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 206 traveler reviews“My Best Meal In Jerusalem”
“Amazing dinner”
The restaurant is located a little far away form the market area, 15 minuts walking, but you have to go there for dinner. We ate a fantastic marinated meat with vegetables and a very good chicken. Hummus also is really good. The restaurant is very big, so there is the possibility to find a...
MoreThe restaurant is located a little far away form the market area, 15 minuts walking, but you have to go there for dinner. We ate a fantastic marinated meat with vegetables and a very good chicken. Hummus also is really good. The restaurant is very big, so there is the possibility to find a table also without booking it before (really rare in Jerusalem). The staff is really amazing, very kind and nice! I loved it!
Less“Simple place, home made food, nice service”
Homely atmosphere, tasty food. I took a 'Sour Kube soup' which I really liked. Also the meatballs were fine. The waitresses were really helpful. The price is high but not above the Israeli standard.