TRAVEL / January
Teder.fm
People usually begin a night
out at the beachfront bars.
nuts or shredded coconut was introduced to Tel
Aviv more than 80 years ago by Turkish immigrants.
HaMalabiya (60 Allenby Street) is a small stall
where malabi is the only dish on the menu.
You’ll notice that picnics and barbecues are
an important part of the Tel Aviv lifestyle. Grab a
sandwich and hang out at the beach to understand
the real meaning of the word ‘sand’-wich. Or plan an
ocean-side barbecue as an alternative to spending an
evening at a restaurant. Mind you, the grassy areas
next to the beaches get crowded on Friday nights,
when groups of friends and family get together to
enjoy barbecues by the beach.
NIGHTLIFE: HIP BARS AND TRENDY CLUBS
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The Manhattan of the Middle East offers a variety
of nightlife options. There are many live-music
venues, discos, rooftop bars, and underground clubs
to discover in Tel Aviv, so you’ll never feel a shortage
of ideas for where to find a party. Unlike in many
European cities, nightlife in Tel Aviv is not just for the
younger crowd, and you’ll be sure to find a place you
like no matter your age. The only decision you’ll need
to make is whether you fancy a wine bar or pub.
People usually start the night at the beachfront
bars and lounges before dinner. Parties take place
throughout the week, so you can come here to
dance nonstop from Thursday until Saturday night.
However, keep in mind that there’s really nothing to
do at the clubs before midnight.
If you want to stay on the sand, Gordon Beach is
famous for its parties. Order Israel’s classic summer
beverage, the limonana, which is lemonade with
crushed mint leaves. For something stronger, young
people in Tel Aviv have gone crazy for Tubi 60, a
spirit made of 60 herbs and fruit essences, high-
quality alcohol, and lemon juice. It tastes similar to
limoncello mixed with ginger and herbal extracts
and has become the most popular hipster drink in
the city. On a hot summer’s day, drink Tubi 60 with
mango or pineapple juice.
The clubs along Rothschild Boulevard and Tel Aviv
Port are trend setters for the city’s bustling nightlife.
Bootleg (48 King George Street) is an underground
space with a great atmosphere as well as house and
techno music. Teder.fm (9 Derech Jaffa) is a hipster
mecca that regularly hosts guest DJs, movie nights,
and even a vintage market. On the upper floor is
Eyal Shani’s Romano restaurant, while the bar at
street level serves drinks and some of the best pizza
in town. The Block (157 Shalma Road) is Tel Aviv’s
biggest nightclub. It has three different areas for
partying and features some of the world’s leading
DJs – once you hit the main dance floor, you’ll find it
hard to leave!
And then there’s Sputnik (122 Allenby Street), an
iconic bar for chilling, drinks, and catching up with
friends. Make sure to book a table in advance to avoid
having to stand in a long queue. The ‘cocktail bar
pharmacy’ is another idea for your night out. Find
the sign that says ‘East Jaffa Perfume Company’, and
you’ll be at the right place. Also known as Spicehouse
(117 Dizengoff Street), it’s the largest cocktail bar in
Tel Aviv. The bartenders dress like pharmacists and
serve drinks in glass beakers. bo