The Best Cafes and Restaurants in Tamraght, Morocco

Today I write to you as the self-appointed royal taste tester of Tamraght that nobody asked for. Having painstakingly trialled my way through many a Moroccan treatie, I have compiled my list of the best cafes and restaurants in Tamraght.

When asked what I love most about Morocco, my top three answers tend to be: the hyper-attention to detail, the simplicity of living, and the food. Varying in order depending on my mood.

Your memories of Morocco will be paved by the epic meals you share with friends. When it comes to dining options, Tamraght has a number of gems on offer, with new venues popping up all the time.

Anywho, this is not a conclusive guide, but rather my personal picks for the best cafes and restaurants in Tamraght, Morocco.

1. Surf Cafe 14

This is one of my all-time favourites. It’s a sweet little beach shack perched just up above Devil’s Rock. Perfect reprieve from the sun, you can sit and snack, grab a mint tea and watch the surf. There are a few restaurants down along this stretch of beaches, but this is my top pick.

Run by Azouz and his wife, who are both legends, it’s super quaint. Surf Cafe 14 is also on my list of the best sunset spots in Tamraght. For good reason.

They offer a small menu: tapas (avocado, raisins, egg and olive oil on toast – odd but yum), Berber omelette, crepes and juices. Everything will be served in Moroccan time. Just sit back and embrace it.

While you’re here, check out the full list of surf breaks around Tamraght.

2. Let’s Be

One of the most Instagrammable cafes, for sure. Bright funky cushions, loads of plants, decorative fruit garnishes and all that jazz. Let’s Be is a super comfy place with a nice little shaded terrace, a great place for a morning hang with pals.

It’s a bit more exy than some, but they venture out from the local cuisine with a nice selection of vegan, vego, and whole-food dishes. Think smoothie bowls, buddha bowls, burgers, pizza, raw desserts and matcha lattes. The breakfast menu is great. I highly recommend the Double Trouble toast. One piece of toast with smashed avo and egg, and one with amlou and fresh fruit. Perfect.

Closed on Wednesdays.

3. Timam Du Chef

Timam’s is your best late-night food option. I think they’re open until 4am? I’ve had many a chicken sandwich here after an evening watching the sunset at the skatepark. Located on the main road, they’re easy to find. They also deliver to anywhere in Tamraght. So if you’re down at the beach craving a pizza, these are the guys to call.

They offer a huge menu. They’ve got the Moroccan staples of couscous and tagine (one of my favourite spots for a beef tagine), as well as all the usual Western comfort foods. Pizza, pasta, burgers and tacos.

The prices are super cheap and their service is unparalleled. These guys are on.

4. Le Petit Kawa

Le Petit Kawa holds a special little place in my heart. When I first visited Morocco in 2016, Tamraght was only a speck of what it is now in terms of tourism. So whilst we ate incredible home-cooked feasts at our hostel, cafes and restaurants were few and far between.

Nonetheless, we discovered this one place with the most epic kefta tagine and avocado smoothie and subsequently ate this same meal on repeat every day, breaking up lazy hours spent at the beach. Avocado, dates, almonds and milk. That’s it. Banging.

When I returned in 2023, I assigned myself the mission of combing all of the cafes and restaurants in Tamraght in pursuit of this glorified avocado smoothie. It took me three false starts until I found it at Le Petit Kawa. Formerly known as Babakoul. Less view of the ocean now, but still with the same level of charm. And more importantly, the original menu remains.

They make great tagines and omelettes at a reasonable price. Possibly the best selection of local Moroccan cuisine in Tamraght, with all the creature comforts of a cafe catering to tourists. They also make crepes, waffles and pizza. Something for everyone.

I recommend most things on the menu. But the must-try’s are: the Moroccan breakfast (absolute feast), rfissa, and the avocado, date and almond smoothie. Obviously.

5. La Paniére

Coffee and an almond croissant for your morning at the beach? La Paniére.
Makeshift birthday cake fashioned from a selection of brownies, pastries, and petit fours? La Paniére.
Elaborate Moroccan breakfast with enough pastries, breads and spreads to feed a family of four? La Paniére.

Super popular among locals and tourists alike. La Paniére is your go-to bakery, stocking fresh bread, pastries, msemen, sandwiches, and all other assorted treaties. They also offer an array of aforementioned excessive set-menu breakfasts. Suuuper cheap.

