Grandpa’s Kitchen Pizza Food Truck by the Dead Sea
Route 90 near the former Mineral Beach junction, below Mitzpe Shalem, Israel
Overview
Grandpa’s Kitchen is a pizza food truck on Route 90 near the former Mineral Beach junction, below Kibbutz Mitzpe Shalem. It provides a small independent food stop for travelers moving between the northern Dead Sea, Ein Gedi and the central shoreline.
The food truck also accepts advance arrangements for private groups and events in the Dead Sea region. Public opening days can change, so call before building a journey around the stop.
What does Grandpa’s Kitchen serve?
Current regional sources identify handmade pizza as the food truck’s central offering. The business prepares pizza from fresh dough with tomato sauce and mozzarella. This page does not publish a full menu because toppings, sizes, dietary options and availability can change.
Ask about the current menu when you call, especially if your group has allergies, dietary requirements or needs more than a quick individual order.
Finding the food truck
The published location is by the old Mineral Beach junction on Route 90, below Mitzpe Shalem. This is a roadside Dead Sea stop, not a restaurant inside the Ein Bokek hotel district.
Mobile businesses and roadside operating points can move or pause service. Confirm that the food truck will be at the junction on your travel date and ask for precise arrival instructions.
Private groups and events
Current regional records also describe pizza catering for coordinated events in local camps, outdoor sites and other Dead Sea venues. An event service is different from arriving at the roadside food truck. Discuss the date, group size, venue, menu, service format, price and cancellation terms directly before relying on it.
Planning a northern Dead Sea stop
Grandpa’s Kitchen can fit after a hike, beach visit or activity near Mitzpe Shalem. Use the Dead Sea Israel guide to understand the regional distances, and check Dead Sea dining options if you need a fixed-location alternative.
Do not leave food or rubbish at roadside and nature sites. In hot weather, keep enough drinking water in the vehicle even when planning a food stop.
Contact and practical details
- Area: Route 90 near the former Mineral Beach junction, below Mitzpe Shalem
- Telephone: 053-330-9029
- Public visits: Call ahead
- Event service: Advance coordination required
- Confirm before traveling: Current location, opening, menu, dietary needs, payment method and event terms
Frequently asked questions
Is Grandpa’s Kitchen a permanent restaurant?
It is listed as a food truck. Confirm its current operating point and public opening before traveling.
What food is Grandpa’s Kitchen known for?
Current regional sources consistently identify handmade pizza as its main offering.
Where is the food truck located?
The published location is near the former Mineral Beach junction on Route 90, below Kibbutz Mitzpe Shalem. Call for current directions.
Can Grandpa’s Kitchen cater a private event?
Current sources describe coordinated pizza service for local events. Availability, venue requirements, price and service format must be agreed in advance.
Is it close to Ein Bokek?
No. It is in the Mitzpe Shalem area, north of Ein Gedi and the Ein Bokek hotel district. Check driving time before adding it to your route.