David TLV food&bar

Concept The Israeli name "David" alludes to the story of the young David's victory over the mighty Goliath. The creators of the gastropub had this story in mind, hoping for success, and in just a month, they transformed a small space (formerly the Primitivo bar) into a bold bistro. By the way, one of the co-owners is named David. It's very characteristic of Israeli style to personalize a place, not to overthink the design, and to focus on the food.

Cuisine Many people are drawn to the flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine: on the one hand, it uses familiar and simple ingredients, and on the other hand, it offers richness and uniqueness. "Jewish" cuisine has always been a part of our culture, so everyone will find something to their liking: some will enjoy shakshuka for a hangover, while others will prefer pomegranate infusions. Igor Sosenkov, the chef at "David" (formerly of Mitzva, Bix, and Sionist), has managed to create a Middle Eastern cuisine that is both authentic and adapted for the Moscow audience. Many of the dishes are familiar to most people: hummus, shawarma, shakshuka, falafel. This is a "classic" set of Israeli dishes: familiar and well-known, but the menu will constantly be updated and expanded. Shakshuka made with farm-fresh eggs: from the classic version (450 rubles) to shakshuka with shredded beef (550 rubles) and with falafel (500 rubles). Hummus options: classic (390 rubles), spicy pepper (410 rubles), spinach and feta (400 rubles), beetroot (410 rubles), eggplant (490 rubles), a set of five (900 rubles). Classic Israeli appetizers: tapenade (250 rubles), marinated vegetables (190 rubles), baba ghanoush (250 rubles), chicken liver pate (250 rubles), sets of 3/6 (590 rubles / 1050 rubles). Main courses: lentil soup (380 rubles); cauliflower "vera hat" (580 rubles); cod marinated in amba with beans (850 rubles); schnitzel (580 rubles); "eysik flesh" (550 rubles); cheese pie (450 rubles). Shawarma in pita or on a plate: with lamb in laff (490 rubles), beef kebab (510 rubles). Homemade pita, hala, and laff bread. For dessert: chocolate "babka" with marshmallows and nuts with a sauce of your choice (390 rubles), a light milk dessert called "malabi" (390 rubles). Bar The bar menu focuses on infusions made with ingredients characteristic of the region, as well as wine. Wine. "David" is built on the foundation of the Primitivo wine bar, and a large wine selection has been inherited. The decision was made to leverage this feature, so it was divided into "standard" and "wine selection." "Standard" offers a straightforward menu with basic wines, with 4 varieties in each category, for those who simply want "a glass of white wine." Prices per glass start at 290 rubles, and per bottle at 1740 rubles. "Wine Selection" is a rotating selection of different offerings, limited in quantity and time, but interesting in terms of taste and price. Infusions. Most of the infusions are based on ingredients characteristic of the region: dates, pomegranate, citrus fruits, bananas, figs; but also others: with berry flavors like barberry and raspberry; and for those who like smoky flavors, there are options with grape or smoked pear. All infusions are 150 rubles for 30 ml and 300 rubles for 60 ml. Cocktails. Classic drinks with an Israeli twist: a "Citrus Spritz" with yuzu instead of lemon, the Middle Eastern flavor of pomegranate in a "Negroni," a "Shakshuka Bloody Mary" with vegetables and spices, and shakshuka itself. All cocktails are 590 rubles. Despite the reduction in the range of Israeli drinks, the bar menu will feature a variety of interesting drinks from the region. Interior The team decided to open "David" without major renovations of the former Primitivo bar, transforming the space into a Tel Aviv-style bistro: vintage furniture, lots of greenery, and rugs. Resource conservation is one of the key aspects of the concept. A chandelier, which has become a focal point in the interior, was taken from the wine bar, a sign from the old facade was used to create a welcoming inscription on the wall ("Shalom"), park benches, vintage lamps, chairs, and tables were found on "Avito," and the tableware (a collection that is constantly being expanded) is collected from flea markets. The space is compact, with a well-thought-out layout, where everyone can choose how they want to spend their time: having a drink at the bar or sitting at a table for dinner.