Excellent food, drinks, and service. I really enjoyed the oysters on a half shell, and the price of $36 for a dozen is a bargain compared to the prices downeast in Maine. Our server Dove provided friendly fast service, and the four of us were quite satisfied! read more

We visited this place for a second time this past week and found it so-so this time around. I personally enjoy raw oysters and we've visited this place before and liked them so wanted to come back to try out the food. We were seated and greeted right away, but our server seemed visibly annoyed. We picked up on the vibe and decided to just keep things as easy as possible. We ordered a half dozen oysters and they were great. Love the mini Tabasco bottles they bring to the table with them. For dinner, I ordered the pasta and my bf ordered the fish and chips. I found the pasta to be bland, lacking flavor and salt. The shrimp was a tad overcooked as well, so wasn't impressed. He found the fish okay, but did say the fries were good. At least now we have an idea of what type of vibe to go here for us now. The restaurant is really cool and the atmosphere is so vibrant, but for us the food and the noise level makes dinner not our thing. Service was great our first go, but I think she was having a rough night this time, nothing worth not going back for. Drinks and oysters only going forward though! read more

Ocean & Acre - Oysters on the 1/2 shell - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

I came here for dinner with my family, and our experience was ok. We walked in without a reservation and were seated quickly. The waiter was friendly, and he provided some solid suggestions. Service was decent. I do really like the interior and exterior decorations, but I wish the lighting was just a tad bit brighter. We ordered: Crab cakes: these are pretty standard crab cakes. $18 doesn't really feel worth it given how much of the crab cakes are filler. They did taste alright, but honestly they're not that much different from Red Lobster crab cakes. Burrata: actually really tasty, but they should include more of the toast to spread it on. They only give you 2 pieces. Tuna tartare: tasty but with the same issue as the burrata. Not enough lavosh chips. Lobster bisque: not too heavy in a good way. Not overly salty, and it felt like you could eat it guilt free. NOLA shrimp and grits: my brother's entree. Shrimp was overcooked unfortunately, but decent otherwise. Bouillabaisse pasta: my mom's entree. Very solid entree. Big portion of pasta with lots of different seafood. Sauce was well made, and the seafood in this was cooked well (although a few of the mussels weren't 100% clean but that's excusable I suppose). Red wine braised short rib: my dad's entree. Very disappointing. The short rib was overcooked and tough rather than tender. Winter squash risotto: my entree that I added chicken to. The chicken was a bit dry, but the risotto itself was very tasty. Generous portion size (which can be said about all the entrees). Really liked the garlic confit and the mushrooms. Overall, this is a decent place to get dinner if you're at the Halcyon. Cute vibes, and the food is alright. read more

Our 1st time visit for an early dinner on a Saturday impressed this crustacean lover. After chatting about the restaurant's raw-bar offerings with our great server Ms. P., any doubts I had had about partaking in the consumption of raw oysters south of the Mason-Dixon line melted away after sucking down a few of O&A's treasures sourced from the great state of Virginia. Smallish but with deep cups, these little gems went well with the night's special cocktail: a Ford's Gin martini. We moved on to a very nice starter: Burrata, heirloom tomatoes & fresh strawberries, perfect for two to share along with a fresh tasting & well balanced tuna tartare, again enough for two to share. Our Caesar salad was perfectly dressed & paired well with our dinner entree of fish & chips made with Cod. The fry on the fish was great - no grease & the cod itself was very good but we found the batter encompassing the fish too thick, devoid of seasoning & actually a little tough. Tip: batter made with beer or ale will change everything for the better- thanks to the carbonation. Those unfamiliar with the mixed use space in the Halcyon complex will find that this restaurant has one of the nicest patios for outside dining. Inside dining is a mix of booths & tables. High ceilings, shiplap paneling & the openness of the dining room is nice but not so sure how the interior lighting would be in the evening hours if dining in. read more

