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How we read reviews →Israeli street food at its most vibrant. pita, baked cauliflower, and a party atmosphere.
High-energy open-plan Israeli street food bar with music pumping, staff singing along to playlists, and a communal bar-seat setup that encourages conversation with neighbouring diners. The Collingwood location is described as more spacious and relaxed than the Hardware Lane original. Indoor-outdoor feel with a large folding wall to the street.
Complimentary sage tea on arrival is a signature hospitality touch noted by multiple reviewers. Open kitchen with bar seats that let you watch the cooking. Small board games available at the bar to play while waiting. Tomato decorations are a visual signature of the brand. Second Melbourne location (first at Hardware Lane CBD). No liquor licence at this location currently.
Authentic Israeli street food chain. the brand originates in Tel Aviv and the cooking philosophy (nose-to-tail, market vegetables, bold simple preparation) is genuine. Multiple Israeli-background reviewers praised the food as tasting like home.
Divided camp. many reviewers consider it exceptional value (full dinner for two around $60) while others found portion sizes small for the $20-$30 price points on individual dishes. Ordering wrong is the most common regret; tahini-based and vegetable dishes tend to deliver more satisfaction per dollar than the straight meat plates.
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