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Scala RestaurantvsAbu Shukri
Both restaurants are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Abu Shukri scores significantly better than Scala - Chef kitchen & bar. Abu Shukri comes in at #2 in Jerusalem with recommendations from 5 reviews such as Concierge, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Scala Restaurant
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Frommer's
7 King David Street, Jerusalem 94101, Israel
From $11/night
Concierge "At Scala, Yerushalmi serves kosher (i.e., dairy-free) versions of the pan-Mediterranean cuisine he mastered at Catit, such as beef short-rib casserole with chestnut tortellini."
Fodor's "Dark wood, atmospheric lighting, and jazzy background music enhance the sophisticated feel of this restaurant in the David Citadel Hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Mouthwatering original recipes are served in an informal yet elegant setting at the Scala."
Frommer's "The main courses are exquisitely presented and strong on intricate taste constructions, such as pan-seared sea fish fillets on roasted eggplant with za’atar (Arabic spices)." Full review
Abu Shukri Concierge Frommer's
Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness Fodor's
National Geographic Lonely Planet Frommer's
Al wad st., jerusalem, Next to the 6 th station of via dolarosa, Jerusalem, Israel
From $5/night
Concierge "Perfect for families and large groups, this favorite spot for traditional Palestinian food specializes in hummus, falafel, salads, and grilled meats."
Frommer's "This restaurant, one of the best and most affordable in Jerusalem, can be found where the Via Dolorosa and Al Wad Road meet." Full review
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Try your hummus with whole chickpeas in olive oil, or with brown beans (called fool) or roasted pine nuts (my favorite), and be sure to ask for the pita bread to be served hot (included in the price).
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"After the best hummus in the Old City? This local favourite gets our vote." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This small, simple restaurant, on the main street leading from Damascus Gate into the Muslim Quarter, is renowned for its plates of houmous, topped with whole chickpeas and freshly chopped parsley."
DK Eyewitness "About 10 km (6 miles) west of Jerusalem (along the highway to Tel Aviv) in Abu Ghosh, near the top of the hill, this lively, informal restaurant is renowned for its houmous."
Fodor's "In the heart of the Old City, this place has some of the best hummus in town, served fast to locals crammed around rickety tables under flourescent lights." Full review
National Geographic "Best-known Old City hummus, popular with Palestinians, Israelis, and visitors. Lunch only. Cash. Muslim Quarter, 63 Al Wad Road; tel. 972 (0) 2 627 1538." Full review
Lonely Planet "Anchoring the southern end of First Station's restaurant row, this imitator of the Old City original does a close approximation in terms of the quality of the food." Full review
Frommer's "Decor is nonexistent...but the hummus is heavenly. It’s served plain or with your choice of a dab of fool (brown beans), whole white garbanzo beans, or roasted pine nuts (a gourmet extra)." Full review
