Anicca: Tel Aviv’s all-day vegan café - restaurant review

Easygoing, inventive, and all vegan.

Anicca makes it easy to forget you’re even eating vegan. The menu, crafted by longtime Anastasia chef Inbar Meoded, who now oversees the gastronomic development of both establishments, is arguably more innovative than Anastasia’s, leaning into playful flavors, indulgent sweets, and whimsical drinks.

Sip on the Strawberry Matcha (my favorite), an Iced Tiramisu Latte, and an Iced Carrot Cake Latte. Other solid choices include the Maple Tahini Coffee or Passion Fruit-Basil Matcha. Consider adding a splash of functional infusions like lion’s mane. Drinks run from NIS 22 to NIS 28 each.

Pair your latte or matcha with one of the many savory options. We dug into the Panino (focaccia with pecan-cashew cream, balsamic-roasted beets, pesto, and arugula); the Caesar Wrap (tempeh strips, walnut Parmesan, mustard aioli, and crisp lettuce); and the Brioche Toast (a must-order, piled high with herb butter, nut cheeses, red onion, olives, and pesto). The Leek & Onion Quiche is another nice bite, while the Black Noodles – a riff on Anastasia’s famed soba salad – arrive with a satisfying hazelnut crumble.

For something heartier, order the Tofu Reuben Sandwich, packed with marinated tofu, red cabbage, sprouts, lettuce, and tomato, slathered in mustard aioli. Savory dishes range from NIS 18 to NIS 42.

Whether you’re in the mood for a pastry with your morning coffee or a full-on dessert, Anicca delivers both.

Highlights include the Maritozzo (a brioche bun filled with crème pâtissière and vanilla chantilly); Carrot Cake (topped with pecan praline); and the not yet on the menu Apple Crumble Croissant – ask for it. Chocolate lovers won’t be left out, with options like the Chocolate Bar and Chocolate Praline. Sweets range from NIS 9 to NIS 26.

The café also caters to dietary sensitivities with extensive gluten-free dishes and baked goods, many of which you can take home.

Starting later this fall, Anicca will extend its hours into the evening with a menu of shareable plates focused on vegetables and seasonality. Expect dishes like slow-cooked roasted kohlrabi in marinade or tortellini with butter and miso sauce, all paired with a thoughtful selection of wines and cocktails.

This isn’t just another vegan café. Anicca is a fresh, flexible space that evolves throughout the day: your spot for a morning croissant and matcha, a light lunch, and soon a glass of wine and tapas after dark. The food strikes a balance – light yet filling, indulgent yet nourishing.