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Barvazi Urban Sandwich Shop, Tel Aviv


I am a big fan of Raz Rahav, the young chef behind the spectacular OCD restaurant in the Noga district in Tel Aviv.  About a year ago, Rahav started to hint about a new venture, something much more low-key than his elaborate nine course dinner at OCD.  So, for months I have been following on Instagram as Rahav posted little hints; a photo of a tomato, bread, a yellow duck, etc.  Finally, he announced that he would be opening a sandwich shop on Tchernichovsky street, a few steps away from the very pretty Meir Garden.

We were there a few days after Barvazi Urban Sandwich Shop opened, when they were still unpacking boxes and decorating the space.  There was excitement in the air as Rahav himself was chatting with eager costumers and making sure that everything was going smoothly.


The menu at Barvazi is simple; sandwiches, fries, coleslaw, and ice cream for dessert.


We ordered two sandwiches, the roast beef with avocado, roasted pepper cream, and pickles, and the smoked corned beef.


The sandwiches were delicious, but the coleslaw, which included dill and asparagus, was outstanding.  


My husband loved the vinegary and salty potato wedges.


Some other sandwiches that are offered are: egg salad croissant,
chunky mac & cheese with smoked cheese,
fried jalapeños and brisket,
focaccia with smoked kohlrabi, seaweed, and cucumber,
peanut butter & jelly with strawberries.  All this creativity is exactly what I would expect from such a talented chef.  On the surface, this is just a sandwich shop, but the interesting pops of flavor and cool combinations, set Barvazi apart from those ordinary sandwich joints.



The soft serve ice cream was yummy as well.


Barvazi Urban Sandwich Shop
Tchernichovsky Street 17

Joanna


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