This is a wonderful Italian restaurant in Jerusalem the staff are amazing the food excellent choice as well as mehadrin kosher as well as vegetarian option well worth a visit
- Price $$$$
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- Accessibility
- Business Meals
- Free Wi-Fi
- Infant Friendly
- Kosher
- Outside Seating Area
- Reservation Needed
About Piccolino
In just a short time, Piccolino has become one of the most popular restaurants in the city thanks to an unmistakably charming atmosphere and a consistently crowd-pleasing menu by chef Moshe Avdiel.
Endless charm
Located in the historical downtown Jerusalem neighborhood of Nahalat Shiva, the renovated space is the perfect representation of the city — Jerusalem stone walls all around, a charming terrace seating area, live music every day, a friendly staff and much more.
“When we opened Piccolino, we envisioned a warm, accommodating, Jerusalem-style atmosphere, with excellent, joyful service for all guests,” owner Nava Bibi says
The menu
The menu at Piccolino combines Italian simplicity with uncompromising quality. Chef Moshe Avdiel insists on using only the freshest ingredients. The restaurant emits mouthwatering aromas of fresh Italian baked goods, prepared on-site, as if to hint at the building’s original function as the neighborhood bakery.
When you visit, don’t miss Piccolino’s special white pizza, prepared with mozzarella cheese and without tomato sauce; arancini – risotto balls with mushrooms and mascarpone cheese, covered in bread crumbs; special, delicious soups, particularly the artichoke soup or barramundi fish cooked in fish stock, saffron, orange juice, garlic and capers.
The desserts are the sweetest indulgence than you can imagine. Try the enormous platter with an endless selection of sweet surprises – Little Switzerland, Chocolate Trio, Tiramisu and much more.
Daily Concerts at Piccolino
The daily live music is especially enjoyable, with light classical music over lunch from 12:00 to 2:00 pm, and a lively array of genres in the evenings from 8:00 to 10:00 pm, ranging from Jewish ethnic and Israeli music to pop, jazz and folk.
Events at Piccolino
Piccolino hosts birthday parties, bar/bat mitzvah celebrations, bris ceremonies, and unique company events ranging in size from 35 to 120 people. Important meetings can be held in the courtyard or in one of our private rooms.
Additional Information
Piccolino is certified Mehadrin kosher.
Moshe Avdiel, Our Chef
Known far and wide for his creative fish recipes, the talented Moshe Avdiel is a rising star on the dining scene.
Piccolino invites you to come enjoy an indulgent meal prepared by our chef, including a variety of fish as you’ve never tasted before!
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 785 traveler reviews“A hidden ”
If we hadn't been recommended this restaurant by friends who live in Jerusalem, we wouldn't have known it was there, even though we'd been along the street before. Once through the door, we entered a large covered space where several restaurants have seating and thete was a pianist, followed later by...
MoreIf we hadn't been recommended this restaurant by friends who live in Jerusalem, we wouldn't have known it was there, even though we'd been along the street before. Once through the door, we entered a large covered space where several restaurants have seating and thete was a pianist, followed later by a keyboard player. The staff were helpful and the food was good. I like to try the local beer when I'm away from home and it was disappointing that, like some other Israeli restaurants we've visited, there were no local beers on the menu.
Less“Holiday”
“Family dinner ”
Very nice dairy menu with beautiful outdoor seating with music in the evenings. Pasta, fish and pizza their specialties. Very accommodating.