Akko, also known historically to Arabs as عكّا ('Akka) and Westerners as Acre, lies on the northern edge of the Bay of Acre in northern Israel. On its present site, Akko possesses a long history of various cultures: Israelites, Greeks, Romans, Crusaders and Arabs. Akko is a holy city in the Bahá'í Faith and has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a site of extraordinary significance to the world’s cultural heritage.

 

You can find delicious hummus throughout Akko, and Baklava in the old bazaar.

Akko is famous for its fish restaurants some of the best are located in the port area, Donyana and Abu Khristo are a must for anyone who wants to have a great meal in a great location looking over the sea.

The restaurants along the beach area are fabulous. Some may be expensive, but the food is superb. Eat everywhere, in Sal A Dim Street there is a small bakery with yummy treats. Foods like this are hard to find. Rough it up and enjoy the experience.

If you are looking for a different kind of dish, one of the most famous restaurants in Akko is Uri-Bori - located on the beach walkway, at Hahagana Street. Next to it with a similar menu is Beit Maha that is also a great coffee bar.

A little far away from the crowds of the old city is the locals favorite Gallery Simaan restaurant, located at Ben Ami street