4 essential yet very different experiences, restaurants & food in Fez, Morocco. Try it all from dining in a garden oasis to a guesthouse, private cooking classes and exotic camel burgers.
Pat and I looked down a dark and narrow alleyway, deep in the outskirts of the Fez Medina, and questioned whether our restaurant could possibly be located in this desolate street. After speaking to a few locals, we were instructed that in fact yes, this is where the restaurant is located. This became a common theme throughout Morocco. The best restaurants & food in Fez, Morocco are always located in the most ominous of alleys that turn into the the most beautiful palaces and Riads. Truly unexpected. What was unexpected was also how to this day I believe that Moroccan food is some of the best food I have ever had in my life in terms of quality, quantity, taste, and cost. I want to share just some of the best restaurants & food in Fez, Morocco that made my experience so memorable.
1. Fez Café
You should eat here if: You’re looking for an affordable meal within a garden oasis on the outskirts of the Fez Medina
Must-Try: Filet de Boeuf
A tranquil oasis nestled in a Pasha’s old palace with an Andalusian-inspired garden. European and Moroccan fusion food with a twist, Fez Café is one of Fez’s more modern takes on Moroccan cuisine. We sit down outside on the outskirts of the garden and order a glass of their house wine from it’s neighboring town of Meknes known for its vineyards and dry climate. The menu here changes everyday based on what locally sourced ingredients are available each day. Patrick and I proceed to order the Charlotte Asperges with Cucumber Hummus and a dash of Balsamic Vinegar as a starter and the Filet de Boeuf with mixed vegetables and what an amazing choice it was.
Location: Le Jardin des Biehn – Fez Café Restaurant, 13 Akbat Sbaa, Douh
Hours: Lunch 12pm to 15pm, Diner 7:30pm to 10pm and closed every Thursday
Price: $20 each for starter, main, bread and wine
2. Dar Roumana
You should eat here if: Your in the mood for one of the best restaurants & food in Fez, Morocco according to Michelin-starred chefs and celebs
Must-Try: Rabbit and potato puree and freshly made in-house Almond lemon cake with lemon sorbet
Intimate, Michelin-worthy, traditional with a gourmet twist, and a beautiful setting make Dar Roumana a must-try for any visitor in Fès. We highly recommend making a reservation before 2PM due to the limited number of tables available. This was one of the best meals Pat and I had during our 10 days in Morocco. Dar Roumana, which means House of Pomegranate, is a restored traditional Fassi guesthouse. The Dar Roumana cuisine was made known among foodies by the renowned French Chef Vincent, a chef who has worked in several Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK, worked for legendary Chef’s in Australia, and catered to celebs on their yachts in the Caribbean and Mediterranean. Even one of my personal favorite celebs Jeremy Clarkson is a huge fan of Chef Vincent’s cuisine! Today, the kitchen is led by Chef Younes Idriss who worked alongside Chef Vincent for 7 years. Chef Younes continues to expound on Chef Vincents menu and style of service, with its reasonable prices (after all, we are in Morocco, and a little money can go a long way here!)
Location: 30 Derb El Amer, Zkak Roumane, Fez Medina 30110
Hours: Open Tuesday through Sunday from 7pm (last orders 9:30pm)
Price: $35 for a 3-course meal and $27 for a 2-course meal
3. Private Cooking Class at Riad Anata
Private Culinary Class with Mina at Riad Anata
You should eat here if: Not only will you get to experience a local part of the Moroccan culture first hand, but you will also learn how to make a traditional meal to bring back home to your friends and family from a local whose been using technique handed down by her own ancestors
When in the culinary hotbed of Morocco–Fès–one can’t help, but indulge in a private culinary class. We spent 3 hours on a Sunday in Fès learning all the ins and outs of traditional Moroccan cuisine with Mina from Riad Anata. Mina, whose lived in and around Fez, knew all the ins and outs of the Medina, where to find the freshest ingredients, and taught us how to cook not one but TWO local dishes. The service includes learning how to make Moroccan local cuisine, Tajine as your main course meal, and appetizers, but as we were cooking…one thing led to another…and Mina ended up being so kind as to teach us our favorite breakfast bread she served us the mornings prior. If you want to truly immerse yourself in the culture and culinary world of Fez, I highly recommend you take this private culinary class. After an intensive morning cooking, we would enjoy the fruits of your own labor for dinner!
Continue reading my full culinary class review at Riad Anata >>
Location: Riad Anata, Derb El-Hamia, Fes 30200
Hours: 10AM – 3PM everyday
Price: 80 euros per person
4. Café Clock
You should eat here if: Test your palette with some exotic food only available in Morocco
Must-Try: Camel Burger
This place isn’t so much “a hidden gem” in Morocco as it is a wide known staple and must-visit dining destination for their famous Camel burger. To be honest? Camel tastes like a very thick and condensed, chewy sausage. Their fries were quite amazing too. I personally prefer the old school American burger, but when in Fès if you are looking for a change up and hip cool and locale, I highly recommend Café Clock.
Location: 7 Derb El Magana, 30000 Fez
Hours: 9AM – 10:30PM everyday
Price: $10 for a burger
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