Based on press, reviews and photos, I was very excited to dine at Merkavá. I didn’t expect my taste buds to sing like they have in Israel and New York, but I did want to walk away gleaming about the growing availability of Middle Eastern, Israeli and Jewish food in Mexico City. Unfortunately, every dish was a miss. First up: the matzo ball soup, which is not really Israeli nor Middle Eastern, but as an Ashkenazi Jewish tradition it’s still culturally relevant. While the ball was pretty good, the broth tasted of salty bouillon cube. I detected not even a hint of celery, carrot or herb, all non-negotiable for a well-rounded bowl. On the other hand, I did detect some floppy egg noodles. Nevermind that they defy tradition — the larger issue is that they are unnecessary as long as a softball-sized dumpling sits in the middle. It felt amateur. The salatim were a flop. I sized down the order to lentils, falafel, baba ghanoush and beets. The mortar-like baba ghanoush (one of my favorites) was so bitter and texturally offensive that I sent it back — and I rarely do that. (“¡Pruebalo!” I wanted to say) The falafel were hard, dry and relatively mute. The lentils were mixed with garbanzo beans and some herbs that had turned brown from, I presume, sitting in a container for a few days. And finally, the beets. They sounded heavenly: tamarind, lemon, cumin, mustard seed and kaffir lime. What actually arrived — sad, bitter chunks with the glaze of overnight refrigeration — might as well have come from a can. Had I been smarter, I would have ordered the hummus and the lamb shank. Hoping to reduce waste, I ordered the grape leaves stuffed with lamb and rice. They were faintly rancid and excessively oily. I left one behind. Service was satisfactory. They were patient with my poor Spanish and somewhat understanding about the baba ghanoush. I’d have loved if they had an English menu for easier scannability, but such is a luxury rather than an expectation. Was it an off night or the norm? Not sure I’ll ever find out.

First off, I love where this restaurant is located. So many beautiful trees and the walking path in the street, it's just so peaceful and quaint. People are just strolling by, just such a nice atmosphere. The service was on point and the food...still craving it. We ordered some hummus with spice and meat (can't remember exactly the name) and the lamb shank with rice. The lamb just melted off the bone. We both had mojitos which were on par in quality as the food. One of the best meals we had. We'll definitely return when we visit again. (Dogs were definitely welcome outside for sure, not sure about the indoor dining area).

Very delighted to find such a nice restaurant. The appetizers were all very tasty and healthy. Do try the lamb if you like lamb. My favorite was the Turkish coffee. It's served table side and was just the right amount of sweet and savory.

Delicious, traditional food from Israel. Nice ingredients and good value for money. Recommend better to sit inside, and desserts are creative but a bit too sweet for my taste. Must visit.

Great and unique Israeli cuisine recommended dishes: lamb, kipe and great coffe

(Translated by Google) The avocado hummus is spectacular, the combination of these ingredients and the chicken crackling make magic in the mouth, they finish it with olive oil, it was my favorite dish. We also loved the kachapuri, the wood-fired bread is delicious. Another thing you have to try here is dessert, we ordered a chocolate and hazelnut babka served with halva ice cream, date honey and pine nuts. Fantastic, closed the dinner with a flourish. (Original) El hummus de aguacate es espectacular, la combinación de estos ingredientes y el chicharrón de pollo hacen magia en la boca, lo terminan con aceite de oliva, fue mi plato favorito. El kachapuri también nos encanto, el pan a la leña es delicioso. Otra cosa que tienen que probar aquí es el postre, pedimos un babka de chocolate y avellanas que sirven con un helado de halva, miel de dátiles y piñones. Fantástico, cerró la cena con broche de oro.

PLEASE go here and order the “servicio de pan”. The literal BEST bread I have ever tasted in my life. I still dream about it. Other food was good too but the bread was the big winner of the eve. IG @ericaisevolving for more travel tips and pics :)

It’s good enough but not worth the price. The best dishes were the hummus and the Salatim, everything else missed the mark. Also, the service was not great, the waited that was serving us was very inpatient and not willing to answer some of our questions, he would come over and if we weren’t ready to order he’d leave the table, even when we were asking him questions or in the middle of ordering. I wasn’t a bad meal, but it is not worth the price or the hype.

