Nanuchka

Nanuchka is a Georgian-Israeli restaurant at 30 Lilienblum Street, in the Lilienblum and Rothschild area of Tel Aviv-Yafo. The restaurant is known for combining the food of the Caucasus with Tel Aviv's party-minded dining culture, and it has become an established name among the city's themed restaurants. The cuisine draws on Georgian staples, adapted to the Israeli setting. It is not a Michelin venue, and its appeal comes from its atmosphere. Signature dishes include khachapuri, the cheese-filled bread often served with an egg, khinkali dumplings, and grilled skewers. These dishes suit sharing, and the menu tends to encourage ordering several plates for the table. The dining room is colourful, loud and festive, with eclectic decor, music, and a late-evening buzz. There is no formal dress code, and the crowd is a mix of locals, groups and visitors. Noise levels are high at peak hours. Georgian and Israeli wines feature on the list, alongside cocktails and spirits, and the restaurant is known for a lively bar. Prices are in the upper tier at $$$, with a group meal and drinks costing noticeably more than street-food options. The restaurant opens in the evening daily, with weekend lunch on some days, and stays open on Saturday. Reservations are recommended for evenings, and booking a few days ahead is sensible for Thursday and Friday nights, when the room fills. Visitors should confirm hours. The street location is within walking distance of Rothschild Boulevard, Carmel Market and Neve Tzedek, so a meal at Nanuchka fits naturally into an evening on foot through the centre of Tel Aviv.