Wow I am surprised no reviews of Abby's as it is consistently recommended by the staff at the Amrath as the best location for dining in Alkmaar. Of course this recommendation is specifically why I have avoided Abby's (yes I know makes no sense). But a work colleague loves Abby's..so that is where I ended up..
I should have listened to the staff alot sooner..great spot for a meal. Started off with a Brand UP at the bar as the table for five was cleaned. Sat down and was promptly asked if we wanted a starter (Yes please two mixed starters for the table) and another drink (not yet).
The reason I wish I had tried this location earlier was the daily fish special as well as some delicious items on the standard menu card. I went with the swordfish special (Zwaardvis) with tabbouleh salad and was very pleased. Companions had the tuna special (Tonjin) and a pasta and seafood item from the menu card (large pasta shells, swordfish, tuna, mussels and shrimp. I also added a savughion blanc to my meal.
Dessert cards were promptly delivered post dinner and we discussed options (well they discussed I had my eye on a Highland Park single malt). They only bump in the otherwise perfect evening was a long delay from menu card delivery and return for our order (maybe 10 minutes). But it was very busy and this delay is so minor when compared to other restaurants I have visited.
So Kudos to Abby's and I will certainly return on my next trip! read more