If I could give 10 stars, I would. Service top notch, with every possible attention to detail even including rose water to wash hands... very inexpensive considering that not only food is included in the prefix menu but also a bottle of Moroccan Rose wine (which was surprisungly refreshing and decent). Ambiance is unsurpassed. Pictures are accurate, the riad is very well maintained and appointed. Food is fantastic, perhaps a bit too much, but quality taste and presentation are on the point. As far as difficulty finding it - we didn't have any problems using either Google maps or map me. Yes, the tiny passageways leading towards it are not the cleanest but unsafe they were not. Would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone.

I am absolutely delighted to have discovered this place! The stunning 17th-century Ryad is a true gem. I opted for the petit menu and was pleasantly surprised by the generous portions. Not only was the quantity impressive, but the flavors were simply exquisite. The Moroccan cuisine served here surpassed any I have tried before. The attention to detail and the skillful preparation of the dishes truly made the dining experience memorable. The ambiance of the house added to the overall charm, making it a perfect setting for a delightful meal. I couldn't be happier with my visit and highly recommend this place for anyone seeking an exceptional Moroccan culinary adventure.

A 'must go to' restaurant in Marrakech. Fantastic old environment, which is equalled by the excellent food and service. Excellent value for money - I thought they had omitted the aperitifs and wine from the bill, but was informed that they were included in the price of the food.

Stop reading reviews and just GO! I have never been treated so wonderfully at a restaurant before! And we had an angry, hungry jet lagged toddler with us and they still treated us like royalty! Such friendly staff! And the food was amazing!!! Best food we’ve had in Morocco! We ordered the “Diner Gastronomique” which apparently is supposed to be for one person but I cannot imagine there is a single human being on earth who can finish it alone. Me, my husband and my toddler together could barely finish it! It came with 8 appetizers, 3 main entrees, and 6 desserts and tea! I was a little worried about trying pigeon but it was SO good! The decor is also really cool! The building has existed since the 1550! I’m so in love with this restaurant and can’t wait to go again!

Amazing Restaurant. This Riad is authentic decorated creating a nice atmosphere. Prices are a bit high comparing with other places but the food and service were Top. We were Lucky because there were a celebration with local music! It made our evening very cozy and special. You pay more but you get more. The portions are more than enough! We were surprised of this place

Amazing ambience for a Riad. I would recommend for the interior design, service and food. It's feels like royalty. For 4 people, the petit dinner is enough and it is 350 MD per person The menu is also nice. Wine comes with couscous and pastry, pastilla. They also have vegetarian and pigeon available. Nice mint tea. Great service and very friendly.

I must have missed something during my dining experience here because you’re paying a lot (the most I paid in Morocco for any meal) and you don’t get much in return. Sure, the restaurant is impressive but the dishes took 2 hours to be served, service was slow and the food was not incredible - ie despite getting 8 salads to try, they were all fairly bland. The pastilla was dry and the biscuits served with tea were out of a packet. The saving grace was the meat in the tagine but that was all. There are many other nicer places for a fraction of the price in Marrakech.

First and foremost this isn't a cheap location but the food is delicious, the ambiance is impeccable and the service is fabulous. It was recommended to us by our Riad and expected it to be a tourist spot, but it was authentic and a great evening for me and my wife. I highly recommend going when you're hungry because at 100 kg I wasn't able to finish all the food. Warning, it is a little hard to find down an alley.

Ksar Essaoussan is pure Morocco tradition combined with showmanship since 1992, open daily from 7:30 pm to midnight, except Sundays. Ksar Essaoussan is located in the Medina of Marrakech, near the legendary Jamaa El Fna Square and not easy to find adding to the sense of adventure. I would recommend visitors either rely on a map or call the restaurant once in the vicinity. Upon calling a young man in a red robe came to meet us, leading us down narrow streets to a large metal door. Upon arrival we walked into an 18th century home dominated by a large patio beautifully adorned across three levels, including a top floor terrace providing an eagle eye view of the old town. We were invited to explore the building by the staff before taking our seats. The view from the top level at dusk is breathtaking. Upon return to the main patio we were offered to wash our hands over a large silver bowl before sitting at our table overlooking the main patio. The service is impeccable, warm and friendly with a slight challenge in the communication side for non French speakers. The service adds to the sense of having stepped into one of Marrakesh's hidden gems. The food menu is simple offering a choice of three set menus (varying from 300 MAD to 450 MAD a person) that include a half bottle of wine, beautifully presented salad plates, a choice of couscous (served with beef), pigeon or tangine of the day finishing with a choice of dessert. While the food is well seasoned it is a bit underwhelming with the chicken being dry and the pigeon too sweet. The lack of more choices could be a challenge for some travellers. Ksar Essaoussan offers a beautiful setting with marvelous service and underwhelming food.

