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Restaurants in Jerusalem: The Best Restaurants in the City of Gold

  • If you are looking for the best restaurants in Jerusalem that you can visit on your next visit, this is the right place to get all the information you need. If you want to enjoy fine dining at its best, you will need some help finding the top restaurants in Jerusalem.

    Not only are there a lot of different options to choose from but you will also need to know which restaurants in Jerusalem are open on Shabbat if you are going to navigate easily through the City of Gold.

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    Jerusalem Culinary

    While Jerusalem is mostly known for catering to different religions equally, the same can be said of its approach to dining. There are many restaurants in Jerusalem from all over the world, which means no matter what type of food you are looking for, you will find what you need right here in Jerusalem!

    Top Restaurants in Jerusalem

    The following are some of the best restaurants in Jerusalem that you should visit:

    Rahmo (Highly Recommended)

    After you have done your shopping in the local market, when you need a place to relax and grab some food, Rahmo is the place to go.

    Culinary Type – Middle Eastern; Kosher

    Address - Mahane Yehuda Market, Ha-Eshkol St 5, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 9 am to 6 pm

    Contact – +972 2-623-4595

    Satya

    This is a new restaurant that combines local Israeli cuisine with the best European dishes. Great place for a romantic dinner in the heart of the city.

    Culinary Type – Local and European; Kosher

    Address - Keren HaYesod St 36, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 6 pm to 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-650-6808

    Jacko Street (Highly Recommended)

    If you want the very best of local cuisine, Jacko Street will give you the ultimate taste of what Israeli food is all about.

    Culinary Type – Israeli, vegetarian; Kosher

    Address - Agripas St 74, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 6 pm to 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-581-7178

    Touro (Highly Recommended)

    At Touro, you get to enjoy some of the best views in the city while treating yourself to divine beef dishes seasoned with delicious Mediterranean spices that will make your mouth water. A great place to enjoy a Jerusalem grill from some of the top chefs in the city.

    Culinary Type – Mediterranean; Kosher

    Address - Sh.A. Nakhon St 2, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 6 pm to 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-570-2189

    Tzitkiyaho

    Called "Home of the endless meal" this is a very popular Israeli steak house that is well known for serving big portions of some of the best-tasting food in the city. It is normally regarded as a steakhouse but is much more than just that.

    Culinary Type – Middle Eastern, Non-Kosher

    Address - Yad Harutsim St 21, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 12 pm to 11 pm

    Contact – +972 2-673-3379

    Khan

    If you love fine wine, the Khan Restaurant is one of the must-visit restaurants in Jerusalem. It combines great fish dishes, an awesome cocktail bar, and a very wide wine selection.

    Culinary Type – Middle Eastern and Local Israeli; Kosher

    Address - Rehov Emek Refaim 3 Orient Hotel Jerusalem, Jerusalem 9310402 Israel

    Opening Hours – 6 pm to 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-569-9090

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    Piccolino

    How do Italian food, great music, and a relaxed atmosphere sound to you? If you think this is the recipe for a perfect night out then this Italian- Jerusalem café is the perfect place for you.

    Culinary Type – Italian; Kosher

    Address - Yo'el Moshe Salomon St 12, Jerusalem, 9463312, Israel

    Opening Hours – 10 am to 10 pm

    Contact – +972 2-624-4186

    Angelica (Highly Recommended)

    Inspired by a highly talented and vibrant artist, Angelica restaurant stays true to its roots by providing a unique artistic backdrop for you to enjoy your food.

    Culinary Type - European, Israeli; Kosher

    Address - George Washington St 4, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 5 pm to 10 pm

    Contact – +972 2-623-0056

    Recommended Cafes and Pizzerias in Jerusalem

    Besides the posh restaurants found throughout Jerusalem, you can also find some great food and a relaxing atmosphere at the following cafes and pizzerias:

    Nadi Cafe

    Located in one of the prime downtown locations in the city, Nadi café is the very definition of simple but awesome-tasting food at its very best, complimented by amazing staff.

    Culinary Type – Israeli café; Kosher

    Address - Hillel St 39, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 7 am to 10 pm

    Contact – +972 2-625-1737

    Kadosh Cafe Patisserie (Highly Recommended)

    Famous throughout Jerusalem as a wonderful bakery, Kadosh Café Patisserie is the best Jerusalem pizza spot to visit if you have a sweet tooth.

    Culinary Type – International dishes; Non-Kosher

    Address - Queen Shlomziyon St 6, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 7 am to 11 pm

    Contact – +972 2-625-4210

    Tmol Shilshom (Highly Recommended)

    This is one of the most beautiful cafés you will have the pleasure of visiting and luckily it has fine dining to back up its wonderful atmosphere.

