Breakfast and dinner in Tel Aviv

I have heard so much about Benedict, a 24/7 breakfast restaurant on the beautiful Rothschild Boulevard

Having to satisfy two hungry teen boys, one who eats everything and one a very picky eater, I thought that we could not go wrong with breakfast.

We had potato latkes, which were the perfect consistency and came with a side of sour cream and jam

Delicious and airy blueberry pancakes

The boys really liked the breakfast hot dogs and the dried fruit wrapped in bacon.

Benedict has a great vibe, it is crowded and there is always a wait. It is worth it.

Benedict

Rothschild 29 (and other locations)

While on Rothschild Blvd., we decided to walk around this really beautiful street built over 100 years ago. It is lined with gorgeous Bauhaus buildings, most of which have been restored with great care.

While looking at the different dining options in Tel Aviv, I wanted to combine some simple dining with more sophisticated options. Tonight was the sophisticated dinner. We went to Herbert Samuel, a great restaurant located in a nondescript office building across the street from the beach.

This was a really slick, modern looking restaurant with lots of fresh flowers, wine bottles displayed

on a huge wall and a cool wooden structure in the center around the bar area.

We had amazingly fresh and delicate scallops

Fantastic grilled shrimp which came with a fresh salad and pasta

This was probably the best pasta I have ever had! It was freshly made and perfectly cooked with a touch of melted cheese. It was garnished with parsley and seasoned with flakes of red pepper which gave it a wonderful, mild kick.

My son had this beef and I don't remember what it was called but he loved it.

We finished our dinner with a yummy chocolate cake that go devoured before I could take a photo.

Herbert Samuel is a truly special dining experience. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, very high quality food and attentive staff.

Herbert Samuel

6 Koifman Street

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