Fez — Hidden in the medina’s winding streets, close to the waterfront, Al Maimouni is a reliable choice for visitors seeking authentic local cuisine with a scenic view.
The rooftop terrace looks across the harbor, and sunset is the most popular time to grab a table. Guests reach it by a narrow alley off the old city, then climb to the upper floor for open-air seating above the bustle.
The kitchen keeps the menu familiar and comforting. Expect well-seasoned tagines with lamb, chicken with lemon and olives along with couscous and daily grilled fish that reflects Tangier’s coastal market.
Plates are straightforward and generous, and there’s usually a mix of Moroccan salads to start. It’s the kind of place where first-timers can try the standards without overthinking, while regulars return for the same reliable flavors.
Al Maimouni’s appeal rests as much on mood as on food. Families and small groups linger on the terrace, servers move at a friendly pace, and the city’s sea breeze does the rest.
Reviews often point to that top-floor view over the port as the reason to come early, especially on clear days when the light turns the rooftops gold.
Practical details are simple. The restaurant sits in the medina close to the port area; mapping apps list it as “Restaurant Al Maimouni” with opening hours that typically run from late morning through the evening.
If you’re set on terrace seating, arrive before sunset when demand is highest; phone listings and social pages can help confirm the day’s schedule.
Al Maimouni is not about reinvention. It’s about a classic Tangier setting—sea air, blue horizons, and homestyle Moroccan cooking—served without fuss. For many visitors, that combination is exactly what a first meal in Tangier should be.
