The best bars and cafés Morocco

A beach club with two restaurants, La Terraza (Italian cuisine) and La Paillotte (Mediterranean cuisine), offering Casablancans a clubbing atmosphere all week long. Come and enjoy breakfast, international cuisine, dancing with your feet in the water or simply a cup of coffee. The elevated terrace overlooks the sea. Below, seawater pools are lined with white benches and straw huts. Elegant and very relaxing. However, unsatisfactory value for money.

A particularly convivial club, ideal for a signature cocktail or a festive evening with friends in a fusion of cultures. Traditional orchestras and Arab-Andalusian music, belly dancing, a live Gnaoua band and three resident DJs promise an unforgettable evening. In addition to the ambience, there's a wide choice of dishes for dinner: lamb shoulder mechoui, royal couscous, all washed down with quality Moroccan wines... while you wait for the glamorous tableau of twelve oriental dancers.

Outside of meal times, we like to linger on the terrace of Zeitoun with its unobstructed view of the main square and its procession of animations at all hours. In the winter, you can enjoy the outdoor brazier (and a blanket on request) and in the summer, the misters are there to provide all the comfort. The choice of drinks and refreshments, natural smoothies, but also non-alcoholic fruit cocktails is wide and original. In summer, we let ourselves be tempted by the surprising concept of the ice cream, sweet cloud and freshness guaranteed.

Located near the Rembrandt Hotel, this bar looks like a slightly old-fashioned bistro and doesn't look like much. But it is an institution in Tangier! The place is very pleasant to discuss and remake the world during hours, on a blues or jazzy music, while nibbling Moroccan tapas around a cold beer or a glass of wine. The Number One is known by all Tangierese who appreciate its warm and friendly atmosphere. On match nights, the atmosphere is overexcited. Very nice service and friendly welcome from Karim, the owner.

A boat in the heart of Gueliz! This is the slightly kitsch-like décor of this institution, which makes friends among the night-owls. We must recognize that the atmosphere is a good child and that the sound is rather good. A la carte, a world cuisine with refined flavours: Curry chicken, odawara gambas, beef marrakchia, or a square of toasted lamb. Side conso, it will cost you from € 3 to € 5 for a beer, € 9 for a champagne cut and from € 34 to € 11 for a bottle of wine.

This well-known bar in and around Agadir is frequented by a varied population, and the atmosphere is very different from night to night. It's a good idea to check out the program beforehand on its Instagram, which is more regularly updated than its Facebook page. Soccer fans can go there to watch their Champions League, World Cup or national championship match. DJs and events on weekends for wild evenings. Don't hesitate to book your table in advance to be sure of getting a seat if you want to dine.

Sky Bab, the Bab hotel bar, is a nice place to enjoy a drink. All dressed white, he is dressed in photos and giant portraits of international stars, from Madonna to Gainsbourg. In the evening you can dine there and the day chiller around a barbecue and enjoy a sun bath. A pleasant address on the terrace on the 6 ^th floor.

Small local café-restaurant, simple and family on the edge of the beautiful beach of Sidi Kacem. Calm and quiet facing the Atlantic Ocean and close to the Ibn Battuta airport. Ideal to have a tea after the beach or to nibble fresh grilled sardines or chicken brochettes for a very low price. Children will enjoy the playgrounds and the large garden while watching the peacocks and chickens roaming free. At sunset, you have a front row seat to watch the sky go up in flames. Very helpful staff.

Right on the marina, this restaurant-bar-lounge boasts an incredible view of the Big Blue. It's the new place to feast your taste buds and party at the same time. The place is highly appreciated for its sophisticated cocktails: Apple Flower, red city, fresh cucumber. Enough to whet the appetite. The menu is inspired by the four corners of the world, from fine cuts of mature meat (Black Angus, Wagyu) to sushi. Open kitchen, live show, live band and DJ. The kind of address where you come for a drink, but stay until closing time!

Before or after a walk in the Perdicaris park, this address allows you to enjoy a relaxing view of the vegetation from the terrace. The establishment is modern, clean and quiet. Expect a more lively atmosphere on Sundays, a day favored by families to go for a walk. The service is a bit difficult to follow. The best thing to do during the week is to come and have a tea with a wide variety of cakes. You will enjoy a privileged moment far from the hustle and bustle of the city, only a few minutes from the center.

