Must-see restaurants in Tel Aviv

  • Taizu

    Tel Aviv

    Indian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Cambodian flavours shine through the elements at this upscale 'AsiaTerranean' fusion restaurant, and a dinner here…

  • Miznon

    Tel Aviv

    The vibe here is bustling, the prices are (very) reasonable and the staff is friendly and full of energy. And let's not forget the most important thing:…

  • Old Man & the Sea

    Tel Aviv

    As classic as the Hemingway novel of the same name, this Old Man is still at the top of its game. Spacious enough for dozens of waiters to serve hundreds…

  • Kalamata

    Tel Aviv

    A real Tel Aviv taverna, this cute restaurant, set in a 500-year-old house on the main tourist square, offers a predominantly Greek and Cypriot menu but…

  • Ha’achim

    Tel Aviv

    Ha’achim, meaning ‘the brothers’ in Hebrew, has a distinctly Mediterranean menu of hummus, labneh (thick yoghurt flavoured with garlic and sometimes with…

  • Dalida

    Tel Aviv

    One of Florentin’s finest, Dalida is named after and inspired by the former Miss Egypt and iconic '60s singer who, like the food here, blended Arab,…

  • Ali Caravan

    Tel Aviv

    If hummus is a religion, then Ali Caravan could well be its Mecca. This tiny restaurant near Jaffa Port offers a limited menu of three hummus choices:…

  • Tamara

    Tel Aviv

    Indulgent but delicious, Tamara, near Gordon Beach, is the best frozen yoghurt in town (and there are a few to contend with). Enjoy your cup plain or…

  • Tamara

    Tel Aviv

    Like its other branch on Ben Yehuda St, Tamara offers the best frozen yoghurt in Tel Aviv. Located on the corner of Rothschild Blvd and Nahalat Binyamin…

  • Arte

    Tel Aviv

    No ordinary ice-cream shop, Arte sells bona fide gelato in the heart of the Nahalat Binyamin Crafts Market. Run by chefs Stefania Pagani and Marco…

  • Port Sa'id

    Tel Aviv

    The mothership for inner-city hipsters, this restaurant-bar next to the Great Synagogue is decorated with a library of vinyl records on wooden shelves and…

  • Ouzeria

    Tel Aviv

    Popular with locals of every age and style, this exuberant corner restaurant in the Levinsk Spice Market precinct is busy every night, but is absolutely…

  • Vitrina

    Tel Aviv

    Vitrina is the Hebrew term for a glass-fronted display case, the kind of mouthwatering window that taunts delicatessen-goers with views of edible treats…

  • Miznon

    Tel Aviv

    Slightly smaller than its sibling branch on King George St, this Miznon is not lacking in atmosphere. The staff shout orders at the chefs behind the…

  • Benedict

    Tel Aviv

    Younger and bigger than its sister branch on Ben Yehuda St, Benedict Rothschild has its own unique charm and is based more on a New York–style diner. As…

  • 416

    Tel Aviv

    This is a vegan restaurant with attitude. The concept is simple: take comfort food favourites and serve them with all the trimmings (without harming any…

  • Barbunia

    Tel Aviv

    Going strong for nearly three decades, Barbunia is older than most of Tel Aviv’s residents. The no-frills, paper tablecloths add to the charm of this fish…

  • Hotel Montefiore

    Tel Aviv

    For a special night out, look no further than the Montefiore's French-flavoured restaurant with a Vietnamese twist. Though not quiet (the place is far too…

  • Zakaim

    Tel Aviv

    Despite its 100% vegan menu, chef Harel Zakaim’s restaurant – hidden down an alleyway off 98 Allenby St – is a taste-fest for nonvegans. Dishes range from…

  • Anita

    Tel Aviv

    Neve Tzedek's 'Mama of Gelato' has a loyal local following, a fact that will immediately become apparent if you head here on a summer evening. Flavours…

  • Delicatessen

    Tel Aviv

    Occupying two floors of a quintessentially white-plastered Tel Aviv apartment building, this chic eatery offers an opportunity to dine al fresco on one of…

  • Sultana

    Tel Aviv

    This entirely vegan shawarma joint is planted along the centre of Ibn Gvirol, Tel Aviv’s greasy food artery, and entices diners with roasting seitan on a…

  • Urban Shaman

    Tel Aviv

    While juice bars are easy to come by in Tel Aviv, the folks behind Urban Shaman – a naturopath and journalist duo – get a green star for their carefully…

  • HaBureka

    Tel Aviv

    The sounds of Carmel Market are many – but the most audible, in the heart of the market, is that of a sole man shouting 'bourekas, bourekas!' from a…

  • Romano

    Tel Aviv

    A hidden hipster gem, the entrance to Romano is deceiving. Behind the graffiti and gates, through a courtyard and up a staircase, this restaurant is one…

  • Goocha

    Tel Aviv

    Not to be confused with its newer sibling restaurant, the Goocha Diner on Ibn Gabirol St, Goocha is the original and better of the two. Locals and…

  • Dallal

    Tel Aviv

    For one of Tel Aviv's best brunches, head here on Saturday between noon and 6pm, when the garden tables are full of locals noshing on organic egg dishes,…

  • HaKosem

    Tel Aviv

    One of the friendliest falafel stalls in town, HaKosem (the Magician) is a popular snack stop on the corner of King George St. Aside from its trademark…

  • Puaa

    Tel Aviv

    The thrift-shop-chic decor is truly authentic here – every piece of furniture and every decorative knicknack is for sale. In the midst of the flea-market…

  • Savta

    Tel Aviv

    Just south of Rabin Sq, this cheery, chequerboard-floored kiosk slings hearty sub-style sandwiches with quality ingredients. Hip, friendly workers craft…

  • Cafe Nordoy

    Tel Aviv

    Supercool Nordoy will send your tastebuds on a trip. From cheese platters and an expansive vegetarian menu to fish and meat, everything at this classic…

  • Brasserie M&R

    Tel Aviv

    Somewhat officious maîtres d’ orchestrate the service at this hugely popular cafe-brasserie opposite Rabin Sq. The art deco–inspired interior is très…

  • Benedict

    Tel Aviv

    Those craving blueberry pancakes, bacon and eggs, shakshuka or eggs Benedict at five in the afternoon – or, for that matter, in the morning – need go no…

  • North Abraxas

    Tel Aviv

    The food at this flamboyant place is relegated to secondary importance – here, it's all about the vibe. Sitting at the bar and watching the chefs and…

  • Manta Ray

    Tel Aviv

    It's stylish, casual and at the beach – the perfect Tel Avivian triumvirate. On the slope directly above Alma Beach, this is the summer breakfast and…

  • Meshek Barzilay

    Tel Aviv

    Vegetarians and vegans are well catered for in Tel Aviv, but this place goes that extra mile when it comes to making them happy. One of only two…

  • Vong

    Tel Aviv

    If you’re looking for huge bowls of Vietnamese food, then Vong is for you. Located on Rothschild Blvd, opposite Independence Hall, it’s now an institution…

  • Bar Ochel

    Tel Aviv

    A lively bastion of meaty Mediterranean delights, Ochel (simply meaning 'food' in Hebrew) epitomises the concept of locally sourced cuisine. The…

  • Thai House

    Tel Aviv

    Bamboo-laden walls, ceilings, art and furnishings whisk diners from Tel Aviv's concrete frenzy to a Southeast Asian beach hut scene. Home to the first and…

  • Shila

    Tel Aviv

    Only a castanet click or two away from the beach, Sharo Cohen's Spanish-inspired seafood restaurant offers an array of vividly coloured and robustly…

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