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Top food to try in Jerusalem

6 dishes to eat in Jerusalem, what is in them, and where they belong.

Last updated 2026-08-09

1. Hummus in the Old City

Hummus in the Old City
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Long-established places in the Muslim Quarter, busiest at lunch.

2. Jerusalem mixed grill

Jerusalem mixed grill
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Chicken hearts, liver and meat grilled with onion and spices, invented at Machane Yehuda.

3. Knafeh

Knafeh
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Shredded pastry over melted cheese in syrup, served hot by the slice.

4. Ka'ak bread rings

Ka'ak bread rings
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Sesame-crusted bread sold from carts with za'atar, an Old City fixture.

5. Rugelach

Rugelach
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Chocolate-filled pastries from the Jewish bakeries at Machane Yehuda, warm from the oven.

6. Meze in the Christian Quarter

Meze in the Christian Quarter
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Long spreads of small plates in the restored courtyards.

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