Must-see restaurants in Ouarzazate

  • Douyria

    Ouarzazate

    One of the best eateries in town, Douyria wows diners with its rooftop terrace (though without kasbah views), candlelit tables and cushion-lined nooks…

  • La Kasbah des Sables

    Ouarzazate

    Conceived by owner Brigitte Babolat, this Moorish fantasy palace – a medley of cosy lounges and nooks arranged around a series of patios – took three…

  • Relais Saint Exupéry

    Ouarzazate

    The Relais serves creative dishes featuring local ingredients such as Talouine saffron and Saharan salt. Try flaky bastilla (savoury pie) of fish, or…

  • Jardin des Arômes

    Ouarzazate

    Step off busy Ave Mohammed V and climb the steps up to this peaceful garden, with white leather chairs, thick curtains and a tent-like interior…

  • Chez Dimitri

    Ouarzazate

    This spot has been around since 1928, when Chez Dimitri played a pivotal role as petrol station, transport hub, restaurant and even dance hall in the…

  • Habous

    Ouarzazate

    Overlooking the lively square at the epicentre of Ouarzazate, Habous is the most popular place in town. It has a patisserie, cafe and restaurant, with…

  • Accord Majeur

    Ouarzazate

    After a week of desert dining, you may find yourself sleepwalking to this French bistro opposite the Berbère Palace. Here, in cosy nooks lit by a mellow,…

  • Restaurant du Goût Chinois

    Ouarzazate

    If you're looking for something completely different after too many days in the desert, a Hunanese owner and chef here ensures that you get an authentic …

  • Patisserie de Habous

    Ouarzazate

    On balmy evenings, all strolls lead here for French éclairs, croissants and Moroccan pastries. In the morning, grab a seat on the terrace for coffee and…

  • Restaurant 3 Thés

    Ouarzazate

    The wrought-iron sidewalk seating and cosy interiors say Paris cafe, but the menu says cheeseburgers and tasty vegetarian or meaty tajines with figs,…

  • Chez Nabil

    Ouarzazate

    With its red-and-white-checked tablecloths, Chez Nabil is a local favourite. Choose between quick and easy burgers, chicken skewers and merguez (spicy…

  • Il Postino

    Ouarzazate

    Tasty pizzas (of varying authenticity) make this place popular among a young local crowd, and in the evening tables spill out onto the sidewalks on both…

  • Central Souq

    Ouarzazate

    Fresh cheese, meat and vegetables can be found at the daily central souq. Operations tend to wind down from mid-afternoon, so it's better to go early.

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