The food is just amazing here and also the staff. The place is small and always super busy. 100% kosher Reservations are a must. I can't wait to go back. read more

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I went to Abaita for a work dinner & liked the food a lot. It is a kosher restaurant so do expect it to be quite busy on Saturday night post-Shabbat. We ordered a myriad of different things. If I had to pick my favorites, I would easily say it was the cod croquettes as the appetizer & the lasagna as the main. All in all, it was a cool place to try! read more

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Awesome pizza great vibe good value for money. Not the longest wine list but plenty to choose from

Good but mostly forgettable meal and service in a fun, hectic, family environment. We didn't go because it's Kosher, rather for the excellent Italian menu and midtown location. We went for the crudo also... bummer they were out of both crudos even through we arrived at 6:15. Polenta was cheesy and delicious. Black fettuccini was excellent and sea bream was cooked perfectly and buttery and delicious. Lots of folks seemed to be enjoying the wood-fired pizza. One issue was we booked the "chef's counter" on Tock which we thought would be a cool experience but turned out to be just a counter seat looking at the dishwashing station with the door open... lots of silverware clanging, plate stacking and watching dishwashers eating leftovers off diner's plates. Not upscale for sure. read more

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All the food here is amazing!!! Everything is so tasty and delicious!! Each dish is so different but all the flavors together really mess well. The service is excellent they are very warm and welcoming and take good care of you. It is a cute, small, intimate experience. Has some bar seats and tables The noise from the kitchen is very loud but you can tune it out. I recommend coming in small groups! read more

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One of the best pizzas of my life. Eggplant was so good and crust was amazing. Beets were tasty. Bathroom was cool with a fun pattern. read more

Abaita - Pizza eggplant - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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What an incredible meal! We we're so lucky that the weather was rainy today as we were able to snag a great table in the air conditioned "street tables" on 49th Street without a reservation. I totally suggest you make one if you want to be seated. Everything we ordered was so fresh and with quality ingredients. You can tell there has been a lot of thought and love put into this food experience and menu. The Lasagna was the highlight of our meal and will be the reason we return. It tasted like we were in Italy, right in Midtown Manhattan ! Jelena was our server and she provided excellent service along with some great suggestions. The Mushroom Pizza was also very good, and we even used it to soak up some of the extra sauce left from the lasagna--- can't waste any of that ! The cheesecake for dessert was very good, and oh so light and fluffy! We will definitely be back. YUM!!! read more

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This place is kosher. I came with a work group. They offer beer and wine but not liquor for cocktails. The olive oil focaccia appetizer was delicious! All of their pastas are vegetarian. I ordered the spaghetti. It tasted good, but I would've preferred having some protein. For dessert, I had the lemon curd. The curd itself was delicious, but the brown sugar crumbles were a little tough. Overall, this is a decent place to go for Italian food, especially if you're looking for somewhere kosher. read more

Abaita - Spaghetti - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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5 star food - delicious / fresh flavor combos - loved the radicchio salad / ravioli / grilled halibut & mushroom pizza - Crust A+ ! 5 star service - waiter was great / support staff friendly & helpful / greeter Ava all top notch . Vibe - friendly , simple , light music all perfect ! read more

More of a 4.5/5 star place! Really enjoyed this restaurant! The food was delicious! Every bite was better than the next. Highly recommend the lasagna, and pizza! Yes this place is kosher but the food is up there with some of the better Italian I've had recently. The restaurant is very small though, the tight space made it a bit uncomfortable at times and there was nowhere to wait for your table to be ready. Our only other complaint was the service was a bit weird, they kept trying to clear our plates while we still had food on them and were still working. At times it felt like they were hovering over us. A very nice touch was when one of the servers noticed I got sauce on my shirt and brought me over a shout wipe! Overall I would recommend this place! read more

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My search for the perfect meal ended here. The team was incredibly nice - completely sincere. Quiet restaurant maintaining high standards. The desserts alone make this place worth visiting. Our next trip will definitely include this place. read more

My fiancee and I came into the city for a date day and came here for lunch. The food was super fresh and good. The lasagna is a must have and so is the mushroom pizza. The arrancini was also really good but I'm not a fan of saffron though. Our waiter was not personable whatsoever but people have off days. We got the watermelon sangria which was good but definitely very sweet. Perfect lunch spot! read more

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Wow wow and wow! My expectations were completely blown out of the water. The staff delivers excellent attention time after time. Every dish was a new adventure. The food reflects expertise, the drinks show knowledge and the decor shows taste. I back this place without hesitation. read more