Feel like reading while sipping a drink? Such is the concept of this establishment which will undoubtedly appeal to bibliophiles. Located on the first floor of a building, the Café du Livre offers a library corner with many books to browse, borrow or buy, for some. On the other side of the room, small tables and comfortable benches are available for a snack while enjoying free wifi. Tapas menu, sandwiches and a starter-dish or main course. A nice address to discover throughout the day.

A newcomer to the beautiful M. Avenue, Arabica is no newcomer. The brand already has 93 coffee-shops to its credit. The principle is simple, and the offer is based on coffee as a philosophy. More than twenty exclusive vintages, beans roasted on the spot and available in beverages that everyone loves: latte, cappuccino, matcha, available in various sizes to suit every taste. As for the original Japan, this is reflected in the minimalist, uncluttered white decor, perfect for relaxing.

A lounge restaurant that offers a musical atmosphere every evening from. Chic cocktail bar but not snob!

At the entrance, a large and pleasant terrace, with almost a garden office, is surrounded by trees. On the right, lounge area before going to table. A wall of water acts as a separation, and on the bottom, a beautiful bar in the furniture chosen. The only bar so far to serve the special pressure! The hotel has several dining rooms, including a large fireplace and a few lounges, decorated in the rules of Moroccan art. There are many alcohols, including champagne (count 1 100 DH the bottle). An oriental and international atmosphere. Possible restoration with two cards, one at noon, one in the evening. Perfect for nibble or longer for a romantic evening.

Firstly a life-music restaurant, but it also has a function of international bar where you can come and have a drink. Just like the rather magical place, the wine and cocktail list is just impressive in refinement and flavors. Abdel and his team will make you spend an intense moment in a sparkling atmosphere, in accordance with the reputation of the nights of Marrakech. Drink, have fun, sing, dance... the perfect place to end an evening in beauty and music. And if you are tempted by the dinner, remember to make a reservation.

Taken over by the 16 Café team, 16 Kawa is as neat and elegant as its big brother. A colorful atmosphere for a light, tasty snack. On the menu are wraps, salads and an amazing menu of smoothies based on seasonal fruits and vegetables. Gourmets are not left out: the macaroons and homemade pastries are just as delicious. Take a well-deserved break on the summer terrace, which also leads to the neighbouring concept store, and enjoy the wifi. Special mention for the oriental ice creams.

Enjoy a small stopover for a mint tea. Welcome to the souk.

In "Tea in the Sahara", Bernardo Bertolucci's film adapted in 1990 from his novel of the same name, Paul Bowles appears in this mythical café, frequented by many Spaniards at the time of the international zone. Ideally located opposite the Alcazar cinema, between Grand Socco and the Kasbah, its terrace is occupied from early morning by strollers who have come to spend a few minutes or a few hours in front of a mint tea or a pressed orange. Inside, the TV broadcasts the Liga matches, which are very popular here, especially when Real and Barça play each other.

This friendly coffee only has a name since its occupants do not speak French. The boss is still a lover of Brittany. There is a possibility to enjoy breakfast.

Take a breakfast on Chefchaouni boulevard. A nice and pleasant place, next to the Hotel Volubilis.

This small traditional café on the port near the car park of the ramparts is the stronghold of the local fishermen. A real institution, you should stop here to drink a mint tea and enjoy a moment out of time. It even inspired the Moroccan author Edmond Amran El Maleh, who made this café the main character in his eponymous novel. In addition to the fishermen, the many artists who have taken up residence in Asilah come to squat at its little tables. Painters, writers and musicians can be found here, creating a unique atmosphere.

This cafe offers a very modern and friendly setting. There is even a terrace overlooking the square.

Don't confuse the Café Majorelle inside the museum with the Villa Majorelle, the latest addition to the district, which can be reached directly from the street. In this haven of peace, you can take a break in the painter's former nursery, to the sound of birdsong. Note the preserved bay windows in front of which Winston Churchill, a guest of the family, used to paint. In this unique tea room, you can enjoy refreshments throughout the day, as well as breakfast.

