Temptation Restaurant Since 1979

OUR STORY

Abu Raed

The Beginning

In 1979, Abu Raed and his wife, Maha opened the doors to Mt of Temptation Restaurant, a place where Jericho’s locals and tourists could receive a warm welcome and get served quality homemade food.

DINING EXPERIENCE

Passion for food fused with authentic family recipes tells the story behind every dish and how it is served at Temptation Restaurant. Warm palestinian hospitality traditions are apparent in the legendary dining experience.

SEASONAL TASTES

Our Chef -inspired specialty dishes with unique seasonal tastes are inspired by locally sourced ingredients. The seasonal dishes reflect the ingredients and hard work of local farmers and small businesses in Jericho

Meet The Chefs

Abu Raed

Surrounded by food during his earlier years as a young waiter in Amman and Jerusalem, Abu Raed discovered his passion for cooking from working with top chefs at notable restaurants.

MAHA

At a young age, Maha learned cooking in the family kitchen in the small northern village, Tubas. Watching her mother and grandmother prepare food every day for family and friends. Maha learned “How to cook with Love” and the joy of using fresh ingredients from the farm to prepare savory and delicious meals.

A Family Story

Abu Raed and Maha, husband and wife, moved from Jerusalem to Jericho in 1974 to open their first 24 hours food and beverage restaurant in downtown Jericho. In addition to authentic dishes, they served their world famous roasted chicken and grilled lamb chops. Due to customer demands and instant fame, they decided to expand and move the restaurant to a new location near Tel es Sultan and the Mount of Temptation. The Temptation Restaurant opened its doors in 1979 and became “where locals and travelers want to eat every day of the week, and guests leave with lasting memories.”