Quick Answer: Recommended restaurants in Eilat, 11 places checked on October 4, 2026: For fish on the water — Pago Pago (HaMayim 99, in the Marina Lagoon, since 1986) and Les Sardines (Laguna Hotel Promenade); For meat — Pedro (Sderot Ya'elim 38); On the South Beach — Indigo; And for kosher — Shipudei Tzipora and Mashehu Mitbashel Po (Mehadrin), and Varkada (fish, dairy) and Avshi Shawarma. Staying in Eilat? Accommodation near the Marina and North Beach.
Updated: October 4, 2026 · Existence, addresses, hours, and kashrut were checked on the same day against restaurant websites and local guides (eilat.city, Metaylim BaKipa, rol). When sources disagreed on an address or hours — we omitted the detail.
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Table: 11 Recommended Restaurants in Eilat — Type, Location, and Kashrut (Checked on 4.10.2026)
| Restaurant | Type | Location | Kosher? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pago Pago | Fish, Seafood & Meat | HaMayim 99, Marina Lagoon | No (open on Shabbat) |
| Les Sardines | Fish, Seafood & Meat | Laguna Hotel Promenade | No (open on Shabbat) |
| Pedro | Meat Restaurant | Sderot Ya'elim 38 | No (open on Shabbat) |
| Indigo | Mediterranean Beach Restaurant | Derech Mitzrayim, Turquoise Alley 15 | No (open on Shabbat) |
| Thaistory | Thai & Sushi | Tarshish 9 | No (open on Shabbat) |
| Caffe Optimi | Italian-Israeli, Breakfast | The Promenade, next to Mall Hayam | No |
| The Brewery | Brewery & Bar-Restaurant | Ha'Oregim St., Industrial Zone | No (open on Shabbat) |
| Varkada | Italian-Greek Fish (Dairy) | Tarshish 2 | Yes — Eilat Rabbinate |
| Shipudei Tzipora | Grill & Skewers | Kamen 10 | Yes — Mehadrin Beit Yosef |
| Mashehu Mitbashel Po | Home Cooking & Catering | HaMasger 5 | Yes — Mehadrin Rabbi Machfud |
| Avshi Shawarma | Shawarma & Hummus | Neviot St., Tzofit Center | Yes — Rabbinate supervision |
Table sources: Restaurant websites, eilat.city, Metaylim BaKipa, and rol, as they appeared on October 4, 2026. "Open on Shabbat" — according to hours published for Shabbat on the restaurant's website or eilat.city.
Fish and Seafood Restaurants
Pago Pago Fish & Grill
A fish and meat restaurant in the Marina Lagoon, on the waterfront, operating according to its website since 1986. The menu: fish, seafood, and meats — a classic choice for a romantic dinner on the water.
- Address: HaMayim 99, Eilat
- Phone: 08-6376660
- Hours (according to restaurant website, October 2026): Sun-Wed 18:00-22:30 · Thu 13:00-22:30 · Fri 13:00-23:00 · Sat 13:00-22:30
- Kashrut: Not Kosher
- Website: pagopagorest.com
Les Sardines
A fish, meat, and seafood restaurant on the Laguna Hotel promenade, with grilled and oven-baked fish. Open all week, including Shabbat.
- Location: Laguna Hotel Promenade
- Phone: 08-6767488
- Hours (according to restaurant website): Sun-Sat 12:30-23:00
- Website: les-sardines.net
Varkada — Kosher Fish
A kosher, dairy fish restaurant, Greek-Italian style. According to Metaylim BaKipa (April 2026 update), it is under the supervision of the Eilat Rabbinate. Hours: Sun-Thu 13:00-23:30 and Saturday nights about an hour after Shabbat ends (according to the restaurant's website). A good option for those who keep kosher and want a fish meal.
- Address: Tarshish 2, Eilat
- Kashrut: Eilat Rabbinate (Dairy)
- Website: varkada.co.il
Meat Restaurant: Pedro
Pedro on Sderot Ya'elim defines itself on its website as "Eilat's oldest meat restaurant." According to the website, Mondays feature a butchers' night and Wednesdays a fishermen's night, with the regular menu on other days.
- Address: Sderot Ya'elim 38, Eilat
- Phone: 08-637-9504
- Hours (according to restaurant website, October 2026): Tue-Fri 18:00-23:00 · Sat 14:00-23:00 (Sunday closed)
- Website: pedro.co.il
Kosher Restaurants in Eilat
⚠️ Always check for a valid kashrut certificate at the entrance — supervision can change.
