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KIRYAT SHEMONA Focaccia Bar

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Gan HaTzafon, Hwy 99, near Kibbutz HaGoshrim Tel [phone] l Map C1
Very popular with locals, this eatery also attracts visitors from around the country, especially after they have spent
the day exploring the Galilee Panhandle and the Golan. Has a wide selection of tasty, reasonably-priced dishes of
generous proportions, including salads, juicy steaks, fish, seafood and pizza. A good choice for families.
KIRYAT SHEMONA HaTachana

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1 HaRishonim St, Metulla, 10292 Tel [phone] l Map C1

Situated 8 km (5 miles) north of Kiryat Shemona in the charming border village of Metulla, this romantic, if
somewhat pricey, restaurant is named after a nearby waterfall. It receives excellent reviews for its attentive service
and succulent meat dishes, especially the steaks. Reservations are recommended.
KIRYAT SHEMONA Nechalim 7 Δ , © ˚ \\\
Gan HaTzafon, Hwy 99, near Kibbutz HaGoshrim Tel [phone] l Map C1
Revered by locals as one of the area's finest restaurants, this romantic, country-style venue delivers a truly first-rate
dining experience on the banks of a tributary of the Jordan. The menu is Italian- and French-influenced and the
speciality is fresh fish, but seafood and meat dishes are also served. Surrounded by rich vegetation and delightful views.
NAZARETH Diana 7 © ˚ \\
51 Paul VI St, 16224 Tel [phone] l Map B2
The most famous restaurant in Nazareth, this unpretentious, white-tablecloth place is known for its meat dishes,
which range from lamb chops to Arab-style kebab and shishlik , and for its meze salads, including tabouleh ,
houmous and fatoush . Also on offer are steaks, fish, seafood and several dozen sorts of wine.
ROSH PINA Doris Katzavim

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Main road, Rosh Pina, 12000 Tel [phone] l Map C2
After hard a day's Galilee or Golan hiking, this is a good place for a hearty, meaty meal. Specialities, many made
with Golan Heights-grown beef, include steaks (New York, Porter House), lamb chops and hamburgers, all of
generous proportions. Main courses come with a selection of meze salads.
ROSH PINA Auberge Shulamit Δ , © ˚ \\\
David Shuv St, 12000 Tel [phone] l Map C2
A sophisticated, country-style restaurant in the charming Galilee village of Rosh Pina. Specialities include stuffed vine
leaves, seasonal soups, home-smoked goose breast, shrimp in Roquefort sauce, buffalo wings, sautéed trout and filet
mignon . Outstanding tarte Tatin is a good dessert choice. Perfect for a romantic dinner. Reservations recommended.
ROSH PINA Pina BaRosh 7 Δ , © ˚ \\\
8 HeChalutzim St, 12000 Tel [phone] l Map C2
This rustic, stone-built restaurant, just a short stroll from Rosh Pina's famous art galleries, affords panoramic views of
the Hula Valley, the Golan Heights and often-snow-capped Mount Hermon. The French-inspired onion soup, hen-on-
rice with lentils, fish dishes, entrecote and pasta all get excellent reviews, as does the personalized service.
SEA OF GALILEE Ein Camonim

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Hwy 85, 10 km west of Amiad Junction, 20109 Tel [phone] Map C2

Located on a family-run dairy farm in the rugged hills and olive trees northwest of Tabkha is this very rustic,
vegetarian eatery. It is known for its fresh, farm-grown products, including goat's cheeses, olive oil and ice cream,
and for its all-you-can-eat cheese meals, served with lemonade and red or white wine. Cosy fireplace in winter.
SEA OF GALILEE Ein Gev Fish Restaurant

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Kibbutz Ein Gev, 14940 Tel [phone] l Map C2
On the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee, this rather utilitarian restaurant is right on the water, near a swimming
beach and a lakefront promenade. It has had a loyal following for decades thanks to the reasonable prices and
excellent baked, fried and grilled fish, served with salad, French fries and pickles/gherkins. Also has pasta and quiche.
SEA OF GALILEE Vered HaGalil 7 Δ , © ˚ \\
Hwy 90, Corazim Junction, 12928 Tel [phone] l Map C2
On a family-run horse ranch that rents out rooms, this rustic, vaguely American-style restaurant, built of local
boulders and wood beams, garners enthusiastic reviews. Specialities include juicy steaks, hamburgers, chicken
dishes, salmon and aubergine lasagna. Children's meals available. Situated 5 km (3 miles) north of Capernaum.
SEA OF GALILEE Yarden 7 Δ , © ˚ \\\
Beit Gavriel, Tzemah, 15132 Tel [phone] l Map C2
At the far southern tip of the Sea of Galilee, this non-meat restaurant, inside the stunning Beit Gavriel cultural
centre, affords unsurpassed views of the sea and the Golan. Specializes in fresh fish and Italian dishes (pizza, pasta,
lasagna) but also serves meal-sized salads, stuffed mushrooms, quiche and a good selection of classic desserts.
TEL AVIV Aboulafia Bakery 7 , © \
7 Yefet St, Jaffa, 68028 Tel [phone] l Map B3
A visit to this bakery is a classic Jaffa experience that has been enjoyed for decades - queuing on the pavement at
the high glass counters and choosing fresh pittas and sesame rolls topped, or filled, with za'atar , olives, a fried
egg or cheese. Purchases are best enjoyed as a picnic in nearby Old Jaffa, overlooking the sea or in the hilltop park.

Key to Price Guide see p272 Key to Symbols see back cover flap