Absurdly underrated! away from main streets so definitely a local IYKYK -- the food, the service, the view, everything is superb & it's family owned Personal Recommendation: Moroccan Saffron rice with chicken breast & caramelized onions OR Moroccan Saffron rice with Kefta & caramelized onions PAIRED WITH a Moroccan Mint lemonade! read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Above: Moroccan Saffron Rice with Chicken Breast & Caramelized Onions below: Greek Salad with Chicken - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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Pros: nice portions and options, friendly greeting, good water view Cons: background music of some type needed, interior is old and in desperate need of a refresh, service is lacking read more

Nice location and ambience. Friendly staff. Decent prices. Overall a good experience. read more

Group that I'm a part of had a meeting here. To support the business I ordered lemonade and a Mediterranean salad with tuna. The salad was filling and satisfying. The derive was good, the staff was friendly, attentive and welcomed us warmly. I'd return again. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

This place is not a fancy place but it is the most authentic Moroccan place I have experienced outside of Africa . Our friend Ilham had a birthday and her wish was to be in Morocco for an evening. And I think Abigail accomplished that wish! Terah and her had the saffron rice with chicken and I ordered the couscous special. It came with a small plate of hummus, beets, potatoes and greens. Just like when I spent some time at the foot of Atlas Mountains. But that couscous brought me back to Marrakech, where Ilham's mom makes a delicious couscous every Friday for lunch. The price was very reasonable. I will recommend this place to everyone I know. The view of San Francisco from there is pretty nice too! Oh and the cookies are to die for. We ate them before we realized we didn't take a picture read more

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This is a hidden gem we found! It's located in a business building with a great view of the water. Order at the counter first and pick a table to sit indoor or outdoor. I ordered the rice plate with chicken and eggplant which I appreciate that I have the option to choose both. The grilled chicken and eggplant had tasty charred flavor which paired so well with the rice and the salad. It's definitely a great go to place I want to come back again and again! read more

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I had Morocco salad with eggplant. I love it. The beet inside was cut fine. The lettuce is outer part the tender part. I also have a side order of hummus, which is delicious. My friend has saffron rice and ketfa with caramelized onion. Delicious! read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Morracco Greek Salad with Roasted Eggplants; humus; Saffron Rice with Kefta & Caramelized Onions - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

The view is awesome. The food is basic home cooking, generous portion of Couscous for my lamb shank plate. It is New Year's Day, this place had a special menu and belly dancing last night, perhaps they are in recovery mode. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Lamb and couscous plate - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Their views of San Francisco and its bay from the café's terrace are gorgeous. The Chicken Isabella Sandwich, the Moroccan Mint Tea and the Moroccan Coffee are all very delicious. The service is very good there, as well. You don't wait a long time to get your order. Overall, Abigail's is a wonderful eatery!! read more

My friend and I had a lovely lunch here for the first time. We were both very happy with the eggplant salads we ordered. The flavors were interesting and tasty; even the salad dressing was executed nicely. I will be back. It would be nice if they gave the hanging plant in front a bit of TLC so it looks more healthy. read more

You won't drive passed this place by chance, you have to intentionally drive to ballena island. There you will have a choice between a mediocre marina fronted restaurant and Abigail 's restaurant. Choose the latter. Choose tasteful, flavorful savors. Choose a quiet setting. Choose non microwaved. As I mentioned , it is not exactly in a central location , however I have some good news for you - you can door-dash from Abigail's Moroccan kitchen. Treat yourself with flavors. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Rice salad and meat balls with a crazy good onion compote. - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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The food was delicious. We had the chicken with rice and the Kear sandwich which came on a Dutch crunch roll. The chicken with seasoning so well and the rice by itself had grape flavor and combined with the salad. I had the lentil soup which came out hot. I'd love it when the food comes out hot. read more

The flavors. It was my first time going to this restaurant. I wanted to try some Moroccan food and the flavors did not disappoint. The view from the restaurant is great. I can't wait to go back with other friends. Definitely a mom and pop vibe. Staff was friendly and clarified any questions we had on menu. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Kefta rice plate and chicken rice plate - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Abigail's is a hidden gem. I had my birthday party there on a Saturday night recently. Loved the salads and we tried both lamb and chicken. They were off the bones and the couscous were really good too. They belly dancing was so fun to watch. All the food and entertainment for just $35. Very worth it to make the trek out there. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Chicken with couscous - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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Absolutely love this little gem. Their chicken breast plate is my absolute favorite! Can't forget a cup of their hot mint tea. Always so friendly and I love the mother and daughters get to work with each other. So sweet. Such a cozy vibe with a beautiful view of the bay! Try getting your food to go and eating it on the beach by the water across the street! read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

