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	There are few cuisines as refined as Moroccan cuisine. The colorful presentation of well prepared national delicacies makes dining a pleasure for gourmands! Marrakech has a large selection of restaurants, cafes and lounges. Moroccans generally spend a lot of time at the table preferring not to rush their meals but to take their time and appreciate the dishes.

If you have gourmet tast buds, we highly recommend setting aside an entire evening to dine in a Marrakech riad. The city is especially well known for its talented chefs that have been lured into the kitchens of these traditional homes “turned luxury” boutique hotels…

Dar Marjana $$$$
The setting is worth a thousand words…located in a small palace in the medina, this restaurant provides a true Moroccan experience. The dining area that overlooks the private courtyard and fountain. Decoration is extravagant with brocade divans. Local music is played by Gnaouas and we highly recommend the cuisine. Moroccan wine is served. Reservations are recommended.
15 Derb Sidi Ali Tair (Bab Doukkala, opposite Dar El Basha)
Medina
Tel: 024 38 51 10

Dar Mima $$$
This riad has been exquisitely restored and is elegantly decorated. The dishes are expertly prepared and absolutely delicious. Dinners start around 200-220 Dh, not including drinks. Only open for dinner, reservations are highly recommended. 9, derb Zaouia el Kadiria
Riad ez Zitoun el Jédid
Tel : 024 38 52 52

Le Pavillon $$$
Elegant and completely renovated, Le Pavillon transports their guests to another place and time. This riad dates to the early 19th century and the dining area is situated around a private patio covered in olive and fig trees that circle the traditional fountain. Laurent Torridec creates magical dishes and guests will not be disappointed by this chef that has already been awarded 2 stars in the Michelin Guide for his restaurant "Les Mouscardins" in Saint Tropez. Credit cards accepted.
Medina
Tel : 024 38 70 40

Dar Moha $$$
Opened in 2000 and previously owned by Pierre Balmain. Very stylish riad that has been wonderfully renovated. The fixed menu is "new Moroccan cuisine". Tables are under lush banana palm trees that are situated arount a small pool. Andalolusian lutists sernade clients and a belly dancer dances in the late evenings. Closed on Mondays. No lunch service
81, Rue dar el Bacha
Medina
Tel : 024 38 64 00

Le Foundouk
Charming and stylish, this restaurant provides an intimate setting for diners. Open every evening.
55, souk Hal Fassi
Medina
Tel : 024 37 81 90

Le Tobsil
Has recently undergone an intense renovation overseen by the owner Christine Rio and is ideal for a romantic evening. The restaurant is charming with only 50 seats and offers traditional Moroccan cuisine. Menus start around 550DH and include wine and apero.
22 Derb Abdellah Ben Hessaien
R’mila Bab Ksour
Medina
Tel: 024 44 15 23

Restaurant el Bahja $
Just steps away from Chez Brek in the medina of Marrakesh, this small and intimate café serves sumptuous beef and chicken tagines and offers a large selection of grilled foods.
Rue Bani Marine
Medina

Café /Restaurant de France $
Brasserie style and the service is generally quick.

La Residence de la Place $
Small but good selection. Fast service.

Rotisserie de la Paix
Great French food served in a tropical garden, good ambiance.
68 Rue de Yougoslavie
Gueliz
Tel : 024 43 31 18

Chez Brek $
Though the selection is limited, the food served at Chez Brek is some of the best you will find in Marrakesh. Traditional Moroccan meats served with fresh bread and salads.
41 Rue Bani Marine (through the arch to the left of the Djemaa el Fna post office)
Medina

Cantanzaro $
Very popular. Serves an assortment of Italian dishes and pizzas. Good deals. Accept credit cards. Closed on Sundays.
Rue Tariq Ibn Ziad
Medina
Tel: 024 43 37 31

La Trattoria
La Trattoria dates back to the 1920s and was transformed into a restaurant by Giancarlo and decorated by Bill Willis. The Hispanic Mauresque decoration is fabulous. Terraces offer clients the option of dining in the shade or sun surrounded by the perfumes of basil and fenouil.
179, rue Mohamed El Beqal
Gueliz
Tel: 024 43 26 41

Le Cafe Maure
Palmerie Golf Palace
La Palmeraie
Tel: 066 78 47 61

La Bagatelle $$
Comfortable shaded patio open to diners. Selection is small but reliable. Credit cards accepted. Closed Wednesdays.
101, Rue Yougoslavie
Gueliz
Tel: 024 43 02 74

Le Jacaranda $$
New French Cuisine and good seafood dishes, though some Moroccan dishes are also served. Credit cards accepted. Closed Tuesday and no lunch service on Wednesdays.
32, Boulevard Zerktouni
Tel: 024 44 72 15

