Avoid certain shops in the Jaffa Flea Market if you want a fair shopping experience. Some merchants are known for overcharging, especially if you speak English, seemingly assuming tourists can be ripped off more. Bargaining is a must here and it’s wise to expect to walk away empty-handed if prices feel unreasonable. Do your calculations carefully and don’t hesitate to walk away when a deal doesn’t make sense. That said, the market is vibrant and rich with vintage goods, antiques, and unique items, and exploring its alleys is part of the fun. It also boasts many charming cafés and restaurants where you can enjoy the lively atmosphere even if you choose not to buy. So come prepared and shop cautiously, but don’t miss out on soaking in the market’s unique vibe and cultural experience.

amazing market!

A flea market selling antiques, collectibles, souvenirs, clothes, footwear, home decors, lightings etc. Crowded on Fridays. Eateries around for quick bite.

Every time I come to Israel and walk around the Old City Jaffa; I have always stopped and taken pictures of St. Peter's Church. What a Beautiful and Magnificent Historical Building.

Beautiful church, I visited during the week and they had some traditional songs playing, it felt like heaven. The mass on weekdays is at 7am in English, and on the weekends there are some in other languages.

While it has a good location n the hill of Old Jaffa, it's rather a misplaced Neo-baroque building within an Ottoman period citadel. The current building was constructed around the late 1880's, the last renovations pre-WWI. The bell tower stands imposingly from a distance. It's not quite the usual baroque architecture without much of ornate design. It looks more like early 20th century chapels in the American southwest. It's unfortunately shut when there are no ceremonies being conducted inside.

I mean what can I say more? The church looks amazing on the hill, you have a crazy view and the old town is gorgeous! I was walking there for 2 hours and I was in love with the architecture

Definately a must-visit for people visiting Tel Aviv/Israel. The church, the area and the view is spectacular.

St. Peter's Church is a beautiful Franciscan church, located in the center of the hill of ancient Jaffa. The church was originally built in 1654, but it was destroyed twice over the years, and the current structure was built between 1888 and 1894 and was renovated later on, in 1903. This church, named for Saint Peter's, was built here, because according to the New Testament, Saint Tabitha the Widow from Jaffa, was raised from the dead by the Apostle Peter in Jaffa. The church is open to the public every day. and the Masses are conducted in English, Spanish, Polish, and Hebrew. It is highly recommended to walk around here, and to see the beauty of this historical and remarkable area of old Jaffa!

Too important not too see. Enter the front door by quietly pushing it. Spectacular interior. We entered during Mass, in French.

We visited during a cloudy day. Port area is with a beautiful view and many restaurants. We went for a small cruise trip. They took us from jaffa Port and dropped us back after half an hour. They charged 30 nis per person. Amazing, calm and beautiful ride. Recommended, if you are visiting the Port. Evening is best.

Such a beautiful place to visit in Yaffo, Israel. New container park is buying built with shops and restaurants. The port has fishing boats and fresh fish vendors. Great seas food restaurant and great entertainment on Saturdays. You can also take a boat tour.

One of the oldest ports in the world. Lots of historic events took place somewhere in here. Port is full of restaurants. It is very busy at the weekends. You can see different boats, but also old Jaffa. Walking around the promenade is a must.

This historical port is the southern end of the Tel Aviv promenade/coastline. It's one of the oldest ports in the world, dating as far back to the Egyptian empire. Reputedly, it was the site of the story Jonah and the Whale mentioned in the Book of Jonah in the Old Testament. Jaffa served as the port of entry of merchants such as those during David's and Solomon's time. It was also used by the succession of armies of powers that ruled the Levant Region of the Mediterranean. It was last used/occupied by the British in the early 1900's prior to the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948. Today, Jaffa Port serves as fishing and recreational port. It is a draw for locals and visitors to the warm beach and entertainment establishments on it.

Historical and Biblical site! It offers a lot things, art galleries, good bars and restaurants! 🍺🍻🍲 Don’t miss out the Fish 🦑 and chips 🍟 then have a cup of coffee☕️. You can also buy freshly caught seafoods 🐟 🦀 🦑

BEAUTIFUL. Loved the views, loved the streets, a great place to go for a walk or run (especially during sunrise/sunset). If you got some parkour skills you can go all the way out to where the old city walls used to be, great for fishing or just enjoying the view!

Beautiful area, close to Old Yafo. Worth to take a walk and have a good icecream here.

