One of the best restaurants I know. The food is delicious, and the Jerusalem atmosphere is great. I recommend the tasting menus all of the dishes were amazing. The chef goes around and talks with diners witch upgrades the experience.
Eucalyptus
- Price $$$$
- For Private Events
- Non-kosher
- Reservation Needed
Located in the city’s artist colony (Hutzot Hayotzer), a 2-3 minute walk from Jaffa Gate, is a very memorable and unique restaurant. The Eucalyptus restaurant, run by Chef Moshe Basson, serves modern interpretations of biblical cuisine. Basson’s passion for biblical culture drove him to research recipes that had been neglected and nearly forgotten for centuries, and then to go on to re-invent them.
Every dish has its origins in biblical scenes such as Jacob and Esau’s lentil stew and all the spices and herbs used are grown in the surrounding hills of Jerusalem and Judea. The seven species feature heavily as well as other traditional ingredients.
The Eucalyptus is set in an ancient stone building with a huge scenic balcony, where one can enjoy the crimson sunset as it hits the walls of the Old City every evening. The combination of cuisine, passion and location make this restaurant a special place to experience Jerusalem’s heritage.
Restaurant Accessibility
- The restaurant is not accessible for those with a mobility handicap
- The restaurant does not have handicapped restrooms
- The restaurant is in a historically preserved building and this is the reason for the lack of accessibility
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 2059 traveler reviewsNew
“great restaurants”
“Great ambience, very good food, lovely staff”
we went with another couple and were wowed by the location. The service was excellent; the chef came to help us order--and comped us a delicious dish that we hadn't ordered, because "it was his favorite." The food was very good, although a bit less creative than we'd expected. We would definitely return.
“Great Restaurant”
We had an amazing meal at the Eucalyptus Restaurant. We sat outdoors in the charming artist colony area. Every item we ordered was delicious. The Executive Chef, Moshe Basson, came to our able twice during the meal just to check and see how we were doing. My only regret is that I...
MoreWe had an amazing meal at the Eucalyptus Restaurant. We sat outdoors in the charming artist colony area. Every item we ordered was delicious. The Executive Chef, Moshe Basson, came to our able twice during the meal just to check and see how we were doing. My only regret is that I can't recall the name wonderful young woman who waited on us. She recommended a number of dishes to us and they were all excellent. This restaurant has made the "must go again" list for our next trip to Israel.
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