25 BEST HUMMUS restaurants IN THE WORLD (ACCORDING TO AI (CHATGPT))

As we live in the age of AI - I thought I should ask ChatGPT what are the 25 Best Hummus Restaurants in the world... and here's the answers I got... ( See below)

What is interesting is that when one analyzes where are these restaurants located here's an interesting stattistic:

ISRAEL is the leader with 11 of the top 25 hummus restaurants in the world.

USA is second with 7 of the top 25

LEBANON has 4 of the top 25

EGYPT has 3 of the top 25

What does it say that Israel has almost half of the top 25 Hummus restaurants in the world? 

Moreover - what does it say about AI and especially about CHAT GPT's hummus choices?

Please share your opinions about:

1. Did ChatGPT give you the same list or did the list they share with you have different top 25 restaurants?

2. How come Europe, Asia and Africa don't even have one restaurant in the list of top 25 Best Hummus restaurants ? What about Turkey? What about Iraq, Saudia Arabia, Gulf Emirates?  Could it be possible that these countries with their A++ level restaurants and chefs don't have one restaurant in the list?

What is your best Hummus restaurant in the world?

Is there a new conspiracy theory brewing here amid the Hummus connosseurs worldswide?

Looking forward to hear your thoughts so the community can all share?

Are these the best hummus restaurants in 2025 - IS AI right?

Pinning down the “top 25 hummus places in the world” is inherently subjective, but I can share a strong, well–researched list of hummus / hummusiya (hummus-specialty) joints that are widely celebrated by food critics, locals, travel guides and hummus aficionados. If you tell me a region (e.g. Europe, USA, Middle East) I can narrow the list further.

Here are 25 outstanding places known for their hummus (in no strict rank order, but grouped somewhat by region):

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🌍 Middle East / Levant / Eastern Mediterranean

1. Abu Hassan (Ali Karavan) — Jaffa / Tel Aviv, Israel
   Perhaps the most legendary hummus spot in Israel. Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3TasteAtlas+3

2. Azura — Jerusalem, Israel
   A classic “old-city style” Jerusalem hummus spot. TasteAtlas+2TasteAtlas+2

3. Lina Hummus — Jerusalem, Israel
   Frequently cited in lists of top Hummus in Jerusalem / Israel. TasteAtlas+2Two Paper Boats+2

4. Abu Shukri — Jerusalem, Israel
   Known for hand-prepared hummus in the Old City area. Wikipedia+1

5. Hummus Said — Acre (Akko), Israel
   A much-praised “hummusiya” in the northern coastal town. Tripadvisor+2ISRAEL21c+2

6. Hummus Haviv — Jerusalem, Israel
   Known for its “sweet hummus” variant with date honey. Two Paper Boats

7. Tahini’s Hummus — Jerusalem, Israel
   Known for offering free hummus refills, interesting toppings (green/red sauces). Two Paper Boats

8. Al Halabi — Beirut / Lebanon
   Lebanese sources often name Al Halabi’s hummus among Lebanon’s best. NoGarlicNoOnions+1

9. Fouad Massaad — Zahle, Lebanon
   A longtime traditional breakfast spot known for excellent hummus + ful. NoGarlicNoOnions

10. Baroud / Mazraani — Tyre, Lebanon
    Street / local style hummus & foul places that get high praise. NoGarlicNoOnions

11. Bayrut Street Food — Beirut, Lebanon
    Modern concept with a well-loved hummus offering. NoGarlicNoOnions

12. Abu Ghosh (Jawdat Ibrahim’s restaurant) — near Jerusalem, Israel
    The village of Abu Ghosh is famed as a “hummus capital” and the local hummus restaurant is deeply respected. Wikipedia+4Wikipedia+4katherinemartinelli.com+4

13. Hummus & Go — Cairo, Egypt
    A newer Palestinian-style hummus concept in the Cairo area. CairoScene

14. Fayruz Lebanese Restaurant — Cairo, Egypt
    One of the top ranked hummus places in Cairo per traveler reviews. Tripadvisor

15. AL Dabke — Cairo, Egypt
    Also among the top rated for hummus/Levantine fare in Cairo. Tripadvisor

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🌐 Global / Fusion & Modern

16. Bavel — Los Angeles, USA
    A modern Middle Eastern restaurant strongly praised for its hummus & mezzes. Wikipedia+1

17. Dizengoff — Philadelphia, USA
    A counter-service hummus concept by Michael Solomonov, offering several styles of hummus daily. Bon Appétit+1

18. Hummus Place — New York City, USA
    A dedicated hummus / Lebanese spot in NYC. Tripadvisor

19. Taboonette — New York City, USA
    A Mediterranean / hummus / Middle Eastern spot recommended by locals. Yelp+1

20. Ayat — New York / East Village, USA
    A beloved East Village Middle Eastern spot known for solid hummus among other dishes. Reddit

