מסעדת בלקאאוט - Blackout restaurant
Dine in absolute darkness, guided by blind waiters for an unforgettable sensory journey and a deeper understanding of sight loss.
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מסעדת בלקאאוט - Blackout restaurant
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Dine in absolute darkness, guided by blind waiters for an unforgettable sensory journey and a deeper understanding of sight loss.
Reserve in Advance
Book your table ahead of time, as this unique restaurant is often busy.
Embrace the Surprise
Opt for the surprise dish to heighten the mystery and challenge your senses.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Modern Israeli
Price
$$$
Phone
+972 3-633-0808
Address
רציף העלייה השנייה, נמל, חניה קרובה: חניון נמל יפו, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Dining in Total Darkness
Experience the extraordinary sensation of eating in pitch black, guided by blind waiters.
A Culinary Adventure for the Senses
Enjoy delicious pasta, desserts, and breads, where taste and smell become paramount.
Empathy and Understanding
Gain profound insight into the challenges faced by the visually impaired through an immersive experience.
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Reserve in Advance
Book your table ahead of time, as this unique restaurant is often busy.
Embrace the Surprise
Opt for the surprise dish to heighten the mystery and challenge your senses.
Respect the Silence
Adhere to the no-phone policy in the dark dining room to maintain the immersive atmosphere.
Vegan Options Available
Consider the vegan choices, which have received positive feedback from diners.
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from all over the internet
Reserve in Advance
Book your table ahead of time, as this unique restaurant is often busy.
Embrace the Surprise
Opt for the surprise dish to heighten the mystery and challenge your senses.
Respect the Silence
Adhere to the no-phone policy in the dark dining room to maintain the immersive atmosphere.
Vegan Options Available
Consider the vegan choices, which have received positive feedback from diners.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about the unique and unforgettable experience of eating in complete darkness, praising the delicious food and the profound empathy gained. While many highlight the exceptional service from blind waiters and the overall immersive nature, a few have reported severe food poisoning incidents and a lack of follow-up from management, casting a shadow on an otherwise highly recommended dining adventure.
"WOW! Go to this place and you will be in for one epic experience! It is a restaurant where you eat in pitch darkness, cannot see a thing at all. The waiters are blind and they guide you into the dark room, where they teach you to feel for your cutlery, plates, tables etc.. You can also talk with them on their lives and any other questions you have.
As for the food, the pastas were all very good. Between our table 3 of us got different versions of Pasta, and all of us enjoyed it.
Dessert was all really really good too. As were the breads and dips that were already on the table when we got there.
You can choose to get a dish off the menu, or you can choose for them to surprise you with a dish, and you have to figure what you are eating in the dark without seeing any of it.
Go here!"
Y B
"What an amazing experience. They had sourdough bread absolutely delicious. The Food was a three course meal, and I have to say to all the nay sayers...... What's your problem? The food was delicious and tasted freshly cooked and NOT microwaved. The experience and service was great. We had about 20-30 people last night (11 March) and everyone had a great time and we all agreed the food was VERY good. Must do experience...... loved it. Thanks!"
Amichai Wiley
"I came to this place as a surprise from my partner, so I didn’t know what it’s gonna be like beforehand.
Everything was very well organized, we got some information about what is going to be (both in Hebrew and English) and clear instructions what to do.
Both of us are vegan 🌱 so we ordered “vegan surprise” from menu.
Experience was indescribable and both of us loved it a lot it is definitely a place one must visit at least once! Food was great and tasty too.
No photos were made for obvious reasons 😅"
Aleksandra K
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant offers a dining experience in complete darkness, served by blind waiters to provide guests with insight into the lives of the visually impaired.
Yes, the restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan options, including a 'vegan surprise' dish.
No, there is a strict no-phone policy and no flash photography is allowed to maintain the immersive experience of dining in darkness.
Blind waiters will guide you to your table and assist you throughout the meal, helping you to locate cutlery, plates, and glasses by touch.
Some diners have noted that meals can start and finish late, with entrees sometimes served after 9:30 PM.
It is recommended for families with older children (ages 12+) as it can be messy and requires a certain level of maturity to appreciate.
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BlackOut is a truly unique experience that triggers the senses in an exceptional culinary adventure. The meal is served in total darkness and is served by blind waiters. Part of the Nagala’at Arts Center for the deaf, blind, and both deaf and blind, BlackOut dinners begin with a cocktail prior to entering the pitch black room, and the menu itself boasts fish, dairy and vegetarian options.
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To heighten the experience to a depth I can’t even begin to describe, I decided to have dinner at the Black Out restaurant next door, which is affiliated with the Nalaga’at Center but run independently. It’s a restaurant for about 30 persons that operates in complete darkness, so you eat your meal as if you are blind.
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