Cuisine of Jerusalem

Stews at Azura, an Iraqi/Kurdi Jewish restaurant at the Mahane Yehuda Market

Local cuisine in and around the city of Jerusalem

The cuisine of Jerusalem reflects the long history of Jerusalem as a crossroads of cultures and religions. Millennia of trade, conquest, and migration have resulted in a unique fusion of culinary traditions, with significant influences from Jewish (predominantly Sephardic,[1] but also Kurdish, Ashkenazi, and other communities) and Levantine Arab cuisine.[2]

Dishes in Jerusalem feature fresh, seasonal ingredients typical of the Mediterranean climate, with a strong emphasis on vegetables, fruits, olive oil, and herbs. Street food is a prominent aspect of the culinary scene, thriving in bustling markets such as the Mahane Yehuda Market and the Arab souk of the Old City. Modern Jerusalem caters to a global palate, with a growing number of restaurants offering international fare alongside traditional dishes.

Jerusalem is known for several iconic dishes, including the Jerusalem bagel, a long, oval-shaped bread typically topped with sesame seeds or za'atar; Jerusalem mixed grill, a dish made from chicken hearts, spleens, and liver mixed with bits of lamb and fried with onions and spices; and kubbeh, a type of dumpling made from bulgur or semolina filled with minced meat served in soup. Sephardic classics such as bourekas (savory pastries), biscochos (cookies), sofrito (a meat stew), orez shu'it (rice and beans), makaroni hamin (slow-cooked pasta), and pastelikos (meat-stuffed pastries) are also prevalent. Additionally, Ashkenazi Kugel Yerushalmi, a traditional noodle casserole, and Middle Eastern staples like hummus, falafel, shawarma, and knafeh, are integral to Jerusalem's culinary identity.

## History

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There are literary and archaeological remnants that shed light on the Israelite cuisine of ancient Jerusalem. In Samuel II, David is said to have distributed ashishim, lentil pancakes, among the city's inhabitants.[3] Archaeological findings reveal traces of vanilla discovered in wine jars from the 7th to 6th centuries BCE, suggesting that local elites enjoyed vanilla-flavored wine—a notable early use of this spice in the Old World.[4] Abundant fish bones from the Iron Age suggest that fish, likely preserved rather than fresh due to the city's distance from the Mediterranean coast, were sold and consumed in the city. The Books of Chronicles, Zephaniah, and Nehemiah also mention a "Fish Gate" in the city.[5] Additionally, the earliest archaeological evidence of citrus fruits in the Middle East dates back to the 5th and 6th centuries BCE, discovered in the Ramat Rachel area.[6]

Documents also provide insight into the city's cuisine during the Middle Ages and the early modern period. Obadiah of Bertinoro, who visited Jerusalem in the late 15th century, described finding grapes larger than those in Romagna, Italy. Israel of Perusha, writing in the 16th century, noted that grapes were among the only fruits available in the city.[7] 17th century records from Jerusalem's Islamic court reveal details about types of breads and baked goods available, including kmaj, a bread similar to pita; ka'ak, sesame bagels; and aljerk, a loaf filled with dates, cheese, and herbs.[8]

Mahane Yehuda Market in 1964

Jerusalem's cuisine has evolved significantly over the past two centuries. In the early 19th century, the city housed about 9,000 residents, including 2,000 Jews from Sephardic, Musta'arabi, and Ashkenazi backgrounds. These communities maintained distinct culinary traditions from their countries of origin, blending with local Arab ingredients and cooking methods. This period marked the beginning of a unique Jerusalemite cuisine that combined various Jewish traditions with local Arab influences.[2] A significant role in shaping this culinary landscape was played by Sephardic Jews, descendants of those expelled from Spain, who arrived from the Ottoman Empire in the 17th and 18th centuries. Their influence led to a predominantly Sephardic character in the city's food culture.[1]

As Jerusalem's population grew, so did its Jewish community, eventually reaching two-thirds of the city's total. This growth brought further diversification to the culinary scene. The early 19th century saw an influx of Jews from Eastern and Western Europe, along with migrants from Turkey, Syria, the Balkans and North Africa. The arrival of Jews from the Maghreb in the 1840s, and later from Iran, Bukhara, Yemen, and Kurdistan in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, introduced new culinary influences. Each group brought unique ingredients and cooking techniques, further enriching Jerusalemite cuisine.[2]

In the post-World War II era and following the establishment of the State of Israel, Jerusalem continued to see a melding of culinary traditions. The influx of Jewish immigrants from around the world further enriched the city's food culture. Modern Jerusalemite cuisine is a dynamic blend of historical influences from Jewish communities, including Sephardic, Ashkenazi, and Kurdish, as well as Palestinian traditions.[9] Today, it reflects a fusion of ancient recipes and modern culinary practices.[2]

