Marrakech is not just a visual feast — it’s a culinary paradise, too, especially at breakfast. Whether you’re a foodie traveler or a traveler who just wants to break the fast with a warm cup of mint tea and a flaky msemen to soak your coffee into, the Red City serves a delicious blend between traditional Moroccan flavors and the modern café culture.
At Morocco Tourism Agency, we believe that a good breakfast is the beginning of a good day of exploration in Marrakech. Whether in a traditional riad or at a busy stall at the edge of the street, we’ve assembled a list of 15 local haunts to make your morning truly memorable. Let’s dig in!
Café des Épices
Cafe des Epices, in the absolute heart of the Medina, is an adorable experience where you can find the kind of flavors that take you instantly there. The rooftop has sweeping views of the medina, and they serve a traditional Moroccan breakfast (khlii, or preserved meat, fresh bread, olives, and honey) that is the perfect way to fuel up for a day of roaming the souks.
Atay Café
A bohemian gem with rooftop seating, Atay Café offers hearty breakfasts, including a selection of Moroccan and Western dishes. The shakshuka and msemen combo is a favorite among crowds, but do yourself a favor and add their signature mint tea to the mix.
Bacha Coffee
A coffee lover’s dream, this chic space in Dar el Bacha Palace is an outing in and of itself. Bacha Coffee makes you feel like royalty in the morning with a selection of more than 200 types of coffee and an extravagant Moroccan breakfast platter.
Le Jardin
Tucked behind green doors in the Medina, Le Jardin is a peaceful sanctuary. Breakfast options include fresh juices, Moroccan pancakes, eggs, and homemade jams, served in a verdant garden setting.
La Famille
Set in a peaceful courtyard, La Famille serves Moroccan breakfast with a Mediterranean twist. Very simply, imagine avocado toast, two ways, on fresh semolina bread, locally sourced.
Riad Yasmine
If you’re a resident at this boutique riad — or even just there for breakfast — you’re in for a treat. A beautifully arranged breakfast with fruits, yogurt, freshly squeezed juice, and a selection of Moroccan breads.
Henna Art Café
This vibrant café serves up delicious dishes, plus cultural touches such as henna tattoos and local art. Their breakfast menu is steeped in Moroccan and vegetarian dishes, including harira soup and amlou (a nutty spread that you must try).
Nomad
A sister café to Café des Épices, Nomad has quickly become a fixture among both locals and visitors. Their rooftop breakfast ranges from granola bowls to Moroccan eggs with khobz.
Kui-Zin
People also know Kui-Zin for its peaceful atmosphere and tasty dishes. Their breakfast plates are hearty and well-priced, and many come with a musical performance or two later in the day.
Café Clock
Known for mixing culture and cuisine, Café Clock has storytelling evenings, calligraphy classes and, yes — a great spread for a Moroccan breakfast. Get their traditional Berber eggs served with freshly baked bread.
Amal Women’s Training Center
This group of local women serves delicious, traditional Moroccan food at this nonprofit restaurant. Their breakfast is beghrir (Moroccan pancakes) and mint tea, and fresh juices, all done with heart and on purpose.
Dar Cherifa
A historic literary café housed in one of the oldest buildings in Marrakech, Dar Cherifa is a haven of tranquility ideal for a quiet breakfast. Drink your coffee among Moroccan art and architecture.
Roti D’Or
A small, cheap place in the Medina, Roti D’Or serves quick, delicious breakfast wraps. It’s a little bit like a grab-and-go joint, but the flavors are robust and satisfying.
Bakchich Café
For a fun, casual breakfast, Bakchich Café will sate your cravings with everything from Moroccan omelets to msemen with honey and butter. Prices are good, and the vibe is mellow.
Zeitoun Café
A steady favorite with several locations in Marrakech, Zeitoun Café. The views from the terrace, the speedy service, and the ample Moroccan breakfast platters make it a reliable and satisfying stop any morning.
From secret garden cafés to piled rooftops overlooking the Medina, breakfast in Marrakech is more than just a meal; it’s an experience. At Morocco Tourism Agency, we specialize in finding all the different tastes of this magical city.
Sipping spiced coffee under the morning sun or tearing into msemen straight off the griddle, it’s local spots like these that prove breakfast in Marrakech is a journey best made before dawn. Plan your 10 Days in Morocco from Marrakech tour plan with us, and let the adventure begin!
