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Cafe Árabe

Restaurant Bar Italian restaurant Lounge Moroccan restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Bars in arrondissement de Marrakech-Medina مراكش المدينة


Address

184 Rue Mouassine, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco

Website

www.cafearabe.com

Contact

+212 5244-29728

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (3.1K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 12 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 12 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (24) good (22) terrace (16) Marrakech (13) rooftop (13) service (13) nice (12) restaurant (11) staff (11) Italian (10)
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  • 5/5 yunus emre d. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good place for lunch or dinner. We stopped for relaxing while walking around the big Marrakech bazaar. It was really nice sitting on the terrace that has very good view. Staff was friendly and kind. I have to say that I think toilets were the cleanest toilets in the Marrakech that smells bleach feels very good for me. Definitely recommended.
    14 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 faz 4 months ago on Google • 254 reviews
    The tagliatelle bolognaise was good and so was the mint tea. The mojito was okay but as you can see in the picture it was filled with lemon/lime slices and ice. The tiramisu wasn’t great and the rigatoni with 4 cheese was absolutely horrible! Service was good, we went around 10:30pm and their kitchen closes at 11pm

  • 5/5 Marcus 6 months ago on Google • 226 reviews
    Situated opposite the Secret Garden, you'll find this rooftop bar with a 360 view of Marrakech. Good food, alcohol served too and highly recommend the tea. Service was good, Food was good and Atmosphere was lively. I didn't book but they had space, when I left it was very busy.

  • 5/5 Jack Dunn - JD W. 3 months ago on Google • 176 reviews New
    I arrived a little early for the entrance to the Secret Garden in Marrakech so I decided to have some breakfast here! Nice simple breakfast choices and I had the continental selection which included freshly squeezed juice, choice of a hot drink, a selection of pastries , fresh fruit salad and yoghurt! Served in the roof terrace restaurant. Very good value!

  • 5/5 Elien S. 1 year ago on Google
    Our favourite place to have a drink and a meal in Marrakech. The cocktails are great and also the food is good, both the Italian and the traditional dishes. It might take a while before they give you their food or drinks menu. I suggest just to wave for their attention. Other than that, amazing place, would recommend.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Louis P. 7 months ago on Google • 78 reviews
    A stylish, elegant and upmarket restaurant with a super rooftop terrace overlooking Marrakech. An ideal place for watching the sun set with a wide selection of drinks, including wines and beers. The Menu offers Italian and Moroccan options. We had tagines, the food was great. The staff are attentive and with typical Moroccan friendliness.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jordan B. 4 months ago on Google • 98 reviews
    Nice atmosphere in the evening on the terrace. Decent music but not overbearing. Staff very attentive and fun. Professional with an air of joviality and playfulness. Tagine was great. Lemon chicken was spot on. May go back even despite being here a few days.

  • 5/5 Klemet- Gustav T. 1 year ago on Google
    A rooftop restaurant with great music and atmosphere. A very nice place for having breakfast. We had the Arabe breakfast which was 100MAD but was very rich in different foods. The quantity was very nice and taste was also great. Coffee here was also much better than usually in Morocco. Service was polite and on-point. Would definitely recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sarah B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful location, great rooftop terrace and attentive staff. We had the eggplant parmesiana and ravioli… both very quite good, albeit a bit oily. Drinks were a hit or miss, prices were on the higher end as to be expected. We’d definitely come back for the relaxed vibe if we’re in the area, it’s a safe option!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tagrid Y. 2 years ago on Google
    We had our 35 anniversary and enjoyed a great evening at the Cafe Arabe. Thank you so much for the wonderful dinner and the special peace of cake. You were great.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tom A. 2 years ago on Google
    Dropped by for drinks and lunch after Le Jardin Secret. Great vibes, great food, and tons of cocktail options. Definitely go to the terrace.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Berd S. 4 months ago on Google • 67 reviews
    Good place, amazing view with sunset. You can also make reservations with seat requirements. And made some nice friends as well.

