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Barely a decade ago, "restaurant" in Israel meant little more than a falafel or shawarma shack. But with so many Israelis traveling throughout Europe, Asia, and Latin America these days, the nation is connected to global food trends as never before, and has embraced (a tad late, perhaps) trendy products such as quinoa, smoothies, health wraps, and Asian-noodle dishes. Of course, Israel still serves some of the best falafel and hummus in the world—in Tel Aviv, head to HaKosem, near Dizengoff Street, for the former (1 Shlomo HaMelech; 972-3-525-2033) and Daddy Gil's, close to posh Rothschild Boulevard, for an organic portion of the latter on homemade whole-wheat pita (55 Yehuda Halevi St.; 972-3-566-3320). While many Israeli restaurants—especially outside of Tel Aviv—are still kosher (or vegetarian), some now serve pork and shellfish, and even remain open on Saturdays.

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Abu Shukri, Jerusalem

Perfect for families and large groups, this favorite spot for traditional Palestinian food specializes in hummus, falafel, salads, and grilled meats. Although...more

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Arcadia, Jerusalem

Chef Ezra Kedem's Arcadia is easily the top table in Jerusalem. Kedem transformed an atmospheric old building into a slice of Provence in the Holy...more

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Catit, Tel Aviv

In the fall of 2006, longtime favorite Catit left its original rural location and brought its innovative cuisine to an Ottoman-era villa in Tel Aviv's Neve...more

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Comme Il Faut Café, Tel Aviv

Abandoned for decades on the city's northern fringes, Tel Aviv's Old Port underwent a million-dollar makeover a few years ago and has become a compelling...more

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Diana, Nazareth

Diana lures diners from across the country to Nazareth for the best Arab-style menu in Northern Israel—if not the whole country. Choose from a seemingly...more

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Manta Ray, Tel Aviv

Despite its location on the water, Tel Aviv has surprisingly few seafront restaurants—which is why Manta Ray, an open-air pavilion that touches the sand,...more

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Martha Kitchen and Bar, Tel Aviv

Martha Kitchen and Bar is notable for its cuisine as well as its prime city-center location. It's on bustling Ibn Gvirol Street (Tel Aviv's answer to...more

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Messa, Tel Aviv

Housed in a new Tel Aviv commercial tower, this exercise in minimalism finds diners eating on long, lean walnut tables that are set upon floors of creamy white...more

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Mona, Jerusalem

Located in cosmopolitan West Jerusalem, Mona is set in an art-filled cultural institution popular with the city's ever-dwindling secular population. Perhaps...more

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Raphael, Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv native Raphael Cohen is the city's most celebrated chef, having first made his name at Jerusalem's King David Hotel before coming home and opening his...more

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