The dough
A blend of Italian Caputo flours, slow-fermented over days in a dedicated proofing room at 70% hydration — light, airy and easy to digest.
La Tigre — Neapolitan Pizza & Italian Bar in Tel Aviv
About
Naples, in the heart of Tel Aviv
La Tigre is a Neapolitan pizzeria and Italian bar — the only restaurant in Israel accepted into the World Association of Neapolitan Pizzaiuoli (A.P.N). Our team trained in Naples under pizza world champion Davide Civitiello, and everything on the plate and in the glass is 100% Italian. As the evening unfolds, the room turns into a lively Italian bar.
Three ingredients, zero compromises
What goes into every pizza
The sauce
San Marzano tomatoes grown in the volcanic soil at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, prized for their shape and their unforgettable flavour.
The cheese
Fior di latte — "the flower of milk" — mozzarella sourced directly from Campania, Italy.
Two locations in Tel Aviv
Come find us
Florentin
Yedidya Frenkel 9, Florentin, Tel Aviv
Sun–Sat · 12:00–00:00
Our Florentin location is set in a preserved heritage building and is not wheelchair accessible.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I eat authentic Neapolitan pizza in Tel Aviv?
La Tigre serves authentic Neapolitan pizza at two Tel Aviv locations — Florentin (Rabbi Yitzhak Yedidya Frenkel 9) and Basel (Alkalai 5). It is the only restaurant in Israel accepted into the Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napoletani, with every pizza baked in a wood-fired oven. Both branches also have a full Italian bar.
Is La Tigre tourist-friendly, and is there a menu in English?
Yes. La Tigre is popular with visitors and locals alike, and the staff speak English. This page covers the essentials, and the full menu is available online. Both Tel Aviv branches — Florentin and Basel — welcome tourists, whether you want a quick pizza or a full evening with drinks at the bar.
Do I need to book a table?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially on weekends and in the evening. You can reserve online through Ontopo for each branch separately — Florentin or Basel — in about a minute. Walk-ins are welcome when there is space, but a reservation guarantees your table. For larger groups, call +972-3-632-5359.
Where are La Tigre’s branches located?
La Tigre has two branches in Tel Aviv. The Florentin branch is at Rabbi Yitzhak Yedidya Frenkel 9, in the lively Florentin neighbourhood. The Basel branch is at Alkalai 5, in the quieter old north near Basel Square. Both serve the same Neapolitan pizza and the same Italian bar.
Does La Tigre offer delivery and takeaway?
Yes. Both branches deliver through Wolt, and you can also order takeaway for pickup straight from the oven. Neapolitan pizza is best enjoyed fresh, so pickup or delivery to a nearby address gives the best result. Check the Wolt app with your address for delivery availability.
Is La Tigre kosher?
La Tigre is not kosher. It is a Neapolitan pizzeria and Italian bar serving traditional Italian dishes, pizza from a wood-fired oven, cocktails, wine and aperitivo. If you are visiting Tel Aviv for authentic Italian food and a lively bar atmosphere, both the Florentin and Basel branches are a great choice.
What's the difference between Margherita and Marinara pizza?
They are the two classics of Naples. A Marinara has no cheese — just tomato, garlic, oregano and olive oil. A Margherita adds mozzarella (fior di latte or bufala) and fresh basil, in the red-white-green of the Italian flag. Both share the same slow-fermented dough and short wood-fired bake.
What should I order at a Neapolitan pizzeria?
For a first visit, start with a Margherita — it shows the balance of tomato, mozzarella and dough at its best. If you like clean, sharp flavours, try a Marinara too. At La Tigre every pizza is baked in a wood-fired oven by a team trained in Naples; see the full menu on the site.
Why is Neapolitan pizza soft (and a bit wet) in the middle?
That soft, slightly moist center is intentional — it's the hallmark of authentic Neapolitan pizza, not a flaw. The thin base bakes for only 60–90 seconds in a very hot wood-fired oven, so the rim puffs up while the middle stays tender. A stiff, fully crispy center isn't classic Neapolitan.
How do you eat Neapolitan pizza?
Both ways are fine. At the table it's common to use a knife and fork, since the center is soft and hot. On the go, Neapolitans fold it 'a portafoglio' — into quarters, like a wallet — and eat it by hand. There's no single correct way to enjoy it.
Do you have vegan pizza?
Yes. LA TIGRE has a dedicated vegan section with two Neapolitan pizzas: a vegan Margherita and a vegan Carneria made with Redefine Meat. Both use almond mozzarella and San Marzano tomato sauce, and are baked in the same wood-fired oven as every other pizza.
What vegan options are on the menu?
Two vegan Neapolitan pizzas built on almond mozzarella: a classic vegan Margherita with basil and olive oil, and a vegan Carneria with pulled Redefine Meat, spring onion and maple. If you have an allergy or sensitivity, let the staff know and they'll do their best to adjust.
What makes La Tigre's pizza authentically Neapolitan?
La Tigre follows the authentic Neapolitan method: a slowly fermented dough, a simple uncooked tomato sauce, and pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven at very high heat for about a minute. La Tigre is the only restaurant in Israel admitted to the international Neapolitan pizza association (A.P.N.), and its team trained in Naples.
Does La Tigre have a bar and cocktails?
Yes. La Tigre is a Neapolitan pizzeria and an Italian bar, so alongside the pizza you'll find cocktails, Italian wines and beers. There is also a weekday aperitivo happy hour in the early evening — a relaxed Italian way to start the night with a drink before or alongside your meal.
Does La Tigre have a happy hour?
Yes. La Tigre runs a weekday happy hour, Monday to Thursday from 17:00 to 19:00, with 50% off all alcohol at both the Florentin and Basel bars. It’s the classic Italian aperitivo moment — a relaxed drink at the end of the workday, right when the pizzeria turns into an Italian evening bar.
Is La Tigre suitable for groups?
Yes. La Tigre welcomes groups at both Tel Aviv branches, in Florentin and Basel. For larger groups it’s best to book a table in advance through Ontopo or contact the restaurant directly so they can arrange seating. It’s a lively spot for a shared Italian meal of pizza and drinks.
Is La Tigre a good spot for a date or romantic dinner?
Yes. La Tigre is a Neapolitan pizzeria and Italian bar that opens toward the evening, so it works well for a relaxed date. You can start with an aperitivo cocktail or a glass of Italian wine, share a wood-fired pizza, and finish with a dessert like classic tiramisu. Both Tel Aviv branches — Florentin and Basel — share the same kitchen and bar.
What are the best pizzas to try at La Tigre?
A good place to start is the classics — Margherita or Marinara — made with San Marzano tomatoes and baked in a wood-fired oven. For something richer, the Carnaria with pulled asado is the house best-seller, and the Pistacchio with mortadella is a favourite too. There are also two vegan pizzas on the menu.
Does La Tigre serve dessert?
Yes. The dessert menu includes a classic tiramisu with zabaione cream and fresh espresso, pistachio panna cotta with caramel and raspberry crunch, a chocolate cremoso with olive oil and sea salt, and taboon-roasted pineapple with coconut sorbet. They're small, shareable plates — a nice way to finish an Italian meal.
Does La Tigre have Italian wine?
Yes. The bar has a short Italian wine list by the glass or bottle — whites like Pinot Grigio and rosé, and reds such as Chianti, Primitivo and Nero d'Avola — alongside cocktails like Negroni and Aperol Spritz. It pairs naturally with Neapolitan pizza from the wood-fired taboon.