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. Hans Sternbach Vineyards
$$$ | |Vintner Adam Sternbach and his father Adam make wines in the Ella Valley and serve tastings and thoughtful snacks on a grape-vine covered patio. Tables set out on barrels overloook rolling hills. You can also order a picnic basket to go, as long as you return the reusable containers. Gadi makes cured meats; the cheeses and bread come from local makers. On Fridays and Saturdays, the winery is open to the public, but calling ahead is recommended.
Farm 83, 9982500, Israel02-999–0162Known For
- Winery tours
- History lessons from its owner
- Beef stew
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Thurs. except for groups with prior arrangements, Baskets from 100 NIS; tastings 10 NIS or included with purchase of a bottle -
4. Limona
$$ | |Glass walls let the sun pour into this restaurant beside Hisham's Palace, providing a delightful setting for Palestinian basics done right. Middle Eastern mezze salads are delicious, grilled meats are expertly done, and you can try traditional dishes like Musakhan chicken cooked in sumac. The minty lemonade is a revelation after a hot day. On cooler days or in the evenings, there is a large patio with outdoor seating.
Hisham's Palace Rd., Israel02-231–2977Known For
- Grilled meats
- Mint lemonade
- Light-filled interior and patio seating
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5. 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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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
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6. Rama's Kitchen
$$$$ | |Chef Rama Ben Zvi combines local produce, meat, and dairy with attentive service for a meal that could easily last hours amid the gorgeous Judean Hills. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are fixed price and begin with bread baked on-site. The menu changes at this spot open only a few days a week, but the beet hummus is outstanding, and grilled lamb ribs served on bulgur wheat with tomato chutney are delightful. Desserts like pistachio ice cream are beautifully executed. Prices are upscale, as are the modern wooden furnishings and wood floor. Drinks include a spicy gin coriander cocktail, and the wine list includes many Israeli bottles.
Off Rte. 1, 90804, Israel02-570–0954Known For
- Coriander cocktails
- Seasonal menu
- Weekend hangout
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Wed., Reservations essential, Fixed price only -
7. Shams Al-Aseel
$ | |Tables face the rolling terraced hills of the West Bank, making this an unforgettable setting for a sunset meal. Try the musakhan chicken cooked in sumac or the maqluba rice pilaf served upside down; sip some local arak liquor or a Palestinian beer, and gaze at olive trees that have been growing here for centuries. You can also walk in the adjacent Makhrour Valley to picturesque nearby Battir. To get here, drive from Malha in Jerusalem toward Beit Jala. The site is in Area C, meaning it is accessible to both Palestinians and Israelis.
Al Makhrour Rd., Israel059-461–6011Known For
- Stunning views
- Chicken cooked in an underground oven
- Relaxed and inexpensive spot
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