Ocean & Acre - Tuna tartare with Avacado - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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Recently dined at Ocean & Acre, and the overall experience was truly pleasant. Located inside Halcyon Plaza, the restaurant offers convenient parking with both deck and outdoor options, making arrival seamless. The star of the meal was hands down the Bouillabaisse Pasta--a seafood lover's dream. Made with lobster, shrimp, and mussels, tossed in fettuccine and coated in a rich saffron-tomato broth, it was flavorful, comforting, and beautifully balanced. To complement the dish, I paired it with the Bermuda Berry, a refreshing blend of water, lemon, strawberry, blackberry, and raspberry purées, sweetened with honey and finished with fresh mint. Light, vibrant, and the perfect pairing. The ambiance was equally impressive--stylish yet welcoming, making it ideal for group dinners, solo outings, or special occasions. Service was attentive and seamless, with great communication and smooth meal handoffs throughout the evening. read more

Ocean & Acre - Bouillabaisse Pasta - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

I can't recommend this place enough. I bring any Halcyon first-timers here. Highly recommend the salmon BLT! read more

Ocean & Acre - Drink - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

Upon walking in I was informed of a 15 minute wait however I saw lots of tables. After seeing several others being seated, I went back and asked about my wait to which I was informed my table was now ready. I was sat very closely between two other parties. I asked to move to another table near the back and was told due to the wait rotation he wasn't sure if I could have the table but he would check. The other area I asked about was for reservations. I was able to get the table near the back after going to ask if that was ok. Immediately greeted by the waitress and another who was in training. I ordered a passion fruit mojito and my cousin a strawberry mojito. We had a clear feeling of the bar. She saw two passion fruit mojitos but once the waitress went to grab it she mentioned one was strawberry. Instead of remaking it the bar tender poured strawberry on top. Both mojitos were extremely sweet but good. The mussels were tasty but small. We were offered more bread to go with the broth but was not aware it was being offered at a cost which wasn't high but the offer did not seem like an additional item. The crab cake was amazing. The redfish was very tasty also. The best part was my cousin lobster roll! All of the food is extremely fresh! read more

Ocean & Acre - Lobster roll with lobster bisque - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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The Mussels starter and Lobster Roll , are excellent. Service. I'll be back. Many thanks Frank read more

On a wednesday at 6, they appeared short handed but never missed a beat. The service was great, the atmosphere was vibrant and lively but not too loud. Our waitress Alex and here counterparts did a fabulous job and is what earned them the 5th star. We started with beer, wine and a shrimp cocktail, the shrimp tasted fresh and tasty. We both had the seared maine scallops entree. Wow, very tasty and filling. It is hard to get scallops just right, they got it right, awesome entree. This was a great first night back in the Atlanta area. Word to the wise, metered parking now, the signage is not so great. There is a scam amd pay but not easily seen. I Only got a warning, maybe this is new? read more

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Incredible restaurant, Brandon AND Dalton were great!! The fish and the drinks were on point.

Great food and staff - I love how they update the menu based on the seasons! Brandon, our waiter was exceptional! We will be back!

High quality seafood, taste and representation. The service was also exceptional. Brandon who served us was professional, super friendly and fun to have a conversation. He timed the table perfectly and everything he recommended was exceptional. I highly recommend here for any type of set up as they have the right space, ambiance and high quality food and service to make the dining experience special. Also awesome for big group parties. read more

Inconsistent - I ordered online here before and like the salmon but the second time I ordered the chicken and it was dry. It was supposed to come with asparagus which was why I ordered it but it came with tasteless squash instead. The side of bread was unimpressive also. I also ordered a kid's salmon tacos and it did not come with the side I ordered plus the cheese on the taco was incredibly greasy. Since they put the salad in the same box as the taco it was greasy also. When you are paying the prices this place charges, everything should be amazing. I won't be returning and don't recommend ordering from here online. read more

Seated for reservation promptly. Waitress was very attentive & made some suggestions for ordering. The chargrilled oysters were a delicious appetizer - but only received 5 (vs expected half dozen) - dropped one, maybe? The shrimp & grits were outstanding - smooth, buttery grits with large shrimp & sausage. Description mentions a BBQ broth - but was not (thankfully). Probs need to scratch that off the description as we almost did not order it bc of that. And WHY oh WHY does every restaurant leave the tails on. Makes it so difficult to eat. The pecan encrusted trout special with creamy mashed potatoes & green beans was very tasty and seasoned well. Portion sizes were perfect. This was our 1st visit to Ocean & Acre & we will definitely be returning. Outside patio looked very inviting with the fireplace roaring & heaters plentiful to keep guests warm. read more

