The 38 Essential Tel Aviv Restaurants

"This buzzy restaurant comes courtesy of celebrity chef Eyal Shani. His style is elevated simplicity, showcasing vegetables like whole-roasted cauliflower and serving up dishes such as masabaha (a chunkier version of hummus) with lima beans and spicy peppers, ratatouille with chopped egg and tahini, and hunks of fresh-baked bread. Chef Shani — who is known for forgoing plates and utensils for paper bags — has many spots around town; Port Said is his most lively, with a young crowd, thumping music, and tables spilling onto the sidewalk. [$$]" - Keren Brown