The Best Brunch Spots In Casablanca, Morocco
Casablanca is Morocco’s economic capital, and although it might lack the traditional charm of cities such as Marrakech and Fes, it has its own cosmopolitan, contemporary appeal. Before a day of sightseeing and shopping in this bustling city, a stop in a cafe for a late breakfast or brunch is a necessity. Read on to find out about the best places to grab breakfast or brunch in Casablanca.
La Sqala
Tucked into the ocher walls of an 18th-century fortified bastion north of the center, this delightful and charming restaurant offers an escape from the bustling city. With a rustic interior and stunning garden full of beautiful flowers, La Sqala is a haven of tranquility. Offering typical Moroccan specialties all day long, from tagines to couscous – all popular lunchtime choices, – guests can wash these traditional dishes down with some sweet Moroccan mint tea. In the Andalusian inspired garden, a mouthwatering traditional breakfast is the perfect way to enjoy the Moroccan morning.
Address: Boulevard des Almohades, Casablanca, Morocco
Rick's Café
Bar, Cafe, Restaurant, Continental
L’Insense
Restaurant
Riad 21
Riad 21 welcomes its guests into a typical Andalusian styled house turned restaurant. Pleasing guests since 2009, this authentic riad combines a homely feeling through its warm and welcoming Moroccan living room, with elegant and professional service. Riad 21 really does justice to the fantastic cuisine of Morocco, offering guests the chance to sample the rich flavors of typical dishes, from tajine to couscous, whilst relaxing and enjoying classical Arab music. A multipurpose eating place, Riad 21 is perfect not only for an elegant evening, but for small breakfasts and tasty lunches. A fantastic cafe with an excellent ambiance and ideal location.
Address: 74 Boulevard Panoramique et Avenue Nador, Casablanca, Morocco
Pivano
This modern and chic cafe prides itself upon offering cheap, fast, and most importantly, healthy food. In the heart of the Racine district, and close to the bustling Boulevard of Anfa, the Pivano sits with its delightful plant filled outdoor terrace, making it a perfect and refreshing place to start the day. Pivano boasts a calming and contemporary ambiance, which attracts many guests who also praise their tempting and diverse menu, with soups, pastas, sandwiches, deserts, and more.
Address: 26 rue Michel Ange Quartier Racine 20000 Casablanca
Le Paradis de Fruit
There’s no more refreshing way to start the day than with fruit, so there’s really no better place than Le Paradis de Fruit. This colorful establishment is a restaurant-fruit bar and even ice cream bar, which boasts a natural and fresh menu which changes according to the seasons, and does of course focus predominantly on fruit. More than just a fruit smoothie bar, Le Paradis de Fruit offers pastries, mini fruit cheesecakes, and vegetables in its ‘iftah buffet’.
Address: Anfaplace Shopping Center – Boulevard de la Corniche, Ain Diab, Casablanca, Morocco, +212 5227-96909
Venezia Ice
Cafe, Dessert, Vegetarian, Fast Food
Au Petit Kasdal
An inviting and homely little cafe with free WiFi is an ideal place to start the day. Sip on some mint tea whilst relaxing on the small but inviting sun terrace and really get off to the best start to the day. Their extensive range of fresh fruit juices and hot morning drinks mean there’s something to suit everyone, from hot chocolate and coffee, to avocado juice. Food wise, they have a charming and modest breakfast menu, with all food served at ridiculously cheap prices. Feast on omelettes, breakfast combinations including drinks, toast, and most tempting of all, crêpes.
Address: Rue Abou Al Faïd Al Masri, Casablanca, Morocco, +212 5224-90905