As Pesach approaches, people are usually focused on where they will be able to eat over Pesach. I normally write a post about places I recommend, but when I sat down to write it this year, I realized that not only was my list pretty much the same as last year (click here for Pesach 2017) but also with a full week of Chol Hamoed, most places are actually going to be open this year so there is more choice than ever.
The only problem that leaves is where can to eat hametz on Thursday night! If you are uber organized like me, then you have booked a table at one of the few nice dairy restaurants that will be closed for Pesach like Anna, or at Cafe de Paris which is closing for good on Thursday.
If however, you have not yet booked something, here is a guide to places that will be open into the night on Thursday, for people to get their last fix of bread!
- Ishtabach
Shamburak, the Kurdish Syrian pastry filled with meat and vegetables, baked in a stone oven and served with various homemade sauces and salads. Fillings include Asian chicken (NIS 41), asado (NIS 45) and tongue (NIS 54) and there is also a vegetarian option and some salads on the menu.
Ishtabach (Mehadrin), 1 HaShikma Street, 02 623 2997 – English menu.
- Hatch
What could be a better way to start Pesach than with a gourmet hot dog and craft beer? They have even created a special dish called “What Hillel Made”.
Hatch (Mehadrin), 28 HaEgoz Street, 02 679 6222.
- Jachnun Bar
Whether you get a Shakshukalawach, Pizzalawach, chocolate filled Malawach or something else, Jachnun is the ultimate hametz indulgence.
Jachnun Bar (Kosher), 30 HaEgoz Street, 02 566 1919.
- Pizzeria Flora
Delicious authentic Italian pizza with a crispy base, doughy crust and high-quality ingredients. Toppings include fresh mozzarella, Italian tomato sauce, rocket/arugula, parmesan, artichoke, egg and zucchini and prices start from NIS 44. They also serve a great Blue Cheese Salad (NIS 33) with a tangy citrus vinaigrette.
Pizzeria Flora (Dairy – No Hechsher), 2 HaDekel Street, 02 622 2216.
- Falafel Mullah
Everyone has their favorite falafel place, but my favorite is Falafel Mullah. As soon as you approach the stall, the friendly staff offer a fresh falafel to taste and if you just want a snack, there is always the option for half a pita. The falafel is Gluten Free but the bread isn’t. Falafel in pita is NIS 15 and in laffa is NIS 18.
Falafel Mullah (Kosher), 82 Agripas Street (corner of Beit Yaacov), 052 843 6476.
Pepito’s will also be open Thursday night with arepas and Latin American sandwiches.
Random Other Pesach News
- Pasta Basta will be opening for Pesach for the first time, with gluten-free, Pesach pasta – with kitniyot. They will be closed all of Thursday and Friday.
- Scala restaurant in The David Citadel Hotel is Mehadrin for Pesach – full review here.
- Yonita Cafe in Nahalat Binyamin will be kosher for Pesach
- If you are in Eilat for Pesach you have to go to 5th Avenue by Chef Aviv Moshe which serves delicious food and has a very cool vibe with a live DJ after 11pm. Karibu by Tel Aviv’s David Ve Yossef in the Queen of Sheba hotel has opened in place of Chicago. Both are kosher for Pesach with kitniyot.
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