The best restaurants Morocco

A restaurant-canteen that will delight veggie fans with a menu offering fresh cuisine in a haven of peace! The menu changes every day according to the market: dips accompanied by zaatar bread, salads, homemade cakes are served in the middle of a garden populated with vine and fig trees with a resolutely Mediterranean atmosphere with its whitewashed arches, desired by Stéphanie, the owner. Within the restaurant, there is a small shopping area: tassel necklaces, wicker baskets, table runners and beldi style stools, among others!

Located in the old Talborjt district, behind the Loubnane mosque, this small, intimate, no-fuss address is perfect for immersing yourself in a typically Moroccan world and enjoying generous local cuisine, concocted with fresh produce. The menu varies according to the products on offer, but soups, tajines, couscous, brochettes and homemade fruit juices are all firm favourites. For dessert, we recommend a finger-lickingly delicious Moroccan pastry. A warm welcome from the owner and smiling waiters... a real favorite.

The house reserves the right of entry taking into account the image of the restaurant (100 people max, with a very design style). The Mezzanine is the new «trendy» restaurant in Fez. Located in the Jewish quarter, 50 metres from the famous Bab Boujloud square and in front of the Jnan Sbill gardens, it will animate your evenings with its modern ambience (lounge the day and electro in the evening with DJs).

This restaurant specialises in Moroccan and Mediterranean tapas and attracts a crested clientele. Place also welcoming to drink a drink. Enjoy the terrace on the second floor with a superb view. Address to discover!

In the "typically Moroccan" frame of the inner courtyard of a palace, a little attrape-tourist, because the mention "typical Moroccan restaurant" is generally the guarantee to the contrary. But this is the game… And even if the traditional music is somewhat irritating at times, the kitchen is pretty careful, from the pastilla to the couscous, passing through the inescapable stew. The staff were friendly and helpful.

The Italian owner has invested this riad in the north of the medina to offer an Italian cuisine that meets our expectations: antipasti, old-fashioned pasta, eggplant alla griglia orinsalata caprese... However, the menu of the day, served only for lunch, leaves you the choice between Moroccan cuisine (with original tajines, such as the chicken, orange and apricot tagine) and Italian cuisine. So, if in the middle of the medina you feel a sudden urge to throw yourself on a tiramisuin the shade of the lemon trees, this is the place to be.

A decor halfway between a New York loft and a Parisian brasserie, with brick walls lined with banquettes, a relaxed atmosphere and simple French cuisine: Le Loft is one of those Marrakch addresses where people come again and again to enjoy market cuisine that changes daily, or simply to drink a coffee at the counter. On the menu are traditional "made in France" dishes such as duck confit, grilled fillet of beef and shepherd's pie, all very popular with French expats.

One must admit that the big asset of this restaurant remains its panoramic terrace with a view of the Moulay el Yazid mosque and the Saadian Tombs. At any time of the day and when the heat comes down on the city, it is good to enjoy a fresh home-made yoghurt, an organic ice cream or a gazpacho. The prices are mild and there are Moroccan and other specialities on the menu. On the decoration side, the techniques and building materials of the South are very present, with here and there some small Andalusian touches. And for good reason, one of the owners is Spanish!

Café Clock is an institution in Fez, it is the meeting place for young people but also for travellers. Nestled in a large riad, the different floors offer a different atmosphere. The first has a library and an Internet area; the second, the large terrace is ideal for tasting one of its camel burgers, for those who might be tempted... Weekend concert from 6pm. Other activities are also available: yoga, cooking workshops or calligraphy.... Consult the program on their website.

A top-of-the-range restaurant with one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Fez. And for good reason, it's the restaurant at Faraj Palace. It mainly serves quality Moroccan specialities. Other culinary proposals with an "international" menu. Perfect service and chic, comfortable and modern decoration. There is also a panoramic cocktail bar, the "Golden bar", with a cosy atmosphere. You can also discover Moroccan cuisine and its secrets by participating in cooking workshops. A pleasant address that we recommend.