Small and cozy with BIG tasty options. I have been several times to Merkavá, some times with my wife on date night. Every single time we live this place we comment that we need to visit more often. It's one of those places that surprises you on every meal. From a simple hummus to the lamb shank absolutely every dish is delicious.

Went for dinner and sat outside. The food was nice, as was the service. Since I sat outside there wasn’t much of a vibe necessarily. I’d come back to at least try some different menu items.

Came to Merkava to have some dinner with friends. We ordered everything to share and had a few drinks. We had a (just ok) hummus —perhaps those with additional seasoning are more surprising. The tzatziki and eggplant chips were wonderful and my favorite dish of the night. Spinach and feta bourakas were a decent contender for the first place, along with the roasted cauliflower. We also had a turkey shawarma, which was a bit complicated to share, but still had a good flavor. Drinks were ok, including the Turkish coffee and tea, which are prepared directly in the table.

Amazing food for vegetarians ( especially hummus with garlic ). Great service and atmosphere. However if you sit outside, get ready to be interrupted by street sellers.

A delightful Israeli food surprise in CDMX. Salatim were small but tasty, especially the Matbucha. The pitas are freshly baked at the restaurant. The Kubana was a little under baked for my Yemenite taste and the schug and tomato salsa could have used more oomph. The hummus is the star with the Yemenite beef seasoning spot on! Brought me back to Hatikva.

Grab a seat outside to get some great urban and greenery views. Great spot for Mediterranean food. Staff were helpful, and spoke great English. The Turkish style coffee was a nice start, they prepare it at your table. I loved the food, and will come back the next time I'm in the city.

Amazing food and fast service, the hummus with garlic is a must

(Translated by Google) I wanted to eat there for a long time. But then you have to anticipate what you wanted to eat several days in advance. But accessing funding from CONACYT speaks volumes about its ethics, almost nil. (Original) Hace tiempo quise comer ahí. Pero pues te las que anticipar qué querías comer con varios días de anticipación. Pero acceder a financiamiento del CONACYT habla mucho de su ética, casi nula.

(Translated by Google) The site tries to replicate the food of the 4 neighborhoods of Jerusalem. Second time we visit the place, Saturday afternoon, it is a small, comfortable place to talk and eat. We ordered the sample of 7 dishes, and the hummus with lamb, all very tasty, the lemon drink with very small mint, glasses of about 300 ml, why is the water always so small and without refill in these places? Our dessert was the date cake and a mug of Turkish coffee, very tasty too. The place has a good atmosphere and beautiful decoration. I will return I liked it a lot. (Original) El sitio trata de replicar la comida de los 4 barrios de Jerusalén. Segunda vez que visitamos el lugar, sábado en la tarde, es un lugar pequeño, cómodo para platicar y comer. Pedimos la muestra de 7 platillos, y el humus con cordero, todo muy rico, la bebida de limón con menta muy pequeños, vasos de unos 300 ml, ¿Porque siempre en estos lugares el agua es tan pequeña y sin refill? Nuestro postre fue la tarta de dátil y una jarrita de café de Turco, muy ricos tambien. El lugar tiene buen ambiente y bonita decoracion. Regresare me ha gustado bastante.

(Translated by Google) Mdd the best Israeli food places, it is totally a kitchen to share, all the dishes, the food is delicious (Original) Mdd los mejores lugares de comida Israelí, es totalmente una cocina para compartir , todos los platos , la comida es deliciosa

The restaurant has good prices and the dishes are very tasty

We had a lovely evening here! We shared the garlic hummus, which was delicious. I had the lamb, which was fantastic and my husband, who is vegetarian, had the eggplant, which was served with two sauces and some chickpeas. It an elegant subtly flavored dish and was different than anything we've tried before. I tasted it and preferred my lamb!! I had a Morrocon tea, which was so pretty. Everything at this restaurant is so beautifully presented. Eating here is like a ceremony. A lot of thought goes into the meal. Our server. was outstanding and attentive.

