Aba Miami - Bal Harbour

4.7

835 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

20:00

Booked 71 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Top Chef Winner Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking, and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.

Signature dishes on the menu include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Whipped Feta Spread, Hamachi, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak and Bougatsa. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–16:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
Phone number
(305) 677-2840
Website
https://www.abarestaurants.com/miami/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
CJ Jacobson
Private party facilities
Celebrate your next special event, get together or meeting at Aba Miami – Bal Harbour! Enjoy large group dining spaces like the Terrace on the Mezzanine Level, our intimate semi-private Portico which can accommodate groups up to 12 guests, lounge-style group seating on the patio and more. We can accommodate groups of 10 to 250 guests.

Location
9700 Collins Ave unit 101, Bal Harbour, FL 33154-2208
Area
Bal Harbour
Cross Street
Collins Ave, near the Saks Fifth Avenue <br />
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Bal Harbour Shops Bus Stop - Stop ID: 96STHARS
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

ClassicUS$15.95
za'atar, olive oil, vegetable crudité
AvocadoUS$15.95
piquillo pepper, pickled fresnos cucumber, sesame
Smoky GarlicUS$15.95
ceci, aleppo & urfa pepper, preserved lemon
Spicy Lamb RaguUS$19.95
braised lamb shoulder, harissa
Crispy Short Rib Hummus*US$22.95
grilled onions, sherry, beef jus

Spreads

Whipped FetaUS$15.95
crushed pistachio, aleppo & urfa pepper, olive oil
Charred EggplantUS$15.95
house yogurt, lemon, california olive oil
MuhammaraUS$16.95
roasted pepper, isot chili, walnut, pomegranate molasses
House-Made LabnehUS$16.95
date, aleppo, mint

Raw

Truffled Salmon Crudo*US$19.95
roasted garlic, chive, crispy leek
Ahi Tuna Carpaccio*US$22.95
jalapeño, ginger scallion, kiwi, hibiscus vinaigrette
Hamachi & Charred AvocadoUS$22.95
coconut cream, lychee, jalapeño, makrut lime vinaigrette

Mezze

Greek VillageUS$18.95
vine ripened tomato, persian cucumber, red onion, kalamata olive, bell pepper, feta, greek vinaigrette
House-Made StracciatellaUS$24.95
vine ripened tomato, crouton, basil, sherry vinaigrette, pistachio pesto
Crispy PotatoesUS$13.95
mizithra, rosemary, scallion crema
Brussels SproutsUS$15.95
cashew & almond dukkah, citrus harissa, honey
Roasted Romanesque CauliflowerUS$15.95
labneh, honey, lemon, aleppo
Sweet Potato LatkesUS$14.95
parmesan, shallot, avocado & jalapeño crema

Lunch

Kale CaesarUS$16.95
pecorino, pickled raisin, toasted breadcrumbs, lemon vinaigrette
Vegetable CobbUS$19.95
cherry tomato, avocado, mandarin orange, almond, spicy chickpea, feta, romaine, arugula, honey vinaigrette
Mediterranean Chopped*US$23.95
chicken, cauliflower, olive, date, graviera cheese, red pepper, caper, romaine, arugula, house vinaigrette
Green FalafelUS$18.95
hummus, tomato & cucumber salad, tzatziki, house dressing, french fries
Chicken Kefta Burger*US$21.95
boston lettuce, tomato, tzatziki, french fries

Kebabs

served with basmati rice

Grilled CauliflowerUS$19.95
medjool dates, red onion, turmeric, tzatziki
Chicken KeftaUS$21.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled ChickenUS$22.95
yogurt marinade, sweet pepper, zhoug
Lamb & Beef Kefta*US$23.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled Salmon*US$29.95
sweet pepper, red onion, lemon, olive oil, zhoug

Plates

Grilled ShrimpUS$29.95
roasted on-the-vine tomato, eggplant, souvlaki vinaigrette
Grilled Spanish Octopus*US$32.95
potato puree, paprika, garlic, morita chili
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes*US$32.95
garlic, shallot, lemon, frisée, kale & dill remoulade
Shawarma-Spiced Prime Skirt Steak Frites*US$44.95
za'atar, feta, berbere red wine jus

Zero-Proof

Pomegranate BacksplashUS$12.00
grenadine, cold-pressed orange, fever tree sicilian lemonade
Faux-LomaUS$12.00
house-made pineapple fresno cordial, lime, three cents greek grapefruit soda
Comment SectionUS$12.00
liquid alchemist coconut, strawberry, pineapple, lime
UnpluggedUS$12.00
green juice, ginger, lime, pineapple

Desserts

Frozen Greek YogurtUS$9.94
- Olive Oil, Sea SaltUS$9.95
- Key Lime, Graham Cracker CrumbleUS$11.95
Sticky Date CakeUS$12.95
whiskey caramel, sumac, whipped cream
Vanilla Bean Panna CottaUS$13.95
orange blossom granita, rosemary meringue
Chocolate Chocolate CakeUS$14.95
isot chili, chocolate sauce, whipped cream
BougatsaUS$19.95
phyllo pastry, cinnamon sugar streusel, vanilla custard, orange blossom

What 835 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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North Dade
Innovative
North Dade
Healthy
North Dade
Great for outdoor dining
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aba Miami - Bal Harbour offers a "beautiful and aesthetic setting" with "consistently excellent food, service, and atmosphere." Known for its "amazing service" and "delicious food," guests enjoy the Mediterranean flavors and inviting ambiance. While some experienced service hiccups, most highly recommend it for a memorable dining experience.

