10 Best Restaurants In Casablanca (2026): Where To Eat Like A Local

10 Best Restaurants in Casablanca (2026): Where to Eat Like a Local

Alissa Walker

Travel writing based on first-hand experience

May 27, 2026

Craving authentic Moroccan flavors or fine dining with a view? Discover the 10 best restaurants in Casablanca —handpicked for their atmosphere, food quality, and unforgettable local charm.

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1. L’AVENUE BRASSERIE NOUVELLE — first-class business meal

L’AVENUE is ideal for an important business lunch. The dining room is elegant with garden views, and the menu combines classic French cooking with modern bistro ideas. Chef Ramzi, who trained with Joël Robuchon, prepares dishes such as red tuna carpaccio and sea bass ceviche.

Highlight: Business lunch menu with quick service, precise presentation, and a calm atmosphere.

21 Bd Driss Slaoui, Casablanca | instagram.com/lavenuebrasserienouvelle/

2. DA RUA — for family and friends

Near Lycée Lyautey, DA RUA is a warm and comfortable place to share quality time. It serves generous cheese and charcuterie boards with a good selection of wines. In the evening, live music creates a pleasant mood for a date or a small gathering.

Highlight: Well-balanced sharing boards and friendly service in an intimate setting.

1 Rue Commissaire Le Deuil, Casablanca | instagram.com/daruacasablanca/

3. ENSO — Japanese fine dining

Located inside El Cenador, ENSO offers a quiet, refined experience. Chef Celso Szczerba focuses on technique and balance. Sushi and sashimi are prepared with great care, and the tasting menu follows a clear, thoughtful rhythm.

Highlight: Omakase (chef’s choice) with excellent product quality and precise temperatures.

Complex au Petit Rocher, El Cenador | instagram.com/enso.casablanca/

4. BRIGANTI — casual business lunch

Briganti Casablanca — *@briganti_casablanca*

BRIGANTI is a modern trattoria with a welcoming feel. The kitchen prepares wood-fired pizzas and classic Italian dishes. Popular choices include the “Seafood Lover” pizza, Pizza Salmone, and Pizza Pepperoni.

Highlight: Consistent pizza quality with a light crust and clean flavors—good for a quick, effective meeting.

76 Bd Driss Slaoui, Casablanca | instagram.com/briganti_casablanca/

5. LE CABESTAN — iconic ocean views & seafood

Overlooking the Atlantic, Le Cabestan is a classic address in Casablanca. With Taki Kabbaj leading the kitchen, seafood is the main attraction, and desserts are carefully prepared.

Highlight: Fresh day-boat fish and a strong dessert selection, served with a wide ocean panorama.

Phare d’El Hank, 90 Boulevard de la Corniche | instagram.com/le.cabestan/

6. GARE AUX GORILLES — dinner with friends

The space is calm and comfortable, while the dishes are full of flavor. Chef Amine and hostess Marion guide the service with care. The cocktail list is creative.

Highlight: Octopus with chorizo—tender texture and balanced spice.

50 bis Avenue Hassan Souktani, Casablanca | instagram.com/gareauxgorilles/

7. KOYA — for an energetic night out

KOYA combines a lively atmosphere with attentive service. The menu includes sushi, biryani, and popular chicken dishes. Music sets a clear rhythm for the evening.

Highlight: A simple plan that works: share a sushi set, try the signature chicken plate, and enjoy the DJ.

76 Bd Driss Slaoui, Casablanca | instagram.com/koyacasaofficial/

8. VIEILLES CANAILLES — classic French comfort

VIEILLLES CANAILLES — *@vieillescanailles_casablanca*

This restaurant celebrates wines from the Basque Country and generous cuisine from the South-West of France. The room feels friendly and informal—good for a long, relaxed meal. Beef and lamb dishes are especially strong. The menu changes often.

Highlight: Daily specials on the chalkboard—ask the team for recommendations and wine pairings.

408 Bd Driss Slaoui, Casablanca | instagram.com/vieillescanailles_casablanca/

9. DOM PETISCOS — from noon to midnight

Dom Petiscos Casblanca — *@dompetiscoscasablanca*

Portuguese dishes, friendly team, and a simple approach: fresh ingredients and honest flavors. Favorites include bitoque à portuguesa, prego tradicional, and frango piri-piri. Sharing boards work well for groups.

Highlight: House skewers (espetada da casa) and cheese/charcuterie boards—good value and easy to share.

Parc de la Ligue Arabe, Jm Suites Hotel, 161 Avenue Moulay Hassan 1er, angle Bd Rachidi | instagram.com/dompetiscoscasablanca

10. MILOS — relaxed afterwork, lively late night

Decor uses natural materials and soft colors for a comfortable atmosphere. From 6 p.m., Alyson and Gérald host a friendly afterwork with tapas, cocktails, and wines. Later, themed evenings bring different music styles: Women’s Monday with bubbles, Oldies Wednesday with DJ Amine Mlal, and Latin rhythms on Thursday with La Rosa.

Highlight: Tapas and a glass of sparkling wine at sunset, then music until late (open up to 3 a.m.).

50 bis Avenue Hassan Souktani, Casablanca | instagram.com/milos_casablanca/