  • 5/5 Robin B. 2 years ago on Google
    Multilingual staff make you feel very cared for. Menu is a collaboration between an Italian and Moroccan chef. Beer, wine, and cocktails are also available. The lamb couscous with vegetables was divine, and the ricotta and spinach stuffed cannelloni pasta was luscious. Sophisticated decor and beautiful views of Marrakech. Makes a lovely destination for watching the sunset.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dirk S. 10 months ago on Google
    Hier herrscht trotz stilvollem Ambiente eher lockere und einfachere Atmosphäre . Das Restaurant gehört anscheinend zu dem 100 besten in Marokko. Das Le Foundouk z. B. mit ähnlicher Karte und ähnlichem Anspruch ist hingegen deutlich näher am Fine Dining. Natürlich kann man hier auch gut essen und die zwei Dachterrassen bieten schöne Aussicht.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fawaz A. 1 year ago on Google
    It's in the middle of the old Souk, so that's already a nice feature! It's located in a renovated traditional Moroccan building and the setup is amazing. The food was delicious specially the Tajin. They provide a menu with variety of options. Would appreciate if the service was a bit faster, but waiting for the delicious food is worth it. Higly recommend 👌🏻
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phil L. 1 year ago on Google
    Atmospheric restaurant through a combination of decor, rooftop eating & lighting. I arrived on spec at 6pm and was glad I did, as soon afterwards new arrivals were informed that they could only have a drink as fully booked. Bottle of Casablanca beer £4.50, tequila sunrise £7.50 soup of the day £6 & main meal spaghetti carbonara £10. Good friendly service, well worth a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sarah S. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely reprieve from the frenetic pace of the Medina and jemaa Al-fna. Rooftop terrace is well worth it, and the drinks and food are refreshing. We had a mid-afternoon snack of the veggie spring rolls and cheese spring rolls (decidedly not like other Arabic fried cheese I’ve had - these were more akin to crab Rangoon in the US). Cocktails are small but well made - I had a gin basil smash (more lemon-y than ones I enjoyed in Lebanon, but still very tasty. Enjoyed our experience in the ambiance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christine C. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place! Amazing food, amazing views, delicious wine! Right in the heart of the Medina. This was the only place during our visit that we came to twice!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Colin H. 2 years ago on Google
    Lasagna was really nice, but the cheesecake was from a supermarket. Overall it was OK but so many better places to eat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gina S. 2 years ago on Google
    I loved to visit this place during my time in Marrakech. The food is delicious and the staff gives their very best to offer a good hospitality and experience. You taste the Arabian World with a little extra. I recommend this place. تقديري وشكري الخاص للطعام الرائع والضيافة والخبرة
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karen E. 2 years ago on Google
    We had milanese and pasta. Food was great. Service was good even though they were really busy. Nice atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lyd T. 3 months ago on Google • 48 reviews New
    The view was amazing. And our male host was super friendly! 5 star well deserved! We were there for drinks and good food!

  • 5/5 HollyBollyWolly25 2 months ago on Google • 29 reviews New
    Gorgeous rooftop restaurant right across from secret garden. Beautiful sunset views, great playlist and relaxed atmosphere. We had Italian food both times as were just craving something familiar. Bottle of very pleasant Sauvignon Blanc approx €18 which was reasonable. Beautiful decor and bathrooms. Wish I could come here again and again

  • 5/5 Alice B. 5 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Super place for mint tea and coffee (and very reasonably priced). The mint tea came with a plate of biscuits. We went at 11am and just sat and had a drink. We weren't rushed and enjoyed being able to sit down for a slow drink. You can just about see the tops of the trees in the Jardin Secret.

  • 3/5 H L. 9 months ago on Google
    Tourist trapper. Not impressed by the food; we ordered the eggplant parmigiana and the ravioli. During summer no much breeze and no AC. The area is super cute though.

  • 5/5 Justin P. 7 months ago on Google
    Beautiful sunset views, great atmosphere and helpful knowledgeable staff. Menu is has great variety and good gluten free options, however they are not marked but if you ask the staff they can help navigate it with you.

  • 5/5 Heather B. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a wonderful meal here one afternoon! It was raining and windy so we chose to sit inside rather than on the terrace …but the terrace looked amazing! The waiter made suggestions and we each got a different tagine and I got the taginia….a lot of meat, but flavored very well! I would have liked some vegetables with it! I would highly recommend! We all enjoyed our meals here!

  • 5/5 Tim L. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice rooftop ambiance, very obliging staff, good range of drinks.

  • 5/5 Michael A. 6 months ago on Google
    I thought this place was great. Had dinner in the rooftop area. It was busy but service was good. Food was not rushed out and was very tasty. There is a good selection of local and international dishes. We didn’t have a reservation but that is probably worth doing since it’s busy.

  • 5/5 Pablo O. 2 years ago on Google
    Great location, great views, great food. But even better the smile and the service provided by Nordine

  • 4/5 Asad C. 3 years ago on Google
    A great place to come with friends. Service staff are polite and friendly, and service is quick, especially if its not busy. As expected, its a little on the pricey side.

  • 3/5 H R. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful and big place to sit in. They serve variety of cocktails. We ordered pizza which was good. Some of the staff are exceptionally friendly and nice and some are juts ok.

