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Eight Tel Aviv restaurants make La Liste’s Top 1000 for 2025

La Liste rankings are determined by an algorithm that aggregates reviews from top culinary guides, critics and online platforms.

Jan. 7, 2025
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Eight Tel Aviv restaurants make La Liste’s Top 1000 for 2025

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The Tel Aviv beach and promenade, July 30, 2012. Credit: Israel Tourism Bureau via Wikimedia Commons.
The Tel Aviv beach and promenade, July 30, 2012. Credit: Israel Tourism Bureau via Wikimedia Commons.
( Jan. 7, 2025 / JNS )

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.

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