This is my new favorite restaurant in all of Alameda. Totally worth going out to Ballena bay. I've only had Moroccan here so I can't speak to the sandwiches, but the Moroccan food is fantastic! They have Thursday lunch specials that are bomb!! Both the chicken and lamb were tender and fell off the bone, and I don't usually even like lamb. The couscous was really flavorful and there's always a light salad with it. I usually go with a friend who used to live in Agadir, and he says it's the most authentic Moroccan he's had here. Highly recommend the Harira soup AND the mint tea which is sweet and delicious (and supposedly exactly like they have in Morocco). Can't recommend this little restaurant enough, it's definitely one of Alameda's gems. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - lamb shank. I'm coming back every Thurs for this - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

What a find! When we walked in, we were like, Ahhh yeah! Moroccan yumminess. What a surprise-the name doesn't reflect what's inside. I had the Morrocan vegetarian sandwich which was terrific. The hubster had the meatball sandwich and the kids had the Moroccan lentil soup. And they love kids. They just kept bringing them small bowls of samples to try--here's rice with raisins and etc, here's a juice made mostly of carrots and fruit, here' s a sesame desert, etc. And they brought us lovely mint tea to finish off our meal. It was a very sweet kind of welcome, more like "hey welcome to my restaurant which is an extension of my home" than "welcome to my restaurant, I need to make a buck." I love when cooks are proud of their service and food. Oh and you get a sweet water view and there are also a couple of tables outside if you're jonesin' for a an outdoor option. We will definitely be back and often. read more

Great Alameda find! I ordered the Eggplant and Pepper salad, which was loaded with olives, tomatoes, eggplant and a bean puree. I was looking for something light and fresh and this certainly hit the spot. We also got the Godfather Sandwich which was loaded with several different kinds of meat (prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, mortadella and I'm sure others that I'm forgetting), cheese and I asked her to add lettuce and tomatoes as it doesn't normally come with it. I would definitely come back here - great place to go for a quick and delicious lunch! read more

Having worked in the service industry, I am very tolerant and it takes something particularly egregious for me to write a bad review. The egregious was experienced to the fullest at Abigail's on Saturday (8/11) evening. 1) We had a party of 12 which should have been seated together. Upon arrival, there was only room for 9 at our table. No explanation was offered by the manager, and they did not allow us to rearrange the tables to accommodate. 2) Reservations were at 7:00 pm, and we were not served with our main course until 9:30 pm. 2 hours had passed since the salad course. 3) I was served 20 minutes (at least) earlier than the other 3 guests at my table. What's worse - my plate was actually delivered in error to another table before being placed in front of me, and as my friend at the other table experienced the opposite problem (she was the last to be served at her table) - this was probably her plate. 4) A mint tea was served after the meal. The server appeared and asked if we would like tea, but had no glasses. There were 4 of us at the table, but she returned with only 2 glasses. When I politely asked for another 2 glasses - she said yes, but not before rolling her eyes as if we were asking her to clap and make pink elephant appear. The food was mediocre at best; however, it couldn't compensate for the horrible lack of service. Pass on this. read more

I tried the Kefta rice plate and Eggplants Moroccan salad from the Lunch menu: both very tasty! You can sit in the outdoor pario and enjoy a nice and traffic free view of San Francisco read more

Simply brilliant. Gorgeous bay view, free wifi, friendly staff, great food decent ambience and not even busy. Too secret, apparently. Check out this treasure! read more