  • 5/5 Daniel R. 5 months ago on Google
    Stunning terrace views and very friendly service! One of very few places that have license to sell alcohol in Marrakesh and free Wi-Fi. Recommend to visit the secret garden that is next door !

  • 4/5 Kerrie W. 4 months ago on Google
    Nice food and cocktails, great ambience, slightly expensive! Service was okay. Serves both Moroccan and Italian food.

  • 5/5 GI J. 2 years ago on Google
    Sit on the rooftop terrace, take in the sunset, and enjoy a delicious meal of either Italian or Moroccan cuisine. They serve alcohol or fresh, tasty juices, if you would like. Service was attentive and prompt. The pasta plates were large portions and the bruschetta was worth ordering. We saw many a pastilla go past our table and they also looked quite delicious.

  • 4/5 Stuart P. 4 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Had sundowners on the rooftop. Nice atmosphere, popular place. Great for sunset. Cocktail list is extensive so they’re not the best. Ordered the prawn and vermicelli briouatte, they were nice!

  • 5/5 jean s. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect service, perfect food, reasonable prices. Very peaceful ambiance. Yaya is the best waiter in town ;)

  • 4/5 Takayuki S. 2 years ago on Google
    A restaurant in the labyrinth of Marrakech. I used it on the rooftop in the daytime. You can have alcohol, tea and meals. From the rooftop, you can see the cityscape of Marrakech Labyrinth from a bird's-eye view, which is fun. Enjoy the Arab world.

  • 5/5 Neli T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to grab lunch or dinner or dessert. It says Italian if you are in a mood for Italian but they also have good traditional Moroccon food. The Moroccon salad was great so was the soup. Also this place has a licence and sells alcohol as many places in Marrakech do not.

  • 3/5 James A. 9 months ago on Google
    Relatively fine menu - varied but not especially remarkable in quality. Quite expensive for what it is. Extensive wine and spirits list, but you will certainly pay a lot for it.

  • 5/5 Tim L. 11 months ago on Google
    Can't fault this excellent restaurant. The staff are attentive and professional, the food selection and quality is great. Try and book the terrace, to get the most of the visit. We liked it so much we visited twice in 4 days!

  • 5/5 Kamar El Arbaoui Mrabet T. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing views and service!

  • 5/5 Daniel R. 11 months ago on Google
    Best food we’ve had in Marrakesh! We ordered off the “Moroccan” menu and it felt very authentic and carefully prepared. Our server was super helpful and attentive, and they seated us without a reservation. Great terrace from which to watch the sunset.

  • 5/5 Dean A. 1 year ago on Google
    WOW. What an amazing restaurant. This was the best restaurant we’ve been in the whole of Morocco. The atmosphere, the views, the food, the service. Was all perfect! The pizzas are amazing! Desserts, everything! Make sure to book a table in advance if you can, they are a very popular busy restaurant. But it’s worth the wait. But HIGHLY recommend.

  • 5/5 Anouar B. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious food, very good service, highly recommended 👌🏻

  • 5/5 Kierie van Rooyen B. 4 years ago on Google
    Rapid service, amazing food, great wine and affordable! Loved it here, during the day and especially for dinner on the patio. So romantic and also kid friendly. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Dan T. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place .. but book ahead if you want to see sunset on the terrace.

  • 5/5 Imm B. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the nicest cafes in Marrakech went there like 4/5 times during my holiday and will definitely visit again when I go back there ! Their lamb/beef tajines & creme brulee are the best I’ve had!

  • 5/5 Carlota B. 1 year ago on Google
    We loved the Italian food in this restaurant. The rooftop is very nice, the staff was friendly and kind, and the food was delicious! It was so good that we visited it twice during our stay in Marrakech. I highly recommend the Eggplant Parmigiana!

  • 5/5 Kristian B. 1 year ago on Google
    Yum Yum Yum What a great place for local food!! Yes they have so Italian stuff too if you can’t see couscous anymore .. but it’s a great place and has a wonderful terrace upstairs !

  • 3/5 Antonela B. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was good. The service was very slow and they brought the food separately. My friends had finished eating and we were still waiting for our dishes.

  • 4/5 Adriana N. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the few places in Marrakesh where you can have a beer (35 dirhams). Also they serve you a nice and free appetizer with the drink.

  • 4/5 Stephanie C. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is well presented and tastes fine but had better and cheaper in Marrakesh, service is excellent, terrace has nice views on rooftops and is equipped with water misters to keep you cool, which is really nice. Ambiance is upmarket with cocktails and music in the background.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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