Old Jerusalem

Although the Old Jerusalem Restaurant was born in 1976, the United States Bicentennial year, the authenticity of our Middle Eastern cuisine dates back over 5,000 years to the days of Abraham!
All of our chefs are experts in preparing the finest Middle Eastern dishes, which people enjoy in such Biblical cities as Jerusalem and Beirut.
All of our foods are prepared from fresh meats and vegetables...

It's B.Y.O.B., and a corkage fee of $1 per person.

"Really basic, but well-made" Middle Eastern chow is "always a value" at this "reasonably priced" Old Town longtimer tended by "friendly" staffers; just "don't look up from your plate" because the "harsh lighting" "doesn't make your date look too good" warn diners who prefer outdoor seating or getting takeout.

Old Jerusalem is the kind of place people like to return to again and again, and much of the reason is that its Middle Eastern fare is so cheap. For starters, try the baba ghanouj, good for scooping with warm pita. Falafel, shwarma (slices of roast lamb and beef served gyros-style) and grape leaves stuffed with rice, spices and vegetables on Lebanese bread are old standbys that are done well....

In Short
Though a bit of an oddball along this trendy strip, Old Jerusalem is a welcome oasis for vegetarians and those looking for a less expensive dining option. The Middle Eastern menu...

Although the Old Jerusalem Restaurant was born in 1976, the United States Bicentennial year, the authenticity of our Middle Eastern cuisine dates back over 5,000 years to the days of Abraham! All of our chefs are experts in preparing the finest Middle Eastern dishes, which people enjoy in such Biblical cities as Jerusalem and Beirut. All of our foods are prepared from fresh meats and vegetables...