Seafood restaurants in Tel Aviv are among some of the best in the world. The city is perched along the Mediterranean coast, providing access to an abundance of abundant and diverse seafood. Freshness is not a concern at these establishments; their proximity to the ocean ensures their access to only top-quality, sustainable fish and shellfish.
If you are looking for somewhere special to go out for dinner or simply on holiday, there is no shortage of fine-dining restaurants offering fresh seafood dishes. For example, some of the finest places will offer catches bought directly from local fishermen who have caught them right off Israel's skies that morning.
Regardless of what type of seafood you prefer, Tel Aviv has something for everyone. You can find a range traditional Mediterranean cuisine as well as regional specialities from around Israel including fish cakes from Ashkelon and Orange Octopus from Bat Yam with an array of exquisite sauces – such as jalapeno salsa or garlic studded Aioli sauce - that pair nicely with many dishes.
The city also hosts plenty more casual places where you can order up delicious fish without having to break into your vacation fund. Many offer local fish sandwiches served hot off the grill with homemade tartar sauce or other flavorful accompaniments like 'tsatsiki' (yogurt dip) and hummus.
Tel Aviv's dining scene also offers smaller establishments serving bistro-style dishes inspired by French cooking while others may serve locally inspired dishes featuring Mahi Mahi or fried Calamari paired with select wines carefully chosen by sommeliers.