Shipudei Tzipora
A kosher Israeli grill on Kamen Street. According to the restaurant's website, it's open Sun-Thu 12:00-23:00 and Fri 12:00-17:00.
- Address: Kamen 10, Eilat
- Phone: 08-6378228
- Kashrut: Mehadrin Beit Yosef (according to Metaylim BaKipa)
- Website: tziporaeilat.co.il
Mashehu Mitbashel Po
A Mehadrin kosher restaurant and catering: homemade stews, meats, fish, and salads, plus Shabbat catering on Fridays. According to the restaurant's website, the place is currently undergoing accessibility improvements.
- Address: HaMasger 5, Eilat
- Phone: 077-455-0125
- Kashrut: Mehadrin Rabbi Machfud
- Website: eilat-restaurant.com
Avshi Shawarma — Kosher Street Food
A shawarma and hummus stand in the Tzofit shopping center — shawarma in pita, laffa, or on a plate. According to eilat.city, the place is kosher under Rabbinate supervision and open Sun-Thu from 11:00 — it's a lunch spot, not for dinner.
- Location: Neviot St., Tzofit Shopping Center
- Kashrut: Rabbinate supervision (according to eilat.city)
Mediterranean and International Restaurants
Indigo — Beach Restaurant
A Mediterranean beach restaurant on the South Beach. You can sit in a covered, air-conditioned area or by the water's edge, and the website notes many gluten-free options and vegan and vegetarian dishes. According to eilat.city, it's also open on Shabbat.
- Address: Derech Mitzrayim, Turquoise Alley 15, Eilat
- Phone: 08-6150150
- Website: indg.co.il
Thaistory — Thai & Sushi
A Thai restaurant with a sushi menu. According to the restaurant's website, spices are imported from Thailand and vegetables come from the Arava.
- Address: Tarshish 9, Eilat
- Phone: 08-8581818
- Hours (according to restaurant website): Tue-Sat 13:00-16:30 and 18:00-22:30 (Sunday not listed in hours)
- Website: thaistory.co.il
Caffe Optimi
An Italian-Israeli restaurant on the promenade, next to Mall Hayam, open daily from the morning. The menu includes: breakfast, shakshukas, pizzas, pastas, fish, and salads, with vegan options. Not kosher.
- Location: The Promenade, Pinat Eilat (next to Mall Hayam)
- Hours: Daily from 09:00 (closing time varies between sources — check before you go)
- Website: cafeoptimi.co.il
The Brewery
A brewery and bar-restaurant founded in 2015 in the industrial zone. The beer is brewed on-site, and you can see the brewery through a glass wall. Also open on Shabbat.
- Location: Ha'Oregim St., Industrial Zone
- Website: hamivshala.co.il
Our Recommendations by Situation
Table: Which Restaurant Suits Which Evening
| Situation | Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Romantic dinner on the water | Pago Pago / Les Sardines |
| Meat evening | Pedro |
| Beach meal, including gluten-free options | Indigo |
| Friends in the evening, local beer | The Brewery |
| Mehadrin Kosher | Shipudei Tzipora / Mashehu Mitbashel Po |
| Kosher Fish | Varkada |
| Quick Kosher Lunch | Avshi Shawarma |
| Breakfast on the Promenade | Caffe Optimi |
| Thai / Sushi | Thaistory |
Planning a romantic evening? It's also worth choosing where you'll stay afterward — we've compiled suites in Eilat offered on Livo on one page. Looking for something small and intimate? On the zimmer in Eilat for couples page, you'll find rooms, studios, and one-bedroom suites.
Coming in a large group and prefer a shared dinner at home? On the villa in Eilat page, Livo only displays properties that hosts have marked as a villa — check each villa's page to see if it has a fully equipped kitchen and a dining table for the whole group.
Kashrut in Eilat — What You Need to Know
Before entering a kosher restaurant, check for a valid kashrut certificate — supervision can change.
Kashrut levels in the restaurants in this guide:
- Mehadrin Beit Yosef — Shipudei Tzipora.
- Mehadrin Rabbi Machfud — Mashehu Mitbashel Po.
- Eilat Rabbinate — Varkada (dairy), Avshi Shawarma.
Non-kosher restaurants in this guide: Pago Pago, Pedro, Les Sardines, Indigo, Thaistory, Caffe Optimi, and The Brewery.
Mixed family (kosher keepers and non-keepers)? Varkada and Avshi Shawarma are kosher and suitable for everyone; Caffe Optimi is not kosher, even if its menu is mostly dairy and vegetarian.