Such a surprising, but great experience! You have to knock the door, the waiter is opening and the experience starts. The staff were ultra polite and with perfect manners. The food were delicious and you have a aperitif+a bottle of wine included. The prices are more then fair. Related to the 1* review below: Of course it’s only a course menu, but this you would have known if you would check the menu outside of the door before you enter. It’s worth a visit for sure. Thank you.

Came here on a Friday night and had called in advance to make a reservation for 7:30pm. We were worried that we will not be able to find the place, so we ended up showing up at 7pm and there were able to seat us right away. We were the first people at the restaurant and even went up to the terrace to see the sunset! Around 8pm is when the restaurant was almost full. I am not sure if you could just walk in without a reservation, I’d highly recommend calling in advance. Also, super random, but I thought the terrace during sunset is perfect for a proposal, so if you are looking for a cool spot to propose this restaurant may be it!! 😄

Where to begin with Ksar Essaoussan...I suppose from the start. I came across this establishment on wanderlog, a website that seemingly compliles its lists of best restaurants from blogs and other travel sites. The location on google maps was accurate, but the entrance itself was only discovered after exploring a brief series of dark alleys and assessing a number of nondescript doorways. We eventually found the correct door thanks to a small plaque bearing the restuarant's name. We knocked and a tall gentleman wearing a djellaba opened the door and revealed a dimly lit interior. He bent under the low doorway and greeted us with a smile. Upon entering, I noticed that the narrow hallway was solely candlelit. It then opened out into the dining area, which was situated in a courtyard. It was nicely decorated and the waiters were dressed in traditional uniforms...and now im getting bored of writing this review, so ill cut to the chase. The ambience was great, the waiters well drilled (it felt like we were being served by butlers in someones house). The first course was a 'Moroccan salad', which was like a decontructed salad with individual vegetables on their own plates upon a tiered tray. The veg appeared to have been pickled slightly and seasoned. It was fun to eat, and one or two of the plates were quite delicious, but i wouldnt say amazing. I had the couscous with beef and veg for mains. I would probably say it was the best couscous ive had on the trip, but not by a long way. The chicken tagine was okay, but a bit salty. Dessert was fine. The pastille was nice and though the orange salad was just orange and cinnamon, it was all i needed after a large main. Overall, i thoroughly enjoyed the evening. I would say it is worth it for the experience (the service, the context and design of it all) than the food. The price was high for marrakech, but its on the website so no surprises there. If you want somewhere nice to relax one evening and fill your belly, and dont mind the cost then i would highly recommend this establishment.

I really would like to leave a good review but its hard, because this whole restaurant feels like a tourist trap even as an arabic speaker, the only reason Im giving 2 stars is cause the decoration was obviously nice and the waiter felt bad and tried his best. The prices are so high, and I dont mind paying a lot for good food but the food was just okay, the beef was inedible it was so oily and fatty. Was very disappointed after having such high expectations, found better food in the more local areas of course.

Overall 3 stars: plus for atmosphere and waiters doing their best, minus for food quality and presentation. Really memorable place but can’t shake off the feeling of a tourist trap (A) Atmosphere - it’s an old riad with 3 stores and with a view on the main mosque and a lot of objects which seem dated (B) waiters - doing really their best and trying to be nice and not oversell staff (C) food quality- maybe we were unlucky here but we had a multi courses menu starting with some fried staff, having then a staffed bread like dish with seafood and glass noodles inside. Then some staffed pigeons and fruit salad.Overall okay but compared to any place a disappointment. (D) presentation - you get your food and no word about it - some explanation and a story would do good especially when most of the time the waiters are unoccupied

If it's not our local friends invited us over, we don't even know such amazing place. Ksar Essaoussan Restaurant offers traditional Moroccan cuisine in a unique and beautiful setting. The restaurant is located within a restored kasbah, features stunning architectural details. We get to enjoy a range of dishes inspired by traditional Moroccan flavors and cooking techniques, including tagines, couscous, and grilled meats. (Lamb is superb.) The restaurant also offers a range of vegetarian options and a selection of refreshing mint teas. Overall, Ksar Essaoussan Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the best of Moroccan cuisine in a truly special setting.

