Restaurants in The West Bank & Gaza Strip
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Roots Restaurant
By far the most expensive up-scale restaurant in Gaza, Roots is where important people dine on steak au poivre and chicken cordon bleu, though, since alcohol isn't served, there's no washing it down with a good vintage of anything other than Coke. Owner Basil Eleiwa and partners sunk US$1.1 million into the place, which has a nice outdoor area for evening dining, and incorporates the Green Terrace Café, serving sandwiches, mezze and light lunches all day long in less formal surroundings.
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Dar Jdoudnah
Down the ramp from Manger Sq and to the left find a wide open bar in this old, stone textile factory and olive oil press. Have a meal or cappuccino with a slice of creamy layaly lubnan (a crustless pudding made from milk, semolina and cream with a touch of rose water). Keys on the wall symbolise the Palestinian return home, in keeping with the name of this place: our grandparents' house.
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La Terrasse
Beauty and politics merge in the panoramic view from La Terrasse of Bethlehem and the Jewish settlement of Har Homa. Find a stepped-up Mediterranean-Mexican menu, comfy-chic ambience, a variety of wines and an international clientele. Alfredo comes with mushrooms, unless you decline. The creamy, crunchy almond soup is divine.
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Abu Shanab
Succulent lamb chops and traditionally butchered shish kebab are said to turn vegetarians around, but there's plenty of meatless mezze. The kofta (mincemeat and spices grilled on a skewer) is not overly seasoned (nothing to hide!). Moustachioed brothers (hence the name) give special attention to out-of-towners.
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Al Salam Restaurant
Many locals swear that this is the place for fish and seafood. However, with restrictions sometimes imposed on fishermen, fish dishes may also be suspended temporarily from the menu. In that case, opt for one of the grilled chicken dishes, which are extremely tasty, too.
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Al-Kala'a/Citadel
This ancient gem of a schoolhouse is host to Westerners and natives with an appetite for both Palestinian and, surprisingly good, Chinese cooking. Fabulous out on the patio or inside with an olive-wood scale model of old Jerusalem.
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Qaabar
Get to the sweet, old city of Beit Jala and ask for barbeque. Everyone knows Qaabar for the charcoal-grilled chicken and its fabulous aïoli - a habit-forming garlic mayonnaise (eggless). Use your fingers.
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Abu Eli
Stuffed pigeon, anyone? One of the star establishments for Middle Eastern salads and grilled meat, Abu Eli now relies on deals with tour operators due to being shunted off by the wall.
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Delice Café
Catering to Gazans' taste for sweet stuff, this patisserie is always busy and it's a great place to stop for a quick pastry or two and a strong cup of black coffee.
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Al-Baidar
Covered cloisters in this exquisitely restored mansion are worth a stop, even for the special lemonade or a glass of beer. No baklava here. Apple pie, yes.
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Shepherd's Valley Tourist Village
A habitual stop after Shepherds' Field, the attraction is the environment as much as the local food. It's a huge Bedouin tent. Occasional folkloric dance.
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Efteem
Two shops on the down-ramp off the square serve felafel, but the second one down is so cherished, restaurateurs from Haifa come in to buy the mix.
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