Outstanding food and chill atmosphere. Staff was very friendly and extremely attentive. The flavor was excellent, everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The cauliflower was delicious and I loved the ‘corta-coliflor’ how I named the knife. Definitely will go back again.

Expensive dishes! when they opened a few years ago everything was a hit, now most items on the menu are mediocre at best. I got served some rancid grape leaves. I’m talking old! Not only that but the restaurant has gone up in price point yet somehow the portions have gotten smaller, less hummus, less dipping sauces, the wine pour is ridiculously cheap, they serve you half a glass ! Barely! This restaurant does well, no reason for them to be this cheap! Serve the portions well, come on. Not sure if I’ll be back. Another sad story for condesa. Bai.

(Translated by Google) Good food, it really adds to my favorite restaurants in Mexico City, the lamb is excellent but the bread 🍞 and the hummus are a must (Original) Buena comida, realmente se agrega a mis restaurantes favoritos de cdmx, el cordero excelente pero el pan 🍞 y el hummus son un must

Each of the salatim had such depth and concentration of flavor. The Matza ball soup was fortifying on a cool rainy night. Excellent service by all staff. Nice little sweet to end the meal. Would love to try entrees and dessert on my next visit. Highly recommended.

Turkish coffee and pita bread are amazing. The rest of the dishes were above average, not extraordinary. Service was regular, and a bit annoying - they make it evident they want you to spend as much as possible.

Great and tasty Israeli food. Very well executed.

Lovely and romantic place. The food was fantastic and the service was helpful and supernice.

Some very good dishes, nothing was bad. Roasted eggplant is very good and comes with a little show. Roasted cauliflower is sometimes good. The large sampler is pretty good. It's overall pretty accesible and pretty good, and a nice alternative from Mexican food.

Great place for breakfast. Was the only customer at 9 am. The Turkish coffee was made by table side. I ordered the Manakish and Shashuka. The photos show how great the food looks/taste. Staff was very accommodating with my limited Spanish. Great outdoor seating.

omg this food is so good! highly recommend the 7- or 14-dish salatim. favorites: babaganoush + tabouleh + lentils + brussels sprouts + red beats traditional hummus is great; i ask for a side of pickles with it.

One of the best meals I had in CDMX Absolutely recommend it! Be sure to try the eggplant hummus.

(Translated by Google) Very good food from the region called "Middle East", I went for the Khachapuri which is my world top in baked dough with cheese (above any pizza) and I do not disappoint its version with meat, (you can also order without meat like the original from Georgia and the one eaten in Russia, with egg thrown in the middle after coming out of the oven and butter. (Original) Muy buena comida de la región llamada "Middle East", fui por el Khachapuri que es mi top mundial en masa horneada con queso (por encima de cualquier pizza) y no decepciono su versión con carne, (también se puede pedir sin carne como el original de Georgia y el que se come en Rusia, con huevo arrojado en medio después de salir del horno y mantequilla.

Don't normally write reviews but I loved this place. Good atmosphere, nice staff, food was delicious. The Cuban bread was delicious with their hummus. The turkey shwarma was delicious and very hearty. Would definitely recommend.

Food and service are always amazing. Cocktails are very good as well. Highly recommend the eggplant with roasted chickpeas!

(Translated by Google) Excellent service The menu is the best (Original) Excelente servicio El menú es de lo mejor

Great 🇮🇱 restaurant in Mexico City, with some unique flavors! However, some of their small sides are very simple and bland.

The food is ok but overpriced, but the vibe really is horrible. They act like they are doing you a favor by taking your reservation, service is not nice or helpful. If you are not a pretentious rich Mexican who talks loudly about baseball all night this may not be the place for you.

