Last updated August 15th 2018
We’ve all been there, craving a very specific meal from home or from that trip years ago, and not having a clue where to find it, lucky for you, the Secret Tel Aviv Community does! Scroll down to find your favorite food from all over the world in Tel Aviv, divided by continent to make it even easier!
Americas
USA
Vitrina
2 locations: Lilienblum 40 and Ibn Gvirol 36 | CENTRAL TLV
What better place to start than the US of A… land of the free, and the home of the Burger! For your burger cravings be sure to check out a Secret Tel Aviv favorite Vitrina! In the words of our top blogger Vanessa… “What’s in the meat? I don’t know. G-d knows. It could be horse. It could be turtle. It could be elephant – but whatever it is by g-d it’s delicious. It literally tastes like it’s been cooked by angels and then smothered in just the right amount of fattening, parmesan-y goodness”. Read more. For more burgers, check out our Best Burgers in Tel Aviv Guide!
Mikes Place
3 locations in Tel Aviv: Tayelet Herbert Samuel 86, Ha’Arbaa 14 (KOSHER), and Ramat HaChayal Raul Wallenberg 24 | BEACH & SARONA
Mike’s Place is a chain of ultimate American sports bars with great food, great beer, and great entertainment. Mike’s Place serves up some of the best burgers, chicken wings, and fajitas, in Tel Aviv, topped up with a large selection of draft beers and a sexy cocktail menu and a crazy happy hour from 15:00-19:00 every day (1+1 on all drinks). All the bars regularly host live music and rocking themed parties. And all the bars have an awesome setup for watching sport on tv, often staying open late to show big US games. Read more.
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Mexico
Mezcal
Vital Street 2 | FLORENTIN
No matter the question, Tequila is always the answer! For a place that makes you feel as close to real tacos as possible, check out Mezcal in trendy Florentin. Probably the most authentic Mexican food you’ll get in Tel Aviv (trust this statement, it comes from a Mexican), this is also a good spot to sit and eat and drink with friends. Read more.
Viva Mexico
HaCarmel 36 | Lunch only | SHUK HACARMEL
One of the new food stands that opened in the Shuk and this is the real deal. A Mexican family invites you into their kitchen with fresh ingredients pouring in from stalls. The strong colors will attract your attention immediately – and the dishes themselves are just as enticing! If you walk too fast you might just miss this stall. It’s about half way through the Shuk, where the road begins to descend while facing south west, the stall will be on your left hand side. Read more. For more delicious tacos and margaritas, check out our Best Mexican Restaurants in Tel Aviv Guide
Venezuela
Arepas
Herzl 77 | FLORENTIN
An arepa is like a pita, but made from corn. Like a pita, it is stuffed with loads of great fillings, favourites include chicken and avocado (and cheese) and meat and cheese! The best arepas in the city are found in the appropriately named Arepas in food stand in Shuk HaCarmel. Read more.
Brazil
Na Favela
Sderot HaYeled 18 | RAMAT GAN
Missing your caipirinhas and Brazilian vibes? Check out this hidden resto-bar in Ramat Gan, with brazilian cocktails, food and snacks, plus regular live music and parties! Read more
Argentina
Benz
Frenkel 4 | FLORENTIN
Tel Aviv’s leading Argentinian restaurant, and they make a mean burger! A mixture of beef and entrecote steak served in a sweet burger bun, topped off with their home-made BBQ Sauce! Read more.
Europe
Italy
Pankina
Gordon 39 | KOSHER | CENTRAL TLV
Mamma mia! We were a little surprised when the Secret Tel Aviv community voted Pankina as the best restaurant in Tel Aviv, but when we went checked it out ourselves we totally understood why! The kitchens are managed by two Italian chefs with over 30 years of experience each, and you can really taste the passion that goes into preparing every dish. The ingredients are fresh, the atmosphere is very Italian, the service is great… and wow, that tiramisu! Read more. For more kosher restaurants, check out our Best Kosher Restaurants in Tel Aviv Guide.
