Te'enim

Te'enim Review

In the classic limestone Confederation House—with stone arches, flagstones, and tantalizing views (from the couple of window tables) of the Old City walls—Te'enim finds a delicate balance between traditional and innovative in its vegetarian fare. Great choices include the spinach salad with ricotta or the endive salad with grilled goat cheese and roasted almonds. Standard main dishes include a mushroom, polenta, olive, garlic, and red wine bake; and the successful Maharajah majadra, with bulgur, onion, ginger chutney, and yogurt. Daily specials at Te'enim ("figs" in Hebrew) include such unusual offerings as Mexican chili. The homemade sorbets and unusually flavored ice creams are excellent, but try the surprising mini eggplant in date honey and almonds.