Delivery took really long, the pizza was delicious however, the vodka pizza was really spicy! This is something that should be advertised instead of just "vodka pizza" as someone who does not enjoy spicy foods although the pizza itself was good it was hard to enjoy fully because of the hot spice. read more

The hostess was so rude when she checked us in and then an hour and a half after we got there (table for 4)she came over to kick us out. She said there is another reservation you need to leave. I have never had this happen at any restaurant in NYC. This hostess was the worst and should be fired. read more

We ordered from Abaita because we had Kosher guests. Wood fired pizzas, salad, lasagna. The pizza was a huge surprise - fabulous! Really great bubbly outer crust, thinnest possible bottom and fresh high quality sauce and cheese. I couldn't stop eating it, kept coming back for more. Salad was a bit pricy but endive, radicchio and tardivo were very fresh and the honey vinaigrette was welcome. No question I'd order that pizza as often as possible. Lasagna not what I'd expect, sort of flat, but good taste and other diners loved it and I thought the pasta tasted homemade. Service was quick, pizza was still warm. I'd love to dine in person as the photos of the restaurant look like a welcoming ambiance. Will let you know... read more

Abaita - Abaita's wood-fired oven - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

I was there with family, a party of 7 people in June. Some don't speak English very well and didn't understand the menu. Our waitress Eva was amazing and soooo patient. Kosher food can often be disappointing, not at this restaurant! The food was excellent and very reasonably priced. I had the beet salad and the Salmon, Literally cleaned my plate. We all shared appetizers and their bread with labne and another spread was fantastic. Comes right out of the oven. This place is small and bustling, I highly recommend making a reservation. A fantastic restaurant in general and especially if you are kosher observant. I highly recommend. read more

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Food is high quality, Service is fast, very nice staff. Many options and each one tastes good. Love this place!

On a trip to NY tried Abaita. It was so good we had to come back again. It was delicious: pizza was fantastic, Tunisian olives a delight, the salmon was yummy, and the cheesecake a perfect end to a great dining experience. Sometimes I feel the need to say this is good for a kosher place. In this case this place is just good PERIOD. So for those keeping kosher, pescatarians, vegetarians, or just foodies you should try it out' read more

Abaita - Pizza (the hungries did in before a picture could be taken) - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Casual California minimalist inspired interior, a perfect spot to grab lunch with a friend, which is what I came by for. I got the salmon, which was wonderfully tender and buttery. The menu is a bit on the pricier side. read more

Abaita - Crispy Salmon - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

We loved this place. We sat in the outside enclosed area. We would have sat in the outside area but it was HOT, too hot to be sitting outside. We had the beet salad to start. Very tasty. We then had the arancini, which was also delicious. It is different though, there is a spice that they add that is different from usual. They inside of them arancini balls are yellow. Still very good. We had the mushroom pizza as well. Delicious. Service was excellent. Great dinner. read more

This place is a joke of a kosher restaurant no substitutions allowed . It is crazy that they don't allow to change one item on dish. Very inflexible place to eat. read more

Made a reservation the same day and luckily they had something available! But it does seem like reservations are booked quickly so would highly recommend getting one ahead of time. They also have a wait list if you're set on eating here but don't see anything available. We got the Margherita Pizza, the malfaldine, and the tortellini soup. The pasta was great and the soup were amazing! Best dish of the night was surprisingly the tortellini (in the appetizer section) The pizza had potential but the middle was already soggy when it got to us I wanted to try the lasagna but they ran out! Will have to come back for that :) read more

Abaita - Malfaldine - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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This was a magical meal. The food was fresh, flavorful, and the best sort of comfort food. The soup was piping hot, the gnocchi was light as a pillow, the Moroccan pizza crust had a nice chew. We were surprised by the polenta with chanterelles (divine) and the lemon curd with brown sugar crumbles (only thing I might have done would be to make the crumble more like a crisp topping). Wine list is balanced and affordable. The overall price point made it nice and special but didn't break the bank. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming. The staff was professional, attentive, and knowledgeable. We lucked out and enjoyed talking with the chef/owner. He was personable and more importantly puts together flavors and textures that truly satisfy. Can't wait to return. read more

