If hummus is your thing, Dizengoff is the spot for you. This is the grab-n-go stop on Samsom right across from Federal Donuts. Dizengoff is the brainchild of Michal Solomonov and Steve Cook who just opened up Abe Fisher one door away. The Cook N Solo franchise is responsible for the famous Zahav, Percy St. BBQ and now Abe Fisher. Don't expect the fine Mediterranean of Zahav, the casual gluttony of Percy Street or the all-things-fried awesomeness of Federal Donuts. Hummus is the name of the game at Dizengoff, and arguably the smoothest, creamiest hummus you'll ever taste; and that doesn't count the extras that change from day-to-day.
The setting is a fast-food counter but tables allow patrons to sit and eat while the pita is still warm. The overall look of the place has a multitide of burnt and flourescent colors which gives it a late 70s British punk rock, Ramones, Sex Pistols vibe. I especially dug "The JT experience" poster written entirely in Hebrew.
We ordered the Beef Hummus which came with all the accoutrements including a cucumber salad and pickles. The pita was soft and warm. The beef included sauteed peppers and onions which gave the hummus a little extra body and saltiness. However, I'm convinced you can have just the hummus alone and enjoy it just as much.
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| Beef Hummus, Pickles, Salad, Pita |
Dizengoff has hours daily mostly around lunchtime but also offers a Sunday brunch special. This is about as perfect as lunch can be; inexpensive, healthy, and just the right amount of food to avoid "the -itis" in the afternoon.
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