food & Wine is the perfect place to enjoy a much deserved dinner and glass of wine.

FOOD & WINE

Located on Connecticut Avenue in the Van Ness neighborhood, Acacia Food & Wine has become one of Washington DC’s go-to spots for great food and drinks.

Our contemporary, glass enclosed dining room provides guests with a light and airy atmosphere for brunch and lunch and an ambient and intimate setting for dinner. Our patio is a popular spot in the warmer months where you can dine al fresco surrounded by a garden of fresh herbs, vegetables, and flowers or grab a seat at the bar for one of our 60+ wines by the glass, craft cocktails, or beers to catch up with friends or watch a game. We’ve designed all spaces in our restaurant to provide an atmosphere that complements our kitchen’s delectable offerings.

Acacia Food & Wine has been recognized by Washingtonian Magazine as a ‘Top 100 Restaurant’ in the DC Metro area and received Wine Spectator Magazine’s ‘Award of Excellence’ on multiple occasions. Open Table diners love us for our ‘Notable Wine List’ and ‘Great Outdoor Dining’ and have identified our restaurant as one of the Best Restaurants in Van Ness. We also have one of the best Happy Hours in Washington, DC with an exceptional selection of wines, beers, cocktails, appetizers, small plates, and more!

We specialize in Modern European & American cuisine emphasizing Italian, Spanish, French, and American dishes that pair perfectly with our extensive wine collection. We are conveniently located two blocks north of Van Ness-UDC metro stop on the red line.

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Food Magazine

"The food is plentiful and delicious, huge portions. It is all part of the "old world" sort of dining experience"
The Telegraph

"It’s an unlikely setting for an exquisite dining experience served up by a couple straight out of a rom-com plot. "
Magazin restaurant

"Huge portions, great food, fast service. This location obviously is always packed due to being in Van Ness Area"