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

Okay, I do not want anyone to believe this review because quite simply... eating is believing... and Abigail's is unbelievably great. There are four restaurants that we love going to again and again in Alameda and now there's a fifth. This family owned restaurant is so welcoming. We were greeted warmly... like we are family... given a table for four next to the window where we could enjoy the company of our friends in conversation with a view of San Francisco that would make people in other parts of America jealous. And then the food started arriving... the salad was unlike anything I've had before. I had the vegetarian dinner with the sweetest apricots I've ever had. As we finished the main course we were entertained by a belly dancer and wonderful Middle Eastern music accompanied by a sweet pastry and Moroccan tea. Did I just go to Heaven? I believe I did! But, do not believe this review... make a reservation and find out for yourself because eating is believing! ---------- The Return. New Year's Eve 2018/19. My wife and I returned to Abigail's last night with a small group to celebrate New Year's. And just when we thought it couldn't get any better, it did. Our hosts were so welcoming to our party... their hospitality is something one only gets at a family owned business because they treated us as family. Our second visit allowed me to really taste my meal... so complex... sweet with a little salt with a spirited kick (neither to mild or too strong, just perfect). Very festive evening and the coolest thing were the other patrons... everyone, total strangers, made eye contact and greeted each other with "Happy New Year" salutations, and everyone got into the evening enjoying and participating in the entertainment. My next visit is for lunch. Abigail's is fantastic... I wish Yelp allowed more stars for grading. Happy New Year to everyone! read more

This is the ONLY Moroccan food Restaurant in Alameda. Family owned...Exceptional views, easy access, excellent food, great quality and reasonably priced. Food is very flavorful, had the chicken parmigiana sandwich and my friend had their version of a hamburger ... both were delightful, excellent quality and healthy portions..try their pepper/eggplant spread for their sandwiches.. superb. Bread is really great.. it is not too heavy or hard, just the right amount of crispness. Their Abigail juice drink that they make with carrots, lemon and other juices is a must have! beats Odwalla hands down.... fresh and delicious They named the restaurant and the drink after their daughter Abigail...she did not like carrots and this drink was the only way her mother could get her "eat her carrots" .. sweet story..great drink. The owners are so friendly. They keep the place spotless and aim to please. My friend and I decided to eat our lunches at the water's edge and take in the beautiful , unobstructed sky line of San Francisco and the bay which you can see from within their restaurant... they gave us plates and a tray and set it up very nicely for us. While out there enjoying their food the owner walked across the field to us and brought out a tray with a beautiful ceramic tea pot and matching cups and personally served us fresh, hot tea in beautiful ornately designed teacups. .It was the best mint tea I have ever had..and talk about presentation! It was romantic and they made what we thought would be an "everyday" lunch experience one that was exceptional in an fabulous way. Go visit them today! you will not be disappointed. read more

We ( my husband and I ) had a fun night , excellent authentic Moroccan food and service , They have a belly dancer , the ambience was good , I had a delicious couscous with lamb and prunes. I really enjoyed it , I felt like I was in morocco ! I ll be back soon , thank you for this great experience read more

I am surprised to find this place with anything less than 5 stars. I went for the first time yesterday because I heard so much about it. I was just blown away by the food and the hospitality. Even before you order anything they bring baskets of bread and individual dishes of appetizers to the table. Wow! There is babaganoush, stir fried and herbed potatoes and carrots, and roasted and marinated red pepper strips. I was wondering how I would have any space for dinner. The options were lamb or chicken with the couscous and both were fall-off-the-bone tender. I don't know how but I managed to empty my plate there was so much. Next time I should just put half in a takeaway box. We had 3 fairly small kids with us (ages 2-5) and I am glad we went early, at 6. There weren't many people there and we were done before the place really filled up. I don't know if it would have been difficult in a crowd but I don't want to find out. read more

Tried eating here today and was shooed away because I have a dog - a service dog. Not cool. Have no idea how the food was and probably never will because my disability and beautiful service dog were denied access read more

I recently had lunch with family in from out of town at Abigail Cafe. This cafe is as good as it gets in the Bay area!! :) The food was very flavorful and the service provided by Fatima and Jonathan was wonderful. They both were very warm and inviting. Jonathan also makes some of the best Marocchino (Italian Coffee) I have ever had. Every item on the menu that Fatima prepares is excellent and everyone I have brought to this cafe has a new favorite place in Alameda. Do yourself a favor and check out Abigail Cafe - you will be glad you did!! :) Finally, the views of SF and the old shipyard and the bay can't be beat, we are truly fortunate to have this diamond in Alameda. The Kefta and the Meatball are my favorites. read more