Built by the turks in the middle of the main road in old Jaffa and impressive clock tower. Still working and on time. Many shops and restaurants are around the tower if you walk north of there you will be in the older part of The port city of Jaffa, a park on top of the hill will give you the best views of not just Jaffa, but great views of Tel-Avia and the Mediterranean sea if you walk north you will soon be on the beach one of the oldest ports in the world. Part of Tel-Avia but worlds apart, kinda like a miniature Jerusalem archeological sites and artists Colony churches and Mosque and Jewish temple reopen after 1948 fine restaurants and outdoor dining.

Beautiful area of the flea market, a lot of restaurants and bars, in the week there is a lot of stores in the area, during Saturday, the store are closed but the restaurants, coffee shops and bars are still open

At its best by night. There are plenty of restaurants, pastries shops, bars and café around so there is much to do, eat and enjoy. Not forgetting the beach which one stone throw away. One of the Top 5 in Tel Aviv probably

Had a "chill vibe." Nice scenic walk through the town with the beach and port on the other side Took a boat for a scenic TLV tour for less than $10 bucks. Please do not miss the amazing sunset. All a block over.

A bustling area but a great spot to visit and admire. The whole area is clean and well kept and there’s so many coffee shops and cafes nearby to sit and watch the world go by. This church takes you back in history to the days when Jesus Christ carried the cross down the road of pain to the location of his crucifixion. A very powerful spiritual journey. Located in the historical part of Jaffa old city. Restaurants and shops nearby. Close to the Jaffa port and promenade. Worth a visit day and night. A melting pot for all nations, here tourists mix with us locals. A major tourist attraction point in Tel Aviv. I love the food aroma, especially on a Friday morning.

Yafo (Jaffa) is steeped in history. The oldest operating port in history.. But one needs to go on a tour or do some research online to access that information.

It is one of seven clock towers in Ottoman Palestine. This one in Jaffa was constructed in 1900-1903 from outpouring of support from the diverse community of the city: Jews, Arabs, Maronites, and Armenians. The clock mechanism was made by a Jewish clock maker. The structure was a commemoration of the reigning Ottoman sultan at the time. Both the Torah and the Sultan's seal are engraved on the second floor. The tower is distinctly an Ottoman architecture. Since its construction, the clock tower has been the focal point of the city that has undergone modernization/changes over the years. Today, it is the most recognizable landmark along with the Old Citadel. Surrounding the clock tower are remarkable modern additions. There's an attractive alley housing several lovely urban murals.

Very impressive museum located in the historical part of Jaffa, Probably my favorite spot to visit in Old Jaffa. Very interesting collection of masterpieces and curious thing to see. There is also small shop with very nice handmade artist’s jewelry. Such an amazing array of art throughout the most uniquely designed museum I have ever been to. I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed my time spent there. Profound, unusual, beautiful, mysterious, joyful. One has to experience every floor, culminating on the roof top. From the rooftop the view amazing, and atmosphere of the terrace is incredible. There are many uncountable items in the museum and -because of that- this is not a typical and classical museum. This is more than a museum. I was amazed by the variety of arts from all over the world, the lovely atmosphere and a brilliant exhibition of young artists Nadia Gorenstein & Lior Kesem Hamama.Highly recommended 🙏🙏

Very impressive museum located in the historical part of Jaffa, close to the part. You can find very diverse items here. Truly eclectic collection. Skin, wood, metal, photographs and paintings. There is a nice view from balcony. Must see in Jaffa. There is more art outside this place in the surrounding streets.

It is an impressive museum. Very-very interesting and unique place. Worth to visit absolutely. I arrived 15 minutes before closing. The nice desk office lady told me I can look around the museum quickly and because of the short time I didn't have to pay entrance fee. From the rooftop the view amazing, and atmosphere of the terrace is incredible. There are many uncountable items in the museum and -because of that- this is not a typical and classical museum. This is more than a museum!

This is truly one of the kookiest art museums I have been to, in a great way. Ilana has collected a vast and diverse collection that somehow works together. What's cool is that you can tell it's a living and breathing art museum, constantly changing and adjusting. I even saw Ilana herself for a brief moment! Unfortunately when I visited the terrace wasn't open, which seems to have even more pieces and a gives a great view of the sea, but regardless it was a fun place to spot into in the area.

Museum with varied epochs and exhibits. A lot of modern art mixed up with elements of the past time. The elements of the skin, wood of metal perfectly combined with each other and create a unique whole. Everyone will find something for their tastes with the possibility of buying. The building, both outside and inside, delights, I recommend visiting this place.