(Translated by Google) It is delicious (Original) Se come delicioso

Excelente atención y buena comida el vino de muy buena calidad y la comida 👌 algo para poder deleitar y disfrutar

You need to make a booking because is a small place and is always full. Is very cool how they have Greek, Bulgarian, and other interesting wines we wish they had Georgian wine as they do serve some Georgian dishes but overall the quality of the service, food was very good and reasonable price. Great for a family date or Friday night with friends . We will be back

Amazing food!, don't go there if you have to rush. It's worth waiting for the food, the service is great. Bakba is really tasty, and give a try to the tea. Khachapuri is good for breakfast. Knafeh is a delicious desert, you can share it. Also ceviche is a really good option

I really like the concept of the restaurant, it has an amazing feeling decoration is gorgeous and service is outstanding. The hummus, pan pita, side dish are rather good; nevertheless the main dish that I order felt more on the plain and not amazing flavors still a nice experience. I would definitely come back to try other dishes.

Awesome Israeli food in CDMX

It si the best place for Israeli food. Super tasty and original with very friendly staff. The hummus is silky smooth, and the chamorro melts off the bone.

Excellent food, drinks and service. I enjoyed the eggplant hummus and lamb with cous cous and pomegranate. Incredible flavor. Their katchkapuri (spelling?) is also amazing.

The turkey shawarma was pretty good! Knafeh is okay, could be softer! but I'm Palestinian/Israeli I have high standards with knafeh tho

Best Israeli food outside of Israel. Hands down.

Just WOW! This is hands down one of the best restaurants that we’ve not only been to in CDMX but one of the best I’ve ever been to in my LIFE! Every bite was perfection. We ordered the matzoh ball soup (seriously some of the best noodles I’ve ever had), the duck hummus (omg!! We devoured this along with the delicious fresh pita), an incredible & massive head of roasted cauliflower with a beautiful blend of seasoning on it, and the Pavo shwarma. The service was really wonderful as was the ambiance. I highly highly recommend adding this to your list of must dine restaurants in CDMX! The matzoh ball noodles will haunt my dreams. Thank you merkava!!!

We just had dinner here last night and everything was amazing. The roasted cauliflower, tziktizki, and spinach and cheese stuffed pastry were so delicious. Also the cocktails were perfect. I got the spicy Jerusalem and it was so so flavorful and didn’t get me drunk. Perfect for dinner. definitely saving and coming back!

Delicious Israeli / Jewish food. Highly recommend hummus, matzah ball soup, jámod soup, pita, kebab, and the chocolate babka!

(Translated by Google) There is a lack of attention to the table, we waited a lot to receive attention from someone, I asked for napkins and they gave me 1, they did not know how to explain the desserts, they do not comply with the 1.5m distance between table and table, they pass the menus without sanitizing from table to table Table and the food is not so good it lacks seasoning, I remain to owe it ..... it had been highly recommended to me. (Original) Falta atención a la mesa, esperábamos mucho para poder recibir atención de alguien, pedía servilletas y me dieron 1, no me supieron explicar los postres, no cumplen con el 1.5mts de distancia entre mesa y mesa, pasan los menús sin sanitizar de mesa a mesa y la comida no está tan buena le falta sazón, me quedo a deber.....me lo habían recomendado muchísimo.

(Translated by Google) They take a long time for orders, there is no one who attends the deliveries. (Original) Tardan mucho para los pedidos falta quien atienda las entregas.

(Translated by Google) Some of the best in Middle Eastern food. Ideal to order the course of 8 dishes or more to try a little of everything. (Original) De lo mejor en comida de medio oriente. Ideal pedir el curso de 8 platillos o más para probar de todo un poco.

(Translated by Google) Excellent food, excellent service. They take all hygiene measures. The staff is very attentive, explains the dishes very well and solves all doubts. The dishes are abundant and very rich. We ordered the hummus, the grape leaves, the two skewers from the menu, and the chai pistachio dessert. All excellent. (Original) Excelente comida, excelente atención. Toman todas las medidas de higiene. El personal es muy atento, explica súper bien los platillos y resuelve todas las dudas. Los platillos son abundantes y muy ricos. Pedimos el hummus, las hojas de parra las dos brochetas del menú y el postre de chai pistache. Todo excelente.

