Eight Tel Aviv restaurants earned places on the prestigious La Liste 2025, ranking the world’s top 1,000 restaurants, highlighting the Israeli city’s growing reputation as a world-class hub for culinary excellence.
The restaurants that made the list:
- OCD TLV: Chef Raz Rahav’s visionary restaurant leads the Tel Aviv entries, offering a world-class menu and experience.
- Mashya: Known for its creative take on modern Israeli cuisine.
- Alena at The Norman: A sophisticated dining spot blending Mediterranean and European flavors.
- Manta Ray: A long-standing favorite celebrated for its fresh seafood and beachfront ambiance.
- Claro: Offering farm-to-table dining with local ingredients.
- Pastel: Adjacent to the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, delivering a refined dining experience.
- Popina: Known for combining innovative techniques with seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients.
- George & John: Located in The Drisco Hotel, offering an elegant venue and a refined take on local flavors.
La Liste rankings are determined through an algorithm that aggregates reviews from top culinary guides, critics and online platforms, providing a comprehensive and trusted overview of the world’s best dining experiences.