I recommend the Chicken pastille and lamb couscous- they are both excellent. Prices not bad and very good service. The decor makes you feel like you're in Morocco.
- Price $$$$
- Reservation Needed
- Mehadrin
- Accessibility
- Infant Friendly
- Ready-Made Food
The meaning of Authenticity
Darna restaurant is practically a dream come true. In Moroccan Arabic, the word darna means our home, and for those of you who enjoy spicy North African food, Darna is indeed anything a home ought to be. Located in the heart of Jerusalem in a beautiful 200-year-old building by Nahalat Shiva neighborhood, the restaurant offers an authentic kosher lemehadrin Moroccan cuisine. Since its opening, the restaurant staff has been committed to preserving the Moroccan culture of hospitality while focusing on culinary excellence. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you will begin a journey in time, space and delicious tastes. You will immediately be drawn to the old craft of ancient tribes that conquered Morocco and had fallen for her culinary magic.
What’s on the Menu?
The recommended dishes at the restaurant include unique fish pastilla, a variety of couscous dishes with meat or vegetables, traditional tagine dishes and sweet Moroccan fruit desserts.
Private events
Darna restaurant accommodates private events of up to 200 guests during summer and 168 guests during winter. This is the perfect place for festive meals, milestone celebrations, hennas, weddings and bar/bat mitzvahs. Those interested in celebrating outside the restaurant can take advantage of Darna’s professional and experienced catering service anywhere in Israel.
The secret wine cellar
One of Darna’s most exciting treasures is its wine cellar. Hidden behind a secret door is a fairytale wine cellar packed with the best boutique wines from the finest kosher wineries in Israel. Right next to the cellar is a magical arched hall used as a wine-tasting room where guests are welcome to enjoy the restaurant’s best dishes accompanied by quality wine from Darna’s boutique collection.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 272 traveler reviews“A different experience for a special night out”
First off, this restaurant has a Mehuderet hechsher, which for a person who tries to only eat Mehadrin hechshers, means that it is a good idea to speak directly with the mashgiach to clarify the overall kashrut standard. After speaking with the mashgiach, my particular standards were satisfied, although he did tell me the...
MoreFirst off, this restaurant has a Mehuderet hechsher, which for a person who tries to only eat Mehadrin hechshers, means that it is a good idea to speak directly with the mashgiach to clarify the overall kashrut standard. After speaking with the mashgiach, my particular standards were satisfied, although he did tell me the hashgacha of the meat can change from day to day. The food is different than most other Israeli restaurants I have been to, which already is a nice start. It is not inexpensive, but for a special night out, it is also not crazy. I would say the food is pretty tasty overall, but the main attraction for this restaurant is clearly its presentation as well as the extremely personal and attentive customer service. The restaurant is situated in an old Arab style building and the decor is authentically Moroccan. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted very warmly by the hostess and the owner himself took our order and essentially dictated to us (politely) what we were to order. He promised we would be satisfied with his suggestions and we were. Towards the end of the meal, the owner came and sat with us for a few minutes which added to the already spectacular display of caring for their customers. I would happily return for other special occasions.
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Darna is authentic Moroccan and it especially caters to large groups and or family celebrations. The location is convenient and only a short walk from downtown. The decor is fun and inviting. The restaurant is very spacious and the service is favorable. All groups sent on our behalf were always satisfied. The menu is diverse...
MoreDarna is authentic Moroccan and it especially caters to large groups and or family celebrations. The location is convenient and only a short walk from downtown. The decor is fun and inviting. The restaurant is very spacious and the service is favorable. All groups sent on our behalf were always satisfied. The menu is diverse and the food flavored with Moroccan spices. The restaurant is Glatt Kosher for those whom are observant. Regardless I would dine at the restaurant as we send groups from all walks of life. Enjoy a Moroccan feast the next time you visit Jerusalem.
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