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Alba on 53

4.1 (184 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Classy
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Ethan R.

Absolutely Outstanding Dining Experience The atmosphere at Alba on 53 feels upscale yet welcoming, making it perfect for a date night or special occasion. In our case, a company team holiday gathering The service was just as impressive as the food -more to come on that! Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was paced perfectly without feeling rushed. Alright I have a lot to say about the food cause I ate a whole lot! Can't take me on a company sponsored holiday dinner and expect me to not try... so many things!! No way I could resist $1 Oysters until 6pm. And so a couple dozen of em while we waited for the party to arrive! Duxbury Oysters insanely fresh & chucked to order Colossal Shrimp Cocktail Holy freaking jumbo size massive shrimp served with cocktail sauce & horseradish Alba Antipasto cured meat and cheese, grilled and marinated vegetables & honeycomb Chicken Wings Proper wings with a lot of meat cooked beautifully with harissa, za'atar & served with blue cheese Meatballs Live a good homemade meatball. mint tzatziki, feta, toasted pita Now for the main event... in comes the 36oz. Tomahawk Steak I was challenged to embark on this monster of a meat that was the most delicious and beautifully cooked steak I've ever had. A perfect mid rare, 36oz proved to be no challenge whatsoever. Felt like a badass Viking king. The ONLY reason for them missing out on that illusive 5th star... the Molten Lava Cake dessert. While the cake was delicious, sadly there was no lava

They were great about adding on to their sushi (asked for some jalapeños)
Ashley E.

This place is serving three vibes, one address and I'm here for every single one. The bar side? Casual with TVs, moody lighting, and still classy enough for a date night. The main dining room? Elegant and perfect for a celebration. The patio? Laid-back and breezy... until it wasn't--but more on that in a second. We sat outside, soaking in the early evening air, and just as we got comfy with our drinks, bam--a bug brigade arrived, followed by a surprise rain shower. Here's where this place really impressed me. The staff moved like a Formula 1 pit crew. Before I even felt a raindrop, they were relocating tables, grabbing plates, and making sure no sushi was left behind. Seamless. Shoutout to our waitress who stayed calm, cool, and completely fabulous through it all. Now let's talk food. Complimentary bread with homemade butter started us off strong. I went with the Spicy Crunchy Roll--shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado, wasabi tobiko, and I added jalapeños (because spicy should mean spicy, right?). Needed the heat bump, but flavor was on point. Paired it with the Mac & Cheese, which, yes, was an elite move--ultra creamy, cheesy, and topped with the kind of crumble that makes you question ever sharing. My boyfriend had the Braised Short Rib Gnocchi, which I totally would've ordered if I wasn't scared of mushrooms (I realized I could've got it without--so next time, it's mine). It was rich, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Drinks? My rosé was dangerously drinkable--light, crisp, and patio-perfect (while the patio lasted). Should've just ordered the bottle. Boyfriend said the beer list was solid, and enjoyed his IPA. To top if off, my water glass was kept full all night, which is more rare than it should be. Originally from Quincy, this spot is now conveniently right down the road from our go-to stay when we're in the area, and I'm thrilled we finally got to try it. Fantastic service, gorgeous plates, and an atmosphere that can flex from casual to elevated depending on your mood. We'll definitely be back--maybe next time with an umbrella... and definitely with room for dessert.

Calamari, grilled octopus, Spicy Rainbow Roll.
Jay K.

I finally tried Alba in Hanover and it was excellent! The staff (from the hostess to the waitresses to the bartenders) were on top of their game and super friendly. We sat on the far side of the bar and although it was a Friday, we could hear each other. We got the calamari, the octopus, sushi to munch on and they were all very good, especially the grilled octopus. We never felt rushed and the bartenders were always accommodating and made us feel welcome. Even though the space is huge (with outdoor seating) there was plenty of room to stretch out yet it felt intimate. Highly recommend!

Winter in Italy
Corrina L.

I came to Alba on 53 for Mother's Day as I've enjoyed this location in the past. I ordered steak with mashed potatoes and green beans and had the Winter in Italy cocktail. Everything was well prepared and tasty. Service was amicable and attentive. My only complaint would be the limited menu they had for Mother's Day. I will continue to return to this restaurant.

Calamari
Renee H.

Alba on 53 is well located with tons of parking, next to a plaza with the movies and shopping. It's easily accessible/drivable. We were sat quickly, our waiter was attentive. Everyone we interacted with was pleasant. The food was super good. We got calamari, the braised oxtail Gnocchi, and steak with mashed potatoes. For dessert we got banana bread pudding. The calamari was perfectly flavored. Well crisped, and still hot. Served with two sauces, cocktail and a creamier mayo sort of sauce. The quantity is definitely enough for two persons. The coating was light, the perfect bite. The braised short rib gnocchi was also very good. Well seasoned, the flavored paired well together. The gnocchi was a soft bite, not soggy or undercooked. My partners steak looked immaculate. Perfectly cooked, which alot of restaurants simply don't get right (he got it medium rare). His potatoes were whipped to the GODS, too whipped for me personally but still VERY good. The dessert was **chef kiss**, banana pudding. The English kind not the jello kind. It was amazing, the ice cream on top also paired well, super sweet- but very very good. The drinks were decent also. I recommend the snowbird. The old fashioned tasted watered down; but it could've also maybe have been the bourbon used? The espresso martini was also a perfect sip! Either way. Highly recommend! The restaurants decor i would describe as modern, and comfortable. There's a very warm feeling to it. It's spacious, plentiful. Not overwhelming. I would dress business casual, or "dress casual".

Special Sushi
Chris B.

Went out to celebrate Elizabeth's Birthday Dinner last night at Alba in Hanover, first for us there, we got the Special of Sushi, it was so delicious, our Main Dish I got Gnocchi and Short Rib, Elizabeth got Bolognese, everything was delicious, they did Sing Happy Birthday to her, it was so sweet, it was a Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream, we definitely liked it 10 out 10 on the Rating, we will definitely be back again

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The service was excellent from beginning to end, and the food and drinks were phenomenal.

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Great dinner and food always extremely consistent and well done! Will come back again and again.

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Can be rather loud when at capacity , but food never disappoints. Portions were enough for next days lunch.

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Always have a great experience here. Love the sushi (which I think is underrated!) and the service is great!

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This place is wonderful. From the food, to the decor and service, it's a definite go to for date night or any night to be honest! :)

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3 years ago

Amazing food; amazing atmosphere as always. Have tried many meals off their menu and they never disappoint!

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Service was excellent...much too noisy...food good but pricey.... Portions average...not sure I'd go again.

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