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Middle Eastern restaurant in Tel Aviv-Yafo
What should I order at The Old Man and the Sea?
What to order
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Salads
Mentioned repeatedly as a standout part of the meal: there are many fresh, tasty salads, they come in huge variety, and they are often refilled for free.
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Hummus
Frequently included among the complimentary starters and praised as fresh and delicious, often served with bread and other mezze.
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Pita Bread
Recommended for being served fresh and warm, often alongside the salads and dips, and described as a great part of the overall experience.
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Laffa
Called out in the reviews as part of the generous starter spread, with fresh Laffas served alongside hummus and salads.
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Sea Bass
Specifically praised as fresh, very well cooked, and excellent, making it one of the most positively mentioned main dishes.
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Kebab
Recommended several times for being excellent, flavorful, and a satisfying main course, with one review specifically praising the homemade kebab meat.
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Grilled Fish
Highlighted as absolutely delicious and made with love, with reviewers especially praising how fresh it is.
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Falafel
Mentioned as especially good and loved by reviewers, with one saying they enjoyed it so much they took the rest back to the hotel.
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Lamb Chops
Praised for being seasoned and cooked perfectly, and grouped with other standout grilled dishes.
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Fish Dishes
Recommended for being well seasoned and perfectly cooked, with multiple reviews emphasizing the freshness of the seafood.
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Pasta With Seafood
Described as very fresh, big, and very tasty, making it a notable seafood main among the reviews.
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Eggplant Dish
Called out as 'out of this world,' making it one of the most enthusiastically praised specific dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
About The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea is a Middle Eastern, fish, meat, and seafood restaurant in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. Reviewers consistently describe it as a large, portside spot near the Tel Aviv and Jaffa ports with sea views, fast and attentive service, and very generous fixed meze service that includes pita, hummus, salads, lemonade, dessert, and coffee. The menu is known for fresh fish and seafood, as well as kebabs, chicken, lamb, and other Mediterranean dishes. The price range is ₪100–150, and many reviews say the portions and included extras make it feel worth the cost.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is The Old Man and the Sea known for?
It is best known for its huge spread of complimentary mezze, including hummus, Arabic bread, salads, lemonade, dessert, and coffee, served alongside mains. Reviewers also highlight fresh fish and seafood, especially sea bass and seafood pasta, plus kebabs, lamb, and chicken.
What dishes are most recommended at The Old Man and the Sea?
Reviewers repeatedly mention sea bass, seafood pasta, homemade kebab meat, lamb kebab, hummus, laffa, and eggplant. The standout pattern is that the seafood is praised for freshness, while the mezze and flatbreads are described as abundant and refilled often.
What is the atmosphere like at The Old Man and the Sea?
The restaurant is described as casual and cozy, with outdoor seating by the water and views of the sea at the Tel Aviv port or Jaffa port. It is often recommended for families, groups, tourists, and solo diners because the service is quick and the meal is a full, shared-style experience.
Is The Old Man and the Sea good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ₪100–150, and reviewers often say the food is worth the price because so much is included, from dozens of mezze plates to dessert and coffee. One review noted a sea bass at 119 shekels and a kebab at 84 shekels, with no extra charge for the large starter spread if you order a main.
What should I know before visiting The Old Man and the Sea?
It can get busy, especially on Friday night, but reviewers say service is usually fast and attentive even when the dining room is full. The restaurant accepts reservations and has on-site, free lot, and free street parking, though one review noted that a reservation did not always guarantee immediate seating.
Is parking available at The Old Man and the Sea?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Old Man and the Sea have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Old Man and the Sea offers vegetarian options.
Is The Old Man and the Sea kid-friendly?
Yes, The Old Man and the Sea is good for kids.
