Acre Pasta’s back patio runs deep and narrow, shaded by mature trees that keep things cool even on warm days. String lights hang overhead, and the setup feels like dining in someone’s garden rather than a parking-lot restaurant. The pasta here is house-made and served in the Californian style—seasonal vegetables, local proteins, nothing overwrought. Located on McKinley Street in the quieter part of town, a few blocks from the Barlow mixed-use development with shops and galleries, the restaurant sits on street-level parking with ample spaces.

Dogs are welcome on the patio, where they can rest under your table without drawing attention. Water is available for dogs; ask your server when you arrive. The patio has no formal roof, so rainy afternoons mean heading home early, though the tree canopy provides real shade. Sebastopol’s mild year-round weather makes outdoor dining feasible most of the year.

The patio isn’t enormous, so weekend nights fill up quickly. A well-mannered dog sharing close quarters with other diners helps keep the atmosphere relaxed for everyone. Summer evenings draw the biggest crowds; weekday dinners offer more breathing room and a calmer table for your dog. Hours tend toward dinner service with some weekend lunch availability. Check their website before heading out, as seasonal changes happen regularly.