10 Best Non Touristy Restaurants in Casablanca

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10 Best Non Touristy Restaurants in Casablanca

Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco with a population of about 4.2 million. Situated along the shores of the Atlantic, it is one of the largest ports in all of Africa. The city is a buzz of economic activity, being Morocco’s commercial capital.

One thing you’ll notice as soon as you land there is the diversity of cultures that make up the city’s population.

Talk about dressing, and different languages spoken in the streets; the cultural mixture is largely evident in cuisine as well.

Eateries serve a variety of cuisine from across the world. If you’d like Moroccan, French, Mediterranean, European, Italian, or Swahili, there is always a great restaurant across the street serving exactly that and more.

It is not uncommon that tourists on all sorts of trips flock to Casablanca all year, so if you’re looking for a local or less touristy place to grab a meal, here are the best 10 non-touristy restaurants in Casablanca.

1. Saveurs Du Palais

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If you’re looking for a traditional Moroccan meal in a warm cozy environment, then this is your spot. It has an overall rating of 4.0 on Tripadvisor.

Saveurs Du Palais offers an array of strictly Moroccan dishes in their full flavor. They have specialty dishes, mostly prepared in Moroccan homes and rare to find on most restaurants’ menus.

10 Best Traditional Morrocan Restaurants in Casablanca

Enjoy your vegetable couscous, tajine, shawarma, seafood, or pigeon pastillas in a typical Moroccan home kitchen. Takeaways and delivery are usually available.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 11.00 AM TO 7.30 PM

ADDRESS: 28 RUE JALAL EDDINE SAYOUTI, CASABLANCA 20250, MOROCCO

TEL: +212 5229-42772

2. Maison Amande & Miel

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Fairly popular with the locals, and you hardly go wrong with a locals’ favorite! Maison Amande et Miel is known for its catering operation. It also runs a café restaurant.

You can enjoy your sit-down meal on the beautiful golden-colored chairs or have your takeaway on the go.

Savor nicely prepared briouats (fillings stuffed pastry), burgers, pizza, or Moroccan tajines with a cold coke or hot mint tea. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 7.00 AM TO 10.00 PM

ADDRESS: RUE D’LFRANE, CASABLANCA 20120, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 05223-91339

3. Boccaccio

This is a beautifully decorated Italian restaurant in Casablanca. If you want some fresh Italian pasta and great wine, make your way here.

Perhaps the first thing you notice as soon as you enter is the interesting décor. The ceiling is adorned with hundreds if not thousands of light bulbs!

Ask for their popular specialty dish, the white creamed Truffle Pizza. Client reviews suggest you’ll love it! The wine collection includes Moroccan and Italian brands.

There are vegan meal options as well. There is a wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 12.00 PM TO 1.00 AM

ADDRESS: 6 RUE AHMED EL MOKRI, CASABLANCA 20250, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 5223-9844

4. Brasserie La Bavaroise

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The name translates to the Bavarian brewery but this French restaurant has absolutely nothing to do with beer. It’s all about meat! Rib steak, oyster, lamb, seafood, name it!

The meat dishes are quite professionally prepared to give the customers great flavor and experience.

La Bavaroise is located down the street behind Marche Centrale. The setting may appear a bit formal, thus business dinners and people in suits are not uncommon.

It is still a great vibe though. Wash down the beef with French or Moroccan wine. There is outdoor seating too.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 7.30 PM TO 11 PM, 12.00 PM TO 3.00 PM, CLOSED ON SUNDAYS

ADDRESS: RUE NICHAKRA RAHAL, CASABLANCA 20250, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 5223- 11760

5. Organic Kitchen

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For lovers of fresh organic dishes, this is your go-to spot in Casablanca. As the name suggests, this restaurant mainly specializes in organic treats.

There is a variety of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan meals to choose from, including vegan cheesecake, salads, smoothies, carrot cake, fresh juice, and tartines.

Customers preferring a non-vegan diet are also catered for as the menu is diverse. The place is pretty spacious and the décor splendid. Takeaways are available.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 10.00 AM TO 10:30 PM MONDAY TO THURSDAY

ADDRESS: 6-8 RUE AHMED EL MOKRI, CASABLANCA 20000, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 5229-43775

HEALTH SAFETY MEASURES: TEMPERATURE CHECKS, STAFF WEAR MASKS

6. Le Bistrot Chic

Located near Boulevard Zerktouni, this fairly fancy restaurant is ideal for family or business dinners, or just a chilled hangout with friends.

Le Bistrot Chic serves a diverse menu ranging from French and Spanish tapas to Mediterranean cuisine.

Its wine bar prides itself on excellent wines as well as a cheese board. Menus for both lunch and dinner are reasonably priced but you can always go for a higher-priced meal if you’re willing to break the bank. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 12.00 PM TO 11.00 PM CLOSED ON SUNDAYS

ADDRESS: RUE TAHA HUSSEIN, CASABLANCA 20000, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 5222-97878

7. Zayna Moroccan taste

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You can hardly ever have enough Moroccan delicacies in Casablanca and this  restaurant is proof. Located near the open Quartier Habus market, be sure to enjoy fresh and tasty Moroccan ingredients.

The meals are mainly Moroccan and the popular ones include the royal couscous (a Maghrebi dish made of rolled wheat granules and often served with stew), beef tajine, and Moroccan mint tea. There is live music too! Takeaway and delivery are available.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 9.00 AM TO 10.30 PM

ADDRESS: 44 RUE IBNOU KHALDOUN, CASABLANCA 20000, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 5225-42596

8. Le Cuistot Traditionnel

As the name suggests, this restaurant takes traditional Moroccan delicacies to a whole new level. Talk about tenderly cooked lamb, chicken tagine pastilla, couscous, Moroccan salads, and mint tea, the food is amazing.

The walls are adorned with photos that are part of the Moroccan heritage. Takeaways are available.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 9.00 AM TO 11 P CLOSED ON SUNDAYS

ADDRESS: 3 RUE ABDERRAHMAN SAHRAOUI, CASABLANCA 20320, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 5222-73911

9. Assaada

Outdoor seating at a restaurant by Abhinav Bhardwaj- Unsplash

This restaurant not only serves tasty Moroccan food but also offers a variety of dining areas including an alfresco (outdoor area) and the rooftop.

Savor the town’s splendid views from upstairs as you dig in the Kefta tagine or chicken pastilla. The menu is diverse but mostly features Moroccan delicacies.

Starters include French fries, Moroccan soup, and an omelet with cheese. You can have any kind of couscous including vegetable, beef or chicken couscous. Great prices.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 10.00 AM TO 11.30 PM

ADDRESS: RUE ABI KHANCHA, CHEFCHAOUEN, MOROCCO

TELEPHONE: +212 619-569778

10. Etoile du Maroc

It is located just a few minutes away from the city center. The antique décor is simply mesmerizing. Beautiful traditional patterns adorn the wall, and the atmosphere is less busy and easy.

The restaurant serves an array of dishes, including Moroccan, French, and English meals. The couscous tafya and Moroccan mint tea top the menu. You can have grilled meat with rice as well.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: 11.30 AM TO 11.00 PM

ADDRESS: 107 RUE ALLAL BEN ABDELLAH, CASABLANCA 20000, MOROCCO

HEALTH AND SAFETY: STAFF WEAR MASKS, TEMPERATURE CHECKS

TELEPHONE: + 212 527-018625