Where to Eat What — By Area
The Marina and Promenade: Pago Pago in the Marina Lagoon, Les Sardines on the Laguna Hotel promenade, and Caffe Optimi on the promenade. Recommended for evening.
The South Beach (Derech Mitzrayim): Indigo is on the beach — quieter than the Marina, and convenient to combine with a snorkeling day in the south.
Tarshish: Thaistory (Tarshish 9) and Varkada (Tarshish 2).
City Neighborhoods: Pedro (Sderot Ya'elim), Shipudei Tzipora (Kamen), Avshi Shawarma (Neviot), and Mashehu Mitbashel Po (HaMasger).
Industrial Zone: The Brewery (Ha'Oregim St.).
4 Tips to Save Without Compromising Quality
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Book a table in advance — on weekends and holidays, especially at waterfront restaurants. You can do so directly by phone or through the restaurant's website.
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Check hours before you go — Pago Pago opens Sun-Wed only at 18:00, and Thaistory doesn't publish hours for Sunday.
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Breakfast in a vacation apartment — An apartment with an equipped kitchen in Eilat allows you to have breakfast on the balcony and save your budget for a good dinner.
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Avshi Shawarma for lunch — The place operates Sun-Thu from 11:00, so plan it for lunch, not dinner.
Vouchers and Deals in Eilat
We've compiled vouchers and deals for businesses in Eilat on Livo's Deals and Vouchers page — it's worth a look before planning a night out.
Where to Stay in Eilat to Enjoy Neighborhood Restaurants
Accommodation location affects which restaurants are accessible on foot. Vacation apartments in the city's neighborhoods are closer to Pedro, Shipudei Tzipora, and Avshi Shawarma. Apartments in the Marina and North Beach area are close to Pago Pago, Les Sardines, and Caffe Optimi.
Livo — an Israeli vacation rental platform — offers villas and vacation apartments in Eilat, including vacation apartments in central Eilat. Not sure which area suits you? Send us a WhatsApp message with your dates and number of people, and we'll help you choose accommodation close to the restaurants you've planned.
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FAQ
What are the recommended restaurants in Eilat?
The guide lists 11 restaurants checked on October 4, 2026: Pago Pago and Les Sardines for fish on the water, Pedro for meat, Indigo on the South Beach, Thaistory for Thai, Caffe Optimi on the promenade, The Brewery for local beer, and for kosher — Varkada, Shipudei Tzipora, Mashehu Mitbashel Po, and Avshi Shawarma.
Are there good kosher restaurants in Eilat?
Yes. The guide lists four: Shipudei Tzipora (Kamen 10, Mehadrin Beit Yosef), Mashehu Mitbashel Po (HaMasger 5, Mehadrin Rabbi Machfud), Varkada (Tarshish 2, dairy fish, Eilat Rabbinate), and Avshi Shawarma (Neviot St., Rabbinate supervision). Supervision can change — check for a valid kashrut certificate at the entrance.
What is the best place to eat fish in Eilat?
Pago Pago (HaMayim 99, in the Marina Lagoon, operating since 1986) and Les Sardines (Laguna Hotel Promenade) are fish and seafood restaurants on the water. For those seeking kosher fish — Varkada (Tarshish 2), a dairy fish restaurant under the supervision of the Eilat Rabbinate.
Which restaurants in Eilat are open on Shabbat?
According to hours published in October 2026: Pago Pago (13:00–22:30), Pedro (14:00–23:00), Les Sardines (12:30–23:00), Thaistory, Caffe Optimi, and The Brewery are open on Shabbat. The kosher Shipudei Tzipora, Varkada, and Avshi Shawarma do not publish hours for Shabbat itself; Varkada and Shipudei Tzipora open on Saturday nights, after Shabbat ends.
Where can you eat by the sea in Eilat?
Pago Pago in the Marina Lagoon, Les Sardines on the Laguna Hotel promenade, Indigo on the South Beach (Derech Mitzrayim, Turquoise Alley 15), and Caffe Optimi on the promenade, next to Mall Hayam.
Can I consult with someone before booking accommodation in Eilat?
Yes. Send a WhatsApp message or call 050-780-1370 with your dates and number of people, and we'll help you choose accommodation in Eilat in an area convenient for you.
Where to eat breakfast in Eilat?
Caffe Optimi on the promenade is open daily from 09:00 and serves breakfast, shakshukas, pizzas, and pastas. Those staying in a vacation apartment with a kitchen can also have breakfast at home and save their budget for dinner.
עודכן לאחרונה: October 4, 2026