One of the most popular destinations of Morocco is Marrakech; it’s a fascinating city with its rich cultural heritage, world class shopping and unique flavors. Among the delightful attractions laid out for tourists from all over the world in the city of Ochre is the country’s extraordinary and heavenly cuisine. If you are looking for an unforgettable dining experience with exotic flavors and one of the most charming and captivating environments, then the Medina of Marrakech is the place that you should go for a timeless culinary experience. Let’s talk about 5 of the most amazing restaurants in Marrakech
CAFÉ ARABE serves Moroccan and Italian cuisine
located at : 184, Rue El Mouassine
This restaurant is just a short walk away from the historical Djemma el Fna square; it lies at the centre of souks. The café is famous for its unpretentious ambience and the sumptuous delicacies can be enjoyed in a range of environments with various seating options like the stately dining rooms, the cool patio on the sundeck where you can enjoy the local fare with the traditional tunes of Morocco
The menu is as meticulously designed as the restaurant. The carte de jour is laden with Italian and Moroccan dishes. The atmosphere is a classy combination of Arabic and oriental interiors. Once you enter the restaurant you get lost in the this traditional lair designed by Italian architects
Casa Lalla: serves French cuisine
Located at: Rue Riad Zitoun Lakdime 16, Derb Jamaa
Well located at one of the most happening alleys of the Median of Marrakech and just a stones throw away from Djemma el Fna square, Casa Lalla is not only a culinary institution par excellence but also a classy riad hotel
The unique thing about Casa Lalla is its menu dégustation; which is a tasting menu that can be enjoyed strictly by reservation. This is unique fare is common place in the more upscale restaurants of France and offers an assortment of dishes that are changed regularly.
The name Casa Lalla means Madam’s house but it’s the lair of chef and owner Pierre Olivier who takes full liberty to create imaginative, fanciful dishes that often leave the guests utterly enticed. One bite of the tasty concoctions and you are in the air above the Mediterranean feeling and tasting the flavors of both countries his native France and his new home Morocco.
The decor of Casa Lalla is perfect blend of oriental subtlety and contemporary charm which affords a very welcoming environment
Palais Gharnata: Serves traditional Moroccan cuisine
Once the palace of the Pacha of Marrakech, this stunning palace now houses a restaurant extraordinaire, the Palais Gharnata famous for its traditional cuisine. One look at the menu is all it takes to realize the devotion of the kitchen staff towards keeping the ancient Moroccan culinary traditions alive. The magnificent meal is served amidst a rhapsody of traditional oriental music while you enjoy the local artifacts strategically placed all around you
The decor is charming and tasteful and this restaurant is a must visit if you want to get a feel for all things traditional
La Maison Arabe: serves gastronomic Moroccan cuisine
Located at: Derb Assehbe Bab Doukkala
The ambience of this restaurant is stunning to say the least. A sheer haven of regality and art de vivre, it is a mesmerizing combination of local art and culinary delights. If you would like a taste of true Moroccan cuisine in all its finery, refinement and sophistication, then this is the restaurant to go to. The best part is that you can learn a dish or two on your way out because they offer cooking workshops
The former residence of one of the great lords of Marrakech, Caid Layadi, the restaurant has the most stunning jewel laden decor. The delicacies are exclusive and elegant and are a beautiful blend of African, Mesopotamian and Andalusian flavors that is so refreshing that it enthralls your senses.
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