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Manta Ray
Seafood Sharing Dish
Recommended multiple times for its generous portions and variety, including crabs, prawns, calamari, mussels, grilled pineapple, sweet potatoes, and risotto with a coconut milk sauce adding a Thai touch. Praised for freshness and flavor.
Crab Meat Pasta
Mentioned specifically as very good and filling, combining fresh crab meat with pasta to create a satisfying seafood dish.
Shrimp and Calamari Risotto
Highly recommended as very tasty with the best calamari many reviewers have had in a long time, noted for high quality and excellent cooking.
Whole Baked Fish
Noted as a delicious main course option, showcasing fresh fish cooked perfectly, often enjoyed with scenic beach views.
Lamb Ossobuco
Listed among standout dishes, appreciated for its flavor and preparation, providing a noteworthy meat option alongside seafood.
Seared Tuna Steak
Praised for perfect searing and quality, recommended as a beautifully prepared main dish.
Trout with Gnocchi
Recommended as a delicious and well-prepared main course, combining fresh fish with comforting gnocchi.
Starters / Mezze
Frequently praised for variety, freshness, and flavor, with many reviewers highlighting the rich options and tasty small plates to start the meal.
Local Lightly Fried Small Fish
Recommended for freshness and perfect cooking, enhanced by plenty of lemon, a popular seafood starter.
Scallops
Mentioned as very tasty and well-prepared, often alongside other seafood dishes, appreciated by reviewers.
Desserts
Highly praised for being marvelous and a delightful finish to the meal, contributing to the overall excellent dining experience.
Breakfast / Brunch Small Plates and Breads
Recommended for a wonderful start to the day, offering a variety of small plates and fantastic breads with a great sea view.
Location details
בתוך חניון בית האצ״ל מאנטה ריי הכניסה לחניון, Nahum Goldmann St 4, Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL
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Middle Eastern seafood dishes are matched by an extensive drink menu at this oceanfront eatery.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Trending
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Manta Ray known for?
Manta Ray is best known for seafood with a direct sea view, especially when seated outside or on the deck terrace. Reviewers repeatedly mention fresh fish, seafood platters, and the beach setting as the main reasons people return.
What dishes are most recommended at Manta Ray?
Reviewers most often recommend the seafood sharing platter, crab meat pasta, shrimp and calamari risotto, bouillabaisse, and shakshuka for breakfast. Mezze, fresh starters, calamari, scallops, and sea bass also come up often as standout items.
Is Manta Ray good value, and what is the price range?
Manta Ray is in the ₪100–350 range, and reviewers describe it as expensive rather than cheap. Even so, many say the portions are filling, the seafood quality is high, and the view and service make the price feel worthwhile.
When is the best time to visit Manta Ray?
Sunset is a popular time because reviewers say the sea view and evening light make the meal memorable. Breakfast and brunch are also popular, but reservations are strongly recommended because the restaurant is often full and brunch can end by 11:30.
Is parking available at Manta Ray?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Manta Ray have vegetarian options?
Yes, Manta Ray offers vegetarian options.
Is Manta Ray kid-friendly?
Yes, Manta Ray is good for kids.
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