For starters, they sat us by the door and we asked if we could be moved someplace else because of the draft to which they said they would move us if they could… they never did but when a different couple came in they moved tables for them to be able to sit comfortably. The atmosphere is tense and unwelcoming. You’re expected to know how their restaurant works without any direction. There aren’t even signs explaining what preparations you can ask for. Calamari was fine. Shrimp was so chewy and overcooked. Seafood soup had some flavor but again all the seafood was tough and chewy. Oh no free tap water here either. You aren’t offered any water but you can buy bottled water. I mean no water for your customers screams greed. Also really interesting to see how cold the staff was to my husband who is Egyptian yet all smiles with other customers. There is better Egyptian seafood on the same street with warmer service. Lesson learned, we won’t be back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 2
Mayynayyy
I recently visited Abuqir Seafood and was impressed by the freshness and quality of the dishes. The seafood tasted clean and well-prepared, with simple seasoning that really let the natural flavors shine. Everything came out hot and nicely presented, and you can tell the ingredients were fresh. The grilled selections in particular stood out, with a nice char and tender texture that didn’t feel overcooked.
The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, making it a great spot for a relaxed meal. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the staff were helpful in guiding us through the menu. If you’re looking for straightforward, flavorful seafood without unnecessary frills, Abuqir Seafood is definitely worth checking out.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Sebastian S
Came here 1 person for an afternoon lunch in the fall 2025. I ordered scallops. Grilled octopus, and 1 Greek salad. The total was almost $100 after tax and tip. Went to another nearby seafood place with a French name a month later and it was about $150 for 3 people, with wayyy more food than this. Your mileage may vary.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Small Greek Salad, Grilled Octopus, Grilled Scallop
Lila Schief
DELICIOUS
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Mason
Always best 10/10 - never had a bad meal here.
Standard order:
- whole branzino - eight scallops - sixteen shrimps - handful of calamari and octopus
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
zaid siddiqui
Food was okay. Not sure if i would go back, especially with the long wait time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Giuliana Nicolucci-Altman
Delicious, quality sea food, don’t believe the reviews about the service - the guys who served us were incredibly warm, friendly and accommodating. Everything was so tasty and fresh. It’s not cheap per se but the pricing is fair for what you get.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S G
Out of this world seafood. Without a doubt. No frills, best shrimp with garlic and herbs dressing that I nearly sponged off the plate
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morley Zhi
Love the way they cook the shrimp at Abuqir, it’s my favorite preparation out of all the Astoria seafood places
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashraf Abbas
This is the spirit of Egyptian Mediterranean fish cuisine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Abuqir Seafood, Fresh Pita Bread and Baba Ganoush, Egyptian Rice, Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, مسقعه, Seafood Tajin, Grilled Fish Borzini, Fried Calamari Grillee Calamari Salad
I don’t really leave reviews like that, but I actually had to for this place. Abuqir Seafood is honestly different. I’ve been to a bunch of seafood spots and they’re usually pretty hit or miss, but this one It’s on another level. The fish tasted so fresh, like it was literally just caught, and the seasoning was basically perfect. Even the sides were fire.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shaquille Taj
I love the food the people the atmosphere. Everything you could dream of and more. If you are on the fence about this place, don’t be just try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stef the god
The food at Abukir was excellent. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nikolas Bano
Best seafood I’ve had in years! I’d recommend the Bronzino and fried shrimp it’s amazing. Service was incredible very friendly as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Naveed Butt
One of the best seafood ive had in a while customer service was amazing
For starters, they sat us by the door and we asked if we could be moved someplace else because of the draft to which they said they would move us if they could… they never did but when a different couple came in they moved tables for them to be able to sit comfortably. The atmosphere is tense and unwelcoming. You’re expected to know how their restaurant works without any direction. There aren’t even signs explaining what preparations you can ask for. Calamari was fine. Shrimp was so chewy and overcooked. Seafood soup had some flavor but again all the seafood was tough and chewy. Oh no free tap water here either. You aren’t offered any water but you can buy bottled water. I mean no water for your customers screams greed. Also really interesting to see how cold the staff was to my husband who is Egyptian yet all smiles with other customers. There is better Egyptian seafood on the same street with warmer service. Lesson learned, we won’t be back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 2
I recently visited Abuqir Seafood and was impressed by the freshness and quality of the dishes. The seafood tasted clean and well-prepared, with simple seasoning that really let the natural flavors shine. Everything came out hot and nicely presented, and you can tell the ingredients were fresh. The grilled selections in particular stood out, with a nice char and tender texture that didn’t feel overcooked.
The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, making it a great spot for a relaxed meal. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the staff were helpful in guiding us through the menu. If you’re looking for straightforward, flavorful seafood without unnecessary frills, Abuqir Seafood is definitely worth checking out.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Came here 1 person for an afternoon lunch in the fall 2025. I ordered scallops. Grilled octopus, and 1 Greek salad. The total was almost $100 after tax and tip. Went to another nearby seafood place with a French name a month later and it was about $150 for 3 people, with wayyy more food than this. Your mileage may vary.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Small Greek Salad, Grilled Octopus, Grilled Scallop
DELICIOUS
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always best 10/10 - never had a bad meal here.
Standard order:
- whole branzino
- eight scallops
- sixteen shrimps
- handful of calamari and octopus
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was okay. Not sure if i would go back, especially with the long wait time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Delicious, quality sea food, don’t believe the reviews about the service - the guys who served us were incredibly warm, friendly and accommodating. Everything was so tasty and fresh. It’s not cheap per se but the pricing is fair for what you get.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Out of this world seafood. Without a doubt. No frills, best shrimp with garlic and herbs dressing that I nearly sponged off the plate
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the way they cook the shrimp at Abuqir, it’s my favorite preparation out of all the Astoria seafood places
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the spirit of Egyptian Mediterranean fish cuisine
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Abuqir Seafood, Fresh Pita Bread and Baba Ganoush, Egyptian Rice, Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, مسقعه, Seafood Tajin, Grilled Fish Borzini, Fried Calamari Grillee Calamari Salad
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I don’t really leave reviews like that, but I actually had to for this place. Abuqir Seafood is honestly different. I’ve been to a bunch of seafood spots and they’re usually pretty hit or miss, but this one It’s on another level. The fish tasted so fresh, like it was literally just caught, and the seasoning was basically perfect. Even the sides were fire.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love the food the people the atmosphere. Everything you could dream of and more. If you are on the fence about this place, don’t be just try it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food at Abukir was excellent. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best seafood I’ve had in years! I’d recommend the Bronzino and fried shrimp it’s amazing. Service was incredible very friendly as well!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best seafood ive had in a while customer service was amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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