What to order at Mazel Tov

Must order
The mezze plate to share, then the lamb shawarma.
Signature dishes
Mezze plate, Lamb shawarma
Editor tip
Open noon to midnight daily; book a week ahead for weekends.
CuisineMediterranean, Israeli
Price$$
NeighborhoodErzsebetvaros
HoursMon-Thu 12:00-23:00; Fri-Sun 12:00-00:00
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Location

Address: Akácfa utca 47, 1073 Budapest

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