I recently travelled to Seattle. It was filled with pretty cafes and restaurants at the tourist hot spots and unfortunately some terrible and mediocre food in many of them. This place on the other hand, was an amazing find with some of the most delicious food and excellent service. From the entree to the dessert and tea - the presentation, the quality, the amount and variety were truly phenomenal. The service was also outstanding - attentive, fast, very friendly, accommodating and beyond our expectations. We had various types of lamb shank special and it was amazing. Filled with savory, sweet and delicate flavors. All of my friends loved it. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Lamb shank tagine with cuscus and fruits - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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Wait Time: No wait (for a late lunch on Sunday.) Not a place to have a 'quick lunch.' Take a seat in the patio and enjoy the view of the SF skyline across the bay. Unique Factor: 2/5 - One of few Moroccan Cuisines in the Bay Area. The menu appears to consist of classic Moroccan dishes along with sandwiches with a Moroccan twist. We ordered a Lamb Set Menu and a Kefta Sandwich. The set menu is a great intro to the cuisine and generous enough for sharing. The Kefta Sandwich had nicely toasted bread filled with flavorful meat patties. Service: Casual, not a lot of service, but also nothing to complain about. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Lamb Set Menu, Moroccan Kefta Sandwich - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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Not too happy with the food and service. Was seated on a table that was not cleaned. Helper was at the back dancing. Would not go back.

lamb tagine is incredibly tender and the fluffy couscous soaks up all the rich spices. i always have a wonderful time eating here because the flavors are so unique. read more

Quality/Quantity - Moroccan Saffron Rice with Chicken Breast & Caramelized Onions - Good flavors. Looks like good quantity, but I was actually still hungry when I left. The chicken breast was cut thin, not good or bad, just not enough for me. And I'm a light eater... The rice and salad looked like good portions and had good flavor, but again, I left hungry. Moroccan Saffron Rice with Eggplant, Bell Peppers & Onions - My buddy ordered this and left hungry also. He joked that his eggplant was more filling than my chicken. Specials available, see picture. Atmosphere - Cool decor, especially the outside seating. Cool water views. Plenty of parking, both in the parking lot and in the street. Open 6 days a week from 10am until - See picture or Yelp. Closed Mondays. Service - Family run business, counter service. Everyone seemed nice. Went out of their way to show us the outside mall shared bathrooms. Price - $30 + generous tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2010. I can not remember the last time I was here or if there are previous business/owners? Either way, I will be back. read more

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Price is very reasonable. Food is very ordinary. Service is good Ambience is good. The only thing I liked here was the hummus and the pita bread. My husband loved his salad. read more

Food is lovingly prepared and is delicious! We have been there many times, and our guests are unfailingly pleased and always want to go back. A quiet peaceful place. The view across the bay of The City is the absolute best. No other eaterie in Alameda can compare! read more

This restaurant is tucked away in Ballena Bay. I wouldn't have found it if it weren't for Yelp. There's a patio out front with several plastic tables and chairs facing the bay overlooking the city. The view is amazing! We walk in and the place is empty. The menu is written on a big chalk board above the counter and you order your food there. As we browse through the menu, we waited a bit for someone to greet us. We both order the vegetarian plate and Moroccan mint iced tea. It was a beautiful day so we took a seat out in the patio. The food didn't take long and we devoured it. The eggplant was cooked perfectly w/ grilled onions on top. It was very flavorful, and loved the texture. Eggplants get mushy, but this was well done and delicious in my opinion. It came with a side salad w/ a vinaigrette dressing. I was very satisfied with this meal and the portion was just perfect. The Moroccan mint iced tea paired well with the meal. We're definitely coming back for more. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Vegetarian plate with eggplant - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Very good couscous. I've tried couscous many times and this one is the best by far! The lentils soup is also full of flavor! read more

Excited to try to this place based on the photos and reviews... Upon stepping inside I didn't love the ambiance...very empty and felt a little dingy...some tables were left with dirty dishes with hovering flies (likely due to the amount of staff) We ordered the moroccan rice with chicken, vegetarian house special with couscous and harira soup, lentil soup and hummus plate. The morrocan rice was flavorless and the chicken was dry. Hummus was ok but nothing to write home about. The vegetarian house special had a very high ratio of couscous to vegetable so it felt like I was just eating couscous - good flavor though. Harira soup was good but on the tart side. Bummer as I haven't found many places that serve moroccan food...but not sure i'll be back. read more

Delicious lamb with couscous and very tasty moroccan tea. Friendly service. Amazing view of San Francisco shoreline from the patio tablles.

