This is a huge open market with vendors selling everything you can think of. Souvenirs, clothes, fruits, veggies, pastries, breads, drinks, wine, etc! There is music playing, people sitting and enjoying themselves with food and drinks! There are several places to eat and have wine.
Machneyuda
- Price $$$$
- Accessibility
- Chef Restaurant
- For Private Events
- Free Wi-Fi
- Non-kosher
- Outside Seating Area
- Reservation Needed
Machneyuda restaurant is named after the Mahane Yehuda marketplace in which it is located. It is a fairly new place, having opened in 2009, and so far it is booming success, garnering wall-to-wall praises in the media.
The restaurant was established by three well known Jerusalem chefs, Assaf Granit, Yossy Elad and Uri Navon, who joined forces to launch a place that serves joyful, modern Israeli cuisine. The restaurant is designed in a colorful, light fashion, and the menu changes daily in accordance with the marketplace inventory and the chefs’ moods. The kitchen is completely visible, allowing you to see how your food is being made. Fish, seafood and desserts are highly recommended. All the dishes are of the highest quality and not too pricey – around 80 ILS per dish.
Photos courtesy of Ministry of Tourism and Yahav Yaakov
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TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 1518 traveler reviewsNew
“Fun and lively”
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“Some hits no total misses. ”
Although the fattoush was probably the most flavourful salad I have had all the time I've been in Israel I was disappointed by the seafood main course which was purportedly in a crab bisque. The prawns were a mid size but rather tasteless. Mussels were very small in size compared to Australian ones, but...
MoreAlthough the fattoush was probably the most flavourful salad I have had all the time I've been in Israel I was disappointed by the seafood main course which was purportedly in a crab bisque. The prawns were a mid size but rather tasteless. Mussels were very small in size compared to Australian ones, but they were very sweet and tender. Husband ordered the chicken main and it was a generous size. Nice treatment of the bread underneath. We were plenty full after this plus drinks and couldn't contemplate dessert. Man next to me looked shocked when yet another main course came out with the degustation and a bit overwhelmed by the time dessert was placed in front of him. I'd definitely come back, but would order a different main course.
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“Cultivating and energetic experience.. a MUST.. in Jerusalem”
It's is so wonderful to be able to dine and experience a culture. This perfectly describes this Mediterranean restaurant. With an energetic staff filled with zest and friendly energy invites you to enjoy a carefully prepared meal. They sing, dance, serve and most importantly prepare an unforgettable meal. I could not recommend one...
MoreIt's is so wonderful to be able to dine and experience a culture. This perfectly describes this Mediterranean restaurant. With an energetic staff filled with zest and friendly energy invites you to enjoy a carefully prepared meal. They sing, dance, serve and most importantly prepare an unforgettable meal. I could not recommend one dish since they all seamed short of amazing. Make sure you save room for desert although the portions are plentiful. I will not forget the experience and be sure to make reservations.
Less“Love this place!!”
If you have only one meal in Jerusalem eat it at Machenyuda!! The scene is loud and vibrant. The food is amazing and the staff has so much fun. They have a fixed price tasting menu that is out of this world. So much food you can't eat it all....
MoreIf you have only one meal in Jerusalem eat it at Machenyuda!! The scene is loud and vibrant. The food is amazing and the staff has so much fun. They have a fixed price tasting menu that is out of this world. So much food you can't eat it all. Make sure you make a reservation 3-4 weeks in advanced. It's a small restaurant and you must have a reservation.
Less“Amazing food, staff and experience overall! Unforgettable!”
Such an awesome vibe at this place, try get a seat at the counter overlooking the kitchen! Excellent food, amazing chefs and waiters. Make sure to get the crazy dessert experience..!