Ariel Yerzin is a cornerstone of the Israeli culinary scene, known for bringing authentic French brasserie culture to Tel Aviv. Along with his brother Yuval, he leads the Yerzin-Sela group, focusing on high-quality,...
A Parisian-inspired brasserie by the renowned Yerzin Brothers. Located in a historic building (Cinema Hotel) near Dizengoff Square, it features an open kitchen and elegant European decor.
Customer Perception
Highly praised for its stunning aesthetic and high-quality food. Some guests find the brunch portions/sides small for the price and note that the atmosphere can become quite noisy.
Additional Details
Bel Ami is described as the 'French sister' to the popular Tel Aviv spots Cafe Italia and Magazzino. It aims to bring a classic Parisian escape to the heart of Tel Aviv.
We visited for dinner and had a wonderful experience.
Located on the ground floor of the hotel, the restaurant features beautiful decor and a calm, inviting atmosphere.
The service was excellent, our waitress was attentive without being pushy.
We started with the onion soup, which was absolutely delicious. For our main courses, we had the Beef Bourguignon. The beef was incredibly tender, paired with a rich sauce and perfect mashed potatoes.
We finished with a fantastic Creme Brulee.
The cocktails were well-crafted, and they offer a great variety of wines.
Highly recommended!
3
Honestly, I had very mixed feelings about the brunch at this place. On the one hand, the food we received was very tasty and also very pleasing to the eye. On the other hand, the value for money here is embarrassing. The menu states that alongside the main dish you get a bread basket and a cheese plate — well, not quite. It turns out that a couple gets one plate with three tiny pieces of cheese (and honestly, not particularly good or special ones), which works out to about a bite and a half of cheese per person, two slices of bread, and two small rolls. That, supposedly, is the portion for two. If you want more bread, it’s an extra charge.
I don’t know which genius decided that one slice of bread and one roll per person counts as a “bread basket,” or that three tiny pieces of cheese for a couple constitute a “cheese plate,” but it’s frankly borderline insulting. Even the coffee included with the breakfast is served in tiny cups that you finish in a sip and a quarter. Even if you’re not supposed to leave breakfast completely stuffed, you certainly shouldn’t leave half hungry.
There’s no comparison between this and other breakfast offerings in Tel Aviv at hotel restaurants like Rothschild 65 or George & John, which is a real shame. Because there is potential — the main dish is tasty and looks great — but everything else deserves a failing grade.
5
Bel Ami is hands down one of the best breakfast spots in Tel Aviv. The food is absolutely superb, fresh, beautifully made, and clearly crafted with real attention to detail that is apparent in everything, from the plating to the service. The ambiance is warm, stylish, and relaxed, making it a perfect place to start the day. We truly enjoyed both the food and the overall experience, and we will definitely be back.
5
The place looks amazing. Food was wonderfully prepared. Service was pleasant but the bread basket came at the end of the meal and we had to ask 3 times for water. Can be very noisy.