(Translated by Google) Israeli restaurant with a great variety of typical dishes. Excellent presentation but a little small portions considering the price. As for the flavor, some things are very rich but others nothing out of the ordinary as was the case with hummus. I recommend the selection of 7 traditional dishes that are served in small plates to try everything and share. The mint lemonade is served as if it were frayed, very rich !!! (Original) Restaurante israelita con gran variedad platillos típicos. Excelente presentación pero porciones un poco chicas considerando el precio. En cuanto al sabor algunas cosas muy ricas pero otras nada fuera de lo normal como fue el caso del hummus. Recomiendo la selección de 7 platillos tradicionales que los sirven en platitos pequeños como para probar de todo y compartir. La limonada con menta la sirven como si fuera frapeada, muy rica!!!

(Translated by Google) Exquisite everything (Original) Exquisito todo

Delicious. Quick. Authentic.

(Translated by Google) Good place, the food is rich, something out of the Mexican. If you go during the week you will find few people. They take good care of healthy distance and sanitary measures. (Original) Buen lugar, la comida es rica, algo fuera de lo mexicana. Si vas entre semana encontrarás poca gente. Cuidan muy bien la sana distancia y la medidas sanitarias.

(Translated by Google) It is a restaurant that exceeds all my expectations, I was impressed with the service it has is the best, super impeccable, from the food I can say that the food is exquisite, everything is ´perfect from the selection of wines, the fusion of the cuisine, in short one of the best places. and the best of the best is the richest Turkish coffee I've ever tasted, a very charming place. (Original) Es un restaurante que supero todas mis expectativas, me quede impresionada con el servicio que tiene es los mejores, super impecable, de la comida que puedo decir que la comida es exquisita, todo es ´perfecto desde la selección de vinos, la fusión de la cocina, en definitiva uno de los mejores lugares. y lo mejor de lo mejor es el café turco de lo mas rico que he probado, un lugar con mucho encanto.

(Translated by Google) impressive the quality of the dishes, highly recommended (Original) impresionante la calidad de los platillos, súper recomendable

(Translated by Google) This delicious all food (Original) Esta deliciosa toda la comida

(Translated by Google) A Unique experience transported me to Jerusalem. Delicious food to enjoy with the family (Original) Una experiencia Única me transportó a Jerusalén. Deliciosa comida para disfrutar en familia

(Translated by Google) Because the place is nice, the service is very good and the food is good (Original) Porque es agradable el lugar, el servicio es muy bueno y los alimentos son buenos

(Translated by Google) There is not a dish on the menu that is not amazing. All served neatly and delicately made. The service is also great. A place without fail. (Original) No hay un plato del menú que no esté increíble. Todos servidos de manera muy prolija y hechos con delicadeza. El servicio, además, es estupendo. Un lugar sin falla.

A little on the pricey side, but the food was very similar to actual Jerusalem food

(Translated by Google) It is a place located in a good area, the beef and veal are very good, but if you are new to this type of seasoning and food, I recommend you better ask the employees which dish they recommend, since if you are a first-time you could find some flavors a little strange to what you are used to (Original) Es un lugar ubicado en una buena zona, la carne de res y ternero es buenisima, pero si eres nuevo a este tipo de sazon y comidas, te recomiendo mejor preguntar a los empleados cual plato te recomiendan, ya que si eres primerizo podrias encontrar algunos sabores un tanto extraños a lo que estas acostumbrado

(Translated by Google) Excellent place, food and service really good, the hummus with grilled lamb spectacular, also the salatim and raw kibe. Too bad they had run out of the Jerusalem Knafeh dessert, I was left wanting to try it. (Original) Excelente lugar, la comida y el servicio realmente bueno, el hummus con cordero a las brasas espectacular, también el salatim y kibe crudo. Lastima que se les había agotado el postre Knafeh de Jerusalem, me quede con las ganas de probarlo.

(Translated by Google) Delicious food, cauliflower, butter, breads, chamorro, etc. The overpriced wine list, despicable, abominable, atrocious, find yourself a sommelier and a good supplier. That's why I'm not giving them 5 stars, I'll just go back to eat. (Original) Comida deliciosa, la coliflor, la mantequilla, los panes, el chamorro, etc. La carta de vinos a sobreprecio,deleznable, abominable, atroz, búsquense un sommelier y un buen proveedor. Por eso no les doy las 5 stars, igual volveré sólo a comer.

