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On Lilienblum and Allenby Streets, and in Florentine, where many of the pubs and bars are clustered, things don't really get started until at least 10 pm, especially on Friday night. Most places stay open "until the last customer," which means it's at least 3 am when things finally begin to wind down, although some places are still crowded at 5 am.
For those who want to start and finish the evening early, some nightspots—particularly wine bars—open before the night owls descend. Happy hours are becoming more and more popular.
Showcasing Israeli vintages is the name of the game at this beautifully designed underground wine bar in the Sarona complex. An innovative automated pouring system allows you to taste 40 different wines from Israel and further afield using a prepaid smart card. Tastings are available by the sip, half glass, or full glass. If you particularly enjoy a certain wine, you can purchase a full bottle. The kosher menu features expertly prepared modern Mediterranean dishes.
In the lobby of the elegant Norman Hotel, the stately 1940s colonial-style Library Bar is ideal for refreshment at any time of day. This posh refuge serves a traditional English high tea by day and pours wines from one of Tel Aviv's most luxurious wine lists throughout the evening. Aperitifs with complimentary snacks are served during happy hour, Monday to Thursday from 6 pm to 8 pm. Look out for the bar's art and fashion evenings, which bring together the city's tastemakers for cultural conversation.
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