Lunch on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Chicken parm sandwich is so good! Great bread. Fast service. Awesome views of SF. Just a short walk from the house. Love it! Had the Sat dinner a couple off this ago. Fun evening for friends or family to enjoy good food and entertainment by the belly dancer. Enjoy! read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Great lunch spot after a Sunday stroll along the bay. - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

I work here in Alameda and went there for a company team lunch. Decided to give Abigail Cafe a try after checking them here on Yelp and seeing how high rated this little gem is. The category of this restaurant says Moroccan, but i would say that it is a mix of Moroccan and Italian, and also there is a need to specify that it is basically a sandwich place. The menu is basically composed by Moroccan flavors sandwiches and Italian sandwiches. I recommend the Moroccan kefta sandwich - delicious Moroccan meatball, very tasty and unique, yummy bread and served with a side of potatoes. Great view even in a cloudy day, and it is just nice to drive up to the furthest part of Alameda to find this place. Easy parking. Serves coffee and tea. I would give 4 stars because the food is actually pretty good, but the place requires some little work. - Although the service is really friendly and attentive, it can be a bit slow. - If you are ordering the food at the counter, might as well have the bill charged over there. But here you pay the check after you finish your meal. - They run out of the famous Abigail juice pretty fast, so we didn't have a chance to try it. =( read more

This place is so quaint! Came here on a causal Sunday lunch. The people are nice, the food is good, and it's super homey. I think this is owned by a family, and their daughter helps serve sometimes. Place has a good view of the bay, which you can enjoy from inside or with the outside seating. It was Sunday, so the only items scrawled on their chalkboard menu were sandwiches. Here are mu overall takeaways: Food (+) bread (Dutch crunch)! (+) egg salad sandwich - light and refreshing (+) veggie sandwich. Flavorful! Caramelizes onions, roasted red bell-peppers, eggplants, lettuce, etc Other (+) service friendliness & view (+) lots of nearby parking (-) It was hard to find the place based off of google maps directions. Had to wander around looking at building numbers before finding the location Would recommend coming here if you're nearby and looking for lunch sandwiches! I'll need to stop by for dinner -- apparently they have belly dancing and a wider food selection :D read more

Went there after lunch, had the kafta sandwich and the mint lemonade, my freind had the vegetarian sandwich and Moroccan coffee. I missed authentic Moroccan food. This was it. Also sat outside on a sunny weekend afternoon and enjoyed a great view of the bay and San Francisco. Going to have to check it out again. read more

We reserved this place for a big family party and the guests eat and felt great. Jonathan, the owner, was very helpful and straightforward. There was great and plentiful food and we could take it home afterwards. Jonathan offered for free some perks that were really appreciated by our guests. The views are really something, especially on a sunny day. Would go back anytime. read more

Wow! What a cute little gem tucked away along the Alameda waterfront with unobstructed views of the San Francisco Skyline and beyond. There are a few tables outside, which is the best place to sit in my option. It's along Bellenas Rd, but there isn't much traffic at all, and rather peaceful for a nice weekend lunch. A great spot to bring a date also! The menu consists of some Moroccan food and sandwiches, and a good selection of Italian sandwiches as well. I settled on the chicken isabella sandwich, which was part of the Italian selection. It consisted of breaded chicken breast, topped with carmelized onions and tomatoes. The roll was crispy on the outside and brushed with a olive oil glaze, and nice and soft inside. It wasn't covered with any sort of sandwich spread or sauces or anything, so you really got to taste the ingredients and bread for what they were. They have a variety of drinks and coffee available, so I also ordered a latte on the side, which was good. The prices are totally reasonable! The coffee prices were between $1.50-$2.50, which isn't bad. For $7.25 you get a HUGE sandwich split into two portions. Really only one portion is edible in one sitting. My second 1/2 is sitting in the fridge for lunch another day. The owners are super friendly! They served us some complimentary Moroccan tea, which was delicious, and also brought out some cut watermelon with our sandwiches. Definitely a super cute spot for lunch! I'll be introducing everyone to this place from now on. There were several sandwiches on the menu that I'm dying to try! read more