## Breads and pastries

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Jerusalem bagel

The Jerusalem bagel is a traditional bread originating from Jerusalem, known for its unique long, oval shape.[10] It is softer and lighter than the classic round bagel. It is typically coated with toppings such as sesame seeds and served alongside za'atar, a Levantine herb blend,[11] and hard-boiled eggs.[10] A date-filled bread called maaruk, enriched with eggs and given a yellow hue from turmeric, can be found in the Old City.[12] The Yemenite Jewish community introduced jachnun to the city, and it became a staple in the local diet.[2]

The Jerusalem kugel, a spiced noodle casserole commonly served on Shabbat

Yerushalmi kugel, a speciality of Jerusalem, is a unique dish combining sweet and savory flavors. Made with caramel, black pepper, and egg noodles, it develops a crisp exterior and a chewy interior when baked. This casserole, often found in Orthodox Jewish communities, is characterized by its rich, peppery, and sweet taste.[13] The dish may trace its origins to the 19th century, when Ashkenazi Jews brought kugel to Jerusalem, adapting its ingredients to local availability by incorporating caramel and a Sephardic-influenced sharpness.[14] Yerushalmi kugel can be served warm or cold, and reheated multiple times, making it a popular choice for Shabbat,[13] when it is commonly served at kiddush or as a side dish accompanying cholent.[15]

## Main dishes

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Red kubbeh soup with pita, pickled cucumbers and hummus

Kubbeh, a dumpling soup of Iraqi Jewish origin, is an iconic dish of Jerusalem cuisine, often enjoyed as a pre-Shabbat meal during Friday lunch. Starting in the 1980s, this dish, which had been mostly eaten within the small Kurdish Jewish community, began appearing in simple eateries around Mahane Yehuda market, and gradually became popular among a wider audience.[1] Today, kubbeh is widely enjoyed in Jerusalem—whether at home, taken out, shared with friends and neighbors, or savored in restaurants as a beloved comfort food.[1] The dish is served at restaurants such as Azura, Morduch, Ima and Rachmo.[1][16][17] Popular versions include kubbeh hamusta, a sour soup,[18] and kubbeh selek, made with a red beet broth.[19]

Another popular dish in Jerusalem is sofrito, a stew of Sephardic Jewish origin. Beef sofrito, a mixture of beef, potatoes and spices, is served in places such as Azura[20] and Barood.[21] Azura, a renowned family restaurant in the Mahana Yehuda Market, often hailed as one of the country's finest "workers' restaurants",[22] serves alongside sofrito other traditional dishes such as kubbeh and lung stew.[23] Barood, located within the historic Feingold courtyard and established in 1995, is a gastropub known for its Sephardic cuisine, which also includes pastelikos, boycos and leek fritters.[21][23]

Jerusalem mixed-grill, a speciality of Jerusalem including chicken thighs, hearts, and livers, caramelized onions and spices

Jerusalem mixed grill is a dish believed to have originated from the Mahane Yehuda Market. It consists of chicken thighs, hearts, and livers cooked with baharat, a Middle Eastern spice blend typically containing cinnamon, allspice, coriander, black pepper, cardamom, and cloves, along with caramelized onions. Traditionally prepared on a griddle, it can be made in a regular pan as well and can also be served in a pita.[24]

Macaroni Hamin is a Jerusalemite variation of hamin (also known as cholent), a slow-cooked stew traditionally served on Shabbat. This dish incorporates pasta (usually macaroni or bucatini), alongside chicken.[25][26]

In the Old City of Jerusalem, several popular hummus eateries draw crowds, including Abu Shukri, Lina, Abu Kamal, and Arafat.[11] Abu Shukri, known for its hand-prepared hummus, also offers dishes like msabbaha (whole chickpeas mixed with tahini) and ful (spiced fava beans). Due to limited seating, it's common to find locals lining up for takeaway breakfasts.[10] The Butchers' Market is home to Kebab Abu Shaheen, a kebab restaurant managed by descendants of a Turkish Muslim family believed to have founded the establishment during the Ottoman period.[11]

Hummus served in The Eucalyptus restaurant, at Jerusalem's Artists' Colony

## Desserts

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Knafeh served at Jafar Sweets, a shop in the Old City of Jerusalem

