Restaurants

A prime people-watching spot, Djerba's best cafe offers an above-average collection of pastries and snacks, fresh juices and good coffee made with Cafés Ben Yedder beans. The terrace seating is popular with locals a…

The first upmarket restaurant in Erriadh, 'the Plot' has been welcomed with open arms since opening in 2016. Geared mainly to tourists, it offers a set three-course menu at lunch and an à la carte choice of well-pre…

This excellent locals’ restaurant opposite the louage station heaves at lunchtimes. There are huge and filling portions of couscous and the like for a fraction of the cost of the same at souq restaurants. Opening ho…

This place is a favourite with local families and has covered terrace tables as well as a large dining room. Try traditional island dishes such as stuffed calamari, Djerban rice or lamb cutlets. There's a non-smokin…

Hearty portions of pasta (many vegetarian) are served here with an unusual amount of elegance and attention to detail, and pizzas are most definitely a cut above the typical Tunisian versions. Friendly service; no a…

More sophisticated than most souq restaurants, this place caters to a mix of locals and tourists; the former tend to be seated downstairs and the latter upstairs. The interior is attractive and alcohol is available,…

The only upmarket restaurant in town, this huge place at Houmt Souk's port serves stock-standard cuisine in an airy and attractive dining room, as well as on a bizarre pirate-style ship docked outside. It's popular …

Frequented by locals rather than tourists, Sportif is a friendly, no-nonsense eating establishment serving couscous, meat dishes and roast chicken dishes for bargain prices. No alcohol.

The gelato served at this cafe near the marina is the real deal.

Chow down on custom-filled pita sandwiches, shawarmas and fries at this fast-food-style restaurant next to the police station. Opening hours are erratic.