Cicchetti
Ha-rakevet, Tel Aviv
Restaurant in Tel Aviv, Israel
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Cicchetti sits on Yehuda ha-Levi with a Venetian name and a split schedule that favors neighborhood regulars. Without published cuisine or price data, it's hard to benchmark against Tel Aviv's clearer contenders, but the easy booking tier and evening-focused hours suggest a bar-centric format where counter seats; if available; suit solo diners. Weekend lunch service adds midday flexibility for visitors threading multiple stops into a single day.
About Cicchetti
Cicchetti is a Tel Aviv venue with a casual dress code and a schedule that covers weekday evenings, Friday and Saturday lunch, Friday and Saturday dinner, giving diners several timing options. Go in with flexible expectations rather than a fixed idea of what the experience will be. If you are comparing it with other Tel Aviv dining such as Abie or Alena at The Norman, use practical details rather than assumed menu style or level of formality.
What to Know Before You Go
Cicchetti is in Tel Aviv, the dress code is casual. Check current seating details if counter seating or seat count matters to your plans. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 4–10:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM–3 PM and 6–10:30 PM, Sunday from 4–10:30 PM. Lunch runs on Friday and Saturday. For other dining possibilities, check our full Tel Aviv restaurants guide.
Booking and Timing
For reservations, walk-ins, phone details, online booking, check directly with the venue or a current booking source before making firm plans, especially for groups. If you are weighing Cicchetti against Taizu, Dinings Restaurant, Kab Kem, Abie, or Alena at The Norman, compare the most current availability rather than relying on assumed demand or service style.
Closing time is 10:30 PM across all listed dinner services. Dinner begins at 4 PM from Sunday through Thursday and at 6 PM on Friday and Saturday. Friday and Saturday lunch runs from 11 AM–3 PM. For menu changes by service, beverage focus, late-night options, check directly with the venue. For drinks elsewhere before or after dinner, see our full Tel Aviv bars guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Yehuda ha-Levi St 58, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
- Website
- cicchettitlv.com
- Phone
- +97236853499
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cicchetti translates the Venetian small-plate tradition into a Tel Aviv context, producing a casual yet sophisticated spot that rewards attention. It sits on a quieter residential corridor and deliberately resists tourist performance, favoring precision, acidity and textural contrast over indulgence. The service logic leans counter-first — quick, multiple bites that encourage circulation and sharing — while the cooking reflects local seasonality and measured restraint. The result is intimate rather than flashy: a place where informed diners appreciate the craft behind compact, well-balanced bites in a relaxed, quietly stylish setting.
Best For
This is a strong pick for informal socializing and shared meals: after-work groups looking to graze, friends assembling a selection of small plates for casual hangouts, and couples seeking a low-key date night rooted in serious cooking. Its cicchetti format naturally suits group dining and brunch-style sharing, because the menu is built around multiple modest dishes meant to be sampled and passed. The restaurant’s residential location and focused approach also appeal to diners who prefer something local and authentic rather than tourist-oriented dining.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu as a sequence of cicchetti: order several small plates to share rather than centering a single entrée. Start with lighter items — the Sicilian sea fish carpaccio and marinated vegetables — then move to richer fried bites like arancini and the fresh tortellini with ricotta and spinach. Don’t skip the focaccia with tomato salsa and pesto as a vehicle for the flavor-led plates, and save room for tiramisu. Pace the group and aim for variety: contrast acid, salt and texture to experience the kitchen’s restraint and the Israeli produce-driven approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, energetic, and intimate with a local vibe; described as a 'little gem' with good music and high tables or street seating that creates a convivial atmosphere.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Arancini risotto balls
- Sicilian sea fish carpaccio
- Fresh tortellini with ricotta and spinach
- Focaccia with tomato salsa and pesto
- Tiramisu
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Dinings Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Alena at The Norman, Israeli Cuisine, Israeli Cuisine
- Abie, Notable alternative
- Taizu, Notable alternative
- Kab Kem, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Cicchetti's lack of published price or cuisine detail makes direct comparison speculative, but the easy booking tier places it below the advance-planning threshold required for Alena at The Norman (Israeli fine dining with hotel polish) or Taizu (pan-Asian tasting menus). If the Venetian name signals cicchetti-style small plates, the format aligns loosely with Kab Kem's sharing-plate approach, though Kab Kem's established reputation and explicit menu reduce guesswork. Abie and Dinings Restaurant offer clearer value propositions with published menus and awards data; if you need certainty before booking, start there.
For solo diners and couples prioritizing counter interaction over cuisine pedigree, Cicchetti's weekday 4 PM start and weekend lunch slots provide scheduling flexibility that Alena and Taizu lack. Groups of four or more should favor Kab Kem or Abie, where table capacity and group-friendly layouts are confirmed. If the venue's Venetian nod translates to a wine-bar focus, the easy booking advantage matters less, Tel Aviv's bar scene rewards walk-ins at multiple venues. Without price signals, budget-conscious diners gain more transparency at Dinings or Taizu, where tasting menus carry explicit per-head costs and the service format justifies the outlay.
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Compare Cicchetti
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cicchetti | Tel Aviv | ; | No published awards |
| Dinings Restaurant | Tel Aviv | ; | No published awards |
| Alena at The Norman | Tel Aviv | Israeli Cuisine | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Abie | Tel Aviv | ; | No published awards |
| Taizu | Tel Aviv | ; | No published awards |
| Kab Kem | Tel Aviv | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Cicchetti?
Check directly with the venue for current bar or counter seating options. Cicchetti’s weekday hours are 4–10:30 PM Monday through Thursday, with Sunday also 4–10:30 PM.
How far ahead should I book Cicchetti?
For reservation timing and walk-in availability, check directly with the venue. Use the hours as a planning baseline: Friday and Saturday lunch runs 11 AM–3 PM, dinner is available nightly within the listed evening hours.
Is Cicchetti good for solo dining?
Cicchetti may suit a casual weeknight meal; check current seating options if you prefer bar or counter seating. The venue is casual, weeknight service runs 4–10:30 PM.
Is Cicchetti good for a special occasion?
Cicchetti has a casual dress code. If you are planning a celebration, compare current availability with options such as Alena at The Norman or Taizu and choose based on the experience you want.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cicchetti?
Lunch is on Friday and Saturday only, from 11 AM–3 PM. Dinner is available Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 4–10:30 PM, plus Friday and Saturday from 6–10:30 PM. Check the current menu if you want to compare lunch and dinner.
What are alternatives to Cicchetti in Tel Aviv?
Other named options to consider include Taizu, Dinings Restaurant, Kab Kem, Abie, Alena at The Norman. Compare current hours, booking availability, the specific experience at each venue before choosing.
