Where to enjoy aromatic and flavourful Moroccan food in Dubai
Influenced by a mix of Mediterranean, European and sub-Saharan cuisines, Moroccan food is a delicious combination of tropical fruits, veggies and spices. While couscous is Morocco’s classic and most famous food, there are other delicious dishes hailing from the country — worth trying. Here is a list of some of the most popular Moroccan restaurants in Dubai.
BEST MOROCCAN RESTAURANTS IN DUBAI
BAB AL MANSOUR
Named after Bab El Mansour (also spelt as Bab Al Mansour), a monumental imperial gateway in Morocco, this Moroccan restaurant near Dubai Opera is worth visiting.
Bab Al Mansour restaurant creates traditional recipes with over 70 organic ingredients sourced from Morocco. Their menu includes soups, fluffy couscous, melt-in-the-mouth tagines and more. They also serve authentic Moroccan breakfast in Dubai.
- Average price for two: AED 380
- Location: Loft East, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard Road, Downtown Dubai
- Timings: 10:00 am – 01:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-350-9440
LAYALINA RESTAURANT DUBAI
Located in Al Khabaisi, Layalina Restaurant is one of the top Moroccan eateries in Dubai. They offer traditional cuisine prepared to perfection by their expert chefs. You can enjoy well-balanced choices with Moroccan appetisers, seafood, assorted grills and freshly prepared cold beverages.
Layalina Restaurant serves couscous, tajines, taktouka and pastella seafood, to name a few. With live food stations and great hospitality, Layalina Restaurant is perfect for social events as well as intimate gatherings.
- Average price for two: AED 130
- Location: Opposite Dubai International Airport Runway, Al Khabaisi
- Timings: 09:00 am – 03:00 am |Thursday-Friday: 09:00 am – 04:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-266-0566
TAGINE DUBAI
Ready to embark on a culinary adventure to Morocco? Pop over to Tagine. Located in One and Only Royal Mirage, Tagine is a fine dining restaurant in Dubai with a cosy ambience and majlis-style seating.
The restaurant is perfect for intimate hangouts and lively gatherings. You can indulge in authentic Moroccan couscous, delicious tagines and flavourful kebabs at Tagine!
- Average price for two: AED 385
- Location: One and Only Royal Mirage, Dubai Marina
- Timings: 07:00 pm – 12:00 am, Last reservation: 10:30 pm
- Contact: +971-4-399-9999
HAYAT CASABLANCA MOROCCAN RESTAURANT DUBAI
Set in Al Rigga, Hayat Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant offers traditional flavours — imbued with subtle aesthetics. You can experience Moroccan soups and salads, besides tagines made with fresh vegetables and fruits, while enjoying live entertainment.
- Average price for two: AED 200
- Location: Floor M, Carlton Palace Dubai, Al Maktoum Street, Al Rigga
- Timings: 07:00 pm – 03:00 am
- Contact: +971-50-420-7278
MOROCCAN TASTE
Embodying the rich legacy of Morocco, Moroccan Taste is a sure-win destination for foodies. This has an expansive, well-curated menu that boasts salads, Moroccan doughnuts, freshly-prepared tagines, high-protein couscous and a range of sweets.
- Average price for two: AED 155
- Location: La Plage Building, Jumeirah 2
- Timings: 10:30 am – 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-385-5480
NINIVE
Beautiful trees, rustic wooden light fixtures and a fine assortment of Moroccan food all come together to evoke a Moroccan-style ambience at Ninive. This Moroccan restaurant in Dubai has an a la carte menu as well, featuring different types of couscous, kibbeh, tagines, grilled food and much more.
- Average price for two: AED 480
- Location: Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Trade Centre Area
- Timings: 06:00 pm – 02:00 am, Friday-Saturday: 06:00 pm – 03:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-326-6105
AL BOUGHAZ AL MAGHRIBI RESTAURANT
Tantalise your taste buds with delicious Moroccan cuisine at Al Boughaz Al Maghribi Restaurant (also known as Al Boughaz Restaurant and Cafe).
Situated in Hor Al Anz, the restaurant prepares food with carefully sourced products to uphold its commitment to serving good food to its patrons! Their menu includes royal couscous, tagines and grilled dishes.
- Average price for two: AED 110
- Location: Shop#8, Abu Hail Residence Building, Hor Al Anz
- Timings: 24 hours
- Contact: +971-4-238-8788
AL WEDAYAH AL MAGHRIBI RESTAURANT AND CAFE
Al Wedayah Al Maghribi Restaurant and Cafe is another Moroccan eatery in Hor Al Anz that serves a variety of gastronomic delights. Tuck in artfully-prepared breakfast specialities like Moroccan bread and baghrir, or heartier dishes such as meat and vegetable tagines.
- Average price for two: AED 170
- Location: Sheikha Fatima Building, Opposite Fatima Mosque, Hor Al Anz
- Timings: 04:00 pm – 03:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-266-6628
ASIL – RIXOS PREMIUM DUBAI
Known for happy hours in Dubai, Rixos Premium Dubai JBR is also home to the fine dining restaurant – Asil. The restaurant is a wonderful spot to sample a full variety of Moroccan cuisine.
Apart from the traditional grilled food and tagines, Asil offers spiced kebabs and Moroccan vegetable broth, among other things.
- Average price for two: AED 480
- Location: Rixos Premium Dubai, The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence
- Timings: 01:00 pm – 02:30 am, Last dinner order: 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-4-520-0055
MARAKESH RESTAURANT
Marakesh Restaurant is the least expensive of all Moroccan eateries mentioned in our list. From harrirah soup and pastilla chicken to sardines and barbecued delights, you can find belly-filling eats at affordable prices at this eatery. If you want to sip on traditional drinks, Moroccan tea is also on offer here!
- Average price for two: AED 90
- Location: Near Labour Office, Street#26 A, Hor Al Anz
- Timings: 06:00 am – 05:30 am
- Contact: +971-4-265-4110
FAQs
ARE THERE ANY OTHER MOROCCAN RESTAURANTS IN DUBAI?
Yes, apart from the eateries listed above, you can consider:
- Tajin and Tanjiah
- Berber Dubai
- Lido Cafe
WHAT IS THE MOST POPULAR MOROCCAN FOOD?
Couscous is a national dish of Morocco. Apart from that, tagine (succulent stew), harira (spiced Moroccan vegetable soup) and fish chermoula (fish purée) are amongst the most popular Moroccan dishes.
CAN YOU FIND VEGAN FOOD IN DUBAI?
Absolutely! Here are some of the most popular restaurants serving vegan delicacies in Dubai.
That brings an end to our list of the best Moroccan restaurants in Dubai. We hope you enjoy the delicious offerings at these truly special eateries.
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Plan a trip, feast on appetising dishes and please do share your experiences with us in the comments section below. We’d love to hear from you.
