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Wat Sang Sushi & More

Location: HaRakevet 12, corner of Levontin (behind the old customs house), Tel Aviv
Cuisine: Japanese (Sushi, Ramen, Robatayaki)
Price Range: ₪₪-₪₪₪
Kosher: No

About

Wat Sang Sushi & More is a neighborhood Japanese restaurant that opened in Tel Aviv's vibrant Gan HaHashmal area. Founded by experienced chef Wat Sang and partner Zohar Shterek, both veterans from the renowned Moon restaurant, this establishment represents their independent venture into authentic Japanese cuisine with an Israeli touch.

The restaurant embodies the concept of an aesthetic and comfortable sushi bar, similar to what you'd find in major Japanese cities. The founders aimed to create a place that maintains its Japanese identity while embracing Israeli culture - refined and invested, yet accessible for casual dining.

Sushi Selection

  • Maki & Temaki - Traditional hand rolls and cut rolls
  • Inside Out Rolls - Creative combinations with salmon, sea bream, tuna, and white fish
  • Sashimi & Nigiri - Fresh fish preparations
  • Chirashi - Deconstructed sushi bowls
  • Battera - Osaka-style pressed sushi technique
  • Special Rolls - Including crab avocado yuzu roll, grilled sea bream with spinach and avocado, and salmon panko roll with asparagus (₪55-78)

Prices range from ₪39 for vegetarian maki to ₪110 for chirashi with white fish

Hot Dishes

  • Miso Soup (₪22)
  • Cucumber Salad (₪29)
  • Miso Eggplant (₪39)
  • Cherry Tomatoes in Japanese Marinade (₪31)
  • Scallop in Rice Milk and sea bass in Japanese pumpkin sauce (₪75)
  • Tempura - Shrimp or vegetables (₪49-58)
  • Ramen - Chicken and shrimp varieties (₪72-76)

Beverages

  • Japanese beer
  • Organic natural juices
  • Fermented kombucha tea in various flavors
  • Sake and wines (average ₪42 per glass, ₪150 per bottle)
  • Japanese-style cocktails with matcha, sakura tea, yuzu, and sesame oil (₪55-59)

Atmosphere

The restaurant features clean lines and wood design that bridges East and West. The aesthetic is described as "meticulous yet accessible, fine dining that allows everyone to find themselves." The space maintains the authentic Japanese sushi bar concept while remaining welcoming to the local community.

Location & Hours

Strategically located within walking distance of Gan HaHashmal and Levontin, in an area experiencing culinary growth alongside establishments like Ban Mi Nong, COS Coffee Studio, and the beloved Mela Cafe from Kikar Basel.

Operating Hours: Sunday-Saturday 12:00-20:00 (soft opening hours)

Community Connection

Wat Sang Sushi represents the resilience of Tel Aviv's restaurant scene, having opened during challenging times while contributing to both employee and customer well-being. The restaurant offers a neighborhood dining experience that doesn't require special occasion planning, with a menu that balances authenticity with pleasant surprises.

Perfect for sushi lovers seeking quality Japanese cuisine in a relaxed, accessible setting in one of Tel Aviv's most dynamic neighborhoods.