11 Top Vegetarian Restaurants In Tangier

Tangier is a city with lots of gastronomic influences, from Jewish, to Christian, Berber and Arab. It’s rich in flavours, spices and plants, and involves a lot of hands-on eating techniques. Most dishes include meat, but if you’re a vegetarian, worry not, because Moroccan cuisine has a range of amazing veggie dishes, and in some restaurants they will even cook something upon-request just for you. Here are the 11 top vegetarian restaurants in Tangier.

1. Restaurant Rif Kebdani

Restaurant, Moroccan, Vegetarian

This restaurant, located in the heart of the Medina and directly on the waterfront, serves amazing vegetarian dishes, like veggie tagines, couscous and salads with fresh, local vegetables and fruit. The atmosphere is relaxed and it’s a cosy spot for dinner.

2. La Posada del Hafa

Restaurant, Moroccan, Italian, Seafood

This restaurant is right next to the famous Café Hafa of Tangier, and although its main specialty is seafood, it also serves delicious vegetarian dishes. The staff is very friendly and professional, and you can enjoy your meal in a comfortable atmosphere.

3. El Morocco Club

Restaurant, Bistro, Bar, Moroccan, Mediterranean, European

This is the perfect place to have an elegant and sumptuous vegetarian dinner. With a ‘Moroccan James Bond’ kind of vibe, you can find a pianist on the right side, waiters on the other and massive chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. Dinner at El Morocco Club really is a high-class experience.

5. Dar Lidam

Restaurant, Moroccan

The presentation of the dishes here is just remarkable. Using local, fresh vegetables, they make harira soup, veggie tagines, salads and much more. You can enjoy your dinner in this traditional Moroccan house with a view of the Mediterranean Sea.

6. Restaurant Hamadi

Restaurant, Moroccan, African, Middle Eastern

Hamadi is an excellent choice for vegetarians, as they offer amazing salads, veggie couscous and harira among other dishes. In a traditional Moroccan décor setting, you can enjoy lunch or dinner to the sounds of a live band that plays Moroccan music.

7. Café À L'Anglaise

Tea Room, Moroccan, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian

This vegetarian restaurant is a one-of-a-kind in Morocco, with its bohemian décor and atmosphere. It is both vegetarian- and vegan-friendly and the meals are made with care and with as much effort as the other dishes. The best part of the restaurant is the rooftop terrace with a great view.

8. LE SOUQ Le Goût du Moyen-Orient

Restaurant, Moroccan, Indian, Middle Eastern, Asian

LE SOUQ is a stylish restaurant, where they serve three different kinds of cuisine: Moroccan, Lebanese and Indian. You can ask for a vegetarian version of almost every dish on the meny, although they also have delicious soups and veggie plates.

9. Salon Bleu

Cafe, Restaurant, Moroccan, Vegetarian

This rooftop restaurant is amazingly decorated, with a view over the Tangier Harbour. They make absolutely delicious vegetarian dishes, like tomatoes and goat’s cheese, veggie couscous, hummus and much more. The atmosphere at night is relaxed and peaceful with the sound of the Mediterranean Sea.

10. Restaurant Alibaba

Restaurant, Moroccan, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Vegetarian

This restaurant offers Moroccan and Lebanese food. You can expect hummus, tomato-based dishes, and many more delicious vegetarian options. It is located near the American Legation, but outside of the Old Medina.

11. Mac Arena

Restaurant, Moroccan, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian

Close to Alibaba you’ll find Mac Arena, with amazing Moroccan, European and Mediterranean food, very rich in vegetables, olive oil and spices. Pasta, pizza, risotto – everything tastes incredible, and at a fair price!

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