Acu Bistro Bar

Food was amazing! We got a paella, and braised ribs and a pizza for the kids.It was honestly very good food.Unfortunately the service was awful. For a bill of $180 this is the service we got.The server completely ignored us the whole time we were there. After dropping off our food he never came back. Not even to offer a much needed water refill.Another server or maybe the manager, I am not sure who it was, came over to box the pizza for us. This was probably the nicest thing someone did for us while we were there.He put the pizza in the bar area right behind me and my husband which we did not notice. When it was time for us to leave, my husband asked our server to please box our food. Which he took and brought back boxed up in a bag which had a torn up bottom. My husband asked our server for the pizza that had been boxed earlier to which the server rudely responded "it's right behind you" as if we were asking stupid questions. My husband then proceeded to ask for a new bag as that one he brought to us was coming apart at the bottom as I mentioned earlier. Server said, "yeah, okay" and completely ignored us after that. He walked past us several times and made eye contact with us but never came back. Eventually my husband got tired of waiting and we left. I am not sure if it's because we had kids or because of how we were dressed but the servers attitude was one that made me feel as if our business was a burden to the restaurant.Definitely will not be coming back.

LOCATION:Conveniently located right off of IH-10, Acu is on the corner of a strip mall with a comfortable, ambient indoor seating area, while also sporting a decorated outdoor eating space. It's an awesome place with a beautiful brick oven in view of almost all tables.FOOD:The food is so delicious and unique that you will probably have to go back a few times to try more items. The pizza and salad pictured below is delicious, albeit slightly smaller portioned than I'd like. The pita bread and Labneh Feta dip is simple, but absolutely great. My fiancé and I need to try more dips in the future as well.DRINKS:All the wine we've had has been satisfactory. The wine selection goes from average priced/tasting to very premium choices.Overall this place is awesome. A pricey, but worthwhile experience and unlike almost anything out there. Have never had bad service, and the setup is extremely nice. An incomparable, mixed menu of Mediterranean, Spanish, and Texan influences. You should definitely try it out!

Outstanding! The pizzas were amazing both creative and fresh. Everything is fresh and hot. The apps were full of flavor. I also recommend trying some of the drinks specials. Get there and enjoy a vibrant and warm atmosphere and amazing service! Highly recommended.

I went here on a week day for a birthday dinner with a friend and was delighted with the experience. The decor and music reminded me of being in a Spanish restaurant. The Mediterranean cuisine highlights delectable treats from a variety of cultures. Portions are hearty and tasty. I didn't even have room to order an entrée after enjoying my sampler dip plate, beet salad, and house salad. Though a little bit pricier than your average restaurant, I felt it was totally worth it. After all, you get what you pay for. Be sure to check out the bar menu. They've got some tasty treats there as well. I look forward to dining here again.

Looking for something new and different, and after reading the reviews and checking out the pictures of the food and the menu, I found myself at Acu Bistro Bar. After recently returning from Madrid, the paella on the menu was a big selling point, vale'. After being seated, our server ran through the menu and specials for the night. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and offered great suggestions. I decide to start off with a cocktail, so I order their Anejo Old Fashion, the Brazino as my main course, the Paella Acu for the table and the molten chocolate cake for dessert....giddy up!Note: the Paella is made to order and will require additional preparation time (45 minutes I believe)Their Anejo Old Fashion uses Herradura silver along with angostura bitters and chocolate bitters which adds a nice subtle difference. They serve it in a nice glass with a large rock.....well done. This is a nice twist on a whiskey standard. The Branzino comes out next and looks spectacular. It is prepared and served whole fried fish style with the skin on. The fish is actually flaky and tender on the inside with a nice seasoning. The only caveat is to be careful with the fish bones. It is served on a bed of rice pilaf which is fluffy and also seasoned well. Next up is the Paella Acu. Once on the table, you can see the chicken, shrimp, mussels, calamari all mixed into the saffron seasoned rice and it all smells delicious. All the different proteins come together in a melody of flavors as the saffron rice pulls them all together. Very good paella! Vale'!Finally, after loosening my belt, I go for the molten chocolate cake. It is served warm with vanilla ice cream ala mode. The outside is firm and moist and once you scoop a piece to release the inner melted chocolate you are in heaven. I was definitely ready for a long nap after this glorious meal.Overall, the meal and overall experience at Acu was really memorable. I look forward to returning and exploring more of their menu.

Another delightful dinner at the Acu Bistro Baar. A gem in the area. We began our meal with very fresh Baba ghanoush and fresh baked pita bread. We tried a variety of small plates..grilled Pulpo, Porchetta and the Onion Gratin. All were delicious and service was outstanding. They serve a lovely Tempranillo by the glass that were thoroughly enjoyed. Kudos to the staff!

This unassuming spot across from the Dominion is truly a hidden gem. Imaginative and delicious wood fired pizzas, fall off the bone beef short rib, baba ganoush, and great drinks are paired with service that is both friendly and fast. Highly recommended

Happy Eating All!If you want to get out today and try some fantastic family traditional cooking, try Acu'.We were not a disappointed this evening grazing our way through their fantastic menu.Bacon wrapped stuffed dates - these should be outlawed or atleast not shared with others as you will want to horde them all to yourself. The watermelon salad and roasted peaches and burrito were fantastic.The fire roasted octopus was out of this world. Watching them cook it in the big pizza oven and then coming out sizzling was magnificent. You have to try the hand made pitas toasted in the wood oven. Then finished it off with a wonderful white chocolate bread pudding with a fig sauce.Even better was the family service. Thanks Karlo and family for a great experience, we will return for more.

Delicious Mediterranean food and drinks. I am really impressed of the great food, drinks and service. Specifically I now think this is the BEST Paella en San Antonio.

Tiny place, nice atmosphere for dinner with a friend. The waiter was not that friendly or attentive