I had lunch yesterday at Azia 19. The food was absolutely incredible. I had the spicy ramen with tongue. And we shared the mochi dessert. The egg was perfectly yammy, the presentation and ambiance were wonderful. I am definitely coming back to try the rest of the menu as it was super difficult to choose as I wanted to try it all.
we had am amazing experience both as a couple and as a group of 8 when we came to celebrate a birthday to a friend.
The food was really surprising, as it is really unique in terms of tastes and size (not finger food at all!)
Drinks were great (we had a few cocktails) and overall environment was truly fun as service was good but not heavy at all, the guys were in a good vibe there.
5
Our favourite restaurant in Jerusalem to come to for special anniversaries! Ambience, vibe, food is all excellent - 10/10!!
5
The food, atmosphere, service, and overall quality are truly unmatched. I’ve had Japanese cuisine all over the world and in many places throughout Israel, but the experience at Azia 19 stands out as exceptional. The level of quality is outstanding, and the chef team absolutely deserves a round of applause 👏🏼. Keep up the incredible work! If you’re in Jerusalem, this is a must-try spot that should be at the top of your list.
1
⭐ 1/5 – Rude, chaotic service that ruins the entire experience
The positive reviews for AZIA 19 are genuinely puzzling. While the food itself was acceptable, the service was disgraceful and outright hostile.
We were a table of four, hosting visiting guests. After a reasonable start with drinks and starters, everything fell apart. Our four main courses arrived one by one—the first plate served alone, the second about four minutes later, and the final two nearly fifteen minutes after that. By the time everyone was eating, the first dish was cold. There was no apology, no explanation, and zero accountability when I questioned why the meals weren’t served together.
The manager’s behavior was even worse. He repeatedly walked past our table physically bumping into my arm, never once apologizing. After we ordered dessert, he came over and bluntly announced: “You need to leave in 10 minutes, I need your table.”
Not a request. Not an apology. A demand.
This is unacceptable in any restaurant, but especially at a place that charged over NIS 1,300 for the evening. At that price point, one expects basic courtesy, professionalism, and respect for guests. None were provided.
My guests were unimpressed, I was embarrassed as a host, and the overall experience was poor from start to finish. Despite the hype, I would not return and will actively avoid recommending AZIA 19 to anyone looking for a kosher restaurant in Jerusalem.
One star. Spend your money elsewhere.
