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The Arabesque vs 1868
Both restaurants are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, American Colony Hotel Arabesque Restaurant is the choice of most writers compared to 1868. American Colony Hotel Arabesque Restaurant comes in at #10 in Jerusalem with positive reviews from 4 reviews like Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
The Arabesque
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
Nablus Road, Jerusalem, Israel
From $25 /night
Frommer's
"A delicious, fresh whole chilled salmon is often the centerpiece of this all-you-can-eat spread that stretches across many tables."
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Lonely Planet
"The Arabesque attracts both hotel guests and tourists looking for a quality dining experience."
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DK Eyewitness
"The elegant house restaurant of the legendary American Colony Hotel serves a fine selection of hearty, traditional Arab dishes, some based on lamb, as well as European cuisine."
Fodor's
"This upscale hotel is an elegant 19th-century limestone building with cane furniture, Armenian ceramic tiles, and a delightful courtyard."
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1868
Frommer's
Fodor's
King David 10, Jerusalem, Israel
From $40 /night
Frommer's
"There's an ambitious French menu dotted with elegant starters, and main courses of fish, poultry, and hefty steaks."
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Fodor's
"In an old stone house with a delightful back garden, 1868 is Jerusalem's most innovative, exacting kosher restaurant, on par with the city's best."
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If it's on the menu, don't miss the charcoal-grilled veal sweetbreads, served with steamed slices of baguette and pickled onion.
