It’s no secret that Tel Aviv can be expensive, both for residents and tourists alike. Going out to eat, buying groceries, hotels, apartments, Airbnb’s, etc. all add up quickly. However, while Tel Aviv can be expensive; it does not have to be. To help you experience Tel Aviv without breaking the bank, we have created a day plan on how you can eat your way through the city, on a budget, in under 120 shekels.

While Tel Aviv is known for its hummus, falafel, sabich, and so on, the food scene is not just Israeli cuisine. Tel Aviv is home to countless other cuisines from across the globe from Thailand to Ethiopia. Whatever you’re craving, odds are that Israel has it. Keep reading to learn about some of the best places for food from around the world in Tel Aviv.

With Israel’s borders closed to tourists, it may seem that the possibility of an authentic and tasty Israeli meal is out of reach. However, this is not actually the case. Across the world, there are many incredible Israeli food spots that you can try before you finally board your flight to Israel. Here are a few of the top places for Israeli food around the world.

We can all agree that challah is undeniably delicious. Dipped in a hot bowl of soup, covered with chocolate chips or sprinkles, toasted and topped with butter or hummus; challah is not only incredibly tasty, but also very versatile. But why stop at chocolate chip challah, or plain old challah toast? Why not mix it up? After Shabbat dinner ends, there is a world of options for your leftover challah. Keep reading to get some leftover challah recipe ideas with an Israeli twist!