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Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region, Morocco Food Guide: 10 French food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Essaouira
Discover Restaurants offering the best French food in Essaouira, Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz Region, Morocco. Portuguese, French and Berber architecture frame the maze-like streets of Essaouira, a charming and vibrant port and resort town on the Atlantic Ocean. Nearby, couples and families stroll the beaches of Cape Sim and Sidi Kaouki, which also attract surfers of all types. Relaxation is easy to find here, as is a bus to Marrakech, for those looking for a daytrip.
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10. D'Un Gout A L'Autre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 37 reviews
To Essaouira, the restaurant D'un gout à l'Autre welcomes you every day of 10h00 am at 11h00 pm except wednesday. Noon and evening, à la carte or in formula, my kitchen is house and elaborated with fresh products. We propose you an international cuisine a
Reviewed By CatherineGlobal
Exceptionally thoughtful and gracious service, a perfect macchiato and comfy seats on the sunny patio. Exactly right for an afternoon stop. I will come back another time to try the food
9. African Roots
Overall Ratings
4 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Ryan M
My wife, 1 1/2-year old son, and I loved this place. First of all, the owner Faoud (sp?) was incredibly warm and welcoming. He made us feel right at home. The food was amazing. Seriously, the best we had in our 2-week trip to Morocco. Then there was the music... What a cool blend of funk, blues, and African rhythms. The band was from the desert and played a style of music popular in Mali. We danced and chatted with Faoud and the band for several hours. My son especially was tearing up the dance floor. Normally, we like to try different places to eat when we are traveling, but we liked this place so much that we came back the next night!
8. Ocean Vagabond Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 890 reviews
THE BEACH RESTAURANT In a surf & bohemian atmosphere, Ocean Vagabond welcomes you on the beach of Essaouira, facing the island of Mogador, in a large outdoor/indoor area, between tree-lined terrace for your lunches and dinners, beach corner with bed to di
Reviewed By tatigoeswhere
Such a nice restaurant with a beautiful view of the ocean (and also of surfers, camels, horses and quads)). We came here for lunch and liked it so much that we cancelled our dinner reservation at another restaurant and came back here. Amazing sunset, cool live music and such a made a memorable experience. Will definitely return and highly recommendThank you for taking the time to give us your opinion about your stay at Ocean Vagabond. Glad you had a great time here. Hope to see you again. Sincerely, OV Team.
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7. La Mouette et les Dromadaires
Overall Ratings
4 based on 289 reviews
A place to relax, lounge and feast. A place to sleep and wake up to the sea. A place far from eveything and close to the essential. Fresh fish, fresh food beautiful and comfortable bedrooms.
Reviewed By QBPhil
About 20k South from Essaouira, on the sea front, this cafe/restaurant is really great. Simple, only seconds from the sea, uninterrompted views of the Ocean, very quiet (except perhaps at weekends), an excellent place for a day of farniente away from Essaouira and its busy medina.Salads, homemade pies and fresh fishes (a la plancha or cooked: a MUST). All being very fresh and generously served.4 new rooms for those who want to stay overnight and enjoy the quietness of this little paradise, have just been completed (with private facilities). Small but stylish in a minimal way with separate terrace (on one side of the restaurant).A totally charming lady owner, laidback but truly professional. And a couple of friendly dogs walking on the nearby beach with you or chasing the local goats when they come too close to the property !!!!No swimming-pool, no Wifi, so perfect for a few days to get away from the madness of our world.Nearby, the fishing village of Sidi Kouaki with a beautiful beach and surfing facilities.15 minutes from Essaouira International Airport (!!!!) with direct flights to London Luton and Paris-Orly.No rental car needed unless one wants to drive to Essaouira (half the drive is on a dirt track as the road is being rebuilt).A perfect spot that took 12 years to complete, thanks to the owner ! We loved it !just one word : thanks !