    Culinary Type - Mediterranean, Middle Eastern; Kosher

    Address - Yo'el Moshe Salomon St 5, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 9 am to 11 pm

    Contact – +972 2-623-2758

    Cafe Yehoshua

    When you wake up early in the morning in Jerusalem looking for a great place to have a hearty breakfast, Café Yehoshua is the place to go!

    Culinary Type – Israeli bar and café; Non-Kosher

    Address - Azza St 17, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 8 am to 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-563-2898

    Cafe Bezalel

    Café Bezalel has quickly gained a reputation of being one of the places in Jerusalem where you are guaranteed to get a great cup of coffee served by an awesome staff.

    Culinary Type – Café; Non-Kosher

    Address - Betsal'el St 8, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 7 am to 8 pm

    Contact – +972 2-590-6457

    Restaurants in Jerusalem Old City

    Jerusalem’s Old City is well known for its religious and historically significant sites but you can also grab some great food at any of the following places:

    Luchana Mamila (Highly Recommended)

    You will be surprised when you come across this authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of the Old City. It is a must-visit spot on your next trip to Jerusalem.

    Culinary Type – Italian; Kosher

    Address - Mamilla Rd 8, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 10 am to 11 pm

    Contact – +972 2-502-1000

    Mozzarella

    This is a great restaurant where you can conveniently order some great food online and have it delivered to your address anywhere in Jerusalem.

    Culinary Type – N/A

    Address - Jerusalem, Jerusalem District, Israel, 61000

    Opening Hours – N/A

    Contact – +972 2-628-2299

    Hummus Lina

    This is a family-owned business with over 60 years of experience in the Old City. Its specialty is the hand-ground hummus for which the restaurant is named.

    Culinary Type – Israeli; Kosher

    Address – Next to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre

    Opening Hours – 8 am to 4 pm

    Contact – +972 2-627-7230

    The Quarter Cafe

    This is a great place to stop by with some friends and enjoy a nice lunch while touring the heart of the Old City.

    Culinary Type – Israeli; Kosher

    Address – 11 Tiferet Israel Street Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 9 am to 5 pm

    Contact – +972 2-628-7770

    Keshet Ha Hurva Restaurant

    This is another gem in the Old City with a great selection of Arab dishes for you to enjoy. It is also located in one of the nicest places in the Jewish Quarter.

    Culinary Type - Israeli, Middle Eastern; Kosher

    Address - 2 Tif'eret Israel Old City, Jerusalem 9752268 Israel

    Opening Hours – 9 am to 5 pm

    Contact – +972 2-626-5908

    Restaurants in Jerusalem Open on Shabbat

    When in Jerusalem, you will find that many businesses do not open on Shabbat, so this is something you will need to consider when looking for a place to eat.

    Machneyuda

    Great place to visit if you want to enjoy a lively dining experience. However, to be safe it’s better to call and make a reservation beforehand.

    Culinary Type - Mediterranean, Middle Eastern; Non-Kosher

    Address - Beit Ya'akov St 10, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 12:30 pm to 12 am (closes at lunch)

    Contact – +972 2+533+3442

    Restaurant Dolphin Yam

    This is one of the places in Old Jerusalem that is well known for top-notch services and great-tasting food that is conveniently open on Shabbat.

    Culinary Type - Seafood, Mediterranean, Israeli; Non-kosher

    Address - Shim'on Ben Shatakh St 9, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – N/A

    Contact – +972 2-623-2272

    Adom

    If you have a craving for seafood and great-tasting meat dishes, Adom is the one place where you are guaranteed satisfaction.

    Culinary Type - Mediterranean, European, Israeli; Non-Kosher

    Address - David Remez St 4, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 12:30 pm to 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-624-6242

    Chakra

    Thanks to the awesome skills of Chef Eran Peretz, Chakra always has something fresh and exciting to delight its guests.

    Culinary Type - Mediterranean, European, Middle Eastern, Israeli; Non-Kosher

    Address - King George St 41, Jerusalem, 9426116, Israel

    Opening Hours – 6 pm 12 am

    Contact – +972 2-625-2733

    Mona

    With a fireplace and a live tree growing right inside the restaurant, Mona provides a very unique atmosphere for you to enjoy your dining experience.

    Culinary Type - Mediterranean, European, Israeli, Vegetarian; Non-Kosher

    Address - Shmu'el ha-Nagid St 12, Jerusalem, Israel

    Opening Hours – 6:30 pm to 11 pm

    Contact – +972 2-622-2283

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    Summary

    If any of these great restaurants sound like the perfect place to get a taste of the special cuisines that have put the Middle East on the map, make a reservation at any Isrotel hotels in Jerusalem.