Where to Eat in Ashkelon: The Best Restaurants and Bars

September 16, 2017 Malia Yoakum

Ashkelon (/ˈæʃkəlɒn/; also spelled Ashqelon and Ascalon /ˈæskəlɒn/; Hebrew:  אַשְׁקְלוֹן‬ [aʃkelon]; Arabic: عَسْقَلَان‎ ʿAsqalān) is a coastal city in the Southern District of Israel on the Mediterranean coast, 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of Tel Aviv, and 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) north of the border with the Gaza Strip. The ancient seaport of Ashkelon dates back to the Neolithic Age. In the course of its history, it has been ruled by the Ancient Egyptians, the Canaanites, the Philistines, the Assyrians, the Babylonians, the Greeks, the Phoenicians, the Hasmoneans, the Romans, the Persians, the Arabs and the Crusaders, until it was destroyed by the Mamluks in 1270.
Things to do in Ashkelon

1. Scubar

ashkelon marina, Ashkelon, Israel Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Bar, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +972 8-671-5531
Excellent
32%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
11%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 162 reviews

Scubar

Reviewed By Zeituni - Jerusalem, Israel

We went there by chance - just to spend time and to have a breakfast. It turned to be an enjoyment. You seat close to the sea, feeding fishes, on a comfortable chair under umbrella. The typical breakfast includes eggs, big salad, three kinds of cheese, olives, tuna, jam, fresh bread, juice, coffee. Service is prompt. Highly recommend!

2. GATOS

Nefti Center | Mercaz Nefti, Behind Giron Mall, off HaGvura Street, Ashkelon, Israel Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian Friendly, Kosher, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner +972 8-671-2711
Excellent
50%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
7%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 67 reviews

GATOS

Reviewed By Andrew W - Israel

Nice restaurant. Options for indoor and outdoor dining. Italian cuisine. Friendly staff. Music a little loud .All in all, a pleasant night out.

3. Linda

5, Abba Ahimeir | Barnea, Ashkelon, Israel Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Delivery Mediterranean, European, Israeli, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +972 8-684-2754
Excellent
58%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 174 reviews

Linda

Reviewed By julo972 - Omer, Israel

We were looking for a good place to celebrate a personal event and see a sunset over the sea. Ashkelon was close enough to were we live - for the view but until now we have not found a half decent restaurant in this town. Like in many other town there are many new restaurants, mostly kosher (not good for a Saturday event) and mostly bad. We found Linda on TA and decided to have dinner there and see the Sunset somewhere else. Linda was a lovely surprise. The food was excellent - we had a “sebiche” apetizer and a combination of beef and lamb item - both very very good. The sebiche is the local variety of marinated fish not the original Peruan dish but it was very good. Ve had also a first class chocolate cake + ice-cream dessert. The wine list was quite short and too modest. Service was very good and friendly except the reception - there was nobody to get us in. The restaurant setting is clean but not very nice - we planned an outside dinner but that did not look good at all at Linda and the interior is that of a poor coffee house. I hope they will improve the setting (and the wine list). We will definitely come again.

4. Furama

26 Ort, Ashkelon 7836041, Israel Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Delivery, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +972 8-673-8497
Excellent
30%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 56 reviews

Furama

Reviewed By LY315 - Israel

Asian restaurants aren't very common in southern Israel (maybe except sushi) therefore Furama, making business for many years in residential neighborhood in the south is a rare place. We had Sichuan pork which was delicious, one portion with 2 rice dishes was enough for two. Tasty food and good service.

5. Hanasi1

1 Ha-Nasi, Ashkelon 7837801, Israel Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Reservations Bar, American, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch +972 8-673-0209
Excellent
70%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 56 reviews

Hanasi1

Reviewed By Volker B - Stuttgart, Germany

Went there already twice and will definitely come back. The first time I followed the GPS and couldn`t find it until I realized that it`s a typical Irish Pub. Happy hour for beer starting from 5pm (?) til 8pm. Very nice atmosphere inside! Professional perfect service in any way. I like fine dining once in a while but have also a weakness for good burgers. These burgers are awesome!