Youness, the owner of this café, is a great lover of literature and culture. A connoisseur of Tangier and Moroccan history, he has chosen to share his knowledge with his customers. Tangier Moments is in fact the first literary café-tea room in the medina. This small address is not easy to find, as it is not necessarily well known by the population. But it still has its regulars. And what a pleasure it is to sip mint tea on the shady terrace, dreaming of the Sahara, with a book by Paul Bowles in hand!

Between the sea and the pool, enjoy a Mediterranean cuisine revisited and tasty, in a festive atmosphere. If the restaurant is open all the time, it is especially to enjoy the summer comfortably installed on deckchairs and to party that we go to the pool or to the beach of Sidi Kacem below. On weekends, sunsets are accompanied by the frantic rhythms of DJs. Also many events in season, do not forget to book!

Here, you are not on the beach, but you can see it from the other side of the road that connects Cape Spartel to the caves of Hercules. In the off-season, sheltered by the thick foliage of the eucalyptus trees, you can enjoy the calm that emanates from the place while drinking a mint tea. In the summer, during the heat, you will enjoy in the shade, simple dishes, but representative of the local cuisine as divine grilled sardines or tajines of freshly caught fish. Far from the sometimes pretentious places of the city, this café, despite its modest air is generous.

This tiny café located next to the Kasbah museum is worth a stop. Mismatched tables and stools are installed in front of the blue shuttered windows. The long room is laid out like a Moroccan living room: benches run along the walls and tables are in the middle. If the café's hours are tight, it's because it's run by elderly members of the Arab-Andalusian music circle. Between sips of mint tea, you can learn about this music and ask questions to the musicians present.

Le Coeur de Tanger is located above the famous Café de Paris, opposite the Paresseux wall. It's aptly named, since it's right in the heart of the city, and there's a lot going on here. It's a great place to meet people and chat over a glass of tea or a beer, as the Coeur de Tanger is one of the only terraces where it's allowed to drink alcohol on the balcony: ideal in summer. It also serves tapas, which are offered every time you order a drink. A well-known address among locals. Very friendly staff.

A traditional pub, well decorated in the English style with woodwork. Good atmosphere, the place is always animated. The beers are not very expensive and the tapas offered by the owner are varied and of good quality. The place is rather frequented by a clientele of regulars. The waiters are nice and the service is efficient, we come here to have a drink, have a snack and relax. Live bands and singers perform here regularly. The pub broadcasts the Champions League matches on TV and also those of the Spanish Liga.

Situated on the marina, the Table du Marché boasts an incredible panoramic view. In fact, it's to contemplate the bay that customers come here. We like the address, but more to enjoy a quiet breakfast on the terrace in the morning, a cup of tea during the day or a few tapas in the evening, washed down with cocktails with or without alcohol while listening to music. The market table is also available for all-day dining. Perfect for a sweet or savoury break in the middle of sightseeing. Pleasant staff and friendly service.

The students who come here to get a good wifi connection have fallen under the spell of this place with its cheerful, colorful vibe and have made it their HQ. Good point for the interior layout, decoration and seating arrangements, not to mention the discreet background music. In addition to a wide choice of smoothies and fresh or detox juices, the food is also well cooked and served with style. Finally, the staff are friendly and present without being intrusive. Clearly, Chariot ticks all the right boxes.

Inside as well as on the terrace, the Cinematheque is the meeting point of Tangier in cultural terms. Film lovers, expatriates, young and old... Everyone comes here for a coffee, a mint tea or a discussion. The place is open to all, whether or not you come for a film session. It is also one of the only places near the medina, and near the Mosque, where you can order a beer inside. On the terrace, you can enjoy a view of Grand Socco. Ideal to meet people. A must-see!

This café, which is also a pastry shop, is located in the heart of Iberia. Its urban and elegant setting is in tune with its clientele. La Fuga is known for its breakfasts. But the establishment has recently diversified its menu, which is now 20 pages long (!) and offers sushi and maki in addition to its pizzas, pastas and more classic dishes. You can choose to have lunch, a snack or dinner. The fruit juices are made on demand. The ice creams are quite good. It's a quiet family place with a nice terrace.

Located in the Malabata district, on the edge of the bay of Tangier, this café is an ideal stopover during a daytime or evening stroll. A young and cosmopolitan clientele rushes in at any time of the day. They appreciate the trendy décor with black and white magazine covers and an old Vespa. You can have an excellent breakfast here, but also lunch or dinner. The ice cream and waffles are delicious. Large menu of 100% natural fruit and vegetable juices. Very good prices and service.

