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Best Food in Casablanca (2026)
Begin your culinary journey in the historic Habous Quarter, where traditional Moroccan recipes meet bustling market energy. For an authentic breakfast, head to Cafe Laqta at Rueβ¦ π½οΈ Where to Start
Begin your culinary journey in the historic Habous Quarter, where traditional Moroccan recipes meet bustling market energy. For an authentic breakfast, head to Cafe Laqta at Rue Mohammed Smiha, where a bowl of harira and fresh msemen cost around 20 MAD. This neighborhood is also home to some of the city's best street food stalls, making it an ideal first stop.
π₯ Street Food Favorites
Don't miss the bissara (fava bean soup) sold from carts near Place Mohammed V, especially in the morning. For a quick lunch, try the grilled sardines at the fish market stalls along Boulevard de la Corniche, where a skewer costs about 10 MAD. The best time to sample these is between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., when vendors are most active.
π² Traditional Moroccan Dishes
For a sit-down meal featuring tagine and couscous, visit Restaurant Al Mounia at 95 Rue Prince Moulay Abdellah, where a full dinner runs 150-250 MAD. Their lamb tagine with prunes is a standout. Another excellent choice is La Sqala at Boulevard de la Corniche, which offers a refined version of classic dishes in a garden setting, with mains around 180 MAD.
π International Flavors
Casablanca's food scene includes excellent French and Italian options. Le Cabestan at 90 Boulevard de la Corniche serves upscale seafood with ocean views, with mains from 300 MAD. For Italian, try La Bodega at 27 Rue Abou Al AlaΓ’ Zbiri, where pasta dishes average 120 MAD and the atmosphere is lively.
π° Sweet Treats and Pastries
Indulge in Moroccan pastries at Patisserie Bennis Habous in the Habous Quarter, where a box of assorted chebakia and ghriba costs around 50 MAD. For a modern twist, visit Cafe PΓ’tisserie La Fontaine at 6 Rue Abou Al AlaΓ’ Zbiri, which serves excellent mille-feuille and coffee for 30 MAD. Both are open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
π Best Evening Spots
For dinner with a view, book a table at Le Grill at the Hyatt Regency Casablanca, located at Place des Nations Unies, where grilled meats start at 250 MAD. Alternatively, the rooftop at Sky 28 in the Kenzi Tower Hotel offers cocktails and small plates with panoramic city views, with drinks from 100 MAD. Reservations are recommended for both.
π‘ Local Tips and Prices
Street food meals typically cost 10-30 MAD, while a mid-range restaurant dinner runs 100-200 MAD per person. Tipping 10% is customary at sit-down restaurants. Most eateries in the city center accept credit cards, but cash is preferred at street stalls. Avoid eating at places that look empty; follow the locals to the busiest spots.
π Getting Around for Food
The Casablanca Tramway is a convenient way to reach food hubs, with Line 1 stopping near the Habous Quarter at the Place des Nations Unies station. Taxis are also affordable, with a ride across the city center costing around 20-30 MAD. For a food crawl, consider walking between the Corniche and the Old Medina, which are about 20 minutes apart on foot.
the guide's right about La Sqala being solid but honestly the garden there is the real draw, the food is good not great. for a tagine that'll ruin u for others go to Dar Beida on Rue Abou Al AlaΓ’ Zbiri, it's tiny, maybe 6 tables, and the owner cooks everything herself. the kefta tagine with eggs is about 80 MAD and tastes like someone's grandmother actually made it, which she probably did
honestly the guide's tip about following locals to busy spots is the real pro move here. i've been burned by empty restaurants near the port that looked nice but served microwaved stuff. one spot i don't see mentioned is the little sandwich joint on Rue Nador near the central market, they do these merguez sandwiches with harissa and fries stuffed in for like 15 MAD. it's a hole in the wall with a green awning, always has a line of workers around 1pm
also if you're into seafood skip the boulevard stalls and go to the fish auction near the old port around 7am. you can buy fresh squid or shrimp for cheap and some stalls will grill it for u right there for an extra 5 MAD. it's not fancy but the flavor is insane, especially the calamari
This is a really solid guide, you've covered the main spots well. I'd add that the fish market near the port, not the Corniche stalls, is where I've had the best grilled sardines. It's a bit more chaotic but the freshness is unmatched, and you can get a whole meal of fish, bread, and salad for under 50 MAD.
For anyone wanting a proper Moroccan breakfast beyond Cafe Laqta, try the msemen and harsha from the small bakery on Rue Allal Ben Abdellah near the central market. It's just a counter with a few stools but the dough is made fresh all morning. The owners don't speak much English but pointing at what others are eating works fine.