I needed soup and a sandwich because I was sick and what I found was so much more. While waiting, the owner struck up a conversation with me and as soon as he found out I was sick, he immediately offered complimentary sweets and an AMAZING carrot juice (courtesy of the owner's wife). The food is great - there's no beating home-made food. For a small sandwich shop, they exceeded my expectations. What is even more impressive is their excellent customer service and their caring attitude. Definitely going back!! :) read more

What a wonderful surprise! The Moroccan Salad with Chicken was delightful. We sat outside with a view of the water & enjoyed our meal. Ask for extra-crispy pita. We loved it so much, we ordered a second plate. The Moroccan Coffee was also a nice surprise. They have cinnamon and herbs in it. Loved it! read more

Great little place and a beautiful spot in Alameda. The owners really care about the food and customers. Love the sandwiches (meatball parmisan and turkey especially) and the moroccan food is excellent as well. Highly recommend. read more

Abigail's is tucked away off the beaten path in Balena Bay. I found out about them via word of mouth. I liked the atmosphere, the rugs, couches, table tops and decorations. I ordered a glass of the Moroccan mint lemonade which I thought was delicious. The lemonade had just the right amount of mint flavor and sweetness, nothing overpowering. With the lemonade I tried the Moroccan Vegetable sandwich which was on fresh kosher bread from Semifreddi's, Alameda. The sandwich was filled with eggplant, grilled onions, tomatoes and some other vegetables. I forgot what I was told was in it, it didn't matter cause it was delicious and at a fair price. The mom and pop that own and operate Abigail's are both very friendly, the pair made me feel like I was a part of their family, friends or inner-circle. All in all I was impressed with every aspect of Abigail's from the fresh homemade Moroccan cuisine to the super friendly service. I haven't been there for the Saturday belly dancing dinner but plan on doing so very soon. I saw the one star reviews on Abigail's and it sounds like it had to do with the service on Saturdays. I was told it was a bad waitress who has been replaced. All I know is that if you were to come during the week and get to know the mom and pops that actually operate the place I can almost guarantee you will leave with a smile on your face, feeling special and planning on your next visit. Don't let these ridiculous one star reviews scare you away. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. read more

Headed here after a delightful walk on the beach! In kind of a weird part of Alameda, but so worth it, since everything was delicious! Had a Moroccan salad with kefta, and every piece of the meal was so fresh. Extremely refreshing, filling, and all for just under 10$! Nom. read more

Abigail's Moroccan Cuisine - Moroccan salad with kefta. - Moroccan Near Me - Alameda, California

Well was kind of exceptic about the place but when we get there for U$25.00 you have the full meal with dancer included., I have a lamb that was soft moist and Delicious my companion get the chicken well done and really good, tea was fantastic, and is more family friendly that another ones, the cool thing is of front of the Alameda bay shore so the view of the city is more nice avoiding buildings and full car streets the dancer ever with couple people on the tables show respect and sympathy for the guest even little kids dance with her and was pretty nice see that. GREAT PLACE FOR A ROMANTIC DATE ON SATURDAY..!!! read more

Had dinner here last night and it was soooo good! Entertainment was great as well. Went with my husband and my baby and we all thoroughly enjoyed everything. We will defiantly be back for the dinner service and bring friends! read more

We had a wonderful company dinner at Abigail's. We had a reservation for 18 on a Thursday night and when we walked in we were delighted as the table was beautifully set. The owners were so kind a friendly, just a pleasure to be with. They served our large party with delicious salad and then a choice of chicken or lamb entre. I had the lamb and the flavor was exquisit and it was very tender. We had asked them to arrange entertainment and they had a wonderful belly dancer that the group enjoyed very much. It was a lovely evening and I would recommend Abigail's for any group. read more