The must visit place. Very interesting collection of masterpieces and curious thing to see. There is also small shop with very nice handmade artist’s jewelry . We’ll be back for the jazz party

This museum is her (the acclaimed artist's) home! The home is filled with not only her amazing art (paintings, sculpture, jewelry), but the work of other artists. All contemporary art juxtaposed with antiquities. Ancient vessels, African art, Christian art, contemporary art, all eclectically arranged to tell a story, it's her (the artist's) story. If you love art, this is a "must see"

I took ful complet (hummus, broadbeans, tahina, egg). Prices are reasnable (about 35 i think), food is good but not wow and onions wernt even peeled!. The place is very noisy, just like there original branch in panorama street was. A waiter was resting at one end of our bench, toilet seat was wet, lighting is harsh. Alrogether not a pleasant place to eat but allways full owing to its popularity in the guided. There are many better humus joints ..

Typically Arabic hospitality - people shouting, very welcoming and honest. The food was excellent even though I thought their foul need more salt. Their lemonade was the best I’ve ever had and the prices are fair. I would give more star if there was some kind of music. Highly recommend!

Lightest, fluffiest & really tasty hummus (for sure one of the best ones we’ever had) - both the normal and the mashabacha one. Falafel were extremely good, same goes for the lemonade. Cheap, fast eats at its finest! Long queue, fast sitting and (probably) table sharing in most cases. Good staff, and while the place felt a little noisy and hectic, that also adds to the experience! A great find!

Abu Hassan is the single best hummus restaurant in Tel Aviv. It is simple, quick, and amazingly tasty. The hummus is so tasty, in fact, that you’re unlikely to even notice the sub-optimal service. Don’t overstay at your tables though; when you finish, get moving so others can have their turn at hummus.

In my search for inexpensive, but not giving up to quality, restaurants, I found this place after finishing a walking tour in Jaffa. I ordered the masabacha (with egg) and four pieces of falafel, and a glass of lemonade. The masabacha was a great surprise, try it if you want something a bit different from regular hummus. Service is fast, and you can pay with card.

A highlight of our trip to Tel Aviv! They only serve hummus, but boy is it good! This place is recommended by Lonely Planet as having the "best hummus in the world," but it is refreshingly low-key. Service is rough, but that's part of the charm! We loved our hummus and will have fond memories of Ali Caravan.

Wow! Absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is fast and loud, and made for a unique experience. We were able to be seated right away. Service was quick, basic, and got the job done but wasn't exceptional. The food was amazing, the pita was fresh tasty, the hummus smooth and creamy. Definitely worth a visit!

Easily my favorite restaurant. I come here every other week, and it never disappoints. The menu is short — almost suspiciously so — but everything on it is solid. They clearly go for quality over quantity, and it works. They offer a discount with the Behatzdaa card for reservists, which is a nice touch and genuinely appreciated. The staff are friendly without being fake, and the whole place has this cozy, no-frills, “you’re part of the family” vibe. It’s not trying to be trendy or over-the-top — just good food, good people, and a space that feels like a second home. Honestly, if they added two more tables, I’d probably be annoyed. Let’s keep this our little secret.

I like going on Friday mornings when the flea market is bustling. Great home made style food and everything not bolted down is for sale so it’s like eating in a vintage antique store!

I have visited this place several times a few years ago and was happy to return again. It has become a much larger place, taking over a few of the places next door. The design is still very hipster, 70s vibe, eclectic and lovely. Very popular among the tourists around the glee market. The food is also still very tasty, but they did raise the rates quite a bit and for some of the dishes I do think the value for money is not great.

Unfriendly, rude and not helpful the hostess, the food was nice a bit salty; the dessert (tapioca) was great. the atmosphere was ok, I was seated under vent air conditioning and was dripping over me, and then I asked for another table.

We had a breakfast here and we enjoyed it. Nice spot in old Jaffa. We ordered Shakshuka and an scrambled eggs, they serve it with bread, vegetable salat and humus, all very tasty. You cal also just have a seat and enjoy your coffee. Really nice place, in case we are backnin Tel Aviv we will visit this place again.

What was once the only restaurant in the shuk hapishpeshim district remains a reigning Supreme restaurant with authentic bohemian vibes and European atmosphere. The waitstaff are very nice, the food is tasty and the mood is super chill. Started by my aunt with alot of heart and soul, the restaurant keeps my dear Pua's legacy alive with this unique and very special place. A "must visit and eat" location if/when you come to Yaffo.

