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Tmol Shilshom

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5 Yoel Moshe Salomon St, Jerusalem
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- Price $$$$

Bookstore, coffee house and restaurant, Tmol Shilshom has been an integral part of the Jerusalem landscape for the past 15 years. At least twice a week, the hosts sessions with top Israeli writers, who read and chat about their stories and poems.

What makes it unique is the blend of people who regard it as their favorite spot from the gay community to religious Jews, locals and tourists. A new menu was recently launched by chefs Mazzen Shweicky and Yaron Winkler offering a combination of French and oriental dishes.

The most recommended meals include the salmon filet, the eggplant, cheese and spinach lasagna and the homemade creme brule.

Photo: Ivan Tichenko

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“Hipsterish vegan libary, quite on the price”

Reviewed on November 22, 2021By soehailLondon, United Kingdom

The location is little problematic (the cafe is located not via maps) but the food is really tasty and thery have many vegan options. i took Shashsuka which was really nice, and they had some vegan options which was great! The eggplant and the wine is good and the cafe is quite hipsterish (also...

The location is little problematic (the cafe is located not via maps) but the food is really tasty and thery have many vegan options. i took Shashsuka which was really nice, and they had some vegan options which was great! The eggplant and the wine is good and the cafe is quite hipsterish (also many people eating there alone and are on laptops) which is good. With 100 EUR/2 persons for a simple meal its quite on the price tbh, but Ok.

“Enjoyable Evening”

Reviewed on November 15, 2021By Nomad43509484153Jerusalem, Israel

Took the “kids” for a night out. We had good food, very friendly service and a great atmosphere. Mixed crowd. Great location. Will be back.

“Eat Italian at a library”

Reviewed on October 29, 2021By lior rBeersheba, Israel

My wife opted for this cafe for lunch, we had some problem finding the entrance because the cafe is situated at the second floor with entree from a staircase in the back. You can opt to seat in a terrace or inside beside long shelves with books. The service was fast, there is a new menu....

My wife opted for this cafe for lunch, we had some problem finding the entrance because the cafe is situated at the second floor with entree from a staircase in the back. You can opt to seat in a terrace or inside beside long shelves with books. The service was fast, there is a new menu. We ordered sweet potato ravioli and Spinach Caplet. The portions came with a very tasty sauce with a twist of spicy hot, but not too much. The food was very good, young atmosphere and the owner was there asking clients for cements about the food in the new menu.

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