In the heart of Mahane Yehuda Market, Tahrir Bar is bringing authentic Mizrahi culture of the East to northern Jerusalem. The small spot, identifiable by its Moroccan style mosaics, is only open Thursday and Saturday nights – but those two nights a week become a celebration of Eastern culture. Spend an evening smoking hookah, listening to Sephardic piyyutim and other live performances by artists within the Mizrahi tradition, and of course sipping on Arak, local beer or traditional tea.
When the sun sets in Jerusalem’s legendary Mahane Yehuda Market, and the fruit and vegetable stalls close for the day, an array of local bars begin to open up around the Shuk. Some serve tasty plates and sides, others have Israeli breweries on tap, and a few host live music, but all are guaranteed to fulfill your nightlife needs. Let go of your preconceived notions of Jerusalem’s culture, and check out some of the most magical bars in the ancient city.
