DK Travel : Marrakech : Places to eat

Al Fassia

This frill-free restaurant has the best Moroccan food.
Al Fassia

This completely women-run Moroccan restaurant is unusual in that it offers à la carte choices rather than a set menu. The restaurant is not particularly stylish, lacks the panache of its many competitors and has a surly staff, but it compensates with its terrific food (see Al Fassia ).
Alizia

Set in a garden villa, this Italian restaurant offers tasty seafood and desserts.
Argana

The terrace upstairs offers superb views over the main square and good Moroccan fare.
Café Arabe

Lounge on the pillow-strewn roof terrace. The food is Italian and Moroccan.
Café des Epices

This three-storey café has a roof terrace and offers tea, coffee, salads, sandwiches and the occasional omelettes.
Café du Livre

This bookshop has a good café that serves a fine breakfast, tapas, risotto and even homemade chocolate cake (see Café du Livre ).
Chalet de la Plage

An Essaouiran institution, this beachside restaurant has a wonderful sea-facing open terrace. Wine and beer are served.
Chez Chegrouni

Try the couscous here. Scribble your order on a paper napkin for the waiter; it returns at the end as your bill.
Chez Chegrouni

Don’t go by the looks of this modest restaurant (the waiter writes your order on a paper napkin). The tajines, couscous and brouchettes (kebabs) served here are tasty and very affordable. The atmosphere is terrific, thanks to its ringside view of the Jemaa El Fna (see Chez Chegrouni ).