Where to eat in Marrakech? Rikke's guide

Where to eat in Marrakech? Start with cafes and rooftops in the medina like Le Jardin, Nomad, Café des Épices, Terrasse des Épices, and El Fenn. They offer great food, atmosphere, views, and a break from the hustle and bustle of the souk.

Where to eat in Marrakech for the first time?

Marrakech can be intense in the best way. The medina hums, the souk pulls in every direction, and many of the most wonderful places are hidden behind a discreet door, in a small alley, or up on a rooftop terrace.

I've gathered my favorites and a couple of places I've been recommended myself. This guide is for you if you want to find restaurants in Marrakech with atmosphere — not just a quick meal. Use it as a little insider list when planning lunch, coffee, dinner, or sunset drinks.

Best cafes in Marrakech medina

The medina is the obvious place to start. Here you are close to the souk, the shops, Place des Épices, and the special rhythm that makes Marrakech so captivating.

Le Jardin

Le Jardin is a small green oasis near Max & Jan. It's a lovely place when you need a break from the heat and pace of the souk. Here you'll find juices, salads, and a tranquil courtyard atmosphere that feels very Marrakech.

Café des Épices

Café des Épices is located on Place des Épices and is especially lovely in the morning or for a light lunch. I like to sit here early, as the market wakes up and locals prepare for the day.

Nomad

Nomad is also located at Place des Épices and is a good choice if you want lunch with a view. It's advisable to book a table on the rooftop terrace. It's one of those places where food, rooftop, and medina atmosphere come together perfectly.

Rooftops in Marrakech for lunch and sunset

If you ask me, you should go above the city at least once. Marrakech is experienced completely differently from a rooftop terrace. The sound from the souk softens, the light falls beautifully over the red walls, and the Atlas Mountains can be glimpsed on the horizon on clear days.

Place	Best for	Area
Nomad	Lunch and rooftop	Medina / Place des Épices
Terrasse des Épices	Sunset, drinks, and local dishes	Medina
El Fenn	Drinks, dinner, and views	Medina
Dar Dar Rooftop	Rooftop and evening atmosphere	Near Jemaa el-Fnaa
Atay Café	View and informal break	Medina

Restaurants in Marrakech for dinner

For dinner, I often choose places where the decor, lighting, and atmosphere are just as important as the food. Marrakech is full of beautiful spaces, old riads, courtyards, lanterns, and rooftop terraces — and it's precisely this combination that makes the city so inspiring.

Les Jardin de Lotus

Les Jardin de Lotus is hidden in a small alley close to Bliss Riad. I've been there in the evening, which is when the place truly shines. It's a good choice if you want a slightly quieter dinner away from the busiest streets.

Le Grand Café de la Poste

Le Grand Café de la Poste is located on the border of Gueliz in an old post office. It feels like stepping into a French cafe from another era. The food is good, but it's especially the premises and the atmosphere that make the place worth a visit.

El Fenn

El Fenn is a must if you want to combine dinner, drinks, and a view. I think it works especially well for a sunset drink followed by dinner. The place has that sensual Marrakech vibe that you remember afterward.

Where to get sunset drinks in Marrakech?

For sunset, I would choose Terrasse des Épices or El Fenn. Both places offer views, atmosphere, and a feeling of being in the heart of Marrakech without being in the middle of the noise.

My best advice is to book a table well in advance, especially if you want to sit on the rooftop terrace. Many popular rooftops fill up quickly, especially during peak season.

More restaurants in Marrakech I would check out

There are always new places, and I discover something new almost every time I'm in Marrakech. In addition to my own favorites, I would also look closer at these places:

• Le Salama near Jemaa el-Fnaa
• Folk Marrakech
• La Trattoria
• La Table du Souk
• Dar Dar Rooftop
• Atay Café

Practical tips for restaurants in Marrakech

• Book a table when you want to eat at the popular rooftops.
• Choose lunch in the medina if you're already wandering around the souk.
• Always ask for the rooftop terrace if the place has one.
• Check Instagram for atmosphere, opening hours, and current menus.
• Be aware that not all places serve alcohol.

Bring a piece of Marrakech home

For me, Marrakech is inextricably linked with colors, materials, craftsmanship, and the special tranquility that arises when raw walls, textiles, ceramics, and warm light meet. This is also the atmosphere I look for when I handpick products for Casa W.

You can find the same sensory expression in our Moroccan ceramics, rugs, and cushions — small unique items, each telling its own story.

Frequently asked questions

Which restaurants in Marrakech are popular?

Nomad, Café des Épices, Le Jardin, Terrasse des Épices, and El Fenn are popular choices, especially if you want food, views, and atmosphere in the medina.

Where to eat lunch in Marrakech?

For lunch in Marrakech, I would choose Nomad, Café des Épices, or Le Jardin. They are conveniently located in the medina and work well as a break in the middle of the souk.

Should you book a table in Marrakech?

Yes, it's a good idea to book a table for dinner and popular rooftops. This is especially true at sunset and during peak season.

Where to get sunset drinks in Marrakech?

Terrasse des Épices and El Fenn are great places for sunset drinks with views over Marrakech.