This shop serves what is often called the country's best hummus, which is not an easy task with so many places serving this addictive chickpea dish. For something quite different, order the masabacha with chunks of chickpeas served in warm hummus, or the hummus ful, made from Egyptian fava beans. Get here early and expect to wait in line, because once the pot is empty the restaurant closes (usually around 2:30 pm).

To tantalize your taste buds with unforgettable Israeli street food delights, seek out Abu Hassan for hummus; HaKosem for falafel; Sabich Tchernichovsky for sabich (pita bread stuffed with fried eggplant, hard-boiled eggs, hummus, and tahini); Levinsky Burekas for burekas (a salty pastry made of thin, flaky dough filled with cheese); and Zalmaniko for sensational kebabs.

Don’t miss Abu Hassan, the go-to place for a plate of creamy chickpea goodness. Take it to go or eat in house; you won’t be disappointed. For a real local experience, order the ‘masabacha’—it’s another version of hummus, topped off with chickpeas in their juice and other trimmings.

It is a tiny place with simple kitchen tables and scarce chairs, where reservations are unheard of. Long lines prove that something special is served here.

Join the crowd outside Abulafia bakery by the clock tower to pick up sticky and sesame-covered treats to nibble on (their pizza slices are good too. For cheese-stuffed, syrup-drizzled pastries and toothache-sweet knafeh, Said el Abu Lafia and Sons is a popular spot in an ancient stone building, where the focal point is the huge oven for pizzas and flatbreads. And to hone in on two Israeli classics, you have Abu Hassan, whose hummus has reached legendary status (try it with brown beans and labane); and Dr Shakshuka cures sore heads of a morning, with various takes on the breakfast classic, plus meaty shawarmas.

Easily the most famous hummus restaurant in Jaffa, if not all of Israel, Abu Hassan is a hole-in-the-wall hummus joint near the Jaffa Port with options to take out or eat in.Either way, be prepared to wait in a massive line, especially if you go during the weekend. Often, patrons who wanted to eat in but decided against waiting for a table can be found lounging on the curb and benches nearby eating their hummus. To clarify, hummus restaurants in Israel typically only serve hummus and pita with very minimal add-ons, such as falafel.

Tucked away on a quiet street in Jaffa, family-run Abu Hassan has been making incredible hummus for more than 50 years. Traditionally a breakfast dish, choose from its classic hummus, spicy hummus with whole chickpeas or hummus ful, a darker concoction made with fava beans – all of which come in huge bowls for one with pillowy-soft pita, raw onions and a lip-smackingly good green chilli dip. It’s walk-ins only and there are often queues, but it’s well worth the wait for a bite of the good stuff.

As part of a “perfect day” in Jaffa, Marcus writes: “Have hummus and pita at the jam-packed communal tables at Abu Hassan followed by sweets at Abulafia bakery. Experience the world’s first deaf-blind theater company, Nalaga’at (there’s a cafe next door where all the baristas are deaf and you can learn Israeli Sign Language signs for words like “coffee”), and don’t forget to pick up banana-scented soaps and orange-blossom perfume from Zielinski & Rosen.

There is a very good reason locals and visitors alike jostle for a plate of hummus at Abu Hassan (Ali Karavan). The spot, not far from Jaffa Port, is loud and hectic, with waiters shouting orders to the kitchen. Order the regular hummus dish of this creamy chickpea spread or try the “triple” — a plate of hummus, ful (fava beans) and masabacha, a variation of hummus in which the chickpeas remain whole with a cumin-parsley-garlic-lemon trimming.

Easily the most famous hummus restaurant in Jaffa, if not all of Israel, Abu Hassan is a hole-in-the-wall hummus joint near the Jaffa Port with options to take out or eat in. Either way, be prepared to wait in a massive line, especially if you go during the weekend. Often, patrons who wanted to eat in but decided against waiting for a table can be found lounging on the curb and benches nearby eating their hummus.

It seems like there’s only one consensus in this field: Abu Hassan (Ali Karavan), at 1 Dolphin Street, which is locally known as the ‘Mecca’ of Humus in Tel Aviv. It has been serving the best Humus in Tel Aviv/Jaffa for over 40 years, and is well known throughout Israel as one of the best Jaffa restaurants. Abu Hassan is open only till noon and it takes a while to get a sit there, but it is well worth it.

For live music, it’s hard to beat Akbar, The Container, or Shaffa, while The Cuckoo's Nest and Beit Kandinoff are bars-cum-art galleries with a particularly fun atmosphere. Most bars offer Happy Hour deals, usually between 6 pm and 8 pm, which are an excellent opportunity to try some Israeli beer: Goldstar, Malka, and Maccabee are all popular. There are also a few notable high-end restaurants in Jaffa.

Located in Jaffa, Abu Hassan is the kind of restaurant you’re going to come back to. It’s one of the oldest and most famous eating spots in Israel, and for good reason, what with a variety of truly yummy hummus, falafel, and french fries. This place is also very budget-friendly, and since the dishes they serve up here are very filling, it’s the perfect place to stop by at if you’re super hungry!

