Fez – Climb the narrow stairs from the square and the scene opens to warm “tadelakt,” rough wood, woven chairs, and those neat “beldi” glasses that feel just right for a mint tea. The look was shaped by designer Anne Favier, and the café helps set the tone for the city’s modern, medina-friendly dining wave. Sister spots include Nomad and Le Jardin, so you can plan a little café hop without leaving the old city.
The menu is straightforward and fresh. Breakfast brings a full Moroccan spread: a variety of breads and crepes with “amlou,”(honey), and jam, plus eggs and a fruit salad. Later in the day you can keep it light with salads and soups, or go classic with tagines like “kefta,” chicken with preserved lemon, and vegetarian bowls. Sandwiches and burgers show up too, from tuna on whole grain to a “kefta” sandwich with a kick of harissa. Prices are clear and modest for the location.
Drinks are part of the draw. There is proper mint tea, spiced tea, and a list of fresh juices. Coffee fans can order “noss noss,” iced coffee, or the house spiced blend with cinnamon and cardamom notes. Non-alcoholic mocktails cover the sweet-and-cool cravings for warm afternoons on the terrace. If you have a sweet tooth, look for orange with cinnamon, crepes, or the café’s walnut-studded coffee cake.
It is easy to find and easy to use as a base. The address sits right on Rahba Lakdima in the heart of the souks — an ideal midpoint between Jemaa el-Fna and the alleyways of the northern medina. Typical opening hours run from the morning into the late evening, which makes it handy for an early coffee or a post-sunset tea after shopping.
Tip for timing: arrive just before golden hour and climb to the top terrace. You will catch the roofs turning pink, the call to prayer flowing across the stalls, and a breeze that makes you forget the busy streets below. Order a mint tea or a spiced coffee and let the square do the rest.