Knafeh, a Middle Eastern dessert made with kadayif and melted cheese and topped with pistachios and sugar syrup, is typically found in Arab sweet shops, often served alongside other desserts, such as baklava. One notable establishment is Jafar Sweets, a well-known knafeh shop located in the Old City's Christian Quarter, not far from the Damascus Gate.[11][27][28] Also in the Old City, Al Aseel Sweets on Al-Wad Street offers knafeh on Fridays and Saturdays.[10] In 2017, the first kosher knafeh shop, Ir David, opened in the Mahane Yehuda Market, quickly gaining popularity and inspiring the establishment of additional kosher knafeh shops.[29] Rugelach is also popular, notably at Marzipan, a bakery known for its gooey chocolate version of the pastry, which attracts large crowds.[30][31]

Jerusalem features a variety of ice cream shops catering to different tastes. Mousseline is known for its silky French-style gelato and inventive flavors like basil and saffron, reflecting a local twist. Aldo, known for its Italian-style gelato made fresh daily, offers flavors such as pistachio and salted caramel, while providing a cozy atmosphere on Emek Refaim and other locations. Katzefet, a longtime favorite on Ben Yehuda Street, attracts visitors due to its creamy offerings and ample outdoor seating, featuring flavors like triple chocolate and the innovative chocolate beigele. Jetlek, influenced by European parlors, offers a more luxurious setting and extravagant ice cream creations like knafeh blends. Tziga specializes in gourmet ice pops, or Tzigonim, with flavors such as pistachio-berry and peanut-butter-and-jelly, drawing enthusiasts from around Israel. Golda, a nationwide chain, also has branches in the city.[32]

## International cuisine

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Alongside traditional Jerusalemite cuisine, an increasing number of restaurants in Jerusalem offer international fare. Notable examples include the Austrian Hospice in the Old City, renowned for serving Austrian specialties like veal schnitzel and apple strudel. In the Jewish Quarter, a Korean restaurant offers Korean dishes such as bibimbap, gimbap, tteokbokki, japchae and kimchi.[11] In the Mahane Yehuda Market, new restaurants have emerged offering a variety of kosher-certified international cuisines, including Georgian, Lebanese, American, South American, and more.[20]

## Events and festivals

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In 1992, the Tower of David museum held an innovative food exhibition named Ta-Arucha, curated by renowned food writer Sherry Ansky.[33] Around 2021, the Tower of David initiated "Eating in Jerusalem", an interdisciplinary historical culinary project which includes a weekly newsletter, stories and recipes shared via WhatsApp, a blog featuring scholarly articles on local ingredients, and in-person food tours in the Old City and Mahane Yehuda Market.[33]

In the 2010s and 2020s, the Jerusalem Food Truck Festival became a prominent summer event. The festival, held during July and August nights, features food trucks where top chefs from esteemed city restaurants prepared dishes. Alongside culinary offerings, the festival also includes shows and light exhibitions.[34][35] Originally held at Ben Hinnom Valley Park, in 2024 the venue was relocated to Armon HaNatsiv park.[36]

## Outside Jerusalem

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In 2021, Shabour, a Parisian restaurant specializing in Jerusalemite cuisine and operated by Jerusalemite chef Assaf Granit, was awarded a Michelin star.[37]

## Gallery

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* Jerusalem bagels, challahs and za'atar pitas sold at the Mahane Yehuda Market

* Maaruk, a date-stuffed bread sold in a food stall at the Old City

* Sufganiyot, jelly-doughnuts eaten in the Jewish holiday of Hannukah, sold in the Jewish Quarter

* Potato-filled bourekas

* Rugelach and other sweet pastries

* Halva of various tastes, including chocolate, rum and raisins, bamba, and coffee beans

* Dry fruits

* Knafeh and awameh sold in the Muslim Quarter

* Knafeh trays being prepared alongside malabi, Mahane Yehuda Market

* Pomegranates, mangos and bananas

* Kosher moussaka served in the Mahane Yehuda marketplace

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Landmarks|

* Armon HaNatziv
* Chords Bridge
* Dome of the Rock
* Gates of the Old City
* Damascus Gate
* Dung Gate
* Golden Gate
* Herod's Gate
* Jaffa Gate (The Architects Tombs at Jaffa Gate)
* Lions' Gate
* New Gate
* Zion Gate
* Knesset
* Montefiore Windmill
* National Library of Israel
* Navon railway station
* Shrine of the Book
* Supreme Court of Israel
* Temple Mount
* Tower of David
* Walls of Jerusalem
* Western Wall

