The Garden Terrace, The Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Gershon Agron St. 26, Jerusalem. Tel. (02) 542-3333.

Cocktails under the stars

The innovations continue at the award-winning Waldorf Astoria, as the Garden Terrace celebrated its grand opening. The lounge and promenade area transforms the rooftop of the restored historical section of the building that was once the eminent Palace Hotel into an ideal setting for relaxing with creative cocktails, gourmet tapas and even imported cigars.

The Garden Terrace basks in the cool air of Jerusalem’s evenings, above the bustle of the streets below and overlooking the eastern flank of Independence Park. The venue itself boasts its own greenery, creating an atmosphere of tranquility.

The Garden Terrace features a well-stocked bar with its own specialty cocktail menu and an internationally curated cigar collection. Additionally, the hotel’s Executive Chef Itzik Barak has designed a distinctive menu of Mediterranean-inspired tapas dishes to be enjoyed in this unique al fresco area.

The tapas here comprise a full range of vegetarian, meat and fish dishes, including veal spareribs, lamb kebab, ceviche, and a truly inspired upgrade of traditional meatballs, which are battered in a beer-infused tempura and served with pepper cream.

The Garden Terrace is the third restaurant to be located in the hotel, after The King’s Court (adjacent to the main lobby), and The Palace, dedicated to fine dining.

The restaurant is open Sunday-Thursday, from 18.00 to 23.00.

The Garden Terrace, The Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Gershon Agron St. 26, Jerusalem. Tel. (02) 542-3333.