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6. L'Heure Bleue Palais
Overall Ratings
4 based on 309 reviews
Reviewed By Pam G
We enjoyed a delicious lamb couscous - tender meat and aromatic vegetables served with a sense of style in beautiful blue china pots- with a bottle of very nice red wine. Service and atmosphere were excellent. We had first appreciated the musicians in the courtyard, accompanied by G&T, and for both that and the meal in the restaurant complimentary nibbles appeared. Reasonable prices for a 5 star hotel.Dear guest,Thnak ou for your comments and you describe so well the ambiance of our restaurant. Glad to read that you enjoyed the Lamb Couscous.We are looking forward to welcoming you again soon.Kind regards
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5. Le Cosy
Overall Ratings
5 based on 64 reviews
LE COSY, Chic Bistro, on the first floor of TAROS, situated between the harbour and the Medina ' entrance, is offering an " a la carte " menu. In a warm and welcoming atmosphere, Le Cosy is revisiting classic French an Marocan dishes, and as well some ver
Reviewed By MargaretGranada
We started our evening in the cocktail bar next door (Le Club) wit two superb cocktails before being shown into a small room leading off the main restaurant. This was very cosy with a fire burning in the fireplace which gave the restaurant lots of atmosphere and was very romantic. Our food was superb. I had the selection of smoked fish and my husband the carpaccio of beef to start and then we both had the lamb cooked in puff pastry with a lovely pepper cream sauce. Our red wine was also excellent. As we were finishing our meal a singer and guitarist went to sit by the fire and she sang/he played the most wonderful soft ballads - not intrusive but made us want to listen it was so good. The service was also excellent - very professional and helpful. This was a really enjoyable meal and I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend it. But do make a reservation.Thank you so much Margaret..for your very supporting and encouraging comment .We are so glad to know that you had a great evening at Le Cosy .Looking forward to see you you again ( and you Husband ) .Best regards .Daniel
4. Caravane Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1854 reviews
Reviewed By Brucemarais
Apart from delicious, actually super delicious food, itâs also the restaurant with the most entertainment Iâve ever visited. From belly-dancers, to violinists, live bands, fire throwers and gnaoua(Moroccan dancers)! The place was fun, loud, crazy cool and everyone loved it!!! The owner, Didier, was charming and generous. We loved the interior of the place, very charming! Weâre going back for dinner tonight.
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3. Les Terrasses des Saveurs
Overall Ratings
5 based on 83 reviews
Located on the ground floor and overlooking the Bay of Essaouira, Les Terrasses des Saveurs is a new fresh and tasty address serving shellfish, seafood and showcased fresh fish. You will be charmed by its chic decoration in ocean tones and its family atmo
Reviewed By jason e
"la Terrace des saveurs" is the perfect example of a well-run restaurant with amazing food, super nice staff and ideal location.Situated on the bay of Essaouira, the restaurant features a modern/chic decor, ideal for families and couples looking to enjoy fresh seafood, fish plates and local food in a charming and relaxing atmosphere.Prices are very good for the location and it has free WIFI, useful when a Mb can cost 4euros in Morroco.I have been going to Essaouira for 15 years and this is a place I will return every time I am in the city.5 stars all around!!!Thank you for your kind review. We do take pride in catering to our guests's needs the best way we can. If you're traveling to Essaouira again soon, don't hesitate to come back to our restaurant.
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2. La Cle de Voute
Overall Ratings
4 based on 970 reviews
Restaurant decorated with gaiety. Home in simplicity and gentillese. Small menu card but regular suggestions.
Reviewed By Backandbeyond
Our food was indeed fabulous and we thank La Cle de Voute for their creativity in offering what I'd say are truly different and successful dishes. We were lucky as we arrived early and benefited form the good service, relative quiet and personal attention you'd expect in a place which serves high caliber of food. But all the seats quickly filled due to advanced bookings, the service slowed and it was finally a relief to get out of the cramped, rather noisy room, which I'm sorry to say lacks ambience. There's little in the way the dining area is arranged, the background music they use, or the decor to make Le Cle de Voute feel intimate, relaxed or friendly. Pretension is starting to creep into what was probably once a lovely restaurant. It may be that their reputation for great food on social media is starting to detract from the overall dining experience. When somewhere becomes an on line 'foodie holy grail,' the real life dynamic often changes and and I'm afraid this has happened to Le Cle de Voute. Perhaps it's time to hike up the prices and get a larger restaurant!
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1. d'Orient et d'Ailleurs
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1044 reviews
You're welcome ! A couscous, a tajine, a pastilla or briouates ? Or maybe you are looking for vegeterian dishes ? It's here ! You ll spend a evening in a intimate setting whose walls are adorned with beautifull pictures from Essaouira and Cuba. Menu veget
Reviewed By Agathe M
Another delicious experience at dâOrient et dâAilleurs which has now become my must-stop-by restaurant whenever Iâm in Essaouira. I was delighted to see some novelties added on the menu like the John Dory filet served with a very tasty coconut sauce and tender vegetables. My partner went for his usual meat couscous (always generous portions). I also tried the dried fruit pie for dessert, a sweet touch that tickle the palate but doesnât weigh heavy on the stomach. Altogether another very agreeable evening!