Abu Hassan (also known as Ali Karavan) is unofficially the best hummus spot in Israel, as sworn by many hummus enthusiasts. Every Friday, the long lines to the restaurant become a lively social gathering. The “Triple dish” is an original invention of the place and also its pride — it is made with hot hummus, msabbaha and ful with lots of the restaurant’s famous garlic and lemon sauce.

Abu Hassan: There are tons of hommus cooked weekly at this tiny restaurant in Yaffo's old port district. Its creator, the late Ali Caravan, made it the most famous place to eat hommus in all of Israel (famous mainly for tourism). No wonder it is loaded with locals and tourists every day, willing to wait for a long time, because it will certainly be worth it.

It just wouldn’t be fair to dedicate a category to hummus and not mention the famous Abu Hassans, a crown jewel of eateries for anyone who loves food. In fact, we debated creating a category solely for this family-owned restaurant. Located in Jaffa, Abu Hassan’s is not only one of the top spots in Tel Aviv, but also in the entire country.

Abu Hassan – Situated in a peaceable space of Jaffa, this restaurant is at all times packed and busy full of individuals hungry for hummus, ful, and musabaha. it’s actually a legendary place and the hummus was of the sticky and clean selection. I believe my favourite factor was the musabaha, like hummus, however with complete chickpeas.

The big question where to get the best hummus in town isn't only a question in Berlin but also here in Tel Aviv. Though every hummus dish here tastes better than anywhere else. I didn't want to get distracted by the question and simply ordered hummus whereever I could find it (everywhere!) and I could have taken a bath in each of them.

Abu Hassan is sometimes referred to as the best hummus spot in Tel Aviv, but it’s actually located in Jaffa. The old town Jaffa is attached to Tel Aviv and it’s a nice beach side stroll to get there but you might not always have time to go there. So I went hunting for the best hummus restaurant of Tel Aviv and I found it in Kaspi.

This legendary restaurant has been serving up the creamiest, dreamiest hummus for over 50 years, and it’s no wonder it’s a local favourite. The no-frills ambiance and communal seating add to the authentic experience, but it’s the hummus that steals the show. Served with fresh pita bread, it’s so good you’ll want to bathe in it.

Abu Hassan (Shivtei Israel 14, Jaffa) is the most likely contender for best hummus in town. They used to only offer hummus, but have recently expanded to also offer chips (fries) and salads. Prepare to queue for a while to get a seat, especially on the busy Friday lunchtime session, but it’s totally worth it.

For everyone who’s visiting Tel Aviv, Abu Hassan is considered the best place to visit if you love hummus (I hope you love hummus…)!. In fact, the only items on its menu are hummus (different kinds!), pita, onions, and drinks!. The hummus is ridiculously creamy, delicious and everything you could ask for.

The food in Jaffa is seriously good and a place to head for lunch if you are staying in Jaffa – or indeed another part of Tel Aviv – is Abu Hassan. It’s one of the oldest and most loved hummus restaurants located on Dolphin Street. It attracts locals – Jews and Arabs, as well as tourists and labourers.

For a finger-licking good falafel and hummus extravaganza, hit up the famous Abu Hassan in Jaffa. Be ready to wait in line, though. For a more high-brow dining experience, indulge in a tasting menu at Hasalon, where chef Eyal Shani creates his cuisine from the freshest ingredients.

There are only three options on Abu Hassan’s non-existent menu: hummus, masabacha, and the triangle plate of hummus, masabacha and ful in one hearty serving.Curiosity surrounds the secret of their hummus: what makes it so balanced and creamy?. What makes this hummus so darn good?

This restaurant is a Tel Aviv institution, and it has been serving delicious hummus and other Middle Eastern dishes for over 50 years. The hummus is made with fresh chickpeas and tahini, and it is served with a variety of toppings, such as chickpeas, eggplant, and pine nuts.

For the best hummus in Tel Aviv head to Abu Hassan in Jaffa. Everyone told me to go here (friends, cab drivers, random people in shops) and I was not disappointed. Bring your appetite because the portions are large and you won’t want to let any hummus go to waste.

And if you’re in the mood to scoop up luscious hummus with super-fresh pita, you can’t beat Abu Hassan (1 Ha-Dolphin Street), in the Ajami neighborhood of the ancient port of Jaffa, now a mixed Arab-Jewish part of the city.

Also in Jaffa I tried Abu Hassan who says, prepares the best hummus of Tel Aviv!. The place is small and noisy but the hummus is exquisite. If you want to taste Jewish food I recommend Guetta always in Jaffa.

Abu Hassan | Dolphin Street 1 - if you want something more “authentic” head to Jaffa and one of the oldest hummus restaurants in the country. You might have to stand in line but it’s for sure worth the wait.

Try Jaffa’s food scene, from Dr. Shakshuka to Abu Hassan and Shipudey Danny & Salim. Jaffa is a food lover’s dream.