Mercato

This charming, intimate gem is helmed by Italian-trained Omri Shahar, who ensures that each dish is made with the finest and freshest ingredients. Everything is handmade, from the balsamic vinegar to the perfect pasta. And several of the dishes are cooked in a wooden oven, creating a wonderful aroma that permeates both the small, cozy rooms filled with Italian art and the lively corridor within Akko’s Turkish market. The menu suits both meat-lovers and vegetarians. Its highlights include baby calamari with yogurt and herbs, fried artichokes, and fish on a bed of polenta.