The choice in the list before you is not accidental. It is based on real data of demand and orders on the Ontopo platform, which indicates the places that you – the audience – most like to return to. From dark and sexy bars in Nahalat Binyamin to hidden gems in the northern neighborhoods, these are the places that offer a perfect combination of atmosphere, quality wine and a complete sensory experience.
And in practice, what’s worth knowing
| # | Place name | Style/vibe | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sid&Nancy | Sexy and wild | Nahalat Binyamin (Tel Aviv center) |
| 2 | Vega Wine Bar | Local and meticulous | North Star |
| 3 | Wine garden | Kosher and happy | Kerem Hateimanim/Nahalat Binyamin |
| 4 | Helena Wine Bar | Spanish and classic | Heichal Hatarbut complex |
| 5 | Gazzetta | Intimate Italian | Marmorek (Habima) |
| 6 | Petit Verre | Bistro-bar | Nahalat Binyamin |
| 7 | Sorsetto | Romantic Italian | Ha’arbaa |
| 8 | El Vacino | Jazz and wine | The Old North (Ibn Gabirol) |
1. Sid&Nancy By A.K.A
If you were looking for the bad and talented boy of the wine scene, go up to the second floor above Yaffo A.K.A. Sid and Nancy is a Vermutery and wine bar that feels like a secret members club in Berlin or London. The space is dark, designed in a grunge-luxury vibe, and the music is always at a volume that reminds you that you are in Tel Aviv. This is the perfect place for a date you want to develop into a long evening, or for a meeting with friends who know what’s what.
The kitchen here is an integral part of the experience, and not just “next to the wine”. The dishes are sophisticated, full of flavor and intended for sharing. Here you will find surprising combinations of raw fish, aged meats and well-treated vegetables, each of which is a reason in itself to order another glass of orange wine or house vermouth.
Must-try dishes: Butcher’s tartar, sea fish sashimi with green vinaigrette, and a Crudo plate.
📍 Address: Nahalat Binyamin 44 (2nd floor), Tel Aviv.
2. Vega Wine Bar
Vega is proof that you don’t have to go down to the city center for an elite wine experience. Located in the heart of the quiet Kochav Hatzafon neighborhood, this bar offers an elegant and meticulous escape from the hustle and bustle. The design conveys cleanliness and understated luxury, with pleasant lighting and a spacious bar that invites you to sit on it for hours. Chef Idit Fadida has created here a menu that is a love song to seasonal ingredients and local cuisine.
The audience here is made up of residents of the neighborhood and connoisseurs who come especially for the rare combination of tranquility, super-professional service and food that is much more than a standard bar snack. This is the ideal place for an intimate conversation over a bottle of wine carefully selected from the impressive menu.
Must-try dishes: Roasted forest mushroom bruschetta, raw fish cubes with tomato salsa, lemon grass malabi.
📍 Address: Aba Kovner 4, Tel Aviv (Kochav Hatzafon).
3. Wine garden
Inside a charming inner courtyard in Nahalat Binyamin, hides a kosher pearl that manages to disconnect you in one moment from the noise of the street. “Wine garden” offers exactly what the name promises – sitting under the sky (or in a covered and pleasant space in winter) in the atmosphere of a blooming urban garden. The place exudes simple and effortless joy of life, and is very suitable for groups of friends or small events.
The kosher kitchen here is surprisingly creative, with dishes that are fun to snack on with your hands and main courses that satisfy even the hungry among you. The wine list is accessible and varied, and the staff will always be happy to recommend the next glass that will suit your mood exactly.
Must-try dishes: Sea bass ceviche, Syrian vine leaves, and hot focaccia straight from the taboon with Meatbal dips.
📍 Address: Nahalat Binyamin 3, Tel Aviv.
4. Helena Wine Bar
4. Helena Wine Bar, located in the picturesque Gan Ya’akov (just below the Heichal Hatarbut), is a Tel Aviv classic with a distinctly European scent. The place specializes in an experience that combines fine Wines with an emphasis on seafood and fresh fish. Sitting outside, facing the green and quiet garden of the city center, gives a feeling of a short vacation in Barcelona or Paris.
In the early evening hours, the place fills up with an audience that comes to enjoy a particularly worthwhile Happy Hour (including the famous oyster deal), and as the evening descends, the atmosphere becomes more romantic and intimate. The service here is one of the most meticulous in the city, and the wine is poured generously.
Must-try dishes: Fresh oysters, changing “Pinchos” that are fun to share, and anchovy butter spaghetti.
📍 Address: Tarsat 6, Tel Aviv.
5. Gazzetta
Gazzetta is the beating heart of the Marmorek and Habima area. This is a wine bar that manages to combine the nonchalance of the Tel Aviv street with the chic of the wine bars in Italy. The small tables spread out on the sidewalk are the best “spot” in the city to see and be seen, while the interior offers a warmer and more homely atmosphere.
The menu here is Italian in its soul, simple but precise. There are no unnecessary pretensions here, just tasty food that goes well with the wine. This is the perfect place to stop “on the way” and discover that you stayed until the kitchen closed.
Must-try dishes: Neapolitan focaccia, whole fried artichoke and ziti bolognese that is always fun to eat.
📍 Address: Marmorek 12, Tel Aviv.
6. Petit Verre
In the heart of the bustling Nahalat Binyamin pedestrian street, Petit Verre (also known as Pati) brings the good news of a modern French bistro that meets the rhythm of Tel Aviv. The place is a charming and hybrid combination of a wine shop and a restaurant bar, allowing you to choose a bottle from the shelf and simply sit down to drink it at an affordable price.
The menu here is a pleasant surprise – classic bistro dishes performed at a very high level, which make you forget that you are sitting in a wine bar. The thin and famous schnitzel of the place is already a legend, and the atmosphere is always happy, noisy to the right degree and full of life.
Must-try dishes: French-Tel Aviv onion soup, well-seasoned beef tartar, and a cheese tower that impresses every table.
📍 Address: Nahalat Binyamin 43, Tel Aviv.
7. Sorsetto
Sorsetto (“small sip” in Italian) on Ha’arbaa Street is the place to go to be happy. This bar takes its inspiration from the Mediterranean basin and offers a colorful, light and relaxed experience. The large and designed space allows even large groups to find their place, and the menu is built as a series of dishes that are fun to “wipe”, share and devour.
The emphasis here is on vermouths, wine-based cocktails and light Wines suitable for the Israeli climate. The food is spiced, full of flavor and plays on the border between Italy and Greece, with clear local touches.
Must-try dishes: Fish tartar bruschetta, Lalik salad full of good things and for dessert – honey butter that combines blue cheese and vanilla ice cream.
📍 Address: Ha’arbaa 16, Tel Aviv.
8. El Vacino
El Vacino in Ibn Gabirol is an institution of stability and quality. This is a wine bar that manages to maintain an intimate and homely character within one of the busiest streets in the city. On Sundays, the place hosts live jazz evenings that have become a beloved tradition, and during the rest of the week it serves as a quiet retreat for lovers of wine and good food.
The service at El Vacino is worthy of special mention – the staff is very knowledgeable about Wines (and there is an impressive selection by the glass) and knows how to match the exact dish to each sip. The kitchen produces classic “bar-food” dishes that are executed with precision.
Must-try dishes: Juicy sheitel bruschetta, soft and comforting fresh corn polenta, and unforgettable bread pudding.
📍 Address: Ibn Gabirol 192, Tel Aviv.
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