Must see restaurants in Ouarzazate

One of the best eateries in town, Douyria wows diners with its rooftop terrace (though without kasbah views), candlelit tables and cushion-lined nooks…

Conceived by owner Brigitte Babolat, this Moorish fantasy palace – a medley of cosy lounges and nooks arranged around a series of patios – took three…

The Relais serves creative dishes featuring local ingredients such as Talouine saffron and Saharan salt. Try flaky bastilla (savoury pie) of fish, or…

Step off busy Ave Mohammed V and climb the steps up to this peaceful garden, with white leather chairs, thick curtains and a tent-like interior…

This spot has been around since 1928, when Chez Dimitri played a pivotal role as petrol station, transport hub, restaurant and even dance hall in the…

Overlooking the lively square at the epicentre of Ouarzazate, Habous is the most popular place in town. It has a patisserie, cafe and restaurant, with…

After a week of desert dining, you may find yourself sleepwalking to this French bistro opposite the Berbère Palace. Here, in cosy nooks lit by a mellow,…

If you're looking for something completely different after too many days in the desert, a Hunanese owner and chef here ensures that you get an authentic …

On balmy evenings, all strolls lead here for French éclairs, croissants and Moroccan pastries. In the morning, grab a seat on the terrace for coffee and…

The wrought-iron sidewalk seating and cosy interiors say Paris cafe, but the menu says cheeseburgers and tasty vegetarian or meaty tajines with figs,…

With its red-and-white-checked tablecloths, Chez Nabil is a local favourite. Choose between quick and easy burgers, chicken skewers and merguez (spicy…

Tasty pizzas (of varying authenticity) make this place popular among a young local crowd, and in the evening tables spill out onto the sidewalks on both…

Fresh cheese, meat and vegetables can be found at the daily central souq. Operations tend to wind down from mid-afternoon, so it's better to go early.