My friend recommended me this place that grew up here and that was my best meal. I ordered Kube in beats soup and it was excellent. Everything that I saw in that restaurant looked amazing and service was great. I might go again there tomorrow as my last meal in this wonderful city!
- Price $$$$
- Accessibility
- Business Meals
- Free Parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Kosher
- Take Away
Just Like Mom Used to Make
Ima is a family-owned restaurant in the Nahlaot neighborhood that’s been a Jerusalem favorite for over 30 years. Though she’s trained a talented kitchen staff, Miriam Binyamin, the original Mom, is still known to cook at the restaurant even today preparing her signature simple, but tasty Mediterranean and Middle Eastern classics.
What’s on the menu?
At Ima, you’ll find all your Mediterranean and Middle Eastern favorites, including kubeh soup (meat or vegetarian), stuffed vegetables, salads and main courses like the fish of the day, Middle Eastern meatballs, chicken skewers, schnitzel, Jerusalem mix grill and much more.
Lunch is a popular hour at Ima thanks to the generous business lunch deal, but don’t be shy about stopping by for dinner with friends or even a date and pairing your meal with a nice bottle of wine from the restaurant’s choice collection. Ima can also host private events and offers a variety of special menus to suit any occasion.
Additional Information
Ima is certified kosher under the supervision of the Jerusalem Rabbinate.
Photos: Courtesy of Ima and Mushkie Haskelevich
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 210 traveler reviews“Eastern European Jewish home cooking ”
If you like your mama matzoh ball soup, borscht and stuffed peppers, then this is your place. Classic Ashkenazi home cooking, not as spicy as you may expect being in Middle East, but flavorful and satisfying. Plenty of dishes with eggplant, roasted peppers, tomatoes, with oliveo and lemon juice, as well as your classic...
MoreIf you like your mama matzoh ball soup, borscht and stuffed peppers, then this is your place. Classic Ashkenazi home cooking, not as spicy as you may expect being in Middle East, but flavorful and satisfying. Plenty of dishes with eggplant, roasted peppers, tomatoes, with oliveo and lemon juice, as well as your classic kebab.
Less“Excellent Venue”
IMA offers a great variety of offerings to satisfy any appetite. Located in the heart of Jerusalem, they are only minutes from the Knesset and the Old City with easy access. We found the facility charmng with old stone walls and the ability to provide a quiet nook for couples or open venue for...
MoreIMA offers a great variety of offerings to satisfy any appetite. Located in the heart of Jerusalem, they are only minutes from the Knesset and the Old City with easy access. We found the facility charmng with old stone walls and the ability to provide a quiet nook for couples or open venue for groups. The cuisine was typical Middle Eastern/Mediterranean with options for Kosher, Gluten Free and Vegetarian. The chicken schnitzel was superb. We highly recommend a visit. The staff was friendly with attentiveness and concern for our experience.
Less“My Best Meal In Jerusalem”
