Ein El Wadi

Top choice in Haifa


Dishes at this exemplary family restaurant are as authentic as its ancient stone arches. After a warm welcome, settle in for Lebanese and Palestinian specialities such as fatayer (spinach-stuffed pastry), musakhan (sumac chicken on bread) or, our favourite, makloubeh (layers of fragrant rice, stewed chicken and cauliflower).

Desserts are extremely rich and one portion of swimming-in-syrup kunafeh or rose-flavoured semolina is enough for two.

Vegetarian and gluten-free options are marked on the menu.


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