6. Archie

Hof Dlila, Ashkelon 7829100, Israel Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Highchairs Available Bar, Pub, Israeli, Vegetarian Friendly Drinks, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night +972 8-633-4466
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 160 reviews

Archie

The Archie is situated just a few steps away from the blue waters of Delila beach in Ashkelon, Israel. The spectacular panoramic view offers a breathtaking sight on sailing boats, surfers and the sunset at the recently renewed seafront. We hope to encourage the developing culture of drinking beer in Israel by offering a variety of over fifty beers for every taste together with a carefully chosen selection of whiskeys. Come to discover the best local craft beers or choose from one of our sixteen draft beers. The restaurant offers top-notch European and American cuisine blended with fresh local ingredients. The menu includes a selection of tapas and tasty snacks along with main dishes served as classic breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as phenomenal homemade desserts. All this contributes to create a fantastic atmosphere for families or sitting together with friends till the wee hours of the morning. Easy to access also for handicapped, close by parking. Enjoy!

Reviewed By Jeremy P - Israel

burgers were ok , no special dressings, Gouda cheese , a slice of low quality processes cheese , would not make an effort to go there but if you are in Ashqelon its OK ' service on that Friday at 12.00 was not good , as if we were disturbing their peace and quiet !

7. Mai Way Fine Asian Cuisine

4 Ha-Nasi | Afridar Shopping Center, Ashkelon 7840402, Israel Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Japanese, Asian, Sushi, Thai, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Brunch, Dinner +972 8-676-6657
Excellent
66%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Mai Way Fine Asian Cuisine

Reviewed By Bassia B - Eilat, Israel

We were celebrating my husband's birthday, and wanted everything to be special and memorable.This was rated as a really good one-- on google-with the word "birthday" under the rating.
I was impressed with the name "MAI WAY" as a takeoff of Frank Sinatra's famous song:
"I DID IT MY WAY "There was cool humor and a hip play on words in this place from the get go!
From the moment you walk in to a very tasteful, low key oriental, island atmosphere
with wait staff really waiting to seat and serve you as they greet you warmly, you know you have made the right decision!Food of anyone;s dreams with a massive variety of appetizers that could be served as the meal itself!
A waiter appeared before you knew you needed him or her (even division of sexes!)
without being obtrusive.
A constant flow of guests----single couples and many single sex parties to celebrate different events----quite a few families with well behaved young children.
Everyone chatting and interacting without cell phones!
Soft low key music in the background----and such fanciful and humorous drinks and cocktails! Mine had a good size red lollipop as a mixer!
The birthday presentation was with FOUR waitstaff(2 males& 2 females) singing with gusto and carrying a very special platter which I had pre-ordered upon our entrance
without my husband's knowledge---they remembered without being reminded!
This was a real highlight to our three day birthday vacation in Ashkelon after an 8 year absence.Oh, and it's kosher too!
Worth going back for this place!

8. Cinnamon

1 Shlomo Cohen, Ashkelon 7865107, Israel Takeout, Seating, Outdoor Seating Cafe, Kosher Breakfast +972 8-673-8002
Excellent
69%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Cinnamon

Reviewed By Buckster21 - London

As others have said, this place is packed with customers and fresh flavours. Everything has just come out of the oven and the coffee is good. Breakfast is very filling and their bakery range is large.

9. Ziara

Bar Kochva Promenade, Ashkelon, Israel Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Highchairs Available Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner +972 8-633-5577
Excellent
41%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
6%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 87 reviews

Ziara

Reviewed By sssteveg - Israel

Ziara is an average restaurant with a spectacular view. It’s located right on the seashore overlooking the marina in Ashkelon. I had lunch with a group of 20 friends, and we had a limited number of selections to choose from, so I can’t really judge the full menu. However, I can say that what we had was tasty and the service was very good, especially considering the size of our group.
I gave the restaurant 4 pips – 3 for the food, and the fourth pip is for the view.

10. Anona

Rehov Yiftakh HaGiladi 17 | 17 Yiftah Ha Giladi St., Ashkelon 7860105, Israel Delivery, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi Israeli, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Kosher Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner +972 8-912-3697
Excellent
71%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 97 reviews

Anona

Reviewed By bracha t - Ashkelon

Since my last review (2014) Anona relocated to a larger facility in a residential neighborhood in Ashkelon. We enjoy it more than ever before. The place is tastefully decorated and much more comfortable. The food is better than ever and the coffee is incredibly good. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a dairy restaurant and vegetarians and vegans will be pleased by the menu. Still a gem of a place!

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