Israel is perfect blend between east and west, between traditional way of life and Western modern civilization, and having found the best hummus in Tel Aviv will help you feel like it. In general, hummus is a symbol of the Middle East but each country, region and population makes it differently, and every small difference of the preparation process can be crucial and generally have a huge impact on the taste. Looking through the EatinTLV website you may find the best and most detailed recommendations regarding the various hummus places in Tel Aviv, so you’ll always know your way in the city in this regard.
The Most Important Factors of Best Hummus in Tel Aviv
In order to enjoy the best offering of hummus in Tel-Aviv, one must take in account the most important factors to this delicacy:
- Quality chickpeas – every Hummus joint use their own secret chickpea brand
- Tahini amount – the density of the hummus is determined by the percentage of tahini in the mix
- Side dishes – the hummus is never complete without a fresh and warm pitta, salads, boiled egg and other surprising additions.
- Hummus style – there a few, the Galilee style (Mashawsha) the Arab style, and Israeli style
Where to Eat Hummus?
Hummus is the “food of the people” in Israel, so you should look for the best hummus in Tel Aviv where the people are. For instance, Jaffa offers many options for having the best hummus ever for reasonable prices. But generally, you may find great places all around, but the price may differ due to the location and overall luxury of the place. Yes, you may find really impressing restaurants specializing in hummus, alongside with street food styled stalls and tiny places, so it’s up to you.
Recommended places to eat the best hummus in Tel aviv
Abu Hassan
Abu Hassan is perhaps serving the best Mesabaha in the city, located in 3 different locations in Jaffa, this Hummus will make you go WOW, this is just too good. The hummus is of the Arab Mesabaha (light hummus mixed with tahini) genre.
The Syrian son
The Syrian son is Located at the carmel market, this hummus is everything you can ask for in a plate, its light and airy from one side and will fill you up on the other side, in away you’ll want to take a nap afterwards, delicious. Take the version with the fava beans and egg, it’s a masterpiece.
Hummus Abu Adham
Abu Adham is one of the most appreciated Hummus joints in Tel-aviv, located on Carlebach street it serves Hummus of the Galilee kind with lots of chickpeas, olive oil and Tahini.
Hummus Magen David
Hummus Magen David is a quality Hummus right on the main street of the Carmel market. It serves quality hummus, nothing more, no extra additions. this hummus is perhaps the cheapest in the city with a price tag of 13 nis (about $3.5).