Abu Hassan Hummus
עלי קרוואן – אבו חסן
A legendary hummus institution in Jaffa, serving only a few bean-based dishes, consistently rated as one of the best hummus spots in Israel.
Founder Ali Karavan started by selling hummus from a cart in Ajami before opening this shop on Dolphin Street in the early 1970s. There is no printed menu; they only serve hummus, masabacha (warm whole chickpeas in tahini), ful (fava bean stew), and labneh. The signature order is the "Triple," which combines three dishes in one bowl. It is served with pita bread, raw onions, and a lemon-chili sauce. It opens at 8:00 and closes when sold out, often before 14:00 or 15:00. Lines are long at lunchtime, so arriving early is recommended. Seating is mostly communal, and the portions are generous—one plate with pita is often enough for two. Average cost is about 30–45 ILS. There are two other branches located on Shivtei Israel Street.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00 until sold out (usually before 14:00–15:00)
Nearby sights
- Old Jaffa
- Jaffa Port
- St. Peter's Church, Jaffa
- Jaffa Flea Market
- Jaffa Clock Tower
- HaTachana (Old Jaffa Railway Station)
- Suzanne Dellal Centre for Dance and Theatre
- Neve Tzedek