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Mahane Yehuda Market
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4.5
1,454 reviews
Excellent
1,069
Very good
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Average
60
Poor
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Terrible
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Lucie M
7 contributions
Couples
We were accomodated right next to the market & it was great idea. Every day we stopped by to have breakfast, dinner or just a quick snack.
I really recommend just to go and get lost in the alleys. Try everything you can from the local specialities. And definitely come back in the night, it has different vibe, bars open and music start to play & people dance.
We discussed with locals the issue of bargaining & were told, that they don’t bargain here for food, just when buying expensive things like antiques - quite different compared to the muslim quarters markets.
I really recommend just to go and get lost in the alleys. Try everything you can from the local specialities. And definitely come back in the night, it has different vibe, bars open and music start to play & people dance.
We discussed with locals the issue of bargaining & were told, that they don’t bargain here for food, just when buying expensive things like antiques - quite different compared to the muslim quarters markets.
Written 6 July 2022
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Karen W
Long Island, NY13 contributions
I liked Mahane Yehuda more than some of the other markets in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. It was wider so much easier to walk through and a little less chaotic. I did not view it as a tourist trap. Yes, it was a good place for tourists but it was also a good place for Israelis to shop for food and household needs. It was also near Jaffa St and Ben Yehuda which are also good shopping areas. I actually was unable to find some of the touristy souvenir items I was looking for. I wanted to purchase some spices and found that even when you say a specific amount, you will be given far more than you want. Be ready to bargain and tell the vendor that you don't want so much. You will not be insulting them because this is how they do business.
Written 21 May 2022
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FlyerLawyer
Washington DC, DC26 contributions
Couples
There must be different prices for locals than those provided to tourists in English. Every shop we visited gave shockingly inflated prices. One place in particular, called The Halva Kingdom, gave us samples of pretty average halva and then claimed it was NIS 159 a kilo. That’s over $49 a kilo, or $22 a pound. That’s shockingly overpriced. Since there were locals in this market I must assume that there’s a Hebrew price and then there’s an English price. Pretty much sums up the place. We bought nothing and quickly returned to East Jerusalem.
Written 23 March 2022
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tribt p
2 contributions
cool atmosphere, very crowded specially on Thursday and Friday.
we love to hang out here, less to make shopping.
we love to hang out here, less to make shopping.
Written 6 February 2022
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littledebny
Middle East523 contributions
Couples
Just bought 8 tiny pieces of baklava in shuk. Price was $ 17. The stand across would have come to 34$.
Are people really paying these outrageous prices? Its not the Plaza Hotel...
Are people really paying these outrageous prices? Its not the Plaza Hotel...
Written 6 January 2022
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travelmom2238
Delray Beach, FL109 contributions
Shop, eat, people watch - you get is all during a visit to Mahane Yehuda. Bought apricots and dates that were amazing. Had a yummy lunch. Finished with fresh rugelach.
Written 19 December 2021
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S.Oasis
Israel16 contributions
what is a culinary experience in the ancient capital without a nice walk from the hotel to Mahne Yehuda open market. recommended at least once. dont go if you have agoraphobia
Written 12 December 2021
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Esther
Israel57 contributions
Family
Busy and bustling local market with tons of fresh produce. Fruits are cheaper here too.
We tried pizza and local beer there, awesome!
We tried pizza and local beer there, awesome!
Written 30 August 2021
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EyalBrandt
Tel Aviv, Israel14 contributions
Couples
We enjoyed a perfect service with perfect atmosphere, smiling staff and very nice room. Modern, clean, perfect location.
Written 29 May 2021
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David G
Gedera, Israel1,324 contributions
As many times as I have visited Mahane Yehuda , this was the first time I did so with my family .Over the years , the world famous market has changed quite a lot , losing some of its old world character to keep up with modern trends , such as chic coffee shops/stands , and hi-end speciality cheese shops /stalls .
Another thing that has changed are the number of murals painted on shop shutters which IMHO actually adds something to the market - many of these murals are highlighted in the collection of pictures on this post .
One negative thing to add though , in one case a stall/shop called Rosemary which specialises in spices etc - the shop assistant was more than happy to encourage us to buy (large) amounts which normally we wouldn't ,the bill merely had the amount to be paid without showing product or price per kilo etc very bad practice indeed .I later found out at an internet forum , that this particular shop has quite a (bad ) reputation
Another thing that has changed are the number of murals painted on shop shutters which IMHO actually adds something to the market - many of these murals are highlighted in the collection of pictures on this post .
