Dining in Herzliya
Herzliya boasts a thriving food industry that caters to every taste, with options to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner in your room or even on the beach. The city is known for its small cafes that offer a level of service and cuisine quality comparable to fine dining restaurants.
Based on tourist reviews from various forums, here are some of the most popular restaurants and cafes in Herzliya:
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Segev: This business-class restaurant is owned by Chef Moshe Segev, one of Israel's most renowned chefs. Located in Herzliya Pituach, at the corner of Nef Tzedek Street, Segev's interior decor incorporates small details and elements that mimic the street's look while maintaining an exclusive ambiance. The restaurant's menu changes periodically, offering a diverse culinary experience.
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Tavola: An Italian restaurant situated in the heart of Herzliya, at the end of a charming ancient alley. The restaurant's setting provides a homely atmosphere that welcomes guests from the moment they arrive. Tavola offers a rich menu, allowing each guest to select their preferred dish and drink. A comprehensive dinner for two, including two glasses of wine, costs approximately 26 EUR at Tavola—a reasonable price for Herzliya and Israel in general. The restaurant offers both regular and celebration menus.
Fans of South American cuisine can look into the restaurant "El Gaucho". The interior is reminiscent of Argentina, and appetizing juicy meat dishes cooked on the grill and tantalizing with spicy aromas will only enhance the feeling of festivity.
The restaurant Yam 7 gives a great opportunity to taste exquisite dishes right on the beach, under the magic whisper of the waves, in a cozy informal atmosphere.
If you love French cuisine, stop by Entrecote de Paris for authentic French profiteroles.
In the heart of Herzliya Pitauch is Etnika, a restaurant that serves kosher food that meets all the requirements of kashrut (Jewish food laws). Moreover, you can see all the ingredients and the cooking process with your own eyes. There are Oriental, Moroccan and Temani cuisines.
Vino Socca is another kosher restaurant that exudes European luxury. The ambiance features antique furniture, grand chandeliers, brassware, silver candlesticks, Versailles parquet flooring, stone columns, valuable artworks, European porcelain, silver cutlery, and antique crystal glasses.
For a trendy seafood experience, don't miss Ocean. This restaurant offers a wide array of delectable seafood dishes and creates a fabulous, fairy-tale atmosphere that envelops diners from the moment they step in, as if they've plunged into the depths of the ocean.
In Herzliya, as in the rest of Israel, you can enjoy delicious street food from various stalls, offering a wide range of options:
- Falafel: Typically made from hummus grains or sometimes beans, mixed with parsley and spices, served in a pita and topped with pickled vegetables, salad, and tahini.
- Israeli Shawarma: Usually made from turkey meat, served in pita bread with salad, pickles, and tahini.
- Sabiach: A traditional dish with fried eggplant, eggs, salad, pickles, and tahini, served in a pita.
- Tunisian-Style Sandwich: Made from a baguette filled with egg, pickled lemon, lettuce, and roasted hot peppers.
- Lafa: An Iraqi pita, larger than usual, filled with your choice of grilled meat, salad, and chips.
Herzliya offers a variety of dining options, including cafes, bars, fast-food outlets, and canteens.