Le Sepharade $$$
Around the corner from the Beth El synangogue, the restaurant serves kosher dishes and interpretations of Moroccan dishes. Credit cards accepted. Only open for dinner.
Between Rue Ibn Toumert and Rue Loubnanem off Boulevard Zerktouni
Tel: 024 43 98 09

Le Yacout $$$$
The setting is a spectacularly renovated villa. Guests are served beside the pool, upstairs, in a relaxed main salon. Traditional Moroccan food is served to the music of Gnaouan musicians. Service is efficient. Menus are fixed. Reservations necessary. Credit cards accepted. Closed Mondays and no lunch service.
79, Sidi Ahmed Soussi, near Bab Doukkala
Tel: 024 38 29 29 or 024 38 29 00

International Restaurant at Amanjena $$
A candelit dining rooms awaits you at this Marrakesh restaurant. Dishes include gourmet salads and seafood specialities. Service is great and the ambiance zen. If you have time to take a cocktail before dinner you will enjoy the loft like reception hall.
Route de Ouarzazate, Km 12
Tel: 024 40 33 53

Kim Son $
Vietnamese and Chinese dishes. Credit cards accepted. Closed Sundays.
Rue Ibn Toumert
Tel: 024 43 01 59

Le Jade
This historic villa of "Services des Mines", was completely renovated by Abel et Mehdi in a sober deco style. The zen atmosphere is enhanced by the lounge music. World food is served though Abdel has some experience with gourmet French cuisine. Upstairs is le Sushis Lounge that was designed for ultra relaxation and you can enjoy an assortment of sushi while laying down on a "Sofa Concept Bed".
16, rue Lieutenant Lamure
Gueliz
Tel: 024 44 90 9 5

Les Terrasses de l'Alhambra $$
Elegant and comfortable, this restaurant is located at the Jamaa El Fna square, just in front of the Koutoubia…after a balad in the souks it is a great spot to relax, eat, to see and to be seen….the terrace provides spectacular city and sunset views.
3, place Jamaa El Fna
Medina
Tel: 064 16 79 42 / 063 18 93 60

El Fassia $$
Traditional and bright decoration are the backdrop of this opulent restaurant that is run by women (quite rare in Morocco). Diners can dine inside or under the tents in the garden. The menu is a la carte and is typically Moroccan and delicious. Credit cards accepted.
232 Avenue Mohammed V
Tel: 024 43 40 60

La Casa
Hivernage
Tel: 024 44 82 26

Le Comptoir
Hivernage
Tel: 024 43 77 02

Palais Jad Mahal
Tel: 024 43 69 84

Bar l'Escale $
Rue Mauritania (off of Mohammed V at Derby)
Tel: 024 43 69 84

Hotel restaurants in Marrakesh are typically fancier than the restaurants or cafés with terraces overlooking the plaza, and often offer full and traditional menus.

Hotel Ali is quite popular with tourists and although it is not directly on the main plaza you will have no trouble watching the action from their terrace where lunch is served. They offer an “all you care to eat” dinner that includes Moroccan vegetables, salads, and fruits. The buffet is served inside the restaurant on the ground floor (around 65DH, with a reduction for hotel guests).

Hotel de Foucauld has menus around 100 DH (10€)

Grand Hotel du Tazi proposes a buffet with sumptuous salads starting at 90 DH (9€)

L’Hotel Islane has a terrace where diners have a view of the Koutoubia. The hotel serves traditional Moroccan and Italian cuisine.

*** La Vente de l'Atlas
This musical is one of our personal favorites. Based on a beautiful love story between Aziz (a merchant of babouches)and the princess Jamila. Presented by Alkazar Marrakech, La Vente de l'Atlas will be open to public as of November 1st, 2004. Dinner and the show are available for 550 Dh (55 euros) and reservations are mandatory.
Circuit de la Palmeraie
Route de Fès (next to the Hotel Tikida Garden)
Marrakech
Tel : 024 32 86 92
www.alkazarmarrakech.com
email : contact@alkazarmarrakech.com

Chez Ali
Dancers, musicians, acrobats and horsemen perform for clients. Every evening a sultan with his chosen accomplice glides over the crowd on a flying carpet.
La Palmeraie
Tel: 024 30 77 30

Al Menara
Dinner show that transports guests back through the history of Marrakech. The show lasts one hour and is quite spectacular. Over 50 dansers, acrobats and performers...
Tel: 024 43 95 78

Le Casino de Marrakech
Avenue El Qadissia
Hivernage
Tel: 024 44 88 11