5/5 Igor E. 10 months ago on Google
I
had
the
pleasure
of
embarking
on
a
remarkable
dining
journey
at
HIBA,
where
the
chef's
creativity
truly
shines.
The
dishes
were
carefully
crafted
and
displayed
a
level
of
finesse
that
rivals
Michelin-starred
establishments.
At
HIBA,
they
offer
a
tasting
menu
featuring
12
to
14
dishes
that
will
surprise
and
delight
your
taste
buds.
While
you
don't
get
to
choose
specific
dishes,
the
restaurant
takes
special
care
to
accommodate
any
dietary
restrictions
you
may
have.
I
was
impressed
by
their
extensive
wine
selection
and
the
sommelier's
offer
to
pair
wines
with
each
course.
Although
my
companions
and
I
aren't
big
wine
enthusiasts,
the
gesture
was
appreciated.
However,
a
small
disappointment
was
when
I
asked
for
a
Negroni.
Apparently
they
don't
mix
the
drinks
themselves,
but
rather
get
them
pre-mixed,
so
you
can't
order
any
cocktail
that
is
not
on
the
menu.
It
would
have
been
even
better
if
they
had
a
dedicated
bar
with
a
skilled
mixologist
to
whip
up
custom
cocktails,
given
the
restaurant's
stature.
The
dishes
themselves
were
nothing
short
of
excellent—each
one
was
intriguing,
beautifully
presented,
and
prepared
with
meticulous
attention
to
detail.
The
timing
and
pace
of
the
meal
were
just
right,
allowing
us
to
savor
each
course
without
feeling
rushed.
Don't
let
the
smaller
portion
sizes
fool
you;
the
cumulative
quantity
was
more
than
enough,
leaving
us
thoroughly
satisfied.
The
service
was
truly
outstanding.
The
waitstaff
were
friendly,
knowledgeable,
and
adept
at
describing
the
dishes.
However,
there
were
moments
when
their
formality
felt
a
bit
distant,
but
maybe
that's
a
matter
of
personal
preference.
The
restaurant's
minimalist
design,
characterized
by
earthy
tones
of
stone
and
clay,
contributed
to
the
distant
atmosphere.
The
absence
of
live
flowers
or
greenery
felt
a
bit
stark,
creating
an
unexpected
contrast
between
luxury
and
a
barren
landscape.
Lind
of
like
eating
dinner
in
the
middle
of
Death
Valley.
In
terms
of
pricing,
it's
worth
noting
that
HIBA
leans
towards
the
higher
end,
with
a
cost
of
NIS
450
per
diner
(excluding
alcoholic
beverages
but
including
mineral
and
carbonated
water).
Please
bear
in
mind
that
prices
may
have
changed
since
my
visit.
To
sum
it
up,
HIBA
offers
an
extraordinary
culinary
experience
curated
by
a
talented
chef,
complemented
by
exceptional
service.
While
the
atmosphere
and
formality
may
feel
slightly
reserved,
it
remains
the
closest
you
can
get
to
experiencing
a
Michelin-starred
restaurant
in
Israel.