Israel Tourism 2000
Israel Tourism 2000
The Jerusalem Post
Tony's Between the Arches Restaurant and Catering - Jerusalem
Location: Right next to The Western Wall (the Kotel) Plaza. Just go to the northwest corner of the Plaza by the telephones and walk into the arched tunnel. Between the Arches is the first business on your left ( right after the check point).
Category: Restaurant and Catering Hall in Historic Crusader Site.
Description of Site: Tony'sThis recently excavated, breathtaking Crusader cavern has been converted to a truly unique restaurant. The floor dates back to at least 2000 years - to the period of the Second Temple. The high arched ceilings date back to the Mameluk period in the 14th century. Restaurateur Tony Sachs engaged a renowned interior designer in Jerusalem to complement and enhance this ancient site. The stunning decor includes transparent table tops and chairs which allow the ambiance of the hall to radiate. There are many special touches and "antiquities" on display to evoke those bygone days.
Dining: The menu is Dairy, Kosher Lemehadrin. (Lemehadrin means that everything is prepared to the very highest rabbinical standards) All fruits and vegetables are delivered fresh every day. The menu features a tempting array of delicious salads, pastas, fish dishes, omelets, pizzas, homemade soups, special toasted sandwiches, extraordinary desserts, ice creams, beverages and selected wines and beers from Israel.
Facilities and Services: Tony's The restaurant has seating for up to 90 guests upstairs and down, a coffee bar, sandwich board and full menu . It is also available for parties and private events. Catering for all occasions is available at the restaurant or at the Kotel ( the Western Wall)
Nearby: The Kotel (Western Wall). Temple Mount, Dome ot the Rock, Jewish Quarter, Arab Market, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Western Wall Tunnel tours, Roman Cardo and all Old City sites are within easy walking distance.
Hours: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Recommendations/
Comments:
A breathtaking spot for casual or elegant dining or for private affairs. Artifacts found in the excavations show that the hall has a history of serving pilgrims who went up to Jerusalem for the Jewish Festivals. You can relive the excitement of those Biblical feast times anytime today at Tony's Between the Arches.
Contact
Information:
Address: Tony's Between the Arches, 174 Hagai Street,Old City, Jerusalem, 91071
Tel: +972-2-627-7761
Fax: +972-2-627-7363
E-mail: tonys@netvision.net.il
Web site: Under construction.

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