Seriously, does nobody work around here?
Somehow, the cafes in Israel are always hopping, no matter the time of day. I have always wondered (enviously) who these people are and why they don’t seem to have jobs. My imagination has begun to fill in the blanks in the hybrid reviews/stories below.

Identity Crisis
Beit Ha’am offers a safe space for foods and people to be anything they want

Smooth Operator
Oren Meshi is bright chain bakery with fresh, inviting variety

Mish Mash
Bluma is a bit of this and a bit of that, but the baked goods are where it’s at

Feel at Home
Les Jumelles serves mouth-watering desserts on your grandma’s dishes

Striking a Fancy
Denya Cafe swings for the fences, and comes close

Fresh Start
Casa Lavi is a local crowded house with a creative menu and crisp feel

Cornered Market
Cafe Malke is an unassuming spot for excellent coffee

Brewhaha
Superior coffee and bustling streets make for an ideal urban sip at Roasters

Down to an Art
Makom Hashra'a is as inspirational as its name implies, and super pleasant

Just Des(s)erts
Nadav Kinuhim is like carbohydrate heaven, but with coffee

Substantiated Rumors
Birma Coffee's brew lives up to the hype, though seating is tricky

Comfort (Food) Zone
Ruhama has competition, but draws a crowd with both healthy and junk foods

Firmly Planted
Deshe Gan offers pretty good food and a chilled vibe

Staying Relevant
Cafe Ella puts effort into its menu, and the patrons dig it

Horsing Around
Go to SusCafe for the horses and flowers, not the food

Fairly Well Rounded
La Story has some hits and some misses, and is overall okay

Hands on Deck
Katerina offers a relaxed atmosphere, fun cold drinks, and decent bites

Assorted Flavors
There’s a lot going on at Ikar Ha’aretz, visually, audibly, and gastronomically

Branching Out
Shusha feels like a local country spot, but with sophisticated flavor

Casual Color
Zariffa capitalizes on character and cultivates quality cuisine