A selection of the best kosher restaurants in Jerusalem.

While there are some excellent kosher restaurants around Israel, especially some hidden gems in the North, most of the best kosher restaurant dining experiences are in Jerusalem. Here is a list of my top ten must-try kosher restaurants in Jerusalem. If you want recommendations from around Israel, here is my list of  Top 10 Kosher Restaurants in Israel. Look at my guide to Street Food in the Jerusalem Shuk for cheaper options in Jerusalem.

• Jacko’s Street

It will be no surprise to anybody who knows me personally or follows this blog that Jacko’s Street is one of my favorite restaurants in Israel (not just kosher ones) and will always be on my list of recommendations. It is my go-to place for taking out-of-town guests, and even those who don’t eat kosher are impressed by the creativity of the menu and energetic atmosphere in the restaurant – it epitomizes the expression “fun-dining”. After 9 pm, the music is lively, so if that is not what you are looking for, you can either go early or find somewhere else. More info here.

Jacko’s Street, 74 Agripas Street, 02 581 7178 

• Janjariya 

Janjariya is the meat restaurant at the Ramban Hotel, owned by the Machneyuda Group. The menu changes daily, but some dishes reappear regularly. I recommend freshly baked bread with olive oil and honey dip. Here is a reel with details of more dishes. 

Janjariya, Ramban Hotel, 20 Ramban Street, 02 633 9999 

• Black Iron

Black Iron is a steakhouse bar with a menu focused on Wagyu beef and a few grilled chicken, fish, and vegetable options. The steaks, especially the fillet, entrecote, and rump steak, were juicy and flavorful. I would like to see more vegetable side dishes and a wider variety of sauces to accompany the steaks. However, it is still my favorite steakhouse in Jerusalem (maybe even in Israel). More info here.

Black Iron, 80 Agripas Street, 053 611 2106 

• Super Hamizrach

Super Hamizrach by Jacko’s Son is an Asian restaurant on Derech Bet Lechem in Baka. The owners of Jacko’s Street own it. The restaurant serves a selection of sushi, bao buns, stir-fry, and other Asian meat dishes. I tried about half of the dishes on the menu, and everything was delicious. The service was attentive. More info here.

Super Hamizrach, 34 Derech Bet Lechem, 02 581 7178

• Azia 19

Azia 19 is a Japanese restaurant in Rehavia, Jerusalem, owned by Station 9. The menu features a selection of interesting sushi, Izakaya, and Kushiyaki (Japanese charcoal-grilled) dishes. Most dishes are small and designed for sharing. The Prime Rib is available by weight, either with or without the bone, and usually starts at 650 grams. It is well-aged and full of flavor; I highly recommend it. More info here.

Azia 19, 19 Azza Street, 02 587 7722

• 1868

1868 offers an exciting and diverse menu that combines European charm and Jerusalem’s history. It is a perfect location for visitors looking for a meal in an authentic Jerusalem setting. There is also the option to order from the extensive cocktail menu at Zuta at the back of the restaurant.

Eser by 1868 is a dairy restaurant in the historic Ticho House. The menu features a variety of Mediterranean vegetable and fish dishes. I particularly enjoyed the grilled Caesar salad and seabream fillet with lemon cream and garlic spaghetti. The lemon pie with white chocolate ganache is a delicious dessert.

1868, 10 King David Street, 02 622 2312 

• Rooftop, Mamilla Hotel

For the ultimate “Jerusalem” setting, Rooftop Restaurant on top of the Mamilla Hotel is a must.  The view over the Old City is incomparable, and the menu is always fresh and interesting, with mostly Mediterranean dishes with a Middle Eastern influence. I cannot resist the Entrecote, as it is one of my favorites in Jerusalem, but the  Goose Breast and Catch of the Day are also great dishes. The service is hit-and-miss, but the view and quality of the food make it worthwhile.

Rooftop, Mamilla Hotel, 02 548 2230 

• Hatzot

This popular steakiah (meat grill) has a separate takeaway window and street-side tables. The extensive takeaway menu includes their famous Jerusalem mixed grill and my favorite, succulent pargit, with their secret spice mix. If you are extra hungry or don’t want bread, there is also a selection of salads and main courses in takeaway containers.

Hatzot, 121 Agripas Street, 073-7584204 

• Salon Yevani

The restaurant is at The First Station in Jerusalem, but it feels like you are in an authentic Greek taverna. The menu includes traditional  Greek dairy and fish dishes like crispy halloumi, whipped feta, Greek salad, and more. There is a great vibe, and by the end of the night, the whole restaurant was waving their napkins and dancing along to live Greek music. If you don’t like loud music, go for an early dinner or sit outside. More info here.

Salon Yevani (Mehadrin), The First Station, 4 David Remez Street 

• Andalucia

The Spanish-themed tapas and cocktail bar is beautifully decorated inside and is located in Kikar Hamusica, which has a large outdoor space. The central stage of the square often features live concerts at night, with details featured on the website. Andalucia has an impressive cocktail menu and an exciting bar food menu.

Andalucia, (Mehuderet), Kikar Hamusica, 12 Ma’avar Beit HaKnesset, 02 626 6306 

Other popular and new kosher restaurants in Jerusalem:

•  02 Restaurant is a meat restaurant in the Inbal Jerusalem Hotel. I love the starters but am less keen on the meat main courses.
• Angelica is a high-end meat restaurant.
• Bar 22 is a cocktail bar, hidden behind a secret door off the lounge in the Inbal Jerusalem Hotel. The food menu offers Mediterranean-inspired meat, fish, and vegetable dishes alongside international options.
• Beit Ha’am (The People’s House) is a cafe serving breakfast and an impressive array of fresh pastries. The evening menu features freshly baked pizza, homemade pasta, salads, and fish dishes. The restaurant is run by the owners of Cafe Yehoshua from Rehavia and Pizzeria Flora, and the food is just as delicious.
• David 16 is a beautifully designed restaurant off King David Street, overlooking the picturesque courtyard of The North African Jewish Heritage Center in Jerusalem.  The large restaurant features an outdoor smoking area and a small cigar room at the back. Chef Orel Kimchi of Popina consulted on the menu. The food is good, but I didn’t find it super creative. Perfect for those who want a more traditional meal.
• Nucha Rooftop is a meat restaurant on the roof of the new Hotel Nucha. The bar is managed by the chefs from Angelica, together with Peacock Bar.
• Nura is a meat restaurant in Kiryat Anavim by Chef Shmulik Ben Hamo and the Derech HaGefen/Harim Group.

• Pitmaster (Mehadrin) is a banquet-style smoked meat dinner and show. It includes seven meat dishes and side dishes, prepared and carved in front of diners, with explanations for each.
• The Grill Room is a New York steakhouse in the King David Jerusalem Hotel by the Imperial Group, known for its cocktails.

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