Tel Aviv is well known for its bustling fish markets. This vibrant city on the Mediterranean coast of Israel serves up a selection of mouthwatering seafood and educates locals and tourists alike about the diversity of marine life in the Tel Aviv area.
The most popular Tel Aviv Fish Markets are Nachlat Yosef, Micha'el’s and Avraham Avinu. Here, you will find a variety of inviting stalls stocked with unique types of fish. Mullus barbatus – also known as Red Gurnard – is one particular specialty from this region that visitors will come across while meandering through these busy marketplaces.
You can also purchase some fresh-caught delicacies such as Mako Shark, Sea Bass, Tuna and Salmon. These catches come right off boats in nearby ports including Jaffa, Ashdod and Caesarea Maritima.
Another standout feature at these seafood meccas is the array of prepared dishes offered by many vendors within each Fish Market—from tomato salads topped off with salty anchovies to grilled shrimps marinated in garlic butter or lemon juice.
Whether you plan to cook up some entrees yourself or partake in pre-made goodies from the local eateries—the Dusky Grouper kebab stall included—the Fish Markets offer something for everyone!
At Nachlat Yosef market there is an entire pavilion dedicated to live sea creatures like mussels, octopus, crabs and lobsters. Plus: it doubles as an outdoor seating area local restaurants have outdoor seating areas serving fresh fish along with some traditional Israeli staples like hummus bowls topped off with dollops of tartar sauce.