Ocean & Acre - Pecan crusted trout with mashed potato's & green beans - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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Enjoyed an amazing lunch on the patio thanks to Pawta and the crew there. We celebrated hubby's birthday. Started with great chargrilled oysters.. enjoyed a lobster roll and tuna tartare and of course amazing chocolate cake. read more

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We sat outside and it was absolutely beautiful! We ordered the oysters, hush puppies, and a caesar salad. All of those were delicious! My main entree was the trout and it was just okay. The fried platter was really good, def would recommend trying that! Overall great first experience. read more

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I had lunch here with a friend. I ordered the Red fish blackened with whipped potatoes & carrots. My friend ordered the seared Ahi Tuna blackened with Coleslaw & Broccolini. Everything we ordered was tasty & flavorful. The carrots were very good & I like that this place has some healthy options to choose from. Our Server Brad was attentive & helpful answering questions about the menu. He definitely stands out for his exceptional service! The ambiance is very spacious & contemporary. There is a nice patio outside. I hope to be back with more friends. read more

Ocean & Acre is our family's favorite restaurant! We are regulars and love everything from the ambience to the food and staff. Our favorite apps are the hush puppies and calamari and their new brunch menu is so fun with live music. Our family has a food allergy and their Executive Chef, Juan, is so wonderful and always makes sure everything is safe. Five stars always the best experience- thank you O&A! read more

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Went with family while visiting from NC. We had a reservation for 7:15. We got to Halycon early and got drinks walked around so the girls could run around and we could listen to the live music before dinner. We got to restaurant and Our booth was being prepared. Ordered our drinks and some appetizers. Calamari and crab cake. My husband had blackened snapper and nephew had fried snapper. Niece had shrimp and grits. I had the wagyu medallions with asparagus and mashed taters. Great nieces had a kids burger and the other had Ahi tuna poke. All dishes were prepared and presented beautifully. We would definitely return. read more

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We loved this spot. First of all the service was amazing. Our server Shea was so cheerful and attentive. Another server was her backup and checked on us a couple of times as well. The restaurant had a great vibe. We were with some friends and we were able to have great conversation without having to shout. The restaurant and bar were bothfull. I had the salmon and hubby had the trout. Both were very tasty and cooked to perfection. We also ordered Old Fashioneds from the bar and they were very good. We will keep this spot on our short list and will certainly be back read more

We've been here a few times and enjoy our meal every time we come. The interior is unmistakably nautical. One of the light fixtures looks like a canoe and there are seashells decorations throughout. Whether we have a reservation or not, we're normally seated pretty quickly. There's also seating on the outside patio which is wonderful when it's nice out. The wait staff is very friendly and helpful and ready to make suggestions if you require any. The last time we came here was my wife treating me for my birthday. My wife started off with one cup of lobster bisque which she enjoyed and we shared the English Stilton wedge salad. I had the pan-seared red fish that I had prepared blackened. It was delicious. My wife had the cast iron crab cake which she liked a lot. Even though they have steaks, we always tend to get their seafood. We highly recommend giving Ocean & Acre a try! read more

Beautiful restaurant, nice menu and service was very nice. I've only been here a few times but think it's a beautiful space and wish it was busier than what it typically is (although I did go on a weekday for lunch). Overall a really good option at Halcyon. read more

Ocean & Acre - Kids menu - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

When you leave a restaurant knowing four employees by name, chances are they did something right. Manager Giovanni is one of the coolest cats I've met in awhile. He knows how to wow a guest! Chef Juan is not only great at what he does, he's a great guy too. He knows food! Server Carolina wants you to have a fantastic meal and works hard to make sure it happens. She knows customer service! Hostess Mia wants your visit to start off right. She knows how to offer the type of genuine smile and greeting you can't help but want to reciprocate! The steak, the fish, the espresso, the key lime pie (Jesus, the key lime pie!) are all as memorable as the staff. This was our first visit to Ocean & Acre but it won't be our last. read more

This restaurant has a great location at Halcyon in Alpharetta, with a nice outdoor patio. The service was great and inside is nice, but food was either hit or miss. We went for thanksgiving and it may have been because they were mass producing so many meals but some tables got larger portions of the same items where we got smaller, some got dinner rolls and we did not, and my fish was incredibly dry. But the burrata, crab cake and ribeye had great flavor! read more

