Top 7 Best Restaurants In Meknes (2026): A Culinary Journey Through Morocco's Imperial City

Top 7 Best Restaurants in Meknes (2026): A Culinary Journey Through Morocco’s Imperial City

Alissa Walker

Travel writing based on first-hand experience

April 20, 2026

Discover the top 7 best restaurants in Meknes. From traditional Moroccan eateries serving authentic tagines and couscous to modern establishments offering international cuisine, explore the diverse dining scene of this historic city.

Keep exploring Meknes and beyond

Meknes may not scream for attention the way Marrakech does, but that is partly the charm. Once we’ve eaten well here, it makes perfect sense to keep going — into the medina, out to nearby imperial cities, or straight into a bigger Morocco route that gets delightfully out of hand.

30 Best Things To Do in Meknes – for gates, medina wanders, palaces, and all the reasons this city deserves more than a lunch stop.
Your Perfect 3 To 14 Days Morocco Itinerary – for fitting Meknes into a broader trip without the logistics turning feral.
10 Days in Morocco Itinerary – for a classic first-timer route that helps connect the big hitters with slightly less chaos.
North Morocco Itinerary – for blue cities, cultural stops, and a route that pairs beautifully with Meknes.
Best Things To Do in Fez – for another imperial city fix once Meknes has warmed you up.
Best Cities in Morocco To Visit – for deciding where Meknes fits in your bigger Morocco obsession.
What To Do in Rabat Morocco – for adding a more elegant Atlantic-side imperial city to the mix.

Best Restaurants in Meknes

Restaurant l’Oliveraie at Chateau Roslane Hotel

Chateau Roslane is a destination in itself—20 km outside Meknes and wrapped in vineyards. l’Oliveraie does refined, modern Moroccan–Mediterranean plates in a serene space: two living olive trees inside, a garden terrace outside, and valley views for days. It feels celebratory without being stuffy.

What to order: Roast leg of lamb with potatoes; chicken or lamb tagine; seasonal market fish; citrus-forward desserts.

Highlights

Indoor olive trees & vineyard-view terrace
Thoughtful wine pairings from the estate
Day-trip friendly from Meknes (easy taxi/driver)

Aisha

Craving home-style Moroccan? This tiny mother-and-daughter spot is the move. It’s all about simple techniques, fresh spices, and portions like you’re family. Wallet-friendly, zero pretense, maximum flavor.

What to order: Minced meat tagine; chicken rfissa; harira; couscous of the day; warm Berber bread.

Highlights

Tiny, cozy room—eat like a local
Great value; generous portions
Friendly service with menu guidance

La Maison de la Pizza

Pizza night, sorted. Chef Amel turns out thin, crisp pies with just the right chew, plus fresh salads and easy vegetarian options. Casual, cheerful, and consistent.

What to order: Greek pizza with oregano; classic marinara (tomato & garlic); mixed salad; espresso panna cotta if on.

Highlights

Fast service—great pre- or post-sightseeing
Vegetarian-friendly choices
Kid-pleaser without feeling generic

Restaurant Omnia

A family-run charmer with two leafy terraces and a snug dining room—ideal for a date or an unrushed dinner. Classic Moroccan recipes, a tidy wine list, and the kind of warmth you remember.

What to order: Slow-cooked meat tagine; chicken pastilla; couscous royale; house salads; mint tea.

Highlights

Lonely Planet–endorsed favorite
Licensed—beer & wine available
Romantic terrace seating

Collier de la Colombe

Near Bab Mansour in a classic hotel setting, this long-running address majors in traditional Moroccan with a view. Grab the rooftop at sunset and let the city glow do its thing.

What to order: House-special pastilla; grilled lamb; fish tagine or Atlas trout meunière.

Highlights

Rooftop terrace over the Boufekrane River
Licensed—wine & beer served
Classic service, city-landmark location

Dar Baraka Restaurant

Hidden in the medina and totally worth the knock: Mr. Noureddine welcomes you into a colorful family home for a slow, soulful meal. It feels like eating with friends—because you kind of are.

What to order: Camel tagine (signature); couscous with chicken; veal with apricots & prunes; eggplant with tomato; finish with mint tea & biscuits (on the house).

Highlights

Intimate, reservation-style welcome (ring/knock)
Owner-hosted experience—personal touch
Memorable dishes you won’t find everywhere

Ryad Bahia Restaurant

Courtyard candles, zellige tiles, and recipes pulled straight from the souk. Ryad Bahia serves classic Moroccan either à la carte or set menu; nonguests are welcome (book dinner ahead).

What to order: Hearty harira; seasonal salads; chicken or lamb tagine; semolina-based desserts with orange blossom.