Nonno Angelo Pizzeria
Ben Yehuda 147 | KOSHER | BEACH
Two brothers making pizza like their grandfather did in Roma. Style quite similar to the Neapolitan style, relatively thin crust great balance of mozzarella cheese and super fresh tomato sauce. Try the Toscana – fresh arugula with cuts of Parmesan sprinkled, or the not-on-the-menu potato and pesto – buonissimo! Read more. For more top pizzas (including some great un-kosher options), check out our Best Pizza in Tel Aviv Guide.
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Arte Glideria
Nachalat Byniamin 11 | SHUK HACARMEL
Authentic Italian ice cream made by Italian chefs. They make Natural Gelato with only natural ingredients and the result is out of this world! The old style cream tastes just like in Italy! Every night is a great night to go, but Thursday is especially good as they have live jazz. They also have vegan options. Read more. For more delicious ice-cream, check out our Best Ice Creams in Tel Aviv Guide.
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France
Brasserie
Ibn Gvirol 70 | DELIVERY | KIKAR RABIN
Tel Aviv’s most famous French brasserie, located on Kikar Rabin. The food is delicious and NOT kosher (mmmmm meat and butter and cheese), it looks like a Parisian grand brasserie, it’s open 24/7, and now you can also get deliveries! Read more. For more great deliveries, check out our Best Deliveries in Tel Aviv Guide.
26 Hamburger Gourmet
Mikveh Israel 26 | CENTRAL TLV
26 Hamburger Gourmet takes the standard American burger, and gives it a gourmet French twist – ooooh lala! Instead of a boring bun, the burger nestles between a soft brioche. Instead of greasy fries, the burger comes with crunchy sweet potato frites. And instead of a tomato on top, check out some juicy foie gras. C’est tres magnifique! The inside is pretty small, but there are tables on the street. Read more.
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Delicatessen
Yehuda Halevi 79 | CENTRAL TLV
Modelled on a French deli, Delicatessen has a great selection of hot and cold food to take home in the beautifully decorated delicatessen downstairs, a sophisticated restaurant upstairs (open for breakfast and lunch), and tables to sit and drink a coffee and eat a croissant outside. Highlights (and there are so many) include a well-stocked fromagerie and charcuterie, delicious baked good and cakes from their sister shop The Bakery (the owner also owns The Brasserie), a quaint flower section, the best chopped liver in the city, and great pizza bases to make pizzas at home. Read more.
Greece
Greco
Uri Zvi Greenberg Street 25 | DELIVERY | RAMAT AVIV
Opa! Not only is this one of the best Greek restaurants in Tel Aviv, but it is also one of the best restaurants in Ramat Aviv! Authentic Greek food, with loads of fresh fish, delicious olive oil, feta cheese, and of course ouzo! Read more
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Spain
Vicky Cristina
Hatachana, Neve Tzedek | CENTRAL TLV
Ole! Get into the Spanish mood with a night of tapas and sangria! Located in Hatachana, in a beautiful courtyard and under an antique Ficus tree, they offer a wide selection of authentic food and wine – it’s a great place for a date night. Read more
Germany
Biergarten 1040
Namal Tel Aviv | NORTH TLV
For anyone craving beer and sausages, Biergarten 1040 is the right place to go! With seven different types of beer from the world’s oldest brewery and an original and extensive Bavarian menu with Pretzels, Schnitzels, Sausages and more. The Sausages are not just ‘sausages’ – some of them were made especially for the 1040 Biergarten by sausage maker Alan Talmor. Read more
England
Joseph ‘N’ Sons
Malkhei Yisra’el St 10 | KIKAR RABIN
If you’ve got that craving for a good fish n chips, check out Joseph N Sons in Kikar Rabin! They make delicious battered fish and seafood, great chips, and of course beer to wash everything down! They even have vinegar for the real English experience! Read more
Portugal
Tchernichovsky 6
Tchernichovsky 6 | SHUK HACARMEL
Tel Aviv’s premier Portuguese restaurant ticks all the boxes – delicious fish and bacalhau, great pregos (steak sandwich), and a huge wine menu! Read more
Ireland
Molly Blooms
Two locations in Tel Aviv: Sarona and Hayarkon | BEACH & SARONA
For those times that you need a good friendly Irish pub, there is nowhere better than Molly Blooms. With delicious home-cooked Irish food, amazing beer and of course Guiness, Irish music nights, loads of live sports on the tele, plus of course the best St Patricks Day Party in Tel Aviv – Sláinte chugat! Read more
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Asia
India
Salam Bombey
Allenby 124 | Lunch only | CENTRAL TLV
There is no better comfort food than home-made Indian cuisine, and what a better place to satisfy your craving than in Salam Bombay, a small restaurant on Allenby that serves lovingly prepared food by an Indian couple from Bombay. It’s only open at lunchtime, but the portions are big and the prices are low. Definitely worth checking out for a healthy, flavoursome Indian-eating experience. Read more. For more delicious Indian restaurants in Tel Aviv, check out our guide for the Best Indian Restaurants in Tel Aviv.