I am a professional foodie, therefore I insist on making accurate researches for places that are very good, memorable to my tummy. This is one place I am not done with yet, had just half of their menu... So I just keep going back there and tasting everything. Food exceptional, venue very pretty and in a gorgeous location, service fast and very professional. So far one of my favorite places in Tel Aviv.

First dinner visiting Israel here and I kinda expected more. Some of the dishes were good and some were not. Main server was great, but the people that were bringing out the drinks and food gave off a vibe that we owe them something. I would suggest to close the hole in the middle of the table as we were running out of room and open it when people order the ice buckets.

Middle eastern and Turkish cuisine with the great atmosphere of the market. Great food for a cocktail bar, perhaps a bit missing if you are looking for a full meal if you don’t like fish - it will be hard to find a significant entrée. But otherwise the food was yummy, service was fast and the place was fun!

We didn’t have a reservation but they managed to find us a spot at the bar which was great as we got to get some great recommendations from Michael the barman. We had a local craft beer and tried a few of the dishes. The hummus and eggplant dips were amazing! The chicken schwerma was delicious. And finally the chocolate nemesis was to die for 🤤 Not the cheapest place but we had a great experience and would go back!

We have recently dined at Onza and had an absolutely fantastic experience. The staff were incredibly helpful and went out of their way to recommend dishes and provide great advice throughout the meal. The food itself was truly delicious, with standout dishes including the amazing eggplant starter and the fresh bread. I highly recommend trying the Seafood Hanina, it's definitely worth it. What's more, if you're an early bird, you can take advantage of the 30% off discount. All in all, my experience at Onza jn was superb and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience with great food and exceptional service.

Both authentic food and exquisite service earn this little bar / restaurant a 5 star rating. In addition to the above, expect good vibes and joyful music, a perfect trendy place for brunch or going out with friends for beers & food. Will definitely comeback :)

Jaffa is a nice neighborhood and this restaurant is fitting perfectly the atmosphere around. Relaxed, chill and the food plus the service were perfect! Did not try the cocktail but that’s a good reason to come back then!

Very good, but I liked the previous menu when we visited a couple of years a go a lot better. It felt less authentic Turkish and more generic now.

🌊 Al Ajouz & Al Bahr Restaurant – Jaffa 🌅 A beautiful restaurant located right on the Jaffa seaside, offering a stunning view that captures the spirit and charm of the city. The meal begins with an amazing free appetizer spread featuring more than 20 kinds of fresh salads, delicious falafel, and creamy hummus. Then comes whatever your heart desires ,from freshly grilled fish to shawarma and other authentic Middle Eastern dishes, each bursting with flavor and tradition. A place that combines beauty, authenticity, and unforgettable taste. Truly a wonderful experience worth repeating! 🌟

Visit: December/2022 2 people for diner The amount (and quality!) of food makes this place unique. PROS: - I’ve seen so much starters before. 20 in total. And they were all on high quality standard; - my friend ordered a lamb grill that was very tasteful; - the lemonade jar is included and also delicious; - the price is totally affordable and worth; - desserts also included CONS: Very noisy

Great food indeed! So fresh and yummy. They provide a variety of salads with any meal as well as fresh lemonade. I got the grilled Salam on and it was great. We also got the clams and calamari in a creamy yummy sauce that was also good. Staff are super quick and efficient. Great view of the Mediterranean Sea 🌊

I ate here on a Monday night based on a recommendation from local colleagues. What an amazing experience we had. The restaurant wasn't particularly busy which meant getting a table was no problem, but given the size of it, I can imagine it would get pretty busy. We got a seat outdoors overlooking the marina as it was a nice barmy evening. As soon as we sat down, we were surprised by a mass delivery of salads, bread and lemonade. Turns out, these are all complimentary if each diner also purchases a main meal. With that said, the price of the salads is very reasonable if that's all you feel like eating. They also replenish the bread and salads as they run out, so it's very easy to fill up before the mains arrive. The mains themselves are delicious and there is a good selection of both meat, veg and seafood options. Personally I went with prawns in cream sauce, which was delicious. My colleague went for the tandoori whole grouper, which easily was enough for all three of us, so he encouraged us all to try some too, and it was spectacular. One thing to note is they don't serve alcohol, but to be fair, the lemonade they do serve is so delicious and refreshing that the lack of beer didn't really matter. All in all, a great dining experience and I would gladly visit again next time I'm in Israel.