21. Tamam — New York, USA
    Another Middle Eastern / Levantine restaurant favored for hummus in NYC. Yelp

22. Taim Mediterranean Kitchen — New York, USA
    Known for bright, fresh Mediterranean / hummus offerings. Yelp

23. Onza — Tel Aviv, Israel
    Among the top picks in Tel Aviv for hummus per travel guides. Tripadvisor

24. Shlomo & Doron — Tel Aviv, Israel
    A multi-generation hummus shop serving both classic and creative styles. The Sweet Wanderlust

25. Ben Sira Hummus — Jerusalem, Israel
    Often named in TasteAtlas “best places to eat hummus” lists. TasteAtlas

Gegional breakdown of top hummus spots (or hummus-centric restaurants) from the the “top 25” and others, plus “must-visit” picks by area. Use this to plan your travels or pick which region to focus on next.

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📍 Regional Highlights & Must-Visits

Below is a breakdown by region with key hummus spots and recommendations for which ones to prioritize.

🇮🇱 Israel / Palestine / Levant

This region is the hummus heartland, so many of the “top” spots cluster here.

City / Area	Hummus Spot(s)	Notes / Why Go	Must-Visit?
Tel Aviv / Jaffa	Abu Hassan (Ali Karavan)	Often cited as the benchmark for hummus in Israel, with long lines. TasteAtlas+1	Yes, if you’re in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv	Shlomo & Doron	Multi-generation hummus tradition	Yes
Jerusalem	Azura, Lina, Abu Shukri, Ben Sira Hummus	Classic “old city” style offerings, with loyal local followings TasteAtlas+1	Yes
West Bank / Jericho	“THE BEST Hummus” (TripAdvisor listing)	For offbeat, local finds Tripadvisor	If you’re exploring the area
Abu Ghosh (village)	Local hummus restaurant by Jawdat Ibrahim	Hummus destination village	Yes, especially if exploring Jerusalem-area
Acre (Akko)	Hummus Said	Well regarded for its hummus in northern Israel	Good if you’re up north

🇱🇧 Lebanon & Surrounding Levant

Lebanese hummus is also highly regarded; many of these are in Beirut or nearby.

• Al Halabi (Beirut) — considered one of Lebanon’s top venues for hummus. NoGarlicNoOnions

• Fouad Massaad (Zahle) — traditional, longtime spot. NoGarlicNoOnions

• Bayrut Street Food — modern concept in Beirut with a focus on hummus & mezze. NoGarlicNoOnions

• Semsom, Abou Rami / Tik Tak, Al Soussi — other Lebanese names often recommended in hummus food guides. NoGarlicNoOnions

🇪🇬 Egypt & North Africa

While less dominant in the “top” lists, there are strong spots in Cairo and area.

• Hummus & Go — a Palestinian-style hummus concept in Cairo.

• Fayruz Lebanese Restaurant — praised in Cairo.

• AL Dabke — among top hummus / Levantine eateries in Cairo.

🇺🇸 North America & the Diaspora

Hummus has gained popularity worldwide, so here are standout diaspora / modern picks.

• Bavel (Los Angeles, CA, USA) — one of the most celebrated Middle Eastern restaurants in the U.S., with hummus as one of its marquee dishes. Wikipedia

• Dizengoff (Philadelphia, PA, USA) — a counter-service hummus concept (by Michael Solomonov) noted for serving multiple styles.

• Hummus Place (New York, USA)

• Taboonette, Ayat, Tamam, Taim Mediterranean Kitchen — all noted in NYC for strong hummus / Levantine offerings.

• Shaya (New Orleans, USA) — listed as a top hummus spot in New Orleans. Tripadvisor

🇬🇧 / 🇪🇺 Europe & UK

• In London, notable hummus / Levantine restaurants include Bubala and others (Eater London’s hummus map) Eater London

• L’As du Fallafel (Paris, France) — while more known for falafel, its hummus accompaniment is well regarded. Wikipedia

• Various Middle Eastern / Levantine restaurants across European cities may have standout hummus even if not “top global” names.

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📌 Must-Visit Picks by Region

If you’re planning a trip, here are “must-visit” hummus spots for each region:

• Tel Aviv, Israel: Abu Hassan (Ali Karavan)

• Jerusalem, Israel: Azura & Lina & Ben Sira Hummus

• Beirut, Lebanon: Al Halabi

• Los Angeles, USA: Bavel

• New Orleans, USA: Shaya

• Paris, France: L’As du Fallafel (for its hummus side)

• London, UK: any top Levantine / Middle Eastern hummus spot (e.g. Bubala)