10 Non-touristy Places to Eat Moroccan Traditional Foods in Casablanca

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10 Non-touristy Places to Eat Moroccan Traditional Foods in Casablanca

Casablanca has a variety of unique restaurants that offer their guests an authentic experience with delicious Moroccan and global delicacies. Moroccan food is one of the world’s most distinctive cuisines and a sight to behold. Moroccan food has been so delectable that it almost equals how beautiful the nation is.  Here is a list of 10 Non-touristy Places to Eat Moroccan Traditional Foods in Casablanca

1. Basmane

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Ideally located in La Corniche beach region of Casablanca in the Val d’Anfa Hotel, Basmane is deemed one of the best for traditional cuisine, especially tajine. Guests can feast on the typical Moroccan fare whilst also taking in the intricate woodwork and beautiful mosaics.

The welcoming dining rooms feature candles and flowers, and stunning colors of ocher, red and blue. Not only do the food and décor provide a culturally immersive experience, the restaurant also features a gimbri lute player, and a tubal drum player along with dancers to complete the atmosphere.

2. La Sqala

Tucked into the ochre walls of an 18th-century fortified bastion north of the Centre, this delightful and charming restaurant offers an escape from the bustling city. With a rustic interior and a stunning garden full of beautiful flowers.

La Sqala is a haven of tranquility. Offering typical Moroccan specialties, from tajines to couscous, guests will also be able to try some authentic Moroccan tea. In the Andalusian inspired garden, guests can enjoy live entertainment, which livens up the atmosphere.

3. Iloli

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Many of the best restaurants in Casablanca do not restrict their menu only to Moroccan food but offer different types of cuisines for locals and the tourists visiting from around the world.

If you are craving some Japanese food during your trip to Morocco, then ILOLI restaurant in Casablanca is where you need to be. The sophisticated restaurant has a charming, warm, and zen atmosphere that will put you in the mood to try some sushi.

Served on handmade ceramic ware, the Japanese restaurant offers a variety of seafood dishes, with meat and vegetable additions such as the classic sushi, sashimi, black cod, and turbot meuniere with yuzu. ILOLI is defiantly the restaurant for you if you are looking to indulge in some tasty Japanese food and enjoy a relaxing evening.

practical information

Address: 33 Rue Najib Mahfoud, Casablanca 20000 Morocco

Opening hours Monday 7pm -12am,

Tuesday- Friday 12:30- 3:30 pm, 7pm-12 am

Saturday 1-4pm, 7pm-12am                              

4. Al Mounia

It  is a traditional Moroccan restaurant in Casablanca, located in an ancient and beautiful courtyard villa that offers an authentic food experience for its guests. You can choose to enjoy your meal either in the elegant Moroccan saloon with colorful zellige tilework or in the green garden with beautiful arches.

The restaurant is one of the oldest dining places in Casablanca and it is famous amongst the locals and tourists for its welcoming atmosphere, warmth, and professionalism, making it an ideal showcase of Moroccan hospitality.

The menu consists mainly of Moroccan traditional dishes such as couscous, vegetable or lamb tagine, bastilla with chicken or pigeon, and kebabs. It also serves delicious Moroccan desserts and pastries, as well as fresh juices. Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or a meat lover, you will find your perfect Moroccan dish at Al Mounia.

Practical information

Address:95 rue du Prince Moulay-Abdallah, Casablanca Morocco.

Opening hours Monday- Sunday 12-11pm

5. Le Riad

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A traditional Moroccan restaurant, much less touristy than the rest, Le Riad offers a friendly and characterful dining experience with delicious food culminating in a relaxing and enjoyable meal. With a simple yet pleasing menu, at a pleasing price too, Le Riad serves omelets, fish, tajines, and meat dishes. For a warm welcome and an experience somewhat reminiscent of entering a Moroccan home, Le Riad is a perfect place to go with both family and friends.

Practical information

Address:45-47 Rue Mohamed El Quori, Casablanca 20000 Morocco.

Opening Hours Monday -Sunday 12pm-1am

6. Zayna Restaurant

Located in the modern part of town, Zayna Restaurant offers Moroccan specialties at a very desirable price. As well as serving tajine and couscous dishes, Zayna Restaurant also offers delicacies such as chicken pita and lamb kefta. This delightful little restaurant has pleased visitors from all over the world for over eight years – its immense popularity attests to its incredible cuisine.

Practical information

Address: Place Habous, Rue Ibn Khaldoune, 44, Quartier Habous  Casablanca 20510 Morocco.

Opening Hours Monday – Saturday 9am-10:30pm

                                       Sunday 9am-10pm

7. Dar Beida

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It has been offering a positively tourist experience. Dar Beida has belly dancers to oriental orchestra demonstrating typically Arab fun and livening up the atmosphere. Guests tend to enjoy traditional cuisine.

Dar Beida which has been all about the ambiances and experience about the food. It does offer different regional taste and culinary traditions. Guest who enjoy the menu which brims over with options. Dar Beida specialize in Moroccan specialties like tajine, and couscous. Guest truly get the cultural experience at Dar Beida

Practical information

Opening hours

Tuesday- Sunday 7pm- 2am

Address : Avenue des Nations Unies, El Jadida 20000, Morocco

8. Snack Amine

It has been popular seafood and fish restaurants in Casablanca. This is the place to try some best affordable fish dishes wit a fast services.

Practical information

Address: Quartier Horloge, 32 Rue Chaouia, Casablanca 20100, Morocco

9. Moumni

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Moumni which has been a Moroccan fast food restaurant that serve all types of dishes.  When you are at Moumni you will be able to satisfy every palette for a fair price with tajines, pastilla, pasta and some barbecue dishes.

 Practical information

Opening Hours Monday- Sunday  11:30am -3am

Address:07 Rue Nil RDC Mers Sultan, Casablanca 20490, 20340 Casablanca, Morocco.

10.La Fibule

La Fibule  which has  boasting a romantic and inviting setting. Its warm, autumnal colors and an elegant interior, La Fibule creates a relaxing and homely environment in which guests can feast on both Moroccan and Lebanese cuisine, complemented by a beautiful and captivating ocean view.

As well as its traditional food and decor, the restaurant sometimes entertains guests with folk music to complete the experience. A perfect place to experience true Moroccan hospitality and cuisine.

 Practical information

Opening Hours Monday- friday 12-11pm, Saturday 10:30am-11pm, Sunday 12-10pm

Address: Ben Omar n 18 Maarif 20330 Casablanca, Morocco