Zichron Yaakov Jewish & Kosher Guide 2025: Kosher Info in Zichron Yaakov, Israel

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About Zichron Yaakov

Zichron Ya'akov is a town in Israel, 35 kilometres south of Haifa, and part of the Haifa District. It is located at the southern end of the Carmel mountain range overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, near the coastal highway. Zichron Ya'akov was founded in December 1881 when 100 Jewish pioneers from Romania, members of the Hovevei Zion movement, purchased land in Zammarin. The difficulty of working the rocky soil and an outbreak of malaria led many of the settlers to leave before the year was up. The population increased dramatically in the early 1950s, after the establishment of the State of Israel. Between the 1960s and 1990s, the population remained constant with about 5,000 inhabitants. At the end of 1009, Zichron Yaakov had a population of 18,719. The original Carmel-Mizrahi Winery continues to make wine in Zichron Yaakov. The town draws many tourists attracted to its picturesque setting and historic city center whose restored main street of landmark buildings, called Derekh HaYayin ("Path of the Wine"), houses coffeehouses and boutique shops selling locally-made crafts, jewellery, and antiques, especially on the town's famous "Midrachov" (Rechov haMeyasdim — Founders Street).

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Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Zichron Yaakov

Zichron Ya'akov was one of the first Jewish settlements of Halutzim in the country, founded in 1881 by Baron Edmond James de Rothschild and named in honor of his father, James Mayer de Rothschild. The Baron also commissioned the construction of the Ohel Ya'akov Synagogue, named after his father, there are now about 10 synagogues in Zichron, including one Conservative and one Reform. But the only synagogue that includes a prayer for the Baron's father, James Jacob, is Ohel Ya'akov, in the center of town. There are numerous kosher cafes, restaurants and shops in Zichron Ya’akov.


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What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!

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