Ocean & Acre - Ribeye steaks and stuffed haddock - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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So far we are loving it as we enjoy happy hour. Our margaritas were FANTASTIC and made by Eric. Our happy hour appetizers were delicious. The shrimp on the shrimp cocktail were BIG and delicious!! The fried shrimp is on the tempura batter. Definitely smaller than the shrimp on the shrimp cocktail. The batter isn't to thick. The sauce that is comes with has a small kick at the end but nothing to unmanageable unless you just don't like spice/heat. Comes bedded with greens and they are yummy but no dressing. My happy hour margarita for $7 was so incredibly tasty. I don't like boozy but a blend of alcohol and taste and it was perfect!! Our bartender Eric was fabulous and we will definitely be back to enjoy the happy hour and hopefully he'll be bartending when we do return. Very kind, and helpful especially since we are new to Georgia. Now onto the restaurant, we are loving the outside bar. Sitting at the outside bar and it's relaxing, casual, and almost a feel of being on vacation. Our bartender said "it's the best outside patio on this side" and so far I agree. Tonight we will also be eating at the restaurant so I'll review that as well. Of course we are at the Halcyon and have enjoy being here. Lots of food choices and cool restaurants not to mention corn hole to play outside in the general area. To be continued...! Finally a moment to add onto my review after enjoying our dinner. The restaurant inside is very nice with a tropical feel. At times it was a bit warm since it was very hot outside. Our server was polite. My husband and I shared the Cod fish sandwich and very much enjoyed it. Simple with slaw, onions and a yummy sauce with hot French fries, which were very good. Definitely filling for us since we had already shared the shrimp cocktail and fried shrimp on the happy hour menu. Our daughter had the Waygu Beef Medallion plate. Said the meat was very good especially the sauce served on the side with her meat. She said it was "on point!" However the mashed potatoes were more on the chunky side, not smooth & creamy enough for her tastebuds. I don't think she was a huge fan of the asparagus either. The drink she ordered was the Beach Boy which she was told it was like a Pina Colada. It was tasty but very sweet. My son ordered clam chowder and also said it was okay. Again he said he is use to smoother chowder and felt it was too chunky for his liking. It was our first visit and more than likely, we will return at some point. Definitely my husband and I will return for happy hour. read more

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Great food and service! Donny helped us with anything we needed! Highly recommend going here! The atmosphere of the restaurant was also really calm and family friendly. read more

Great atmosphere! Very stylish, but not pretentious. The hushpuppies are a great starter.....crispy, flavorful and the remoulade adds a nice pop. Oysters were super fresh and ice cold.....served with 3 sauces, plenty of crackers (if you play that way) and lots of lemon. Super tasty! Fish n chips was delightful....crispy outside, flaky and tender inside. The fries were great too. The lobster roll is fantastic, albeit on the small side. It's a tad on the pricey side, but all in all worth the visit. read more

Three of the four people in our party ordered the "jumbo shrimp" dinner. The shrimp were small, tasteless and slightly overcooked. Food presentation was unappealing. If you like garlic and al dente green beans, you would have liked them. Even though we had an early reservation, it was noisy. Best part of the meal was the gelato. read more

The best fried shrimp and oysters I've ever had. They've got a great menu here, everything is top notch but my recommendation is to order the Fritto Misto but substitute the fried cod for more oysters. As an appetizer, I suggest either oysters on the half shell or their New England Clam Chowder. The service here is always top notch, the wait staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. I also love their laidback, casual vibe and the patio ambiance is especially relaxing. Also worth noting their patio is dog friendly. Worth noting, this place is a bit pricey but at least you'll taste what you're paying for read more

We ate on the patio which was lovely. The clam chowder is probably the best we have ever had. Everything was great, my daughter loved the kids salmon. Our server was fabulous. We would definitely come back! read more

Nice place to have a dinner with the family. Food was good and the service was good. The restaurant was clean and up-to-date.

