Nestled in a century-old building, Ace Cafe Sanford celebrates the timeless spirit of the iconic Ace Cafe London with a modern flair, offering an authentic slice of the classic car, motorcycle and rock~n~roll culture. Step into our world, where history meets subculture, and each visit promises an experience that's genuinely Ace. From our meticulously crafted food and bar to the rhythm of wheels and heartbeats alike, we invite you to be part of a legacy that's been revving souls for generations. Discover the intersection of tradition and innovation, all while making memories that will last a lifetime. Welcome, and enjoy the ride!
First visit, great atmosphere inside with spacious table seating. This is most refreshing! We had hooligan fries and a sausage sandwich with mash and gravy. Fries are not fresh but cooked very crisply. The Hooligan fries were so tasty, probably would have only wanted a little bit more of the cheese. The bacon lardons were extremely good tasting, especially with the fresh sliced scallions! Soooooo good. The sausage was good, perhaps a little overcooked from the black color on bottom but I did not mind that. The peppers and onion were a teeny sweet which paired well with the ground mustard. The bun is quite large and we hoped the sausage size would match, however it were almost 3 inches too big. Add one more sausage and it would be a winter! Our server Madison was kind, smiley and served us very well with helpful info about the food. We will definitely be back!!!!
Went into Ace Cafe and left with mixed thoughts. Our server was awesome and the food was very good , no complaints there. But the rest of it felt a little off. With it being Ace and having two bars, I expected some standout signature drinks or bartenders that could serve up great mixed drinks, but the mixed drinks were some of the worst we have had in a long time. We ended up switching to beer and wine instead. The beer was decent, though not quite cold enough from the tap, and the wine selection was almost nonexistent, just a few cheap options that weren’t very good. The layout is odd and echoey, especially near the big screen in the back, and overall it just lacks personality, reminded me more of a cafeteria or even The Barn or The Alley if they decided to serve food, throw in some IKEA chairs, and call it a day. It feels unfinished and surprisingly bland. As mentioned before, the food we tried was good, even with the limited menu. New openings take time, and I hope Ace finds its place, but between the poorly made drinks, the strange layout and atmosphere, it’s not quite enough to make us rush back.
Despite not being a biker, I decided to check this place out when I noticed that they had poutine on their menu, and it definitely satisfied my craving! I sat at the bar and was greeted promptly, and since I knew what I wanted, I was able to order within 2 min of being seated, and my food was prepared and handed to me in less than 10 minutes. I ordered the poutine with extra cheese, and when I received my order, I was disappointed by the amount of cheese I received, so I mentioned it to my server, and she immediately went and got me a plate of extra cheese curds to add, which I appreciated. The fries were piping hot, crispy on the outside and pillowy on the inside, the gravy had a nice thickness to it, and the onions in the gravy gave it an awesome flavor!
First time at Ace since they opened! I have to say I’m quite impressed with the ideas here. We did not eat, but we will be going back to try. Drinks were good. The music playing in the restaurant was great. Old Rock. Looking forward to watching some live music as well. Good Vibes.
Wow, this place is an amazing addition to downtown Sanford! Such a great building and vibe. Burgers were great. Service was top notch. Plenty of parking and a short walk to local breweries. 🍻🍻 Can't wait to come back for live music events.