Mediterranean Sea Bass
₪148Whole line-caught sea bass, grilled over olive wood, finished with confit lemon and wild herbs.
Mediterranean Seafood · Haifa
Where the Sea
Meets the Table
An intimate fine-dining sanctuary on the shores of Haifa, where the day's freshest catch is transformed into an unforgettable evening.
Our Story
A Tribute to the Mediterranean Sea
Named for the ancient maritime route that once connected the great ports of the Mediterranean, Via Maris was born from a simple devotion: to honor the sea and those who fish it.
Each morning, our chefs meet the fishing boats at the Haifa harbour, selecting only the finest catch. What arrives at your table hours later is a quiet conversation between the sea, the fire, and the hands of our kitchen — restrained, precise, and unforgettable.
Set against panoramic views of the bay, our dining room pairs warm hospitality with cinematic atmosphere, making every evening feel like an occasion worth remembering.
15+
Years of Craft
Daily
Fresh Catch
Bayside
Sea Views
The Menu
Signature Dishes
A curated selection of the plates our guests return for — each built around the morning's finest catch.
Seared Day-Boat Scallops
₪132Hand-dived scallops, citrus beurre blanc, sea fennel, and a whisper of saffron.
Charred Octopus
₪124Slow-braised then flame-charred octopus, smoked paprika, and Galilee olive oil.
Chef's Table
Recommended by
Chef Daniel Mizrahi
“I cook the way the sea speaks to me each morning. Trust the journey — let me guide your evening.”
01
To Begin
Oysters & Mignonette
Three from the Mediterranean, served on ice with a sea-grape mignonette.
02
The Centerpiece
Salt-Baked Whole Fish
Presented and filleted tableside — the chef's nightly tribute to the catch.
03
To Finish
Olive Oil & Citrus Cake
Warm cake, candied lemon, and a quenelle of mastic ice cream.
Guest Experiences
“Easily the finest seafood I've had outside of the Amalfi coast. The salt-baked fish was theatre on a plate, and the view of the bay at sunset was simply breathtaking.”
Eleanor Whitman
Travel & Leisure
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Table
Book your table at Via Maris for an unforgettable dining experience
Sunday – Thursday12:00 – 23:00
Friday12:00 – 16:00
Saturday19:00 – 23:30
@viamaris.haifa
From Our Table to Your Feed
Follow the daily catch, behind-the-scenes moments, and sunset views on Instagram.
Visit Us
Find Via Maris
Tucked along the historic Haifa port, with sweeping views of the Mediterranean. Valet parking available each evening.
Address
1 HaNamal Street, Port District, Haifa, Israel
Telephone
+972 4 000 0000
reservations@viamaris-haifa.com
Opening Hours
- Sunday – Thursday: 12:00 – 23:00
- Friday: 12:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 19:00 – 23:30