When it comes to excellent eats,five star ***** customer service, and a very warm and friendly family environment this cafe is the tops. Signed:Little Fredster read more

This place was amazing!! We had a party of 17 on 8/17/12 for a dear friend's Birthday Party. The owner and his lovely wife made us feel like we were in their home. Awesome service. And the food was delicious (4 Moroccan style Salads: eggplants, Bell Peppers, Carrots and potatoes on a bed of lettuce Chicken Tajine: comes with preserved Lemon and green olives, Lamb Shanks: come with Caramelized plums, sesame and almond, Couscous with vegetables: Squash, Daikon Radish, carrots and garbanzo beans. Moroccan Mint Tea and Moroccan cookies. Not to mention the incredible view when the sun was setting. And it didn't stop there, they had this amazing belly dancing show for all of our guests, she even got us up and dancing. It was a blast! I can't speak high enough about this restaurant............what a find!!! read more

I came here today with my friend because i saw the reviews. i have to admit i feel so bad that this place is kind of a out-of-nowhere place. It was kind of empty when we went it and setting wise can be rearranged to be nicer but it was a quiet little place with a tv. Finally i can enjoy a meal where i can actually hear what my friends are saying. Also i sat by the window and man it had such a great view of San Francisco i thought i was delirious for a bit, but honestly the more i thought about it i really really really like this place. Food: I ordered the Moroccan Kefta sandwich which was ground beef (with Moroccan spices) lettuce tomatoes and sauteed onions on a french roll and my friend ordered the God father which is i think two types of salame, some bologna and prosciutto and a slice of provolone cheese on a french roll. One whole sandwich is about 8 inchs across and 3-4 inch wide. they cut the sandwich in halves. 1. I Don't know how or where they get the bread but it's absolutely fresh and delicious! it's perfectly so it's not too hard or too soft. Also they have this not sure if it's butter spread or oilve oil mix which is truly delicious when they make the sandwich. 2. The meat on the Moroccan Kefta sandwich was so flavorful and juicy! It makes a sweet and salty mix with the fresh tomato lettuce and sauteed onions. And the meat/ ham on the God father were so fresh and delicious also you can really taste how the flavors blend together! 3. Comes with a side of herbed potatoes. Super flavorful! Yum! Service: The lady when she notice that i couldn't read the board(because i forgot my glasses) she asked me if i would like a menu instead. She took our orders quickly and was very generous to show me what kind of chips and soda was there and didn't say or give me a look when i didn't want them. A man brought out our sandwiches 5 minutes after i sat down and again 15 min afterwards to check on us. shortly after the man check on us the lady who took our order came and gave us a sample of the Moroccan Herbed tea. It was so delicious i bought a cup to go before i left along with my left over sandwichs=] Plenty of parking too both street and a parking lot. im coming back for lunch tomorrow! read more

Just celebrated my 60th birthday here!!!! Amazing! We had so much fun! The food, the atmosphere, the sunset!!! The ONLY thing that Abigail's overlooked was the Bay!!! It was like having a party at home without the cleanup and with a magical view! I highly recommend this warm, friendly and delicious restaurant!!! I'll be back again and again! read more

The best kept secret in Alameda. I would love for everyone on the island to know about this place. Family run, local business, fresh and delicious food and the best waterfront view. Try the eggplant salad, the kefta (meatball) sandwich and the mint lemonade. If you're lucky you'll get to meet Abigail. read more

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Really great food, beautiful view, lovely proprietor. Hidden gem this restaurant it.

