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From fried red mullet to grilled fish, to ceviche, and fiery bouillabaisse – with the approach of Rosh Hashanah, and fish taking a prominent position on the dinner table, now’s the time to check out some of Israel’s best fish restaurants / By Sharon Ben-David Rosh Hashanah fish feasts: 5 Israeli fish restaurants to try out this month

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Hashachaf | Tel Aviv This recently opened eatery, a stone’s throw away from Tel Aviv’s Hamesila Park, is just what this emerging part of the city needed – a fun and relaxed place to sit down and enjoy fresh, perfectly seasoned fish and inventive appetizers without emptying your wallet. Hashachaf (“seagull” in Hebrew) is easy to identify, with its big, colorful mosaic outside. Generous main courses are served alongside delicious sides, and the pricing is fair, even surprisingly so, considering the neighborhood it’s in, and the high cost of living in Tel Aviv. Platters of tzatziki, taramasalata, and Mediterranean-inspired mezes are served along with fried fish and chips, grilled and baked fish, and more. Hashachaf also has its own little bar that exudes a certain Jaffa like charm - the perfect location to enjoy a light nibble and a drink on your way to or from the beach or a night out. hashachaf

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After more than 50 years of service in the heart of Jerusalem, the Sea Dolphin is taking on a new path, surprising its guests with a kosher menu that does not compromise on quality, creativity, and soul. Since 1967, when it began its culinary journey, the Sea Dolphin has been one of Jerusalem’s go-to fish and seafood restaurants. Last January, everything changed when the restaurant took on a new identity and menu – all strictly kosher. From here on, the entire focus has been shifted onto fish: juicy The Sea Dolphin | Jerusalem

oven-baked sea bass fillets, tangy ceviche, and steaming Provençal-style bouillabaisse, are served alongside generous starters – salads, mezes, soups, and nibbles that delightfully caress the palate. The tablecloths are white, the elegance is old-school Jerusalemite, and the dining area is as cozy as can be - and recently renovated. As it adapts to a changing world and new audiences, the Sea Dolphin manages to maintain both its spirit and culinary excellence. seadolphin.co.il

30 ATMOSPHERE SEPTEMBER 2025