A little corner of Brittany in Rabat, popular with expatriates who come to enjoy delicious galettes and crêpes. The place is very pleasant, with its kitchen opening onto a charming dining room and flower-filled terrace where concerts, match screenings and product tastings are organized. The establishment also offers a short training course in crepe-making. Cook Mimi, who has mastered the art of making galettes and crêpes, also offers a typical Moroccan dish of the day. A great address!

Very popular with Moroccans, this restaurant-snack offers a wide menu: pizzas, tagines, grills, but especially fried food and fish by the kilo... Without forgetting the very good fresh juices of which the Winoo Power detox with strawberry, cucumber, lemon and mint. The service is a bit long, because of its frequentation, so do not hesitate to get the menu in advance to save time. The advantage of this snack, besides the light bill, is certainly its very wide opening hours and the possibility to eat at any time of the day and night.

The Café Majorelle has the merit of its setting: the lush garden. To enjoy the poetry of the place, a stopover is welcome. Pêle-mêle, the original milk with orange blossom or beldi lemonade. It is also possible to have lunch on site. The menu is rather tempting, from carrot soup with sardines and chermoula to club sandwich or quinoa salad. The prices, however, are not too exotic for European tourists. All the more so as to access this charming oasis, you will have to pay the entrance fees to the garden.

Several atmospheres coexist, the choice is yours! A first trendy little lounge allows you to enjoy comfortable leather sofas. In the shade of the orange trees decorating the patio, you can enjoy starters such as vegetable briouats or mozzarella bruschettas! The advantage is that you can also come here to sip a drink in complete tranquility, with oriental music in the background! The terrace becomes magical at sunset, but also very crowded. The wine list is provided, the choice of dishes is varied, what else?

A ^17th-century jewel restored to its original glory, this symbol of gastronomic dining par excellence almost merits a double Unesco listing. Whether you're seated in the delightful patio setting or on the panoramic terrace, every dish on the three (gargantuan) menus will look like an appetizing tableau. On the menu: chicken pastilla, fish tagine with baby vegetables and Berber couscous with 7 vegetables. For dessert, don't hesitate to try the milk pastilla! A timeless meal in a romantic setting.

If you're in the mood for Italian food, you've come to the right place! Located just outside the medina and a stone's throw from the beach, this restaurant with its hushed ambience has made a name for itself. Authentic cuisine is served, with most products imported from Italy. Gorgonzola, bottarga, porcini mushrooms, rice, cheeses and charcuterie are just some of the mouth-watering offerings. There are some forty succulent pizzas to choose from, and the results are never disappointing. Not to mention homemade pasta, ravioli, gnocchi and tutti quanti...

This small gargote in the heart of the potters' hill is a very good address. The menu features fish cooked according to traditional Moroccan recipes, such as monkfish tagine or stuffed fish. It's just excellent and the portions are generous too! For dessert, don't miss the tajine with caramelised fruit for the pleasure of your taste buds. Hosni and his team are also in charge and the setting is certainly Spartan, but authentic and warm. Don't miss it if you're ever in the area.

Above the surf school, this panoramic restaurant offers a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and the Rabat lighthouse. In a maritime atmosphere where even the waiters melt into the decor, you can come and eat for yourself or with your family. The menu features seafood products, such as fish caught on the day and lobsters from the fishpond. You can also taste various meats, pastas and pizzas. On the other side, facing the impressive Muslim cemetery, there is a small terrace where you can enjoy a drink. Very good service.

Very beautiful property at the entrance of Essaouira enjoying a beautiful garden and a beautiful swimming pool. The interior has nothing to be ashamed of: the precious furniture and colourful paintings dress this house perfectly. The property is divided into three parts. Each villa has its own little corner in the garden or on the terrace. As for the table d'hôte, it features an inventive cuisine, based on market products, which will undoubtedly make your taste buds wriggle. An idyllic setting that exhales the scent of the holidays.

If the reputation of this guest ksar is well established, it is largely due to the charms hidden behind the lush vegetation, the Moroccan architecture and the refined decoration. Nestled between the pools and ponds, amidst hundreds of plant species, stands the shaded terrace of the Table des Douars. Here or in one of the two indoor restaurants, you will find a wide range of culinary flavors. The ceviches of the day, beef fillets in a herb crust and chicken tagines with preserved lemon are fabulous.

