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The South Florida Israeli Restaurant List

Version 5, January 2026 — Curated by Foodies Who Review South Florida

The South Florida Israeli Restaurant List Version 5, January 2026 — Curated by Foodies Who Review South Florida

Updated 2026-08-31 14:35 UTC

An up-to-date overview of Israeli restaurants across South Florida, curated since October 2023. A living guide highlighting a range of Israeli dining experiences — though not all are kosher. As the dining scene continues to evolve, community input keeps this guide current.

Palm Beach County

AVI'S GRILL

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

249 E PALMETTO PARK RD, Boca Raton

Licensee: AVIS GRILL INC

$ Casual & No-Frills. Cozy, family-owned spot for authentic Israeli street food and fresh shawarma/falafel.

HP / 24mo
17
INT / 24mo
12
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
7
Last inspection
2026-04-21
Severity score
3334
Ownership changes
2
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA6011619

BISSLI GRILL

Active

12355 HAGEN RANCH RD UNIT 602, Boynton Beach

Licensee: BISSLI GRILL LLC

$ Fast-Casual. Counter-service grill, popular for pita sandwiches.

HP / 24mo
10
INT / 24mo
9
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-01-12
Severity score
3543
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA6021456

BOCA GRILL

Active

8903 GLADES RD #G10, Boca Raton

Licensee: BOCA GRILL INC

$ Fast-Casual & Takeout. Kosher grill in Fountains Center.

HP / 24mo
13
INT / 24mo
14
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-06-30
Severity score
3853
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA6019979

CAFE LANDWER — Boca

Active 🥃 Full liquor

9858 CLINT MOORE RD C134-136, Boca Raton

Licensee: L BOCA RATON LLC

$$ Famous Israeli cafe chain; stylish vibe, shakshuka, pastas, coffee.

HP / 24mo
15
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
7
Last inspection
2026-07-30
Severity score
3040
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA6022492

CHILL N GRILL PITA

AT YOUR OWN RISK Active

9065 SW 107 AVE, Miami

Licensee: HOLLYWELL LLC

Editorial cuisine-guide note
$ Quick, fresh pita sandwiches and bowls.

HP / 24mo
6
INT / 24mo
2
Emergency closures (24mo)
2
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2026-08-20
Severity score
1545
Ownership changes
3
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2334427

DVASH

Active 🥃 Full liquor

8208 GLADES ROAD, Boca Raton

Licensee: D'VASH INC

$$$$ Modern Casual. Elevated Mediterranean grill fare.

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
5
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
6
Last inspection
2026-02-27
Severity score
1772
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA6022481

GRILL PLACE

Active

265 NE SPANISH RIVER BLVD, Boca Raton

Licensee: GRILL PLACE LLC

$ Authentic Israeli grill. Shawarma, kabobs, schnitzel.

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
5
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-03-06
Severity score
754
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA6023079

MAOZ BOCA

Active

6000 GLADES RD STE 1176, Boca Raton

Licensee: FLORIDA FALAFEL COMPANY

$ Town Center Mall food court — vegetarian falafel + salad bar.

HP / 24mo
0
INT / 24mo
3
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
2
Last inspection
2025-11-03
Severity score
162
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
NOS6020187

MOTEK BOCA

Active 🥃 Full liquor

5377 TOWN CENTER RD #300, Boca Raton

Licensee: MOTEK BOCA RATON LLC

$$-$$$ Award-winning Miami import; Telavivian vibe, Arayes burgers, all-day brunch.

HP / 24mo
24
INT / 24mo
21
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-06-09
Severity score
3594
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA6022880

MAOZ FAU

Active

6000 GLADES RD STE 1176, Boca Raton

Licensee: FLORIDA FALAFEL COMPANY

$ FAU food-court vegetarian outpost.

HP / 24mo
0
INT / 24mo
3
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
2
Last inspection
2025-11-03
Severity score
162
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
NOS6020187

PITA PAN

Active

530 41 ST, Miami Beach

Licensee: ELTARESY EITHAN

$ Bakery-restaurant. Fresh-baked pita, laffa, breads on-site.

HP / 24mo
8
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-07-20
Severity score
3896
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2326929

PITA LEE

Delinquent

15280 JOG ROAD, Delray Beach

Licensee: PITA LEE LLC

$ Modern Fast-Casual. Exceptionally fresh falafel.

