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It shouldn’t come as a surprise that this classy Mediterranean restaurant at the base of the Cesar Hotel specialises in seafood. In view of Plage Malabata, chow down on grilled fish and exquisite paella. Live music on the weekend.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Tangier attractions

1. Tangier Beach

1.07 MILES

The wide city beach is well maintained and a fresh corniche (beachfront road) works well for a seaside stroll, with parks, playgrounds and fancy glass…

2. Tanja Marina Bay

1.36 MILES

King Mohammed VI's multibillion-dirham plan to reinvigorate Tangier's port is well under way, and his shiny new marina with space for 800 boats is…

3. Grande Mosquée

1.85 MILES

From the Petit Socco in the medina, the route leading towards the sea leads east past this grand green-shingled mosque, which at one time housed a…

4. Tangier American Legation Museum

1.89 MILES

This museum, in an elegant five-storey mansion, is a must-see: Morocco was the first country to recognise the United States by opening its ports to the…

5. Terrasse des Paresseux

1.9 MILES

The aptly named 'Idlers’ Terrace' provides sweeping views of the port, Spain and, on a really clear day, Gibraltar. A set of ancient cannons faces the bay…

6. Petit Socco

1.91 MILES

This was once the most notorious crossroads of Tangier, the site of drug deals and all forms of prostitution. Today the facades are freshly painted,…

7. Galerie Conil

1.93 MILES

Galerie Conil has three locations in the medina close to Petit Socco and one in Ville Nouvelle, showcasing artwork predominantly by local mixed-media…

8. Nahon Synagogue

1.94 MILES

Tangier once had 17 synagogues and 27,000 Jewish residents. That number has dwindled and the only synagogue open to the public is Nahon – but it's a…