When Italy invites itself to the city of the Straits, the result is a delightful and cozy address with sublimated Mediterranean flavors. Anna and her brother Paolo come from a family of Italians who have lived in Tangier for several generations. On the menu, you will enjoy a superb carpaccio, al dente pasta, crispy pizzas and a delicious lemon pie. Everything is homemade with seasonal products. In the summer, Paolo's ice cream is a blessing. The restaurant has a large clientele of regulars, which is a good sign.

A charming restaurant with a pretty wooded terrace and more than reasonable prices with the speciality of the entrecote Café de Paris. The cuisine is therefore French-inspired, as is its owner. A buffet is offered at lunchtime as well as various packages. Very well located near the Harti Garden in the heart of Guéliz.

The Medina Farm is aptly named. Once in this little corner of bohemian paradise, you totally forget the frenetic atmosphere of the district where the restaurant is located. Green garden, wooden and pallet furniture, service with the small care, live music every evening: the atmosphere is 100% beautiful and warm. The menu, relatively classic, but faithful to the owner's dual origins, is a journey from Morocco to Japan, with a stop - all the same - in the land of pizza. An address that continues to climb in the visitor rankings.

Lounge lounge specialising in fresh fish cooked in the heart of Essaouira's Medina. An authentic and refined map. Moroccan and French wines are offered.

Chegrouni is the name of a family, and Mohammed prides himself on having worked for more than 30 years in this establishment that has existed for more than 50 years! There are delicious Moroccan salads or other entrances between 8 and 20 DH, couscous and tajines between 60 and 120 DH. The terrace overlooking part of the square is fresh and friendly staff. Address to discover!

This restaurant has a particularity: you have lunch with your feet in the water on the beach. The tree-covered terrace is sheltered from the wind, which is very pleasant. On the menu, summer cuisine, various salads and sandwiches of all kinds, croque-monsieur, burgers, wood-fired pizzas, daily specials and the bistro's slate. On Friday and Saturday evening, you can also choose the fish plancha of the day, as well as tapas. Nice selection of wines.

Taros is the Berber name for this wind from the north, and it is also the name of this café-restaurant, which is very well known in town. The terrace, its main asset, offers a sumptuous view of Moulay Hassan Square and the activities of the port. Ideal for a break and a refreshment. The establishment has three atmospheres: a gastronomic one, a cozy restaurant and a tapas and oyster bar. The Taros is very popular on weekends and during the Gnaoua festival; it also hosts exhibitions and regularly schedules live music events.

This superb restaurant is nestled, as its name suggests, inside a foundouk. Its decoration is sober, in stucco, ceramics and wood, with contemporary furniture. Moroccan and international cuisine with, among others, a pageot stuffed with chermoula or a salad of smoked duck breast and green curry. Beautiful terrace overlooking the rooftops of the old city and the snowy peaks of the Atlas Mountains. An address to be discovered absolutely, as much for the quality of its gastronomy as for its setting (flowers, wall fountain...).

A veritable institution in Agadir, the restaurant offers a generous menu of French and Moroccan specialties, with dishes that are 100% organic. Choose from lobster fricassee with king prawns in saffron sauce, duck breast with Immouzer honey, duck parmentier, knife-edged beef tartar, as well as organic vegetable salads and tagines. All this in a peaceful atmosphere at lunchtime, or a warmer one in the evening, with live music by singer Youssef. A fine wine list, including French vintages and champagne.

A truly popular restaurant, specializing in lamb and tajines, highly frequented by locals (which is a good sign), here you buy your prepared dish by the kilo. Meat is generously shared and dishes are abundantly supplied with small salads to liven things up. Nestled away from the usual tourist hotspots, this very authentic address is sure to win over gourmets in search of genuine local flavours. Thanks to its success, reservations are recommended, especially for lunch.

Chellah Club is a restaurant and bar. It is also a musical scene since each evening takes place a concert. In summer, an outdoor scene hosts various groups. People listen by drinking their glass of wine, some sometimes do some dance. Around the swimming pool and on the beach the place is beautiful, and has the advantage of closing late. Chellah says that every Tangerois has put his feet at least once. Good guaranteed atmosphere.