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
6
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-02-05
Severity score
1084
License expiry
2025-12-01
DBPR license
SEA6021255

KOSHER CHOBEE

Active

4875 OKEECHOBEE BLVD, West Palm Beach

Licensee: LION CHOBEE LLC

$ Kosher market/butcher shop. Groceries, fresh meats, prepared foods.

HP / 24mo
11
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
8
Last inspection
2026-04-14
Severity score
3852
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA6021567

Broward County

BOUTIQUE CAFE

Active 🥃 Full liquor

334 20 ST, Miami Beach

Licensee: LA VITA BELLA MIAMI LLC

$$ Cozy, kosher dairy cafe near the beach.

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
13
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-06-30
Severity score
1074
Ownership changes
2
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2337234

CAFE ARIA

Active

1306 N UNIVERSITY DR, Coral Springs

Licensee: LE CAFE ARIA CORP

$ Israeli-style cafe and coffee shop, Kosher Dairy (ORB).

HP / 24mo
1
INT / 24mo
3
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2025-11-05
Severity score
132
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1626166

CAFE BAIT @ AROMA MARKET

Active 🍷 Beer and wine, package sales +1

8819 STIRLING RD STE B, Cooper City

Licensee: AROMA MARKET & CATERING

$ Casual Market Cafe inside a kosher supermarket.

HP / 24mo
1
INT / 24mo
2
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2025-11-04
Severity score
3229
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
CAT1620778

CAFE LANDWER — Hallandale

Active 🥃 Full liquor

805 SE 1 AVE , Hallandale Beach

Licensee: OTK GROUP LLC

$$ Israeli cafe chain outpost in Atlantic Village.

HP / 24mo
5
INT / 24mo
6
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-03-02
Severity score
580
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA1625917

CHEESE XPRESS

Active

9970 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Sunrise

Licensee: KOSHER CROWN LLC

$ Kosher dairy: pizza, pasta, calzones, fish.

HP / 24mo
10
INT / 24mo
1
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
8
Last inspection
2026-04-15
Severity score
1785
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1625263

DABUSH SHAWARMA

Active

3371 SHERIDAN ST, Hollywood

Licensee: DABUSH RESTAURANT ESTABLISHMENT AND MANAGEMENT

$ Israeli chain for traditional spit-carved shawarma.

HP / 24mo
6
INT / 24mo
4
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-01-15
Severity score
899
Ownership changes
2
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1625434

FRIENDSHIP GRILL

Active

1404 A E LAS OLAS BLVD, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE OF GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE INC

$ Beloved Israeli-Mediterranean comfort food.

HP / 24mo
3
INT / 24mo
8
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-08-24
Severity score
785
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1625950

GRAND CAFE HOLLYWOOD

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

2905 STIRLING RD, Hollywood

Licensee: ZAFRI MEIR

$$ Large kosher dairy institution. Pizza, sushi, pastries.

HP / 24mo
6
INT / 24mo
3
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-02-09
Severity score
3997
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA1621767

GRILL XPRESS

Active

10143 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Sunrise

Licensee: KOSHER CROWN LLC

$ Reliable Israeli grill for Sunrise/Lauderhill.

HP / 24mo
5
INT / 24mo
5
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-01-29
Severity score
1314
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1625488

HUMMUS ACHLA

Active

656-658 HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD, Hallandale

Licensee: HUMMUS ACHLA INC

$ Focused on creamy hummus with toppings.

HP / 24mo
10
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
6
Last inspection
2026-08-20
Severity score
5326
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1618371

THE HUMMUS HOUSE

Active

900 NE 20 AVE, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: HUMMUS HOUSE LLC

$ Vegetarian. Creative hummus bowls, fresh salads.

HP / 24mo
4
INT / 24mo
7
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
6
Last inspection
2026-08-13
Severity score
1550
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1624451

HUMMUS VEGAS

Active

5800 STIRLING RD, Hollywood

Licensee: FALAFEL VEGAS LLC

$-$$ Lively & Casual. Generous platters.

HP / 24mo
6
INT / 24mo
9
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2025-12-03
Severity score
1892
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1615955

PALA MEDITERRANEAN

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

3317 SHERIDAN ST, Hollywood

Licensee: EBD SERVICES INC

$$ Modern Casual. Fresh ingredients, clean presentation.