One negative thing to add though , in one case a stall/shop called Rosemary which specialises in spices etc - the shop assistant was more than happy to encourage us to buy (large) amounts which normally we wouldn't ,the bill merely had the amount to be paid without showing product or price per kilo etc very bad practice indeed .I later found out at an internet forum , that this particular shop has quite a (bad ) reputation
Written 9 April 2021
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איזה רחובות תוחמים את שוק מחנה יהודה
דניאל מ
Yeruham, Israel82 contributions
אגריפס ממזרח , יפו מצפון
marcelle55
Barcelona, Spain1 contribution
good restaurant in or near machne yehuda
Ronen shiraz רונן שירז
Ashkelon, Israel295 contributions
Azura- very good restaurant in machne yehuda
Mor K
Chiang Mai, Thailand5 contributions
באיזה שעות השוק פתוח בחול המועד?
simonturgeman
Rehovot, Israel27 contributions
שווה לשאול במוקד העירייה לתשובה מדוייקת, בכל אופן אמני מניח כמו כל שאר השווקים, יש המכשירים ופותחים, יש המעדיפים לצאת לחופשה בחול המועד.חג שמח
Is this open during the Shabbot? Thanks.
aggada
294 contributions
I don't believe that it is, but you would have to check elsewhere
nmaldonado-08
Tucson, AZ
I'm planning to travel to Israel in November do you think it's safe?
NativeNewYorker711
New York425 contributions
Absolutely! I felt safer in Israel than I did in many other places that I have visited around the world. I also felt safer than I do walking around cities in the US, including New York, at night. I was there for 2 weeks last November and not once did I feel unsafe. Enjoy Israel! It is beautiful.
BOLOGNACATERINA62
BOLOGNA
Quale è l',orario FI apertura? Grazie
Novos80
Reggio Emilia, Italy1,561 contributions
Credo che i primi venditori arrivino verso le 6:30/7
Alexandre Tarnopolsky
Rio de Janeiro, RJ338 contributions
Hi, I'd like the time that the market close during the week, out of Shabbat ,thanks.
LisaAndC
38 contributions
I am planning to visit the Mahane Yehuda Market in April with my family. Does anyone know which shops serve gluten free options for my celiac daughter.
Thans
Barbara B
Buenos Aires, Argentina88 contributions
Hi Lisa! I envy you for visiting Israel in April 😄 I've stayed 23 days last January/February and I was short of time, there are so many things to see!!! And weather will be great by then...
I know Agas 1 restaurant in Mahane Yehuda serves gluten free meals, plus a lot of stalls sell fresh vegetables and fruits or nuts and candied fruit which are really awesome!
Here’s a list of some of the more snacky foods you can safely buy and eat and easily find in majane yehuda
Bamba – peanut-flavored morsel
Aproppo – corn-crispy snack
Dubonim – another great snack the kids will love.
HaShachar chocolate spread
Nutella chocolate spread
There are also various pastas, breads, and sweets that are gluten free: if the product you’re checking has ללא גלוטן (gluten free) on it, then it’s safe to eat. If you’re after even more sweets/snacks for the kids, watch out for items made by a company called Carmit, they have a whole range of goodies.
Another good option for gluten-free products in Israel is the firm Adittas, which has outlets throughout the country, but their main shop is located in Hangar 13 in Tel Aviv Port. Call them on 1-700-706-506 for details.
This is a list of the restaurants in Jerusalem that are known to serve gluten free meals
Ben Ami, Dairy menu, 38 Emek Refaim St (Tel: 02-6510070)
Parash Coffee, Cafe, Kiryat Yovel Shopping Center (Tel: 02-6417389)
Agas 1, Vegetarian, 13 Eliahu Yaakov Banai St, Mahane Yehuda Market (Tel: 054-3133442)
Black Bar & Burger, Meat restaurant, 18 Shlomzion Hamalka St (Tel: 02-6246767)
Agas Vetapuach, Italian, 6 Safra Square, Yaffo St (Tel: 02-6230280)
Tandoori, Indian, Crown Plaza Hotel, Givat Ram (Tel: 02-6588867)
Pizza Hut, Zalman Shneor St, Nayout (Tel: 1700-50-60-70)
Tito Bravo, Pizza, 12 Shamai St (Tel: 02-6255585)
If you need a list of restaurants which serve gluten free in other cities just ask me and I'll be happy to help!
I hope this can help you make the most of this wonderful trip you're about to enjoy!!!
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- Restaurants near Mahane Yehuda Market:
- (0.00 km) La Cornerie
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- (0.01 km) Sabayos
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- (0.01 km) Basher Fromagerie
- (0.01 km) Tahrir
- (0.02 km) Shuk Cafe
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