Literary meetings and vernissages take place in Dar Cherifa, which has established itself as a place of culture and exchange. But you can also simply choose to have lunch in this beautiful 16th century residence, restored with a magnificence worthy of the Thousand and One Nights. The menu offers a number of delicacies inspired by traditional Arab-Andalusian cuisine: Berber tajine with argan oil or mrouzia with leg of lamb; vegetarians will also be delighted with the couscous with sautéed vegetables. A moment of pure pleasure in an enchanting setting.

The restaurant of Riad Bianco has a pleasant space. Alcoves and woodworks with Andalusian influences dress the dining room which adjoins the patio and its basin. The tables are perfectly set and the atmosphere is subdued. For lunch you can enjoy the pleasant terrace... On the menu, a modern and tasty Moroccan cuisine. Stuffed eggplant with seafood on olive paste and honey or lamb tagine with caramelized figs... An original and generous menu that will please the gourmets. One of the best addresses in town.

Here is Bab Boujloud's trendy address just outside the medina. Here, local youth rub shoulders with tourists who enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the establishment. A colorful decoration on a reggae background. On the menu, pizza, tagine, Moroccan soup and various tempting proposals. The cuisine is delicious and the team, very friendly, takes care of itself. Some evenings, musicians and singers liven up the meal. The terrace on the first floor offers a panoramic view, ideal for sunset. A recommended address.

We come to the Darna for dinner or a cocktail with friends, half lying on the patio benches or inside, sitting in a leather armchair. The restaurant's very design decoration spread over two levels (large counter on the ground floor, fireplace on the first floor) harmoniously blends East and West. The place bets on conviviality, let's not forget that darna means home. Beyond the quality of the meal, we also come for the belly dancers, the gnawa music very revisited: the shows follow one another for our greatest pleasure!

This walk offers real pancakes and Breton cakes prepared by Morgana. Specialty: black wheat cake. The only walk in Essaouira. A good address.

Bocadillo Abdelmalik is one of the oldest sandwich shops in Tangier and one of the best too. Brahim Abdelmalik is always there, faithful to the post, and with his team, he tirelessly stuffs half baguettes with raw vegetables, meat, chicken, eggs and mayo. Tortillas and home fries are part of the classics. The popular and slightly crazy atmosphere contributes to the charm of the place. A few tables are set up on the sidewalk between the beautiful white facades of downtown in this Mexican street very busy at night.

Since 1989, the restaurant has been welcoming lovers of good food. The menu is well-stocked, ranging from pizzas and chawarma to grilled sole and beef medallions with apples. The establishment is also renowned for its Lebanese and Moroccan specialties, such as its fine grills and delicious meat tagine with prunes. The restaurant opens onto large picture windows, offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean. The owner is very friendly and loves to chat with his customers. Good value for money.

Everyone knows this table on Chefchaouen, widely attended by the locals. The kitchen serves typical Moroccan dishes. A warm address!

Built by Walter Harris, the famous Times editorial writer, Villa Joséphine was the last summer residence of the Glaoui, pasha of Marrakech. The French chef who presides over the stoves at this elegant address offers gourmet French cuisine of the highest quality. His menu also includes Moroccan favourites, also prepared with great finesse. The enchanting setting of the opulent colonial-style villa does nothing to spoil the pleasure of this romantic-gastronomic escapade. Attentive, courteous service.

Don't be fooled by its reluctant facade, the Miramar is a good address in Agadir. À la carte meals, fish specialities, pizza and pasta.

A friendly and chichi establishment that deserves the detour between two visits to the neighborhood.

Saida, the head of the premises, welcomes you in the small air-conditioned room or on the extéreure terrace, equipped with brumisateurs. On the map: des and couscous between 6 and 7 euros, homemade pasta and pizza in the same range of prices, but also hot drinks and honey crêpes for a break taste after visiting the Visite garden.

Run by Lori, a lively American, this original space is located not far from the main square. You can feed your stomach (vegetarian and gluten-free menu), but also your spirit. Here, at the crossroads of English cottage and new-age aesthetics, the arts meet and bridges are built. The team includes henna girls who will leave an artistic souvenir on your hand or foot... As for the dishes, they are organized around a Moroccan-Mexican fusion, like the Berber burrito - you can't make that up!