(Translated by Google) Very good variety of dishes and the cocktails were a pleasant surprise. I felt a bit forced to insist on ordering more dishes or eating bread, even though it already comes with pita bread. Little chaotic in the afternoon, but it was the eve of February 14, we will have to return. (Original) Muy buena variedad de platillos y los cócteles fueron grata sorpresa. Sentí un poco forzada la insistencia en pedir más platillos o consumir pan, pese a que ya viene con pan pita. Poco caótico en la tarde, pero fue víspera del 14 de febrero, habrá que volver.

(Translated by Google) I got intoxicated after attending the place and I would have liked to read the other reviews that warned of this problem (Original) Me intoxique después de asistir al lugar y me hubiera gustado leer las otras reseñas que advertían de este problema

(Translated by Google) The food is good. The lamb is delicious. Good attention. Delicious drink. The music sometimes becomes disco-like, personally I prefer calm music when I'm eating. The volume is not very high so I was able to eat. That is why it has 4 stars. (Original) La comida es buena. El cordero es delicioso. Buena atención. Deliciosa bebida. La música a veces se vuelve como de discoteca, personalmente prefiero música calmada cuando estoy comiendo. El volumen no es muy alto así que pude comer. Por eso tiene 4 estrellas.

(Translated by Google) Delicious. The best Hummusiya in town. Applause to the kitchen and the attention (Original) Delicioso. La mejor Hummusiya de la ciudad. Aplausos a la cocina y a la atención

(Translated by Google) The garlic hummus and salatim are so good (Original) El hummus de ajo y los salatim son buenísimos

(Translated by Google) Through UberEats, the set of tickets and the fig leaves came home, divine. Although it is always a delight to eat in this restaurant, it is fantastic, everything is super taken care of. I love the entrees, a version of hummus is mandatory, the simple dishes and the strong ones are incredible, ask for the Yemani bread type "brioche" with sesame butter is a delight. The cocktails are the best, I ordered the Ginger's. And well Turkish coffee is a total experience, I love it. Result = to total happiness 🥰 (Original) Por UberEats llegó a casa el set de entradas y las hojas de parra, divino. Aunque siempre es una delicia comer en este restaurante, es fantástico, todo esta súper cuidado. Las entradas me encantan, alguna versión de hummus es obligatorio, los platos sencillos y los fuertes son increíbles, pidan el pan Yemani tipo “brioche” con mantequilla de ajonjolí es una delicia. Los cócteles están lo más, pedí el de Ginger. Y bueno el café turco es una experiencia total, lo amo. Resultado = a felicidad total 🥰

(Translated by Google) Delicious food, presentation and service! (Original) Deliciosa comida, presentación y servicio!

(Translated by Google) I love!!! (Original) Me encanta!!!

(Translated by Google) Highly recommended the food is very tasty and the service is impeccable, I recommend making reservations sometimes there is no place but in general very good! (Original) Muy recomendable la comida es muy sabrosa y el servicio es impecable, recomiendo hacer reservación algunas veces no hay lugar pero en general muy bien!

(Translated by Google) The Lima soup is rather lemon soup. Lots of lemon. The delicious crab cake (Original) La sopa de Lima más bien es sopa de limón. Muchísimo limón. La torta de cangrejo deliciosa

(Translated by Google) Please! What they are doing with DO is called a witch hunt. The restaurant is excellent and what the chef said does not deserve to be prejudiced in this way. (Original) Por favor! Lo que están haciendo con DO se llama cacería de brujas. El restaurante es excelente y lo que dijo el cheff no merece que lo perjudiquen de esta manera.

Excellent Matzo soup!

Very good Israeli food and very good service. I used to go there sometimes a few times a week to eat Humus for lunch, but they also have a great evening menu of you're looking to go with some friends. Sadly they only open st 1pm so you will not find Israeli breakfast here.