Restaurants in Essaouira

Choose Heure Bleue Palais for a polished Moroccan coastal meal in Essaouira, especially if the dinner needs to feel occasion-worthy rather than casual. Chef Ahmed Handour and the 2025 Relais Châteaux recognition make it a stronger fit for celebrations than for quick, budget-led dining.

Le Salon Oriental is worth booking for a polished Moroccan-fusion dinner in Essaouira, especially if the meal is meant to feel more composed than a rooftop or casual coastal stop. The 2025 Relais Chateaux Award gives it useful credibility for special occasions, though groups should confirm seating needs before treating it as a private-dining solution.

Le Grill de La Terrasse is the Essaouira pick for travelers who want terroir-led cooking over a view-first rooftop meal. It makes more sense for a calm lunch or a slower dinner than for a casual seafood stop, with chef Ahmed Handour and a 2026 Relais Chateaux Award giving it a stronger trust signal than many medina alternatives.