3 Best Restaurants in Kiryat Shmona, Upper Galilee and the Golan

Ask any local about their favorite place to eat and they will direct you toward this family restaurant tucked into a small shopping center. The menu has a hearty selection of pastas, pizzas, seafood, and meat dishes, all with a contemporary Middle Eastern touch. It sits opposite Kibbutz Ma'ayan Baruch. Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends when the place is packed with locals.

This forested area beside the gurgling Dan River draws enthusiastic crowds, especially on the weekends for fresh river trout. This was the first restaurant in the region to specialize in the abundant fish from the river; you can also take a look at the trout ponds in a small installation on the grounds. The slightly outdated restaurant, opposite Kibbutz Hagoshrim, is tucked away behind the main road, but it's large and well signposted. The same management also runs a café next door serving vegetarian fare.

Located in the beautiful and historic Kibbutz Dafna, this Pizza Truck is a perfect way to get a sense of the kibbutz life. Take a picnic blanket and sit for lunch on the grass, or come for dinner and enjoy the food alongside a range of delicious beers. It's everything you would want from a pizza---a thin and crispy base, creamy and smooth sauce and a variety of interesting toppings. There's also a focus on vegetarian and vegan options, ensuring that those with dietary requirements don't miss out on the quality. This is a relaxed and calm spot, perfect for enjoying with family or friends.