835 Reviews

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karen VIP
Las Vegas16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aba is such a beautiful restaurant with a great vibe and feel. The food and service are excellent and I highly recommend it.
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Cal VIP
New York City75 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was disappointingly not flavorful for a Mediterranean cuisine. Lamb chops were requested for medium and came out well done and not flavorful. Ditto chicken kebobs. Bugatsu was a weird interpretation with chunks of cinnamon and sparse cream. Crispy short rib hummus was a hit. Greek salad lacked flavor too.
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Alice
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every bite was delicious, we had a large group with 3 children. The waitstaff was incredible and kind. We dined on the outside patio which was gorgeous, the decor is boho chic! The food was outstanding!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant came highly recommended by a friend, and it quickly became our favorite spot during our stay in Bal Harbour. While it’s located in The Shops at Bal Harbour and doesn’t have a view, the relaxing outdoor vibe—lush with greenery and intimate lighting—more than made up for it. Despite being busy, it was easy to have a conversation. Our waiter was fantastic—knowledgeable and attentive. He guided me through the vegan options and even let me know that the house-made bread contained yogurt (a bummer, but I appreciated the heads-up!). He thoughtfully swapped it for gluten-free crackers, which was a great touch. The food was outstanding. My favorite dish was the chilled cucumber—the flavor profile was just incredible. My husband discovered the labneh, which he absolutely loved. The small plates were perfect for sampling a variety of dishes, and everything we tried was fresh and beautifully prepared. Highly recommend this spot for a delicious and enjoyable dining experience!
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Mike VIP
Chicago18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic on so many levels and this is no accident. Lettuce entertain you restaurants were always spot on throughout Chicago and they continue to do an impeccable job in Miami too
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Robyn
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love Aba. Consistently great food, wonderful ambiance, excellent service... one of my favorite restaurants.
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Alan VIP
Chicago39 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Delicious dishes to share and great service.
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Livitrumps VIP
London8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect service with excellent food, beautiful venue, just a bit too loud.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Not great food- crab cakes was missing crab and chicken was under cooked
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KimG
Grand Rapids4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We live in Detroit where we have an abundance of delicious Mediterranean restaurants and this one was by far the best food, service and ambiance I’ve ever experienced in the USA for Mediterranean. Highly recommend.
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2 people

15 Mar 2025

20:00

Booked 71 times today

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9700 Collins Ave unit 101, Bal Harbour, FL 33154-2208

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Collins Ave, near the Saks Fifth Avenue <br />
Area
Bal Harbour
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–16:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Bal Harbour Shops Bus Stop - Stop ID: 96STHARS
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
CJ Jacobson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.abarestaurants.com/miami/
Phone number
(305) 677-2840
Private party facilities
Celebrate your next special event, get together or meeting at Aba Miami – Bal Harbour! Enjoy large group dining spaces like the Terrace on the Mezzanine Level, our intimate semi-private Portico which can accommodate groups up to 12 guests, lounge-style group seating on the patio and more. We can accommodate groups of 10 to 250 guests.

Aba Miami - Bal Harbour

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Char-Grilled Lamb Chops

Chicken Kefta

Grilled Chicken

Hummus

ClassicUS$15.95

AvocadoUS$15.95

Smoky GarlicUS$15.95

Spicy Lamb RaguUS$19.95

Crispy Short Rib Hummus*US$22.95

Spreads

Whipped FetaUS$15.95

Charred EggplantUS$15.95

MuhammaraUS$16.95

House-Made LabnehUS$16.95

Raw

Truffled Salmon Crudo*US$19.95

Ahi Tuna Carpaccio*US$22.95

Hamachi & Charred AvocadoUS$22.95

Mezze

Greek VillageUS$18.95

House-Made StracciatellaUS$24.95

Crispy PotatoesUS$13.95

Brussels SproutsUS$15.95

Roasted Romanesque CauliflowerUS$15.95

Sweet Potato LatkesUS$14.95

Lunch

Kale CaesarUS$16.95

Vegetable CobbUS$19.95

Mediterranean Chopped*US$23.95

Green FalafelUS$18.95

Chicken Kefta Burger*US$21.95

Kebabs

Grilled CauliflowerUS$19.95

Chicken KeftaUS$21.95

Grilled ChickenUS$22.95

Lamb & Beef Kefta*US$23.95

Grilled Salmon*US$29.95

Plates

Grilled ShrimpUS$29.95

Grilled Spanish Octopus*US$32.95

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes*US$32.95

Shawarma-Spiced Prime Skirt Steak Frites*US$44.95

Zero-Proof

Pomegranate BacksplashUS$12.00

Faux-LomaUS$12.00

Comment SectionUS$12.00

UnpluggedUS$12.00

Desserts

Frozen Greek YogurtUS$9.94

Sticky Date CakeUS$12.95

Vanilla Bean Panna CottaUS$13.95

Chocolate Chocolate CakeUS$14.95

BougatsaUS$19.95

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