Essaouira
Style meets substance at one of Essaouira's best fine-dining restaurants, housed in an old almond warehouse. The interior is a blend of traditional…
Must-see restaurants in Essaouira
Essaouira
This newcomer on the medina’s main drag quickly developed a loyal following for its arty decor, organic meat-free menu and top-notch coffee. Expect…
Essaouira
This sleek, contemporary restaurant is one of Essaouira’s hottest, with both visitors and locals rushing to dine on the Mediterranean-influenced menu…
Essaouira
This diminutive restaurant is a real gem, with a short menu that changes daily and puts a creative Moroccan spin on fish and vegetarian dishes, all…
Essaouira
Set in a 19th-century house, this popular place is run by a charming Moroccan couple. Expect delicious dishes, particularly the couscous with fish and the…
Essaouira
Set in Essaouira's ancient mellah (Jewish quarter), the Greedy Seagull is part restaurant, part social project, training women in culinary skills to help…
Essaouira
The short menu at this tiny eatery near Place Moulay Hassan changes daily according to what's plentiful and good at the souqs, resulting in food that is…
Essaouira
This easy, breezy rooftop restaurant on top of the Heure Bleu Palais has a short chalkboard menu focussing on fresh salads, seafood and the catch-of-the…
Essaouira
This atmospheric riad-turned-restaurant is filled with diverse art and decor from vibrant canvases to neon Buddhas. The equally eclectic international…
Essaouira
Othman Chic has turned a labyrinthine building into a cool and creative hub, part cafe and restaurant, part shop and gallery, decorated with retro…
Essaouira
When you’re tired of tajines, head to this popular Italian-run restaurant in the heart of the medina. Owner Pinot Silvestro’s not afraid of a clashing…
Essaouira
Eating at these alfresco food stands is one of the definitive Essaouira experiences. Servers can be pushy but choose a stall that looks busy, pick out…
Essaouira
Tucked into a corner of the pretty Place de l'Horloge is an oasis of calm in the medina. Its outdoor tables are perfect for people watching over breakfast…
Essaouira
Head to this small salon de thé (tea room) to sample some of the best Moroccan pastries in town, paired with a cup of tea or coffee. The cornes de gazelle…
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This cosy corner restaurant feels like you’ve stepped into someone’s living room. Forget creative fusion dishes, this is traditional Moroccan at its best,…
Essaouira
At this tiny hole-in-the-wall restaurant, the Moroccan owner learnt to rustle up top-notch pasta from the former owner, an Italian chef, and then he…
Essaouira
This long-standing favourite is under new management but still serving the home-style traditional Moroccan cooking that garnered it a loyal following…
Essaouira
This icon of Essaouira opened way back in 1928, and its cafe with attached semihidden courtyard has many loyal regulars. Sadly, service can be as chaotic…
Essaouira
Communal bar-style seating gets you friendly with your fellow diners. The menu is limited to pasta, including gluten-free options, and choices are simple …