We love this place! We've been back twice. It's a nice long elegant meal with a cocktail to start and wine all as part of a set menu.

Beautiful place with a lot of original features. Tucked away in a small street of the Medina. There is only a set menu but reasonably priced and that includes a 3 courses meal, an aperitif, wine and soft drinks. So it ended up being a nice surprise. The food is tasty and the service excellent. We were invited to look around the place after our meal. The first floor and the roof terrace are worth a visit. Overall, a very pleasant inviting with visiting members of the family who didn't know Marrakech very well. A great introduction to Moroccan hospitality. Thank you.

Interesting restaurant rather well hidden in a riad behind a few turns through mini alleys. I liked the food and attentive service, though some of it seemed like a choreographed show. The only options are set menus with 1-3 main courses with 3 options to choose from. For Marrakech it's more on the expensive side but drinks (also aperitif and wine) are included. For me, the highlight was the (hidden) place itself though, especially since we went early enough for there to be no lights leading up to the rather hidden restaurant and had a tiny adventure getting to the rather subtly marked entrance. If you go with 3 people, I'd recommend taking 3 petit diners with each choosing one of the three options, so you get a taste of everything.

A gem in the middle of a very modest neighborhood. We almost couldn't find the place but when we arrived inside it was pure amazement. From the highly trained staff to the traditional and local taste...first restaurant in Marrakesh to give such good vibes. We were even lucky to have a musician all night in front of us The menu is limited and not cheap, but it's really worth a try!

As a restaurant, this place is a total disaster. As a parody, it is quite successful. It all starts with the parody of washing your hands. Waiters pour you some rose-flavored water for few seconds as if it would clean your hands. Then comes the parody of eating. We are asked whether we want to visit the house the restaurant is in. We are here to eat, my friends, not to visit (an average ksar for anyone who has been outside Marrakech). Follows the parody of the wine. We order the Medaillon blanc (most expensive bottle on the wine list). The bottle comes with the seal already open and the bottle hot. White wine at room temperature when it is 30 celsius or more outside is not going to make it. (It seems that the restaurant itself recognizes the parody of the wine since they did not charge us for the replacement wine we chose which was as acidic as vinegar and barely cold.) Then it is time of the parody of the assortiment de salades marocaines. You face two scaffoldings of small plates, six in total. You, however, do not have six salads, but three. Indeed, three of the plates are seasoned with the same mix (lemon, olive oil, and a bit of parsley) and two others are basically tomato sauce. In the meantime, as we are trying not to laugh (or cry or crying because of laughing) at this parody, the owner is holding court in the middle of the restaurant, not daring to come our side to salute us. Anyway, let us return to the parody. The most incredible parody is the parody of the bread. In Marocco, most food is eaten by locals with their hands using bread to pick up the food. Quite rightly so as the Maroccan bread is often delicious. We dared to ask our waiters for some bread. The waiter comes with a basket with four pieces of bread in it. You would think the basket is for the table. No, no, fool you are. You need to pick one tiny little slice of (bad) bread for the whole meal. It is the time of the parody of couscous. We were not in the kitchen, but to us, it seemed like instant couscous with over-cooked vegetable. We probably make better couscous at home, so are you. By now, we believe you got the gist. We had the parody of dessert (barely peeled, thickly sliced oranges, tortilla chips with some cream, or so it seemed) and to conclude the whole affair, the parody of mint tea, with no mint and no tea. We hope that the owner will spare us the parody of caring by answering to this review. Avoid at all cost.

The food here is just... boring. It tastes half as good as other restaurants we tried and is thrice more expensive. We got the menu with appertisers, main courses and desserts. If you want good food, I would suggest you go somewhere else. But you like the atmosphere and fancy dining vibe regardless of the food, you may like this place. It's more like a touristic site, rather than a restaurant. Should have given 2 stars, but as the staff were very friendly, one more star added :)

Great ambience and hospitality. Not many food options to choose from.