HP / 24mo
13
INT / 24mo
6
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-01-15
Severity score
1839
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA1624865

PITA STAR

Active

2680 N UNIVERSITY DR, Sunrise

Licensee: PITA STAR 1 INC

$ Reliable Israeli takeout/dine-in.

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
1
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-06-11
Severity score
3875
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1618082

PLANTATION PITA

Active

8966 CLEARY BLVD, Plantation

Licensee: PLANTATION PITA & GRILL LLC

$ Israeli-style pitas, platters, sides.

HP / 24mo
10
INT / 24mo
7
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-08-27
Severity score
3271
Ownership changes
3
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1621050

MISA BAR & GRILL

Formerly: Pita Mikol Halev

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

5376 PALM AVE, Miami

Licensee: MISABOR CRIOLLO LLC

$$ Slightly upscale bar & grill with Israeli classics.

HP / 24mo
14
INT / 24mo
15
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
6
Last inspection
2026-08-19
Severity score
4019
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2320806

SUNRISE PITA — Davie

Active

2275 S UNIVERSITY DR, Davie

Licensee: S &G EXPRESS II LLC

$ Quick Israeli street food.

HP / 24mo
5
INT / 24mo
2
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-07-08
Severity score
1744
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1622012

SUNRISE PITA — Sunrise

Active

2275 S UNIVERSITY DR, Davie

Licensee: S &G EXPRESS II LLC

HP / 24mo
5
INT / 24mo
2
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-07-08
Severity score
1744
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1622012

VISH HUMMUS

Active

2893 STIRLING ROAD, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: GOOD DAYS MALIHA LLC

$ Masabacha-style hummus — warm, chunky, with toppings.

HP / 24mo
1
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
7
Last inspection
2026-01-08
Severity score
956
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1624750

Miami-Dade County

ABBALÉ TELAVIVIAN KITCHEN — South Beach

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

864 COMMERCE ST, Miami Beach

Licensee: 864 COMMERCE ST LLC

$$$ Chic & Upscale. Chef-driven; modern Tel Aviv flavors.

HP / 24mo
8
INT / 24mo
8
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
6
Last inspection
2026-06-03
Severity score
1778
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2336154

ABBALÉ TELAVIVIAN KITCHEN — Aventura

Active 🥃 Full liquor

2956 NE 199 ST BLDG C STE C3, Aventura

Licensee: ABBALE AVENTURA LLC

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
17
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-04-23
Severity score
1207
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2335753

AROMA ESPRESSO BAR

Active

18710 SW 107 AVE #33, Cutler Bay

Licensee: MELI RESTAURANT INC

$-$$ Modern Israeli coffee shop with pastries, salads, sandwiches.

HP / 24mo
11
INT / 24mo
15
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
8
Last inspection
2026-08-20
Severity score
7329
Ownership changes
3
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2331270

ETZEL ITZIK

Active

11401 NW 12 ST #248, Miami

Licensee: PANPARRO LLC

$$ Bustling, no-frills institution. Huge home-style portions.

HP / 24mo
2
INT / 24mo
2
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2026-07-29
Severity score
233
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
NOS2337637

GRAND CAFE AVENTURA

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

2491 NE 186 ST, Miami

Licensee: GRAND CAFE MIAMI GARDENS LLC

$$ Sister to Hollywood. Massive kosher dairy menu.

HP / 24mo
11
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
7
Last inspection
2026-07-30
Severity score
4822
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2334181

HASALON MIAMI

404 WASHINGTON AVE, Miami Beach

$$$$ High-Energy & Luxury. Eyal Shani's wild interactive dinner party.

HP / 24mo
3
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-05-12
Risk band
low
DBPR license
2334455

HADEKEL

UNMATCHED

2500 NE 186 St, Aventura 33180

$$ Casual & Bustling. Landmark for shawarma and grilled meats.

JAFFA

Active

140 NE 39 ST #241, Miami

Licensee: ST. ROCH DESIGN DISTRICT LLC

Vendor inside MIA Market food hall (parent license SEA2335804). DBPR data reflects the parent. $$ Trendy Food Hall. Modern Israeli street food in MIA Market.

