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Abba

89 Old Colony Way, Orleans, MA 02653
(508) 255-8144
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Ranked #8 of 49 restaurants in Orleans
Cuisines: Mediterranean, Seafood, Thai
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Brewster, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

A group of friends and I went into about last night for dinner. From the service staff, Joe to the delicious food, it was a hit. We started out with the scallops that were meaty and prepared just right. We then had the duck breast, salmon, and the New York strip entrées - fabulous. We are the diners who have... More

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West Barnstable, Massachusetts
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34 reviews 34 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013

Many places can serve you a good meal once. The best restaurants do it time after time. This is one of those spots. Elegance without pretense. If you want a big steak and baked potato- go someplace else. Try the wines from the Golan Heights- both excellent and affordable. Desserts that don't kill you with too much sweet also a... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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60 reviews 60 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2012

My family and I have been enjoying Abba for the last five years and our visits in 2012 confirm the quality of this lovely restaurant. We always have spectacular food and warm service. We have so many favorites it is difficult to select. We love the fresh oysters with a very wonderful Asian inspired sauce. The falalfel appetizer was better... More

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Marlboro, New Jersey
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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

We went to Abba to celebrate my wife’s birthday and had an extraordinary dining experience. Abba is in a home that was converted to a restaurant and as a result had an intimate feel that was enhanced by Middle Eastern accents, interesting paintings and large bar. Although we had reservations and they had plenty of space outdoors, which is where... More

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Boston
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36 reviews 36 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

We are local and go to this restaurant frequently. It is, yes, expensive, but we are happy to find such quality at our end of Cape Cod. In our view, it is the best restaurant in the area. It has an imaginative, creative kitchen offering choices ranging from Asian to Israeli to Chatham seafare, excellent service and a charming ambiance.... More

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Vincennes, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2012

Absolutely fabulous cuisine ! a bit expensive but definitely worth it. Fresh, original, spicy, delicious.

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Kinnelon, New Jersey
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2012

I'm totally a fan. From the perfect cucumber martini to the lick your plate clean type entree of fresh pea risotto with scallops (which were cooked to perfection) the dinner was superb! Our waitress was attentive and very pleasant! Love love this place!

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Denver, Colorado, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

We had a delicious meal at this lovely but casual restaurant. However, the server really behaved as if she couldn't be bothered with us being there, and the entrees took forever to come. Not once did she ever stop by to keep us updated. Then, when she brought the dessert menus, she did not return for 20 minutes. But that... More

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New York City, New York
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84 reviews 84 reviews
45 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

I can't really describe the food at Abba because it defies definition, its southeastern asia, New England, Mediterranean, nouveau american. However you define it the food was VERY GOOD! The location is in what looks like a modest house on the corner of a block, not even close to down town with tables that fill the space and also open... More

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Orleans, Massachusetts
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24 reviews 24 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2012

Just learned Abba will close for the fall/winter this year for the first time after Sept. 9. We went this week because of this. I had excellent short ribs and my husband had the lamb chops, also very good. I had my favorite whiskey sour made with pomegranate....hope they will reopen again in the spring! My only complaint is that... More

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