We had the most delicious food at Eucalyptus! The chef stopped by to chat, and the entire evening could't have been more delightful. We had dinner outside and there happen to be a wonderful duo in the courtyard, it was wonderful!
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.
TripAdvisor Reviews
Based on 1914 traveler reviewsNew
“Fabulous dinner and chef!”
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“Wonderful Surprise”
This restaurant was recommended to us by a friend. Good call. The food was traditional Mideastern but unique. The chef and owner is Moshe. He came out of the kitchen to make sure we enjoyed our dinner and talk to us. Wonderfully engaging.
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“Truly Excellent Birthday Dinner in a Charming Venue”
The food is first rate and presented beautifully. Servers are extremely helpful, attentive without being intrusive. The restaurant is located in an artists colony which lends itself to some browsing and shopping on the way. Quiet and really easy to enjoy the food and the ambiance.