China
Xing Long
Shalma Rd. 134 | DELIVERY | SOUTH TLV
If you are looking for Chinese food similar to the one you find in restaurants you in the US, Xing Long is your best bet! It is famous for its excellent Chinese delivery, huge business lunch, great customer service, cheap prices, and delicious Duck in Orange Sauce. Read more. Satisfy your Chinese food craving with our Best Chinese Restaurants in Tel Aviv guide.
Japan
FU Sushi
Yirmiyahu Street 32 | DELIVERY | NORTH TLV
Sushi is probably the biggest food trend in Tel Aviv at the moment! The Secret Tel Aviv community voted for their favorite ones and Fu came up winner! It is no surprise, since at Fu every dish is prepared to perfection with fresh fish. Read more. Looking for Tel Aviv’s Best Sushi Restaurants? Check out our Best Sushi Restaurants in Tel Aviv Guide.
Thailand
Thai House
Bograshov 8 | BEACH
In the mood for Asian food, but tired of sushi and lo mein? You should try Thai House! It is Secret Tel Aviv’s favorite Thai restaurant. The place itself makes you feel like you are not in the crazy Tel Aviv, but in some beach in Asia. They offer an extensive menu (with many vegetarian and vegan options) with good sized portions and great exotic drinks. Read more. Try other Southeast Asian restaurants! Check out Best Thai and Southeast Asian Restaurants in Tel Aviv Guide.
Vietnam
Vong
Sderot Rothschild 15 | DELIVERY | CENTRAL TLV
There’s some great Vietnamese restaurants in Tel Aviv, and one of our favorites in Vong! The food is seasoned to perfection with top ingredients, portions are very satisfying and prices are fair, they’ve got delicious buns, and it does delivery! Read more
Iran
Zakaim
Simtat Beit HaSho’eva 16 | CENTRAL TLV
Iranian food (or Persian food) is colorful and fresh, filled with vegetables, seeds and dried fruit! Zakaim is not only one of the best restaurants for this type of food, but it’s also vegan! All the food is fresh and locally sourced, and prepared lovingly in creative ways. Read more. Check out more vegan restaurants in our Guide to the Best Vegan Restaurants in Tel Aviv.
Africa
Ethiopia
Tenat
Tchelnov 27a | SOUTH TLV
Have you ever tried Ethiopian food? Tenat is a great place to do so! The restaurant in South Tel Aviv offers delicious vegan food (and it’s also gluten free if you where wondering), the owner Yitzchak is a great host that will make you feel at home. Read more.
South Africa
Bunny Chow
Rothschild Blvd 36 | CENTRAL TLV
Bunny Chow was born out of the townships of South Africa, where the Indian workers didn’t have time for a long lunch. Their ingenious solution: stuff your delicious natural home-made curry in a white roll and eat with your hands. Check them out in the Rothschild Allenby Shuk. Read more
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After all that, do you still prefer an Israeli pita sandwich?
Israel
Miznon
Three locations in Israel: 30 King George, Ibn Gvirol 21, and Ramat HaChayal in North Tel Aviv. Plus branches in Paris and Vienna!
Eyal Shani is an Israeli celebrity chef that has given Israeli food a new life! Miznon is probably the best of his restaurants. It’s very simple – meat in pita. Costs about 50 NIS for a sandwich, and you get as much free pitot, labneh, and tehina while you are waiting as you can eat. They also have great vegan and fish options, and a tasty banana pita for dessert. Read more. Miznon was voted the Best Restaurant in Tel Aviv by Secret Tel Aviv – check out the Guide for more ideas!