9 Top Spots For Tajine In Marrakech

Here are the best restaurants in Marrakech where you can enjoy a delicious tajine.

1. La Grande Table Marocaine

Restaurant, Moroccan

Located in the heart of the incredible hotel Royal Mansour in Marrakech, La Grande Table Marocaine offers some deliciously prepared dishes by renowned chefs Jérôme Videau, Karim Benbaba and Florent Margaillan, who work under the supervision of Yannick Alléno, a three-star Michelin chef. The menu is exclusively Moroccan and includes harira, zaâlouk, lobster and other Moroccan delicacies. It is the perfect place to have a romantic and delicious dinner with your loved one. They also have a French version of this restaurant, called La Grande Table Française.

2. Cafe des Epices

Cafe, Moroccan

In the city’s charming ‘spice square’ the aptly name Cafe des Epices spreads over three levels, including a rooftop from which guests can enjoy views of the Atlas Mountains and even admire the glowing sunset by evening. The interior reflects the colours and architecture of Marrakech, and the menu offers beverages such as spiced tea and cinnamon coffee, as well as juices and light snacks from Moroccan pastries to tajines. This is a delightful and relaxed place to take a break from exploring the medina.

3. Al Fassia Aguedal

Restaurant, Moroccan

Located in front of the stunning Agdal Gardens, and just a few miles away from the famous Jemaa el Fna square, Al Fassia Aguedal is nationally and internationally renowned for its high-quality international cuisine and excellent service. Serving guests for over 25 years, Al Fassia Aguedal is still the go-to for traditional Moroccan cuisine. The dining room is elegant, decorated with rich tones and white tablecloths, and the food is freshly prepared with a passion for Moroccan culture. Guests can also select from the à la carte menu for a variety of dishes and flavours.

5. Comptoir Darna

Restaurant, Moroccan, Mediterranean, European

Comptoir Darna serves both Moroccan and international cuisine, and your dinner will be accompanied by a marvellous belly dancing show, gnawa and other traditions in the beautifully decorated space. The menu is filled with traditional delicacies such as tajine, couscous, mint tea and much more.

6. La Cour des Lions

Hotel Restaurant, Moroccan

La Cour des Lions is the restaurant at Es Saadi Marrakech Resort, and it offers delectable traditional dishes made by their incredible chef Fatéma. The different dishes to try include pastilla, lamb tajine and couscous with shrimp. It is such a beautiful spot to have dinner at, as it reminds one of Aladdin, and as it’s on the top floor, you can enjoy a view over the pool and garden on the terrace.

7. Mes’Lalla

Hotel Restaurant, Moroccan

Mes’Lalla is the popular restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental in Marrakech. On the menu, the most appetising Moroccan dishes are offered with a gastronomic touch, such as duck with mango, tangia and couscous. They have a selection of amazing wines from both Europe and Morocco, and the perfect atmosphere to have a sophisticated yet cosy dinner.

8. Azar

Restaurant, Moroccan, Middle Eastern

An oasis located in the centre of the bustling Gueliz region, the unique and chic Azar gives guests a modern experience of Morocco. It’s a fun restaurant that serves Moroccan, Lebanese and international cuisine prepared from freshly sourced ingredients; guests can choose from a large drinks selection as well as a range of shisha flavours. The entertainment is also worth a mention, with glamorous belly dancers, an in-house orchestra and popular DJs performing every weekend. After a satisfying meal, guests can relax on the terrace sofas with some traditional mint tea.

9. Terrasse des Épices

Restaurant, Moroccan

Terrasse des Épices, located on a hidden rooftop terrace in the heart of the Old Town, is one of the best places in the Medina to relax over a drink and enjoy fresh Franco-Moroccan cuisine. It is less luxurious than some of its local rivals, with a contemporary design characterised by dark wood and rattan furniture, and a view of the rooftops of the Medina and the far-off Atlas Mountains. Al fresco dining is nothing new in Marrakech, but Terrasse des Épices does it to perfection; dishes such as chicken tajine with lemon confit and Filet de saint pierreare highlights of a hugely enticing menu.

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