6. Msemen Hole in the Wall

I don’t know the name of this place. I don’t know if it even has a name. A fair indication that you’re going to find good, honest, authentic Moroccan cuisine there. To be honest, I’ve only eaten one thing from here, but it’s that good that the place has earned a permanent ranking as one of my favourite cafes and restaurants in Tamraght.

Let me formally introduce you to msemen maamer. Otherwise known as crêpes aux légumes. Or vege msemen. You’ll find msemen everywhere in Morocco. It’s a flaky, fried flatbread, usually served at breakfast or with tea. Super treaty with amlou or honey, but this savoury version is next level. The msemen is stuffed with onions and peppers and spices before it’s fried on a hot plate in front of you as you do your best not to melt into a puddle in the dirt. Only 10dh (about €1). Wild.

It’s a tiny little restaurant nestled along Tamraght’s busiest shopping and dining strip. My apologies, but addresses aren’t a thing in Tamraght, so directions are hard to give. They also sell soup, beans and lentils, and tagine and couscous when ordered in advance. All of which I’m sure are great.

*NOTE that this place has since got itself a little branding and a proper menu. The name is officially Chez Mimoun.

7. Subway Fish

I love a business that does one thing, and does it well. Keep it simple, stick to what you know. Subway Fish has carved out their niche with fish sandwiches. It’s a one-man show. Day in, day out, he fries sardines and stuffs them in fresh khobz (bread), along with grilled aubergine, tomatoes and onion, and a bit of spicy sauce if you fancy. Bnina bzef.

A steal at only 10dh a sandwich.

8. Manouche

Manouche feels like the swankiest out of all the cafes and restaurants in Tamraght. They’ve got a cosy little lamp-lit terrace, with stained glass and beautiful tiles. Real date night kind of place, if you’re that way inclined. A little more pricey than others, but still fairly reasonable.

The food is Lebanese: baba ganoush, falafel, hummus and kibbeh. All the dishes are super tasty, and perfect for sharing. The warm, spiced flatbread is soo good. It’s a real nice switch up from the Moroccan khobz that you’ll be eating three meals a day here.

9. Crémerie Tamraght

Proper no-frills local Moroccan eatery. To be honest, I don’t know what a crémerie is exactly. Upon first visit, I thought I might find myself a little choccy Magnum. Unfortunately not. But I did discover that if you’re anywhere in Maroc looking for good, cheap, everyday kind-of food, then a crémerie is the place to go.

This one sells all the staples: tagines, omelettes, beans, lentils and Moroccan salad. Local prices, there’s nothing over 50dh (€5).

It’s situated on the main road – a hop, skip and a jump from the beach. There aren’t many cafes and restaurants in Tamraght with a view of the sunset, so that’s a big perk for the Crémerie.

Location location. If you only have to peel your sleepy self off the sand and walk 10m for a little café au lait then you’re onto a winner. There are a few different cars and vans that park at Devil’s Rock and Banana Point, and even Boilers if you find yourself chasing the swell up that way. The boot of the car is fitted out with a full espresso machine, so they can fuel the masses whilst watching the surf. Idyllic.

2. Daydream

If you’re after specialty coffee – quality beans, alternative plant milk and all that jazz, then Tamraght has two key contenders. Both are expat-owned, thus they cater to tourists with all the pizazz of the trendy cafes we’re used to back home.

First up is Daydream, with a big shaded terrace out front that gives it a real nice community feel. You can park up in the morning with a coffee and greet all your fellow travellers as they flock down the hill to the beach.

The interior doubles as a shop, selling a bunch of beautiful Moroccan homewares. Vintage rugs, pottery and the like.

Closed Wednesdays.

3. Hey Yallah

Hey Yallah is equally beautiful. A little smaller, but still attracting loads of travellers to the street-front hang out. The coffee is great and they stock a small selection of home-baked goods.

Every Sunday they host a marketplace featuring local female artists and creators. There’s usually a DJ and you can hang and browse the vintage clothing, jewellery and crocheted pieces.

Closed Mondays.

Besaha.

The number of cafes and restaurants in Tamraght is growing at a crazy pace. It’s great to see locals profiting from tourism, but I fear the exploitation and gentrification that comes with it.

Be mindful during your travels. Respect the people, minimise your impact, and prioritise locally owned businesses.

Once you’ve dined your way through Tamraght, check out my top recommendations for cafes and restaurants in Taghazout.