Local cuisine, joyful vibe
The Story of Lux
From the midday break downtown, through the windy nights of Port Street, to a family lunch on a Saturday—Lux magically transforms itself from day to night, allowing you to enjoy its special menu at all hours of the day.
Lux, a rich Mediterranean kitchen, is built on seasonal, fresh, and local ingredients, fruits of the earth and the sea, all in a vibrant atmosphere.
Responsible for the precise culinary artistry is Chef Alaa Musa, who began his journey in Acre and Tel Aviv, and continued in Sweden, where he worked in several Michelin-starred establishments. Today, Musa is considered one of Haifa’s contemporary culinary scene pioneers and business leaders.
Together with his partner Ahmad Asaadi, the two have created a groundbreaking and innovative hospitality experience at Lux, combining a unique culinary language with an atmosphere of inimitable leisure.
The Story of Lux
From the midday break downtown, through the windy nights of Port Street, to a family lunch on a Saturday—Lux magically transforms itself from day to night, allowing you to enjoy its special menu at all hours of the day.
Lux, a rich Mediterranean kitchen, is built on seasonal, fresh, and local ingredients, fruits of the earth and the sea, all in a vibrant atmosphere.
Responsible for the precise culinary artistry is Chef Ala’a Musa, who began his journey in Acre and Tel Aviv, and continued in Sweden, where he worked in several Michelin-starred establishments. Today, Musa is considered one of Haifa’s contemporary culinary scene pioneers and business leaders.
Together with his partner Ahmad Asaadi, the two have created a groundbreaking and innovative hospitality experience at Lux, combining a unique culinary language with an atmosphere of inimitable leisure.
The Chef
Chef Alaa Musa began his career at the age of 15 at the famous “Uri Buri” restaurant in Acre, where he was first exposed to the art of cooking and fascinating ingredients such as fish and seafood.
After a short period of time working hard, Musa stood out with his motivation and talent. Then he was selected by the chef to be his apprentice while simultaneously began studying the art of cooking at the “Dan Gourmet” culinary school in Haifa.
Upon completing his studies, Chef Musa decided to embark on a journey of specialization, with his first destination being Eilat. He first worked at the “Royal Beach” hotel, the flagship hotel of the Isrotel chain, and then moved to Tel Aviv where he began working at Carmela’s Chef Restaurant in Nahalat Binyamin, under the renowned chef Daniel Zach. In a short period, at the age of only 20, Musa was appointed sous-chef of the restaurant.
Musa didn’t stop there and set his sights on international opportunities. For four years, he resided in Sweden, where he worked in three Michelin-starred restaurants. The first was the French restaurant “Opera ke Llaren,” followed by the fusion European restaurant “F12,”. Lastly he joined the beloved “La Rose” which had a weekly changing menus, challenging chefs to be particularly creative.
Working in international kitchens allowed Alaa Musa to delve into the secrets of molecular gastronomy, innovative cooking techniques, and most importantly, exposed him to high-quality and complex ingredients not commonly found in Israel. After four years abroad, Musa decided to return to Acre to pursue his childhood dream and open his own restaurant.
In 2012, he and his partner opened the Middle-Eastern seafood bistro “Almarsa” (The Anchor), which brings the direct flavors of the sea to the plate in his hometown of Acre. The concept of Lux Restaurant took shape in Musa’s mind over several years, and in 2018, together with his partner Buri Ahmed Asadi, Chef Alaa Musa opened Lux—a local kitchen that combines an innovative entertainment style with an exceptional dining experience.
After establishing Lux as the best restaurant in Haifa, Musa and Asadi developed additional concepts that lead to the culinary scene on Haifa’s Downtown. In 2020, they opened “Knafeh De-Lux” together—a boutique coffee house specializing in modern Arab desserts.
In 2022, the exciting “Crudo” restaurant was born, located next to Lux —a Mediterranean-Italian seafood bar with a diverse and innovative dining experience.
Chef Alaa Musa is considered not only a leading figure among contemporary Arab cuisine chefs in the country but also a pioneer of the culinary scene on Haifa’s Port Street. Alongside his partner Ahmad Assadi, he is responsible for the culinary revitalization and entertainment of Downtown Haifa scene.
The Chef
Chef Alaa Musa began his career at the age of 15 at the famous “Uri Buri” restaurant in Acre, where he was first exposed to the art of cooking and fascinating ingredients such as fish and seafood.
After a short period of time working hard, Musa stood out with his motivation and talent. Then he was selected by the chef to be his apprentice while simultaneously began studying the art of cooking at the “Dan Gourmet” culinary school in Haifa.
Upon completing his studies, Chef Musa decided to embark on a journey of specialization, with his first destination being Eilat.
He first worked at the “Royal Beach” hotel, the flagship hotel of the Isrotel chain, and then moved to Tel Aviv where he began working at Carmela’s Chef Restaurant in Nahalat Binyamin, under the renowned chef Daniel Zach.
In a short period, at the age of only 20, Musa was appointed sous-chef of the restaurant.
Musa didn’t stop there and set his sights on international opportunities. For four years, he resided in Sweden, where he worked in three Michelin-starred restaurants. The first was the French restaurant “Opera ke Llaren,” followed by the fusion European restaurant “F12,”. Lastly he joined the beloved “La Rose” which had a weekly changing menus, challenging chefs to be particularly creative.
Working in international kitchens allowed Alaa Musa to delve into the secrets of molecular gastronomy, innovative cooking techniques, and most importantly, exposed him to high-quality and complex ingredients not commonly found in Israel. After four years abroad, Musa decided to return to Acre to pursue his childhood dream and open his own restaurant.
In 2012, he and his partner opened the Middle-Eastern seafood bistro “Almarsa” (The Anchor), which brings the direct flavors of the sea to the plate in his hometown of Acre. The concept of Lux Restaurant took shape in Musa’s mind over several years, and in 2018, together with his partner Buri Ahmed Asadi, Chef Alaa Musa opened Lux—a local kitchen that combines an innovative entertainment style with an exceptional dining experience.
After establishing Lux as the best restaurant in Haifa, Musa and Assadi developed additional concepts that lead to the culinary scene on Haifa’s Downtown. In 2020, they opened “Knafeh De-Lux” together—a boutique coffee house specializing in modern Arab desserts.
In 2022, the exciting “Crudo” restaurant was born, located next to Lux —a Mediterranean-Italian seafood bar with a diverse and innovative dining experience.
Chef Alaa Musa is considered not only a leading figure among contemporary Arab cuisine chefs in the country but also a pioneer of the culinary scene on Haifa’s Port Street. Alongside his partner Ahmad Assadi, he is responsible for the culinary revitalization and entertainment of Downtown Haifa scene.