Casablanca Festivals & Events by Month (2026)
January 1st sees Casablanca celebrate New Year's Day with family gatherings and public festivities along the Corniche Ain Diab. The Marina Shopping Center hosts a countdown parβ¦ π New Year Kickoff
January 1st sees Casablanca celebrate New Year's Day with family gatherings and public festivities along the Corniche Ain Diab. The Marina Shopping Center hosts a countdown party on December 31st, with fireworks over the Atlantic at midnight. Expect large crowds and book dinner reservations weeks ahead if you want a seaside view.
π Winter Arts Season
February brings the Casablanca International Book Fair (SIEL), usually held at the Parc des Expositions near the airport. This week-long event features author signings, panel discussions, and stalls from publishers across Africa and Europe. Entry is around 10 dirhams, and it is very tourist-friendly with English translations available at many booths.
πΈ Spring Music Festivals
In March, the Jazzablanca Festival fills venues like the ThéÒtre Mohammed V and outdoor stages in the Habous district with international and Moroccan jazz acts. Tickets range from 100 to 400 dirhams, and many concerts are free in public squares. Dress smartly for evening performances, as locals often wear elegant attire.
π Ramadan Nights
Ramadan in 2026 is expected to begin around February 18th and end March 19th, bringing a unique rhythm to the city. After sunset, the Corniche and old Medina come alive with food stalls selling harira, chebakia, and dates for iftar. Tourists are welcome to join the feasts, but avoid eating or drinking in public during daylight hours out of respect.
πͺ Summer Family Fun
June marks the start of the Casablanca Summer Festival, a series of concerts and circus performances along the beachfront at Ain Diab. The festival runs through August, with headliners often performing at the Megarama open-air theater. Tickets sell out fast, so buy online via the festival's official website or at the venue box office.
π¬ Film and Culture
In September, the Casablanca International Film Festival screens Moroccan and African films at the Cinémathèque de Tanger and the Rialto Cinema in the city center. Passes cost around 150 dirhams for the week, and many screenings include Q&A sessions with directors. It is a great chance to see contemporary North African cinema in an intimate setting.
π Autumn Traditions
October brings the Casablanca Horse Show at the Annexe of the Royal Guard, featuring equestrian displays and traditional fantasia performances. The event usually lasts three days, with tickets priced at 50 dirhams for adults. Arrive early to secure a good spot, as the stands fill up quickly with local families.
π―οΈ Year-End Celebrations
December is marked by the Festival des Andalousies Atlantiques, a celebration of Andalusian music and culture held at the Villa des Arts. Concerts and art exhibitions run for about a week, with tickets from 80 dirhams. The festival is a refined, low-key alternative to the city's New Year's Eve chaos, perfect for culture lovers.
The Ramadan timing in this guide is spot on, and honestly that's the best month to visit if you can handle the fasting rhythm. I went last year during Ramadan and the iftar tents near the old Medina are incredible, but the real gem is the street food that appears after 9pm near Place des Nations Unies, vendors sell msemen and bissara that you won't find during the rest of the year. One thing the guide doesn't mention is that many restaurants in the Corniche area stay open for tourists during the day, so you won't starve if you're not fasting, just look for places with curtains or back rooms.
Also, for Jazzablanca in March, skip the main ThéÒtre Mohammed V shows if you're on a budget and head to the free stages in Habous instead. I caught a great Gnawa fusion band there two years ago, no ticket needed, and the crowd is more local and lively than at the paid venues. Just bring cash for the tea stalls nearby, they don't take cards.
that ramadan tip about the night vendors is real, i'd add that the festival des andalousies at villa des arts is way more intimate than people expect, like you can actually chat with the musicians after the show if you hang around the garden. also for the summer festival, the free beach concerts at ain diab are packed but the sound is better if you stand near the back by the food trucks, everyone crowds the front and misses the mix
I've done the Ramadan thing a few times and the guide's spot on about the rhythm, but here's a tip nobody mentions: the free iftar tents set up near the Habous district around sunset are run by local charities and they'll happily hand you a bowl of harira if you look lost. It's not a tourist thing, it's just how Casablanca treats guests, and the dates they serve are way better than anything you'll buy in a shop.
For the summer festival, I'd actually skip the Megarama open-air shows entirely and catch the smaller acts at the cafΓ©s along the Corniche instead. Last August I wandered into a tiny place near the Sheraton and ended up watching a three-piece band play Chaabi covers for two hours, no ticket, just buy a mint tea and you're set. The big stages are fine, but the real energy is in those unlisted spots.