Museums|

* Bible Lands Museum
* Bloomfield Science Museum
* Burnt House
* Chamber of the Holocaust
* Friends of Zion Museum
* Heichal Shlomo
* Herodian Quarter – Wohl Archaeological Museum
* Herzl Museum
* Islamic Museum
* Israel Museum
* Shrine of the Book
* Menachem Begin Heritage Center
* Museum for Islamic Art
* Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem
* Museum of Underground Prisoners
* Museum on the Seam
* North Africa Jewish Heritage Center
* Old Yishuv Courtyard
* Paulus-Haus
* Rockefeller Archeological Museum
* Russian Compound
* Schottenstein campus
* Siebenberg House
* Stern House
* Temple Institute
* Terra Sancta Museum
* Ticho House
* Tower of David
* U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art
* Yad Levi Eshkol
* Yad Vashem

Religious sites|

| Judaism|

* Ades Synagogue
* Ari Synagogue
* Beit El Kabbalist yeshiva
* Belz Great Synagogue
* Four Sephardic Synagogues
* Great Synagogue of Jerusalem
* Hecht Synagogue
* Heichal Shlomo
* Hurva Synagogue
* Ohel Yitzchak Synagogue
* Ohr ha-Chaim Synagogue
* Old Motza Synagogue
* Or Zaruaa Synagogue
* Rabbi Dr. I. Goldstein Synagogue
* Ramban Synagogue
* Temple Mount
* Tiferet Yisrael Synagogue
* Tzuf Dvash Synagogue
* Western Wall‎
* Plaza
* Wilson's Arch
* Zoharei Chama Synagogue

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Christianity|

* Chapel of Simon of Cyrene
* Cathedral of the Annunciation
* Church of the Flagellation
* Church of the Holy Sepulchre
* Deir es-Sultan
* Chapel of Saint Helena
* Church of Saint Anne
* Church of the Holy Family
* Co-Cathedral of the Most Holy Name of Jesus
* Garden Tomb
* Gethsemane
* Church of All Nations
* Monastery of Saint Saviour

* Via Dolorosa

Islam|

* Al-Aqsa Mosque
* Al-Khanqah al-Salahiyya Mosque
* Madrasa Al-Ashrafiyya
* Marwani Mosque
* Mosque of Omar

Archaeological sites|

* Broad Wall
* Cave of Nicanor
* Cave of the Minor Sanhedrin
* Cave of the Ramban
* City of David
* Siloam tunnel
* Ein Lavan
* Israelite Tower
* Jason's Tomb
* Jerusalem Walls National Park
* Ketef Hinnom
* Mamilla Pool
* Old Kathisma
* The Cardo
* Tomb of Absalom
* Tomb of Benei Hezir
* Tombs of the Kings
* Tomb of the Prophets
* Tombs of the Sanhedrin
* Tomb of Zechariah
* Tower of David (northeast tower)
* Western Wall Tunnel
* Zedekiah's Cave

Gates, streets, squares, areas of interest|

* Bukharan Quarter
* Artists' Colony
* Ein Kerem
* Ethiopia Street
* Jaffa Road
* Davidka Square
* Zion Square
* Tzahal Square
* Safra Square
* Old City of Jerusalem
* Jewish Quarter
* Christian Quarter
* Armenian Quarter
* Muslim Quarter
* Muristan
* Nahalat Shiv'a
* Paris Square
* Yemin Moshe
* Zion Square

Parks and gardens|

* Bible Hill
* Garden of the Righteous Among the Nations
* Gazelle Valley
* Independence Park
* Jerusalem Biblical Zoo
* Jerusalem Bird Observatory
* Jerusalem Botanical Gardens
* Jerusalem Trail
* Liberty Bell Park
* Jerusalem Metropolitan Park
* Orson Hyde Memorial Garden
* Sacher Park
* The Nature Park & Galleries
* Teddy Park
* Train Track Park
* Wohl Rose Park
* Yad Kennedy

Sport venues|

* Givat Ram Stadium
* Jerusalem Sports Quarter
* Malha Arena
* Pais Arena
* Teddy Stadium

Hotels|

* American Colony Hotel
* Austrian Pilgrim Hospice to the Holy Family
* David Citadel Hotel
* The Heritage House
* Inbal Jerusalem Hotel
* Jerusalem Gate Hotel
* King David Hotel
* Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
* Mount of Olives Hotel
* Seven Arches Hotel

Cemeteries|

* Har HaMenuchot
* Mamilla Cemetery
* Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
* Mount Herzl
* Garden of the Missing in Action
* Victims of Acts of Terror Memorial
* Sanhedria Cemetery
* Shaare Zedek Cemetery
* Sheikh Badr Cemetery
* Tabachnik Garden

Entertainment and performance arts centers|

* Gerard Behar Center
* International Convention Center
* Jerusalem Cinematheque
* Jerusalem Theatre
* Khan Theatre