It’s been a few years since my last visit and the place grew a lot and is now a huge restaurant right on the port of Jaffa. The design is very impressive too. We arrived just before 1pm and had plenty of room, despite the fact that we did not have an order. Right after we sat down, the staff brought a large variety of salads and bread, and it was delicious. Those was renewed every time we finished something. We each took one main course and those also arrived very fast. I ordered fish and was very pleased the other group party ordered meat lamb chops and record steak and steak fillet and those were just OK. Actually we also got a small syrupy dessert on the house which was nice but very sweet. I have to point out that the place is very clean including the restrooms. Overall we had a nice lunch.

Food is decent, not amazing - great variety of salads etc that come with the table. However, it was a rather chaotic experience - staff rushing by with plates of food, people everywhere. Saw a waiter drop a bread portion on the floor, and then he picked it up and put it straight back into the service bowl - not acceptable.

The salads were good and plentiful and the waitstaff attentively refreshed them along with the bread maybe five times. I was with a large group and those who ordered fish were mostly happy. Those who ordered meat were largely disappointed. My lamb chops were small and leathery, I would not order them again. There was also some disappointment with the kebabs.

After our last visit , a few months before COVID, quality of food, specially salads , goes down. Very disappointing to see one of the favorite and iconic restaurants in Jaffa almost empty…for reason.

Tourist Trap (.) Not in a good way. From the moment you walk in, as you are welcomed by branded t-shirts with Dr. Shakshuka's face, full wall frescoes of the proprietor seasoning (salt bae style) pans of shakshuka, and a life sized cut out of the "chef" himself, you know this is not a good idea. We sat and attempted to escape but the waiter said the shakshuka was only 49 shekels. Tempted by the price we stayed. We ordered 2 bottles of water to quench our thirst (sorry no tap) and our total for 2 ended up at 135 shekels. Service: We went at around 8:45 am, note Tel Aviv is a late city, so we were the only ones there. The wait staff was, what it was, nothing special. Food: I gave 3 stars for the food, which is nothing I couldn't make at home in 20 minutes.

First, the food here was decent and the room with the pans hanging from the ceiling is really cool. Unfortunately, those are the only nice things I can say about this place. The staff is just awful. No smiles whatsoever. Rude AF. They try to rip you off right away, bringing stuff you didn’t order so they can charge you for it. Never again.

Food was okay, not extraordinary, but satisfying. The waiter told us that the price for "business lunch" will be 87 NIS per person. We were fine with the price as it seemed to be a good value for so much food (we were served 15 items - salads, hummus, tahini, meat, shakshouka and lot of bread, quite good lemonade). Anyway 87 NIS * 2 persons gives 174 NIS, our waiter even wrote the price down for us. He seemed quite stressed the whole time, he was pressing us to make a quick decision - we thought it's because the place was busy (around a half of the tables in the outside area was taken). I also didn't like that the waiter was smoking a cigarette just a few meters away from our table. When it came to the payment time, the waiter didn't not came with a terminal for card payments, he insisted that it will be faster and more comfortable if he'll go inside alone and charge the card himself. But... He came with a receipt for 190 NIS. I have no idea for what that additional fee was taken as it hasn't been explained. Because of this we decided to not tip them, so this lunch was a bit cheaper than planned anyway.

Believe the hype. All of it. You little nerds complaining about service deserve to be slapped. Stop being stereotypical Hebrews complaining about price. You get what you pay for. You’re not here to be coddled you’re here to eat. The abrasive service is part of the experience. Order the small bites tasting menu you won’t be disappointed. Those who hate the food should stick to eating hamburgers and French fries.

The food was pretty good, service was pretty fast, and the atmosphere was pretty cool. It just felt a bit too touristy. Also, the communication about how to order isn't clear. They set all of these delicious looking salads on the table and the customer has to be clear on whether or not they want it. When you're hungry, you dive in. When the bill comes, you pay for it even though you didn't order it. I'd still highly recommend coming here regardless.

Went In December of 2019. Ordered shakshuka. Had no idea this was a famous restaurant because I just followed my friend’s recommendation to come. Only just found out after seeing it mentioned in a travel article. I remember the interior of it quite well and the streets just outside had some public art. I remember enjoying the plating and warmth of the tomato and egg. I can’t exactly recall what the pricing was but I assume reasonable otherwise I would’ve remembered if it was exorbitantly priced. I do remember it being very popular and full when I went (on a Thursday night).