We went there for lunch with 2 elderly people. Food was just O.K., some dishes were missing, the service was a bit lousy. On the whole - when accompanied by elderly ppeople who have walking difficulties, it could be a fine solution, as the place is easily accessible with no steps tec.
Dolphin Yam
- Price $$$$
- See Menu
- For Private Events
- Non-kosher
- Open on Saturday
- Outside Seating Area
- Business Meals
- Chef Restaurant
- Smoking Area
About Dolphin Yam
One of the most popular fish and sea food restaurants in Jerusalem, Dolphin Yam (translated as Sea Dolphin) attracts locals, Israelis that come especially from the rest of the country and tourists. The restaurant has been mainstay in the city for over 45 years in large part thanks to its the professional chefs, great customer service, affordable prices and outstanding cuisine.
Cuisine & Menu
The restaurant may be most famous for its fresh fish and superlative seafood but its other specialties include an extensive selection of meat, pasta, vegetarian dishes and kids meals. The menu combines local flavors and uses carefully selected fresh and seasonal ingredients.
If you go to dinner or lunch hungry (we recommend it, actually), getting the generous seafood (250 NIS) or meat (270 NIS) platter for 2 is definitely a must. The seafood platter is a smorgasbord of calamari, shrimps, 2 types of crab, scallops and mussels, and with the meat platter you get rib-eye skewers, lamb chops, beef fillet medallions and 4 Middle Eastern lamb kebabs with the option to add some foie gras for just 25 NIS.
And if you’re dining party is more than 2 people, don’t worry. You can add an additional portion to your platter starting at 125 NIS per diner.
Location & Events
Dolphin Yam is set in a preserved Jerusalem building on Ben Shetach Street in downtown Jerusalem and maintains an authentic local atmosphere.
The restaurant has a gallery floor that can hold up to 65 diners and is perfect for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, business meals, and other events.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 533 traveler reviewsNew
“quite O.K.”
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“Pleasant seafood dinner outdoors”
Dolphin Yam provided us with a pleasant sidewalk dining experience. Service was prompt, and our waiter was courteous, although not personable. I had grlked salmon, which was outstanding, although my wife ordered lamb chops that turned out to be tough. She was offered an alternative entree or a credit, which is...
MoreDolphin Yam provided us with a pleasant sidewalk dining experience. Service was prompt, and our waiter was courteous, although not personable. I had grlked salmon, which was outstanding, although my wife ordered lamb chops that turned out to be tough. She was offered an alternative entree or a credit, which is a reasonable expectation at amy decent restaurant. The meal was accompanied by a generous offering of side dishes with various salads, tahini, etc.
Less“BEST eating experience in Jerusalem”
We went here because it was opened on Friday night and it served seafood. It turned out to be the our BEST eating experience in Jerusalem. The appetizer was octopus cooked to perfection. The fresh fish variety was amazing. My wife and I shared a large seabass for entree that was succulent. Great wine...
MoreWe went here because it was opened on Friday night and it served seafood. It turned out to be the our BEST eating experience in Jerusalem. The appetizer was octopus cooked to perfection. The fresh fish variety was amazing. My wife and I shared a large seabass for entree that was succulent. Great wine menu - we had a Tulip that was better then good for the money. Our waiter Run Cohen was a real professional, extremely knowledgeable. An aspiring actor who my wife fell in live with. Dolphin Yam is not to be missed if you love wonderful seafood
Less“Amazing Seafood”
The concierge at the Inbal recommended this restaurant, which is located a short distance from the Mamilla Mall. The meze they bring before the meal was really enjoyable, as was the whole fish we shared.
“Good choice out of many in the area”
Hard pressed serving staff were valiantly dealing with a really packed restaurant. They had lost our reservation but fairly quickly sorted our requirements. Excellent fresh fish and slightly overpriced wines.