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I stumbled upon this restaurant on a recent trip to NYC. First, I was greeted warmly by the hostess. Then my server, Dalila, introduced herself and welcomed me. She is a star in my opinion! She made great recommendations and made my meal very enjoyable. I started with the beet salad, which was very creative and delicious. My son joined me and we ordered a lovely mushroom pasta and a super tasty & spicy kale, walnut pizza (sounds odd but it was so delicious!) Sorry - I didn't get a picture of them. We loved our lunch and will certainly be back. read more

Abaita - Lovely local Pale Ale - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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A find! Make no mistake about it. Don't let the "kosher" scare you. Trust the reviews. Enjoy! read more

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Wow! Absolutely five stars! The service here is the best I've ever experienced. The waitstaff were extremely patient and attentive. I didn't feel pressured or rushed. Then there is the ambiance. Very clean and orderly but somehow warm and inviting all at the same time! Finally, the food. Great food. What else is there to say? Fresh, minimal wait time, delicious, and high quality. What else can a girl ask for? Will absolutely be coming back. read more

Abaita - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Abaita is the definition of excellence. Homemade, organic, exquisite flavor, and amazing presentation. Great service from the servers team, always on top of their game. Well done, Abaita! read more

Abaita - Burned Cheesecake - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Everything is soooo good. I crave the mixed Tunisian olives (with labaneh!) appetizer. The lasagna - made in the wood-burning oven was amazing - perfect size. The wait staff was really helpful and made great suggestions. I will definitely be back soon. I've heard they have really good soup and desserts. read more

This is for their "pro" establishment. The dishes are horrible. Really the most horrible dishes.

Review from my 8yo daughter: The food was amazing. First we had the rice balls (arancini) which were crispy and bursting w saffron flavor. Then we had the spaghetti- it was flavorful, saucy and delish. The pizzas were yummy and the baked ziti had a creamy pink sauce. For dessert we ordered the lemon curd, burnt cheesecake and the chocolate cake. read more

The food have no flavor the focaccia. It's basically pita bread very only and very lack of seasoning.

Fantastic little Italian joint. Sat at the kitchen-side counter and shared app, pizza and pasta - all better than expected. Highly recommend for a casual dining experience. read more

Everything about this place was excellent. I met a friend there without a reservation and although the place was full, we were able to get a quieter seat towards the back of the bar, thanks to the hostess. Food was top notch. Even though it was a buisness meeting, and the place packed, the hostess placed us in the best place to discuss what we had too. Over all, highly recommended. read more

The food is delicious. I ate appetizers flat bread with dip and olives dish. Highly recommend. I ate also the picante pizza. It is not hot but tasty. The gnocchi paste was ok. The space is beautiful but sitting area is tight. Great location! Great service. High recommend! read more

The dishes here are original and delicious. Fried olives are a must try! Salads are also very good especially the beet salad. read more

Abaita - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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The food is absolutely delicious and the service is fantastic. They are also very accommodating. The location is convenient for mass transportation. My family and I had a wonderful experience. The ambience is elegant. The food was cooked in an authentic Italian way. What else can you ask for? read more

Absolutely delicious! As a picky eater, you will definitely find an amazing meal here. The fish was fresh, the focaccia was hot and delicious, and the sauces were incredible. The service was nice and everybody was welcoming. My recommendation is to enjoy the focaccia starter and the Seam Bream fish. read more

Amazing pasta! I had the black linguine -- not squid ink as you might expect, but garlic! My wife and daughter split the the spaghetti and a margherita pizza. Both were very good. It is a very small restaurant so I recommend reservations. read more

Due to COVID-19; only those vaccinated are allowed to sit inside. Abaita offers an option to sit outside for those unable to show proof of vaccination which was set up really nice. They were very accommodating with allowing patrons to go inside to use the bathroom and wash for bread even without a mask. The food was outstanding! We personally went for a late lunch and got the heirloom tomato salad to start which was super refreshing. Then for mains we got two pastas; the mafaldine and home-made gnocchi which were both delicious and so fresh it tasted like the pasta was made that day! I highly recommend the mafaldine; the type of pasta made the whole dish for me. For dessert we tried both the lemon curd and chocolate budino; the lemon curd was more light and refreshing. The chocolate budino was good, but nothing special. I highly recommend the lemon curd; the crumple on top makes you want to go back for seconds! We were finished eating around 4:30PM and I was full until around 11PM! I also ordered a "watermelon" sangria, but it just was a regular red sangria which was also nothing special for $18. The service was amazing as well; the food came quick and the waiters were very attentive. What more can you ask for? read more

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