6 Restaurants in Marrakesh To Visit For The Ultimate Moroccan Cuisine

Located in the center of the Marrakesh Medina, Dar Yacout is one of the oldest and most well-regarded restaurants in the city. Dine in the midst of the restaurant's dreamy outdoor courtyard under soft candlelight or opt for a cozy table in the luxurious indoor space. Dar Yacout is renowned for its traditional Moroccan cuisine and boasts an expansive menu, complete with dishes like lamb tagine, spiced slow-roasted vegetables, and rich couscous. Enjoy an opulent meal under intricately laid mosaic tiling, warm stained glass lighting, and extravagant architectural details within Dar Yacout. 

Indulge in bright, fresh salads and perfectly balanced platters featuring eggplant, tender beef fillets, bulgar, and lentils at Naranj, one of Marrakesh's leading gastronomic destinations. For the city's most sought-after Lebanese-Moroccan fusion dishes, make a reservation at Naranj, located on the outskirts of the Medina on a charming, cobbled city street. Opt for a refreshing fruit juice to cool off after a long day of shopping and exploring or a bespoke coffee beverage to accompany a rich, delicious mezze-style meal. 

While Marrakesh is known among the culinarily curious for its slow-roasted, spiced meat-forward dishes, the city also has plenty to offer in the way of vegetarian dishes. For the plant-based traveler, be sure to visit La Famille, one of the most popular vegetarian restaurants in the city. Whether you opt to check out the eatery for lunch or dinner, guests can look forward to dining in a secluded, intimate garden under the shade of fragrant lemon trees. Fresh vegetable dips accompanied by zaatar crackers make up the first course of a La Famille dining experience, while later courses give way to nourishing vegetable pastas, brightly-flavored salads, and hearty focaccia pizzas. 

Enjoy the summer sunshine on the terrace of Maison Reine, a Mediterranean-Moroccan restaurant known for its inviting atmosphere, dazzling views of the city, and expansive menu. Indulge in fresh grilled octopus, smoked labneh-drizzled eggplant, and bright tomato tart are among the most popular dishes on the menu, but the crisp citrus salad and the white bean puree make for perfect plates to share among friends or family. 

After a long day of wandering the picturesque city, unwind at Sahbi Sahbi, a Moroccan restaurant boasting a cozy, warm atmosphere and a menu full of traditional dishes sure to satiate your hunger. Enjoy everything from tagine to couscous to grilled, spiced kefta skewers, prepared by a team of the country's most talented female chefs. 

Visit Le Trou Au Mur, a restaurant located in the heart of the Marrakesh Medina, to catch a glimpse of one of the city's most luxurious hotels and grab a bite to eat from the eatery's sprawling menu, complete with both Moroccan and international dishes. The restaurant maintains a rotation of tagine dishes—ranging from rabbit to fish to lamb, that change daily—as well as meshoui, or grilled lamb, mezze-style dishes that pair perfectly with the spiced tomato Moroccan-style pasta and couscous salad. While dining at Le Trou Au Mur, be sure to save room for dessert, as the orange blossom sorbet and the date and saffron cake are must-try confections that have prompted rave reviews from guests.