Must-see restaurants in Israel

  • Mata’im

    North Coast

    Settle into the bright atrium at the restaurant of Ramat HaNadiv Gardens for brunch (until 11.30am) or a satisfying lunch of gnocchi, sandwiches and…

  • Mahroum Sweets

    Nazareth

    A family tradition since 1890, this pastry shop, which moved to a new location in 2017, is one of the best places in Israel for baklava and other syrup…

  • Elmokhtar Sweets

    Nazareth

    A brightly lit sweets emporium that could be at home in Beirut or Cairo. It has a selection of mouth-watering baklava, superb kunafeh (a hot, thin, syrupy…

  • Café Noir

    Tel Aviv

    This bustling French-style brasserie shines for its signature schnitzels and consistently excellent salads and pastas. It's worth paying extra for a bread…

  • Abu Jabal

    Golan Heights

    Serves up some of the Golan's tastiest Arab pastries. Look for a red-and-white sign with Hebrew and Russian lettering.

  • Souq

    Nazareth

    Fruit, veggies, bread and even pita pizzas are on sale along the narrow, winding alleys of the Old City’s market.

  • Felafel Michelle

    Haifa

    This hummus and falafel place is one of the most locally admired holes in the wall in Wadi Nisnas. Come hungry.

  • Co-op Shop

    Golan Heights

    Picnic supplies for a hike or Shabbat. Situated 100m east of Merkaz Eitan commercial centre.

  • Abu Zeid

    Golan Heights

    Sells scrumptious Arab desserts. The sign has pink Hebrew lettering.

  • Exterior of Beit Lechem Hummus.

    Beit Lechem Hummus

    Tel Aviv

    The free self-service tshai nana (mint tea) is a nice touch, but Florentin regulars are drawn here solely on the strength of the hummus. Choose from fuul …

  • Anastasia

    Tel Aviv

    A veritable dream for vegans, Anastasia has it all – breakfasts, salads, soups, sandwiches and more. Set on the leafy corner of Frischmann and Reines Sts,…

  • Tenat

    Tel Aviv

    Take a trip to Africa with this small, funky Ethiopian vegan restaurant. It may be situated in a rundown area of the city, but the food here is well worth…

  • Joseph & Sons

    Tel Aviv

    Head to the south side of Rabin Sq for English-inspired fish and chips with an Israeli twist (of lemon). Yes, Joseph & Sons has fine cod and chips (the…

  • Susu & Sons

    Tel Aviv

    Modestly claiming to serve ‘the best hamburgers in the universe’, Susu & Sons does set the burger bar high. It's been an instant hit, so expect long…

  • Don Camillo

    Tel Aviv

    The 'Don' is a cut above the rest of Tel Aviv's Italian restaurants. Located in the prestigious Jaffa Hotel, diners can sit in the restored 19th-century…

  • Faces

    Haifa

    Veal stroganoff, Cordon Bleu–style chicken medallions and mussels in Pernod form an eclectic menu that borrows from multiple Mediterranean cuisines…

  • Cafe Xoho

    Tel Aviv

    Xoho is a cafe with more than a hint of an American accent. Run by Anglos and popular with English-speakers, it's close to the Dizengoff St scene cafe but…

  • Cafe Lucia

    Tel Aviv

    Every neighbourhood should have its own Cafe Lucia. Known for its breads and pastries (the owners also operate the Lachmanina Bakery), its shady street…

  • Hôtel de Ville

    Tel Aviv

    A smallish gastro bar that packs a big punch, Hôtel de Ville opened in 2018 and has gained a reputation as one of the best new places to eat in TLV. Chef…

  • Casbah Cafe

    Tel Aviv

    One of the most popular cheap eateries in the hip neighbourhood of Florentin, Casbah is run by the same people behind the equally cool Hoodna Bar, just…

  • Mandarin

    Haifa

    Hidden away behind busy HaNassi Ave, this chain cafe serves a hotchpotch of East-meets-West recipes – with varying success. Offerings range from pad ka…

  • Movieing

    Tel Aviv

    Movieing feels like a quintessential Tel Aviv cafe. Packed with good-looking people, it has everything a local caff needs – fab breakfasts with poached…

  • Fu

    Tel Aviv

    A staple of north Tel Aviv, Fu is predominantly a sushi restaurant that also serves some of the best noodles in town. Right near the fashionable corner of…

  • Bana

    Tel Aviv

    A stylish restaurant on the corner of Nachmani and Yehuda HaLevi Sts, Bana has a vegan buffet serving seasonal dishes. With its ideal location and modern…

  • Fat Cow

    Tel Aviv

    Serving up one of the meatiest burgers in town, Fat Cow unashamedly caters for carnivores: the butcher’s knives displayed on the walls next to the heavy…

  • Landwer Café

    Tel Aviv

    Fantastic for kids, this branch of the Landwer chain, next to Gordon Swimming Pool and Tel Aviv Marina, has plenty of space for families to chill…

  • The Bakery

    Tel Aviv

    Run by the same company that own the popular Brasserie M&R, the Bakery is a smallish cafe with a similar French atmosphere. More than a regular coffee bar…

  • Onza

    Tel Aviv

    Onza taps into the buzz of the Jaffa flea market with its lively atmosphere of music, cocktails and gourmet food. Influenced by the Ottoman-era…

  • Shtampfer

    Israel

    Named after one of the founders of the city of Petah Tikva, Shtampfer is located in the centre of town and attracts a lively multinational crowd, which…

  • Cafe Popular

    Tel Aviv

    Popular not just by name, this spot is also one of Tel Aviv's trendiest new cocktail bars, where DJs spin until late. Set on the ground floor of a new…

  • Taqueria

    Tel Aviv

    Popular with young Tel Avivians, Taqueria is a down-to-earth Mexican joint with very reasonably priced tacos and burritos, plus probably the best nachos…

  • Gelateria Siciliana

    Tel Aviv

    This branch of the popular ice-cream chain offers some much-needed Italian ice cream on those hot and humid summer days. More than an ice-cream shop, it…

  • Vaniglia

    Tel Aviv

    A popular boutique ice-cream parlour, Vaniglia has branches in Sarona, the Old Railway Station and Ibn Gabirol St. But our favourite is this one with a…

  • Room Service

    Tel Aviv

    It’s impossible to miss this large restaurant on the corner of Dizengoff St and Nordau Blvd with its antique furniture outside. The menu is standard…

  • Al Diyar

    Haifa

    This large, family-focused restaurant is a hit with Haifa's Arab community. It serves a familiar range of Middle Eastern classics – huge spreads of…

  • Giraffe

    Tel Aviv

    Robustly flavoured pan-Asian dishes including dumplings, noodles and sushi rolls are served at this bustling branch of the popular local chain. The food…

  • Bordo

    North Coast

    With indoor and outdoor tables, this reliable cafe busily prepares pizzas, salads and omelettes – which seem like a mere side dishes next to their…

  • Benedict

    Israel

    The Herzliya branch of this popular Tel Aviv all-day breakfast joint is as liked as its inner-city equivalents. Diners can fill up on eggs Benedict,…

  • Gelateria Siciliana

    Israel

    This local branch of the Tel Aviv gelateria hits the spot with its sheer array of flavours of ice cream and sorbet, plus cookies and chocolate brownies…

  • Mama Cafe

    Nazareth

    Decorated with colourful photos by local artists, this mellow cafe and cake shop serves sandwiches, fresh-squeezed juices and homemade baked goods,…

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