A peaceful place that offers tasty food 🌹

Very good service. Very beautiful ambience. But the food was simply not good. The taste was too simple. Literally cut vegetables in olive oil soaked with a pinch of paprika, or vegetables blended down to paste and sugared to death. Almost disgusting to eat. All the dishes taste almost the same, in a similar cooking style. Honestly, not worth the money. My husband's lamb tagine was literally 30% bone, 50% fat and 20% meat. Dar Charifa was an equally nice ambience, good food, great service, half price. Fanaque berbere was literally the best Tagines we had. Taster lunch menu -- Le Tanjia was the best food we had in Morocco.

This is the best place to start your visit in Marrakech. The course meal is an inviting way to experience local culture. We started with nuts, olives, arrangement of six salads, main, dessert and tea & cookies. Did I forget to mention it comes with a bottle of wine too! All for under €60. The place is in a traditional Riad home. It’s peaceful and a nice break from the chaos of the souk. I cannot say enough good thinks about this place. The staff is warm and hospitable and accepted me and my sister as their last table on a cold day. I was so grateful for the warm meal, welcoming service and genuine conversation. This might be my favorite restaurant in old Medina. Highly recommend!

Sadly i cannot recommend this restaurant. The food quality did not match the price. Service was very welcoming and friendly. The Ksar is very beautiful, we were also able to have a look at the rooftop.

Verrrry tasty morrocan salads, couscous with beef had very little meat. They have complete menus starting from 350 MAD which include salads, main course and dessert.

It is the best place in Marrakech ❤️‍🔥 Lunch here has made our day: warm welcoming, delicious dishes and old faction atmosphere.

The best experience in Marakesh. The prices are excellent for value, service is just perfect, grey wine is something you should not miss. Portions are very generous. Many many thanks!

Nice place and atmosphere. But the portions was way to big. So over half the food was not eaten, which was a shame. Taste wise I expected more.

My boyfriend and I hesitated about this place because of a recent 1 star review (the very long and dramatic one). We were both very glad we chose to ignore it and give this place a chance. I advise you to do the same, we had a really unique experience. The service was impeccable. Salads were a bit hit and miss, some very good, others not great, but the main dishes we absolutely loved, my boyfriend got the couscous and I got the chicken tagine. SO good. Aside from the couple of salads that we didn’t like and the aperitifs that should come with ice but didn’t (gin tonic for example) we were very happy with the rest! Also the tea was great. The atmosphere is so unique. I recommend you give this place a try.

Top traditional restaurant (or at least it looks like traditional for tourists like me), large portions and good food. We are relatively big eaters and we had more than enough food with the small menu. The decor is also stunning! If you get the chance go have a look at the city from their rooftop

Good price for a lot : entrance, dish, desert and tea, soft drinks, appetitive and one bottle of wine included for 35€/p. But not so tasty. Morroco has more flavours and can make you travel more. Good atmosphere and patron very kind. Nice environnement, not easy to find and Google map is not giving the right location. But just ask you way and people are friendly enough to show or tell you.

This is a beautiful restaurant with the most wonderful and attentive staff. The set choice menu's are great with wines, waters and aperitifs that complement the food brilliantly. The portion sizes are quite large, between my girlfriend and myself the Petit Dinner was more than we could handle but the staff where more than happy to wrap up a box to takeaway. I could not recommended this place enough.

Beautiful restaurant, excellent staff. Good food!

It's everything you'd ask for on a night out in Marrakech, the perfect ambiance in a 600 year old building down ancient alleys, the wonderfully tasty food and excellent pricing. Service was impeccable also the place itself

Excellent food, characterful restaurant/house, good price, lovely staff. Note the portions are HUGE - it is worth skipping lunch if you’re dining here.

Amazing authentic Moroccan cuisine experience. Lovely and friendly hospitality. We happened to be on our own, so felt like a very special personalised treat. The place is wonderful, ambience, architecture and of course food was very authentic. It’s a family run business so they tried to make us happy in any possible way. Loved me and my wife and would definitely recommend.

Not normally one to write reviews, but this restaurant and service warranted one. Granted we had the whole place to ourselves, but the food, service and generosity of the people who worked there made for special evening for my girlfriend and myself. Can’t help but recommend this place. Close to 5 courses, a bottle of wine, water and tea to finish off, all for a very reasonable price. Fully worthy of 5 Stars.