Food was excellent. I ordered the Moroccan rice with kefta. It was perfectly seasoned and prepared. Staff is friendly. Place is comfortable but not fancy. read more

There was no turning back since a friend recommended to catch up at this place. Wonderful location, but flies and loneliness is what I remember. It had an open style banquet dining room from the 70s vibe, but gone are those days. One orders their food & gets utensils and water at the counter. My expectations of the food were set by the ambience and it was just that... read more

We recently held a family gathering at Abigail's in Alameda and were so impressed with their gracious hospitality. The staff was friendly, organized, and very accommodating. When the wind made it necessary to move the entire party indoors, they quickly and cheerfully handled everything. The food was delicious and brought back many familiar flavors for our family from Israel and Egypt. It was a lovely experience from beginning to end. read more

Another hidden Alameda gem. Abigail's has a lot of flavor and pretty reasonable prices. They're never super busy inside so it's easy to dine-in or takeout. They really came through for my family on Mother's Day when we needed a last minute rez and I enjoyed their lamb shank dish which was so flavorful and tender. The were able to seat our group of 9 with no issues. The ambiance is pretty casual so no need to dress up. On a regular day, I enjoy their veggie sandwich with eggplant and caramelized onions. An awesome weekday staple. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Veggie sandwich with chicken added - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Fresh. Clever. Wonderful. Subtle flavors. Sweet and savory. And the view of the Bay are all outstanding. Went yesterday. Back again today.

Best Moroccan food in California I had a couscous. It was delicious. I also ate their soup. Very good. read more

Wow! I just discovered this total hidden gem of Alameda. It's a mom and pop type of restaurant, where the furniture is a bit worn and silverware feels cheap. Don't let that deter you. The dining area is full of character, though I think it can benefit from playing a bit of Moroccan music at a reasonable volume. The location is great and the view is fantastic. Go for a walk along the bay after your meal. The chicken isabella (sandwich) was absolutely incredible. The flavor is unique and delicious. Skip the pita bread. I will go back to try more menu items! read more

The food always delicious and very big plate the place very friendly the best maroccan place in the bay!!!

A hidden gem! My partner and I went in for a little impromptu lunch date and were met with such a friendly staff. On top of that, the food was delicious! We ended up walking along the water across the street afterwards, it was gorgeous. I can't wait to go again :) read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Moroccan Vegetable Sandwich - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Abigail's! I love everything about this place except how far it is away from me. The food is so delicious and very authentic Moroccan food. I especially love the homemade hummus plate, kefta plate, and the lamb shank plate. The meat is so juicy, light, and tender. Street parking is also very easy to find, and it is right across from the Marina bay so you can walk along the water after your meal. I highly recommend read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Dined here for an early dinner with friends and was pleasantly surprised how peaceful it was - spacious and not too busy. Very easy parking. The food came out quickly and was a good size portion. Self serve utensils and water. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Menu board on 4/13/2024 - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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The roast lamb leg caught my eye - tagine in two flavors! My kids also love lamb and since it was my birthday, the 11 of us dove into (2) orders of each lamb choice, several side, babaganough, grilled eggplant (yum!), appetizer platter of all choices, warm pita. We made it just in time for the sunset and sat at the front outside. The interior is very good size if we decide to dine in another time. It was a very hot day so the patio seating worked best. I brought my husky and she felt quite at home. Abigail is a young woman who started this restaurant recently. She's done a marvelous job! I will return and highly recommend it read more

The women running the shop are awesome and very sweet! I came with a couple of friends and we had no idea what to order. They were very patient with us, gave us their recommendations and even showed off the big family style platters they made for other tables! I got the chicken and rice. It was a huge leg quarter chicken that was super tender and flavorful! Highly recommend their chicken You can tell the owners are very proud of what they serve. The mint tea is delicious and their shortbread cookies are homemade! Would love to come here again during the day time to see the gorgeous water front view they have. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Chicken with rice - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

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Went to seek an adventure on a rainy cold quiet day. I was on the hunt for something new about coffee. I found a new treasure here! They serve the most delicious decadent aromatic Moroccan coffee! I'll be back for the cuisine another day. The service was great and the views you'll find nostalgic. read more

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