Markets and shopping centers|

* Ben Yehuda Street
* Mahane Yehuda Market
* Malha Mall
* Mamilla Mall
* Suq el-Bazaar

Events|

* 1st Jerusalem Biennale
* Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem
* Holy Fire
* Israel Festival
* Jerusalem Day
* Jerusalem Festival of Light
* Jerusalem Film Festival
* Jerusalem Food Truck Festival
* Temple Mount Sifting Project

Culture and cuisine|

* Armenian ceramics
* Placing notes in the Western Wall
* Jerusalem bagel
* Jerusalem mixed grill
* Kubbeh
* Kugel Yerushalmi
* Macaroni Hamin
* Orez Shu'it
* Sofrito

Related|

* Jerusalem syndrome
* Cuisine of Jerusalem
* Tourism in Israel

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List of dishes

History|

* Ancient Israelite cuisine
* Jewish cuisine
* Ashkenazi
* Bukharan
* Ethiopian
* Sephardi
* Mizrahi

Breads|

* Babka
* Challah
* Jachnun
* Krantz cake
* Kubaneh
* Lahoh
* Laffa
* Malawach
* Rye bread
* Bagel
* Pain petri
* Pita
* Pumpernickel bread

Salads|

* Israeli salad
* Moroccan carrots
* Red cabbage salad
* Turkish salad
* Watermelon and feta salad

Dips and condiments|

* Fried Kubbeh
* Amba
* Baba ghanoush
* Bourekas
* Dolma
* Fried cauliflower
* Ful medames
* Harif
* Harissa
* Hummus
* Ikra
* Kibbeh nayyeh
* Matboucha
* Muhammara
* Tatbila
* Yogurt
* Zhoug

Sandwiches|

* Falafel
* Sabich
* Shawarma sandwich
* Tehina and silan sandwich
* Boureka sandwich

Fish|

* Tuna salad
* Tuna salad sandwich
* Tilapia
* Chraime
* Gavroi
* Sardines
* Tunafish
* Barbuniya

Soups|

* Avgolemono
* Chicken soup
* Cholent
* Chamin
* Kubbe
* Yemenite chicken soup
* Yemenite beef soup
* Yemenite bean soup
* Maraq Shu'it lebana
* Maraq Shu'it yerooqa

Meat|

* Shawarma
* Chicken or Turkey schnitzel
* Kofta
* Shish kebab
* Shish taouk
* Jerusalem mixed grill
* Sofrito
* Stuffed peppers

Fried foods|

* Atayef
* Cheese latke
* Cigarim
* Corn schnitzel
* Falafel
* Fried chicken
* Fried eggplant
* Israeli schnitzel
* Keftes de prasa
* Kibbeh
* Latkes
* Zalabia

Pasta|

* Hilopites
* Itriyot
* Kugel
* Lokshen kugel
* Kugel Yerushalmi
* Ptitim

Grains and side dishes|

* Bulgur
* Couscous
* Farro
* Freekeh
* Levivah
* Orez Shu'it
* Rice
* Rice pilaf
* Scorched rice
* Mujadara

Desserts|

* Halva
* Baklava
* Basbousa
* Hadji bada
* Halva ice cream
* Duvshaniot
* Sufganiyot
* Rugelach
* Hamantashen
* Malabi
* Ma'amoul
* Marunchinos
* Tahini cookie

Alcohol|

* Israeli beer
* Israeli wine
* Kosher wine
* Arak
* Tubi 60

Other drinks|

* Mint lemonade
* Rimonana
* Sahlab
* Kafe shahor
* Ayran

Fruits and vegetables|

* Apple
* Artichoke
* Beet
* Cherry tomato
* Cabbage
* Cucumber
* Eggplant
* Garlic
* Horseradish
* Mango
* Onion
* Pomegranate
* Potato
* Radish
* Red cabbage
* Red onion
* Sabra
* Spinach
* Squash blossom
* Tomato

Other ingredients|

* Aleppo pepper
* Parsley
* Dill
* Honey
* Tahini
* Silan
* Dates
* Garbanzo beans
* Cowpea
* Common bean
* Za'atar
* Sumac
* Hawaij
* Olive oil
* Olives
* Oregano
* Baharat
* Raisin
* Sachlav
* Semolina
* Thyme
* Cilantro
* Sesame
* Poppy seed
* Saffron
* Cardamom

Cheeses|

* Bulgarit
* Cottage cheese
* Cream cheese
* Tzfatit
* Gvina levana
* Feta
* Halloumi
* Labneh

Israeli restaurants domestically and abroad|

* List of restaurants in Israel
* Cuisine of Jerusalem
* Bavel
* Taïm
* Zahav

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