If you go to Israel, you'd be wise to check out these Hummus places. Forget religion, the conflict, nationhood, the occupied territories, this is the essence of Israeliness.
Abu Hassan – Ali Caravan – Jaffa
What they say:
“The best hummus I have ever eaten!! Highly recommended!! A small stand in Jaffa where people get through hundreds of plates of hummus a day. People sit on the floor by the stand, just to eat this amazing hummus!!”
1 Hadolphin Street, Jaffa
14 Shivtei Yisrael Street, JaffaSa’id – Akko
What they say:
“Maybe it’s better not to eat it because, after this hummus, you can’t eat any other hummus” – Yossi Jimmy. “This isn’t hummus, it’s refined poetry. True gourmet.”
Old City Market, Akko
Hummus Ashkara - Tel Aviv
What they say:
“Amazing complete hummus. The tastiest in Israel. A rough and aggressive texture with a pleasant flavor. Special ambiance with funny and crazy waiters. Try at least once.”
45 Yirmiyahu Street, Tel Aviv
Missedet HaKfar – Abu Shukri – Abu Ghosh
What they say:
“The best hummus there is in Israel, and this is someone whose belly is full of hummus!!!” – Michael. “Excellent hummus, definitely the best in Israel!!! Right in Abu Ghosh (and not between restaurants where everyone goes), a tiny place with great people!!!”
The center of the village, Abu Ghosh
Roni Ful – Tel Aviv
What they say:
“Rare flavor and excellent service. Order the meshulash (triple) – hummus, ful and an egg. The falafel, pita bread and pickles are on the house."
22 Eilat Street, Tel Aviv
Hummus Asli – Tel Aviv
What they say:
“Tasty, clean, fresh. The only down side is the noise (right next to a busy intersection).”
338 Dizengoff Street, Tel Aviv
Pinati – Jerusalem
What they say:
“Precise and balanced recipe of hummus and tehina, olive oil and grains. The dish lands on your table within seconds, with spicy felafel, pickles and pita bread. Precise service.”
13 King George Street, Jerusalem
66 Kanfei Nesharim Street, Jerusalem
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