This café overlooking the sea has existed since the dawn of time. You can drink a glass of tea while reading a book by Lotfi Akalay, taste fried food in generous portions, order a kefta sandwich and eat it right down on the beach. The view is splendid, while waiting to place your order, you never tire of admiring the waves and the containers passing in the distance. The waiters are friendly. The Barsol is not very frequented in winter but in summer, hordes of young people arrive, disturbing somewhat the quietness of the place.

Western-style bars are not common in Tetouan. This one was originally the home of the local soccer team, hence its name. Alcohol is served here, although the choice is not large. It is one of the few places in the city where you can enjoy a cold beer with tapas offered by the house. Don't expect a wild atmosphere. It's more like a neighborhood bar with a regular clientele where locals meet to catch up on old times. You can also see soccer matches.

This café is a venerable institution in Larache. Its central position at the exit of the medina, directly on the Place de la Libération, constitutes an ideal stopover and even a place to visit. In the large room, nothing seems to have changed since the 1930s. The beautiful wooden armchairs in the purest Art Deco style, the Bechstein piano, the black and white portraits of Omar Sharif or other former glories, the old guitars and oud of collection hung on the walls give to the place a unique atmosphere deliciously old-fashioned.

Tapas restaurant, but also lounge bar, the Chrysalis is located at the foot of the medina's ramparts. To enjoy its musical atmosphere, go there at nightfall. As for the program, Rachid promises you a lively evening with live music and DJs who come to mix rock classics, funk and hits that everyone knows and takes in the joy and good humor. You can also have dinner during the festivities and kill two birds with one stone... and after the coffee, it's time to dance!

An exceptional setting, in the heart of the Musée des Confluences, for this café which opened in one of the rooms of the palace. A menu with more than 200 types of Arabica from thirty different countries will delight mocha lovers who will leave with their exotic-sounding find - Zanzibar Gold or Sweet Mexico - bought in the small adjoining store. People rush for the privilege of enjoying a breakfast or a snack in this unique place, art deco with its small alcoves in Victorian style. Be careful, the places are expensive.

This elegant bar with its huge terrace overlooking a modern avenue is no longer presented in Marrakech. It is certainly one of the most convivial places to spend time with friends or family and enjoy the space. Dishes, hamburgers, crepes, pastries or just an omelet with a nos-nos, the menu goes in all directions, to suit everyone's taste, at any time. At night, it's time for lights and cocktails in a more muted atmosphere with a clientele of young partygoers.

Only a few steps from the square, it is impossible to miss this pedestrian street always in effervescence, lined with cafés and stores frequented by a Moroccan youth eager for cell phones and sneakers. The L-shaped terrace of Mabrouka is undoubtedly the ideal spot to observe the passers-by and the animation of the rue des Princes, day and night. We will love to sit down for a moment in this simple and popular place, the time of a cappuccino or a cup of ice cream. An address that everyone knows and where to make appointments.

A little tired of tagine? This is the place we've been waiting for to go out with our girlfriends in a modern setting and especially to devour healthy snacks without feeling guilty. The Mandala keeps all its promises! You can enjoy an avocado sandwich, so popular with vegans, or quesadillas at any time. They also offer brunches and matcha lattes to be consumed with a homemade cake on the terrace. Healthy, greedy, warm... in short, a lot of pleasure, to share or not.

At the entrance of the Carré Eden shopping center in the heart of Guéliz, it is impossible to miss the terrace of the Table du Marché which taunts us. It's simple, it's always full and sometimes you have to wait to take a seat. It must be said that there is no better place to have a good coffee with a pastry, or even a full beldi breakfast, while watching the activity of the shopping district unfold before our eyes. Moreover, the establishment is part of a renowned group, guaranteeing the quality of the products. A reference in Marrakech.

This trendy spot is a favorite with Marrakchis, who come to enjoy the shady terrace and sip a latte or aperitif in a pleasant setting with sober, vintage furniture. If the evening goes on, the tapas, burgers and other seasonal suggestions are just waiting to be devoured. There are also regular exhibitions, such as the recent one on concert posters. And when the owner has a musical crush, he shares it live. While waiting for the next concert, DJs frequently liven up the evenings.