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Acacia Review

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Acacia

$$-$$$, Southwestern, Foothills

User Rating: **** 4.5

Fodor's Review:

One of Tucson's premier chefs, Albert Hall, has opened a restaurant in one of the area's most artistic settings. A glass waterfall sculpture by local artist Tom Philabaum graces one wall and bold red-and-blue glass plates and stemware seem to float atop the tables. Roasted plum tomato-and-basil soup, a recipe from Albert's mom, is a favorite starter. Creative dishes like wild salmon with a pecan honey-mustard glaze and wood-fired quail filled with pancetta, mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, and Oaxacan risotto are among the many tempting entrées. Weekend evenings bring live jazz to the patio, which overlooks pretty, flower-filled St. Philip's Plaza.

Member Reviews & Ratings:

Not just another face in the crowd.

Posted by TerryfromTucson from The Old Pueblo on 9/6/07

When I made the reservation a week ago I mentioned that we were celebrating my friends ?th birthday, the hostess must have made note of this in their book because our server immediatly greeted us with a warm smile and a happy birthday directed at my friend.Our meal was terrific! I did have trouble picking a wine for the evening and after several minutes of perusing the wine book the owner (I believe) came over and recomended a perfect Napa Valley cabernet after asking what we were thinking about having for dinner. Mmm dessert. I would in no way consider myself an expert in this field but,this was the best creme brulee I had ever eaten.You would be hard pressed to find a better one even in the most metropolitan cities.My friend also loved the brulee and was thrilled when it arrived on a plate that read happy birthday written in chocolate.Thankfully no one came to sing.We were suprised when the server brought over two glasses of dessert wine compliments of the house.A nice touch. Thanks for a wonderfull night
FOOD: 5.0
ATMOSPHERE: 5.0
SERVICE: 5.0
VALUE: 5.0
RATING: 5.0

A few service issues...but great food

Posted by vnyarizona from Tucson, AZ on 8/8/07

Almost everyone had their summer tasting menu, which was great and tons of food and wine. My mother did not get the salad she ordered and complained that her filet was over-cooked. But other than that, everything was fantastic...including the live music.
FOOD: 5.0
ATMOSPHERE: 4.0
SERVICE: 3.0
VALUE: 5.0
RATING: 4.4

Good Food, Great Atmosphere

Posted by tucsonfoodie from Tucson AZ on 7/26/07

Loved the waterfall right next to our table, and the lovely patio dining that looks to a courtyard where sometimes live jazz musicians are playing. The food was also very good and the service was fine. I recommend it.
FOOD: 4.0
ATMOSPHERE: 5.0
SERVICE: 3.0
VALUE: 3.0
RATING: 3.8

Not what we expected....better!

Posted by Pookie50 from San Luis Colorado on 7/3/07

My husband and I have had many medeocre meals on the road. We were so pleased to find this little jewel. It can be a little expensive if you want to go all out for dinner. Their lunches are pretty reasonable and they serve the bar menu all day. Service for dinner was unobtrusive and appeared effortless. The food was incredably tasty and done with a first class presentation. By the end of the meal we were so relaxed we didn't want to leave. We ended up having coffee and dessert on the patio where a jazz band was playing. A great way to end the night. Being a very short walk from our hotel, we decided we would try lunch before we left. The room looks very different in daylight. The club sandwich I had was very good. My husbands burger was out of this world. Order the fries crispy though. Again, very efficient service.
FOOD: 5.0
ATMOSPHERE: 4.0
SERVICE: 5.0
VALUE: 4.0
RATING: 4.6

 

INFO

  • Address: 4340 N. Campbell Ave., St. Philip's Plaza, Foothills, Tucson, AZ
  • Phone: 520/232-0101
  • Credit Cards: AE, D, MC, V