A comforting, slow-cooked stew made with green peas and meat in a spiced tomato and onion sauce.
5 top-rated spots found
Located in a restored 16th-century mansion, El Ali elevates the humble pea stew into a gourmet experience. Their version is celebrated for the depth of the 'sauce rouge' which is simmered for hours until the lamb is fork-tender and the peas have absorbed the essence of the Tabil spice blend.
📍 45 Rue Jemaâ Ez Zitouna, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
Widely considered the most prestigious restaurant in the country, Dar El Jeld serves a refined version of Jilbana that focuses on the purity of ingredients. The peas are hand-selected for sweetness, and the consistency of the stew is perfectly balanced—neither too watery nor too thick.
📍 5 Rue Dar El Jeld, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
Chez Slah is a local institution known for consistency. Their Jilbana feels like a Sunday meal at a Tunisian grandmother's house. It is unpretentious, hearty, and relies on the freshness of the daily market haul rather than fancy plating.
📍 14 bis, Rue Pierre de Coubertin, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
The ambiance of the open-air courtyard enhances the earthy flavors of their Jilbana. They are particularly praised for the 'Jilbana b'el Qanaria' (peas with artichoke hearts), which adds a unique textural contrast to the dish.
📍 9 bis Souk El Attarine, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
This is where the locals go for a quick, incredibly cheap, and soul-warming bowl of stew. It is a 'gargote' (small eatery) where the Jilbana is cooked in massive pots and served piping hot with a side of spicy harissa.
📍 Rue du Ghana, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps