Rooftop Restaurant at Mamilla Hotel
Rooftop
A kosher meat restaurant on the 8th floor of the Mamilla Hotel, overlooking the Old City walls and known for its sunset views and clay-oven baked goods.
Located on the 8th floor of the Mamilla Hotel (11 King Solomon Street, accessed through the hotel), directly facing the Old City walls, offering the best views at sunset. It specializes in contemporary Israeli cuisine, blending international flavors with seasonal local ingredients. Certified kosher by the Jerusalem Rabbinate, the menu focuses on meat and fish, with breads and pastries freshly baked in the in-house clay oven. Reviews frequently mention the lamb pide, tuna sashimi, and beef fillet. There is often a DJ and live music on Monday nights, and a cold menu complying with Shabbat rules is offered on weekends. Average spend is around USD 80–130 (including alcohol). It is often fully booked during holiday seasons, so reserving in advance via Ontopo or by phone is recommended.
Opening hours
Sun–Thu 18:00–23:00; Fri–Sat 13:00–21:00 (Shabbat cold menu, subject to the hotel's official website)
Nearby sights
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Jaffa Gate & Ramparts Walk
- Tower of David Museum
- Armenian Quarter & Cathedral of St. James
- Yemin Moshe & Montefiore Windmill
- Ben Yehuda Street
- Damascus Gate
- Abbey of the Dormition