HP / 24mo
6
INT / 24mo
10
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2026-04-22
Severity score
1560
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2335804

JERUSALEM PIZZA

Active

761 NE 167 ST, North Miami Beach

Licensee: JERUSALEM PIZZA CORP

$ Long-running kosher pizza, falafel, dairy staples.

HP / 24mo
0
INT / 24mo
7
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-06-30
Severity score
1706
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2318901

LEVY'S SHAWARMA

Active 🍷 Beer and wine

3575 NE 207 ST UNIT B11, Aventura

Licensee: LEVYS SHAWARMA INC

$ Modern fast-casual.

HP / 24mo
2
INT / 24mo
8
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2026-05-21
Severity score
1107
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2336241

MOTEK — Aventura

Active 🥃 Full liquor

19565 BISCAYNE BLVD #946, Aventura

Licensee: HAPPY CORNER HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC

HP / 24mo
3
INT / 24mo
6
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2025-12-09
Severity score
794
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2336160

MOTEK — Brickell

Active 🥃 Full liquor

2701 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach

Licensee: HAPPY CORNER CAFE 27 LLC

HP / 24mo
28
INT / 24mo
63
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
14
Last inspection
2026-07-14
Severity score
4715
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2332237

MOTEK — Coral Gables

Active 🥃 Full liquor

45 MIRACLE MILE, Coral Gables

Licensee: MILLE HOSPITALITY LLC

HP / 24mo
13
INT / 24mo
24
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
9
Last inspection
2026-03-04
Severity score
4652
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2330745

MOTEK — Downtown

Active

36 NE 1 ST UNIT 132, Miami

Licensee: HAPPY CORNER HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC

HP / 24mo
10
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-08-14
Severity score
1870
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2336592

MOTEK — Miami Beach

Active 🥃 Full liquor

2701 COLLINS AVE, Miami Beach

Licensee: HAPPY CORNER CAFE 27 LLC

HP / 24mo
28
INT / 24mo
63
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
14
Last inspection
2026-07-14
Severity score
4715
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2332237

MOZART GRILL

Active

18120 COLLINS AVE, Sunny Isles

Licensee: MOZART GRILL EXPRESS INC

$$ Casual Sit-down. Meat counterpart to Mozart Cafe.

HP / 24mo
7
INT / 24mo
8
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-03-09
Severity score
2394
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2315211

NEYA RESTAURANT

Active 🥃 Full liquor

9491 HARDING AVENUE, Surfside

Licensee: NEYA USA INC

$$$ Modern & Upscale. Refined Israeli-Mediterranean shared plates.

HP / 24mo
3
INT / 24mo
4
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2026-06-16
Severity score
555
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
ABT expiry
03/31/2027
DBPR license
SEA2337252

PITA HUT — Aventura

Active

18450 W DIXIE HIGHWAY, North Miami Beach

Licensee: ORIGINAL PITA HUT II INC

HP / 24mo
6
INT / 24mo
7
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2026-02-02
Severity score
3076
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2331633

PITA HUT — Miami Beach

Active

530 41 ST, Miami Beach

Licensee: ELTARESY EITHAN

$ Classic American-Israeli fast food.

HP / 24mo
8
INT / 24mo
11
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
5
Last inspection
2026-07-20
Severity score
3896
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2326929

PITA LOCA

Active

4017 PRAIRIE AVE, Miami Beach

Licensee: PITA LOCA OF SOUTH BEACH INC

$ Late-Night & No-Frills. Neighborhood kosher; late hours.

HP / 24mo
2
INT / 24mo
7
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
3
Last inspection
2026-04-21
Severity score
2228
Ownership changes
1
License expiry
2026-10-01
DBPR license
SEA2333932

PITA PLUS — Aventura

Active

2145 STIRLING RD, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: BISSLI INC

$ Israeli pitas, schnitzel, shawarma, plates.

HP / 24mo
1
INT / 24mo
1
Emergency closures (24mo)
0
Inspections (24mo)
4
Last inspection
2025-12-19
Severity score
4129
License expiry
2026-12-01
DBPR license
SEA1608878

Contributors: Jason Perlow, Ryan S. Feigenblatt, and many other Foodies Who Review South Florida members.

Data sources: FRI. Built from DBPR public inspection records, Florida Sunbiz business filings, and Foursquare/OSS location data. All counts are derived from public records — no estimates or projections unless labeled as forecast.

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