Around Jerusalem and the Dead Sea Restaurants
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1. Afteem
$ | |Just off Manger Square, Afteem draws locals and tourists alike for its falafel, hummus, and chicken platters. Grab a falafel sandwich for just a few shekels, or order a sit-down meal in the arched, cave-like interior. There are meat, veggie, and vegan options, as well as Taybeh beer, local wine, and fresh fruit juices. Afteem also stays open late for night owls.
Manger Sq., Israel02-274–7940Known For
- Local beer
- Great prices
- Fresh ingredients
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2. Bab IdDeir Gallery and Kitchen
$ | |One floor contains a gallery where local Palestinian paintings and posters are on exhibit and for sale; above it is a well-lit restaurant with giant windows. Breakfast features Arab mainstays like hummus and man'ousheh bread baked with aromatic zaatar, and main courses range from traditional offerings like shishbarak dumplings to more Western offerings such as fettuccini Alfredo. Try local Palestinian wine and beer, or order from a wide bar selection.
D’eik Quarter, Manager Square, Israel02-276–9222Known For
- Good mix of cuisines
- Local beer and wine
- Close to Manger Square but away from the crowds
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3. Qabar Chicken
$ | |Just west of Bethlehem in Beit Jala, this fluorescent-lit hole-in-the-wall has perfected the art of grilled chicken over nearly 50 years in operation. The birds are split and grilled over charcoal, then served with creamy hummus, eggplant salad, and an unforgettable garlic sauce called mtawameh. Taxi drivers can take you here from Manger Square, and it's worth the trip.
Near Beit Jala Municipality Bldg., Israel02-274–1419Known For
- Addictive olive oil–garlic spread
- Attracts politicians and other notables
- Half or whole grilled chicken
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4. Abu Ghosh Restaurant
$$$ | |Jawdat Ibrahim won the Illinois state lottery in 1991 and plowed his winnings back into his village, creating a local restaurant as well as a scholarship fund for Arab and Jewish students. Jawdat was the driving force behind Israel's Guinness World Record for the largest plate of hummus, served on a satellite dish; taste the hummus for yourself, or try the bean soup or the juicy meat skewers served with freshly cut colorful salads. Take in stunning village views from large windows or outdoor seating on the balcony. A sweetshop on the first floor offers coffee, tea, and freshly made baklava and other treats, including the syrupy sweet cheese-based desert, knafe.
Hashalom 65, 9084500, Israel02-533–2019Known For
- Stuffed grape leaves
- Stunning views
- Homemade sweets
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5. Abu Omar Restaurant
$$ | |Locals come to this restaurant, just steps from Jericho's main square, for grilled chicken or lamb served with fresh salads and hummus. The attached bakery turns out sheets of golden baklava and sugary ropes of bourma, angel-hair-like dough wrapped around cheese.
Arrasheed St., Israel02-232–3429Known For
- Central location
- Local crowd
- Grilled meat at the attached restaurant
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6. Baobar
$$ | |The café at the Ein Gedi Hotel is a great option for fresh salads, pastas, and coffee after a hike at the nearby Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. Sit on the outdoor deck amid the baobob trees, and enjoy the gorgeous views and the aromatic botanical gardens. The café is open for evening drinks as well as lunch and dinner. There is a limited menu on Friday night and during the day on Saturday when Sabbath regulations put the espresso machine and other cooking off-limits.
Rte. 90, 86980, Israel08-659–4220Known For
- Evening drinks
- Kosher fare
- Open on Saturday
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7. Hummus Abu Shukri
$$ | |This popular hummus joint is also the village's oldest, having started out with two tables in Samir Abu Shukri's home in 1965 (his grandson, Fadi, is now the restaurant's third-generation manager). Grab a table by the large windows, and look out at the towering mosque minarets in the village while enjoying big plates of hummus served with fresh pita. For something more substantial, try hummus topped with grilled mushrooms or meat.
63 Hashalom Road, Abu Gosh, Israel052-233–0399Known For
- Meat-topped hummus
- Great views
- Relaxed atmosphere
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8. Kaparuchka
$$ | |A neighborhood spot, this unpretentious pizzeria makes everything from scratch. The simple Italian fare is lovingly prepared by the owner--chefs, a young couple who made the trek back home from Tel Aviv. Grab a table in the outside patio and enjoy a ricotta-and-dill "Moldovan calzone" along with an Israeli beer.
Akhva 19, 8903334, Israel08-860–6615Known For
- Dill-and-ricotta calzones
- Local lunch crowds
- Evening beers
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9. Last Chance
$$ | |On the main highway just outside Jericho, this restaurant run by an Israeli family specializes in meat dishes like chicken schnitzel and pastries filled with spicy ground beef. The large breakfast menu features shakshuka with tomato, spices, and egg; quick bites include potato-filled pastries, hummus, and salads. Try the meat-stuffed dates, drizzled in tahini and sweet date honey, accompanied by a glass of freshly squeezed pomegranate juice. Ask owner Vered Tayeb-Sinai to show you around the family's date orchards, just behind the restaurant. The restaurant also sells boxes of dates and runs a small guesthouse for overnight stays.
Rte. 1, Almog Junction, Israel050-352–5035Known For
- Meat-stuffed dates
- Local crowd
- Convenient highway location
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Rate Includes: Closed Fri. evening and Sat. -
10. Singer Café
$ | |Old Singer sewing machines are the tables at this cafe that celebrates Palestinian and Arab artists. In addition to good coffee, you can enjoy fresh juice or lighter fare like sandwiches and salads, and you can also eat upstairs on a rooftop deck. Keep an eye on the bulletin boards for upcoming book readings and local tours. The café is a 15-minute walk from the Church of the Nativity.
Near Beit Sahour municipality, Israel02-277–1171Known For
- Book readings and local events
- Sandwiches and salad
- Friendly owners
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11. Sultan
$$ | |Reached by the Jericho Cable Car, this restaurant is the only place to get a cup of coffee, fresh juice, or some lunch near the Qarantal monastery. Tables are scattered on terraces built into the mountainside, and the menu includes grilled meats, hummus, salads, and some Western foods like pasta. Sultan closes at 7 pm daily, except for Thursday and Friday, when it is open later.
Qarantal St., Israel02-232–1590Known For
- Great oasis views
- Lunch service
- Hummus
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