Great food, friendly service! We had an incredible time sitting outside while drinking several bottles of wine and eating oysters with our friend Bruno read more

Service was amazing and the ambiance vibrant, but the food and drinks were below par. I wanted something beachy and ordered the "Beach Boy". It was tasty but had very little rum in it. My wife had a seasonal mule and it was too bitter to drink, for dinner, I ordered the fried shrimp and my wife the grilled swordfish. I received 6 shrimp of Popeyes-quality and my wife received a tiny piece of fish that was just 'ok'. I'm disappointed as we really need a top notch seafood place in Halcyon read more

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Took my friend for a birthday dinner girls night. Very good food, cocktails and service, including a little chocolate cake for her birthday at the end! We shared the hushpuppies, I had the ahi tuna entree and my friend had the scallop entree. Very light and airy space but it was quite loud and difficult to hear conversation, just a heads up. I would definitely come back here as well as try other establishments at Halcyon. read more

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Ayyy! So I have no idea why I've never been here because it's close to our house and I love seafood. I had a friend in from out of town and I was running late from work and they picked this place to eat. I absolutely love the ambience here. It was definitely my kind of vibe, chill, but kind of upscale looking. Our server was really good as well. She was friendly and witty. I started with a pomegranate martini, which was so good. I ordered another. For my dinner choice I decided on a side of rice with the tuna poke along with a side Caesar. Everything was really good. The tuna pokey actually came with a little sliver of fresh garlic, which was a nice touch. The marinade was really good and not too salty. It also came with little wonton crisps. Usually, I'm not a fan of wontons, but these tasted more like a cracker to me. The Caesar salad dressing was really good, and the croutons were fresh and flavorful. I just wish I had a little more cheese. We also had a crabcake that we split that was super good, but I was very disappointed that it only came with one, not two. It seemed like everyone loved their food because all the plates were clean. For dessert we got a espresso martini and a Keylime pie that we split. The Keylime was the only big disappointment of the night. It was definitely subpar, a little too tart, not very creamy. Everyone agreed with me on that. I think this is a great date night place, or a place just to catch up with a girlfriend. I definitely recommend it to anyone who likes seafood! But even if you don't like seafood, there are plenty of other options with a highly varied menu from soups and salads, appetizers, like hush puppies, po boy sub, state, pork, ribeye. Also, they have happy hour from 4 to 6 with great drinks specials, things like tacos, oysters, and shrimp. I definitely need to check this out next time! read more

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This is a place we frequent often the food is usually delicious but it just takes longer and longer and longer each time we come. Tonight our server was great! She was helpful, attentive and everything was right. It just shouldn't take 2 hours for this type of meal. We ordered almost right away and didn't get dessert. Two hours is a LONG time! The kitchen really needs to work on timing and I noticed they added more seating outside but they need to be able to accommodate everyone and keep things moving. Ambiance is good. Food is good. Servers are nice and knowledgeable. There's no reason why timing should be the reason for 4 stars. read more

Ocean & Acre - Grilled Black Grouper - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

The food could use a bit more seasoning but it is fresh and a good take on seafood. I enjoy taking my family here. The decors is very nice and the staff is friendly and helpful. read more

Great overall! The host was very attentive, friendly, and upbeat. I liked the vibe and ambiance of the restaurant. Everything was clean and orderly. The food was served promptly and it tasted great as well. read more

Ocean & Acre - Scallops - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

We celebrated the holidays at Ocean and Acre with friends last night. The food and drinks were outstanding! We had a small issue with something that was undercooked. Paul, the manager was immediately at our table to apologize and make it right, he did all that and more ensuring he hand delivered the food and came back to check on us. Paul went above and beyond with grace and humor. Fabulous job Ocean & Acre we will be back! read more

First I'll start wth the location of this restaurant is so cute. It's in the Halcyon and there are other shops and you can bring the dogs and kids. Ok so I came here for happy hour with my friend. They have a very appealing happy hour menu. Cocktails were about $7 each, the small bites were about $8. Oysters are a half dozen for $10. We also decided to try the lobster roll (not on the happy hour menu) and split it and it was really buttery and made fresh. I'm hoping I'm remembering correctly but our bartender was Eric and he was really nice and made some great drinks. I'll definitely be back for happy hour and to try their regular menu. read more

Ocean & Acre - Happy hour drinks and oysters - Seafood Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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