A feast of flavors: Tel Aviv restaurants revamp menus for fall

From a Japanese Yakitori festival to Moroccan-style grills, Tel Aviv's top restaurants offer exciting culinary experiences at a range of prices for the fall season and holidays.

 Rooftop 98 (photo credit: Netanel Israel)
Rooftop 98
(photo credit: Netanel Israel)

Tel Aviv, the city that never sleeps, continues to innovate and surprise with its vibrant culinary scene. As fall and the holidays approach, the city's top restaurants are rolling out new menus, unique food festivals, and exciting dining experiences. From traditional Japanese cuisine to the aromas of Moroccan markets, through the flavors of Thailand and gourmet gastronomy on the city's rooftops, Tel Aviv’s culinary landscape promises to cater to every palate and budget. Join us on a flavorful journey through some of the hottest dining attractions in the city. Here’s a look at some of the top culinary highlights in Tel Aviv:

Yakitori Festival at Mententen

Mententen is hosting the Yakitori Matsuri Festival from October 20 to 22. Special dishes include juicy Asado in Japanese Yakiniku sauce (NIS 58), teriyaki-coated grilled chicken wings (NIS 24), and sweet corn cobs glazed with Seiko miso sauce (NIS 38). To complement the dishes, you can enjoy TOKO Junmai sake, priced between NIS 56-192.

 Mententen (credit: ASAF KARELA)
Mententen (credit: ASAF KARELA)

Thai Brunch at Kab Kem

Kab Kem is extending its Thai brunch experience throughout Sukkot, from October 17 to 24. The menu features dishes like Thai rice stew with chopped short ribs (NIS 58), fresh rice noodles with seasoned meat strips (NIS 62), and special fish and chicken dishes such as bone-in sea bass in jungle curry (NIS 142) and chopped chicken thighs with Thai seasoning (NIS 82).

 Kab Kem (credit: YONATAN BEN HAIM)
Kab Kem (credit: YONATAN BEN HAIM)

Chef's Tastings at Rooftop 98

Rooftop 98 is launching a new bar and offering a special tasting menu throughout October. Chef Tzvika Strauss presents a menu featuring 10 unique dishes at a fixed price of NIS 420 for two. The menu includes delicacies such as amberjack sashimi, classic beef tartare, spicy shrimp, and premium meat cuts, all accompanied by the stunning skyline view of Tel Aviv.

 Rooftop 98 (credit: Netanel Israel)
Rooftop 98 (credit: Netanel Israel)

Moroccan Grill at YYY

YYY unveils a new Moroccan grill menu, offering succulent dishes at affordable prices. Highlights include Moroccan kebabs (NIS 55), spicy Merguez sausages (NIS 55), chicken thighs marinated in harissa (NIS 55), and Moroccan-spiced potatoes (NIS 25). The restaurant also offers a family meal option, with a variety of shared dishes for NIS 300, serving 4-5 people.

 YYY (credit: YONATAN BEN HAIM)
YYY (credit: YONATAN BEN HAIM)

With this array of options at different price points, fall 2024 promises to be an exciting culinary season in Tel Aviv, with flavors and experiences to suit every palate and pocket.