This is a wonderful family run restaurant. From the homemade hummus and (yes) homemade pita bread, the Moroccan soup , the kofta kebab plate with saffron rice snd salad and the vegetarian eggplant plate, everything was delicious and made with a lot of care. We will definitely be back for the Saturday night fixed price dinner. Overall, a great hidden gem and very reasonably priced. read more

I have been coming to this family run establishment for last one year now, and never ever had a disappointing experience. The owners are very nice and really try their best to make your experience pleasant. I always get the Kefta sandwhich with the home-made spicy sauce, hands down, one of the best sandwiches I had in my life. I highly recommend trying this place at least once especially if you live/work in Alameda. read more

What a view! Is that really San Francisco out ther? Abigal Cafe & Deli is located at the end of Ballena Blvd, and very close to crown memorial beach. Abigal's is a mix of Moroccan and Italian food. The decor is a little odd, pictures of Nantuckett, Moroccan pottery, and Italian artwork are blended all together on the walls. The space is large and quite open, could use a remodel and a single decor style. I ordered the Meatball Parmagina sandwich and it was hot, fresh, and SO DELICIOUS! Warning the sandwhiches are plentiful so I had left overs for dinner! I will be back to bring some friends. read more

Came here for lunch twice a few months ago. Good sandwiches I really loved the bread, nothing earth shattering, but good. I see they're serving dinner on Saturday nights, definitely interested in giving them another chance to rock my world, if you know what I mean. (I mean serve me really good food, get your mind out of the gutter.) read more

View live belly dancing or downtown SF rise from the bay, without barely getting out of your chair. It's a bit ironic that our island community of Alameda has so few restaurants (or bars) with water views. Views aside, Abigail's delivers. Saturday night menu is fixed price with two options..chicken or lamb. Both are delicious and seem to have an authentic quality to them. No alcohol is offered on the menu, but you can bring your own with no corkage fee! read more

I liked this joint; it has heart. It feels more like you're in someone's home than in a restaurant, and I mean that in a good way. Also, the views of San Francisco that everyone is talking about are as good as they say. I went on a Saturday, for the prix fixe menu; it sounds like it is an entirely different experience for other times, so bear that in mind. The first dish was "salad" which was baba ghanoush, roasted red peppers, some new potatoes and green beans. The baba ghanoush was the star of the show; best I've had in a while. Instead of being served with flatbread, which I'm used to in a Moroccan restaurant, it was a standard issue French loaf. The next course was a choice, lamb or chicken. I chose lamb, and it was a fall-off-the-bone tender shank. I have to admit, as good as the lamb was, I was jonesin for Chicken Bastilla, Morocco's famous chicken pie. A light, crispy pastry shell with savory saffron chicken, spiced omelet stuffing, and crunchy topping of toasted almonds. Mmmmm. I'm used to it being a standard fare, but not here. I just wanted to point it out (and deducted no stars from the review, mind you). Belly dancing was fun; she was a pro, getting the whole group up and dancing. A sweet finish with hot tea and homemade cookies. Again, in the end, just as from the start, that homey feeling shines right through. A cute hidden spot in Alameda. read more

Truly a hidden gem of a restaurant with a priceless, breathtaking view of the bay and good prices for big portions for lunch. Just place your order with the friendly / kind man at the counter (truly a family-owned business, with daughters helping out) and take a seat by the big, bright picture windows as you listen to the tinkling Moroccan music and smell the light incense burning in the background. I ordered the amazing mint lemonade (so refreshing) and the safran rice plate with eggplant, onion, and bell pepper (such special spices gracing the dish - super savory and delicious). Next time, I'll come back on a Saturday night to enjoy the different menu and bellydancing that others have raved about. read more

Wow whodathunk a little place on the water in Alameda would take me back to Morocco? It even smells like Morocco in a way I can't describe, but it was kind of a pleasant surprise. I popped in for lunch during the week with my baby and it was pretty empty. Ordered the kefta rice plate with salad. Everything was very fresh and flavorful. Would love to try pastilla but they didn't offer that. Very fair prices. Don't get over to alameda very often, but I would like to try it again. read more