Armenian Tavern
Հայկական պանդոկ
A medieval vaulted cellar restaurant near Jaffa Gate, opened in 1994, serving home-style flavors of the Old City's Armenian Quarter.
Located at 79 Armenian Patriarchate Road in the Old City, about a 1-minute walk from Jaffa Gate, this tavern opened in 1994. Set in a semi-underground medieval vaulted hall decorated with historical artifacts, the atmosphere is its main draw. Recommended dishes include stuffed grape leaves, lahmajun, and basturma (cured beef), or you can order a platter to sample a variety. Reviews are mixed: some praise the generous portions and reasonable prices, while others feel it leans towards tourist tastes. Non-kosher, usually open on Saturdays. Some reviews note they do not accept credit cards, so bringing cash is advised. Average spend is around USD 25–45.
Opening hours
Open daily from noon, closed Sundays (subject to change by the venue)
Nearby sights
- Armenian Quarter & Cathedral of St. James
- Tower of David Museum
- Jaffa Gate & Ramparts Walk
- Abbey of the Dormition
- Jewish Quarter & Cardo
- Cenacle & King David's Tomb
- Via Dolorosa
- Western Wall