Simple, straightforward execution — chicken cooked low and slow until tender, spiced with cumin, cinnamon, and whatever vegetables are fresh that day. This is the dish that draws most repeat orders.
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Best value tagine in the medina — big portions and real flavour at low price.
This is a good intro to Moroccan cooking — not expensive, tasty, and you'll know within 10 minutes if you want to explore further.
A light, healthy opener showcasing simple vegetable dishes. Each salad is distinct — some raw, some cooked, some somewhere in between.
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Good light lunch on its own, especially paired with bread.
Thin phyllo shatters when you bite, revealing savory chicken and scrambled egg inside, then sweet dust finishes it. Straightforward and well-executed.
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Best eaten fresh and warm — don't let it cool down or the phyllo loses its crispness.
The traditional Friday couscous — couscous grains are light and fluffy, meat is tender, and the spiced broth is served on the side.
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Couscous is especially good on Fridays — that's when they prepare it in volume.
Good for newcomers wanting to sample the restaurant's range without committing to full mains. Portion is generous enough for lunch or a light dinner.
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Ask which protein comes in the tagine that day — it rotates.
La Fontaine des Épices is located at 131 Rue Mouassine near Jardin Secret, directly adjacent to the famous spice market (Rahba Kedima). The restaurant draws crowds for its traditional Moroccan menu, particularly tagines and couscous. An internal terrace with colorful decor provides escape from the busy medina streets.
This is a tourist restaurant near the spice market — expect crowds and noise, especially midday and early evening.
Walk-ins are welcome but waits can be 30-45 minutes at lunch and dinner. Either arrive early or call ahead.
Request the internal terrace when you arrive — it's quieter than the street-facing tables.
Excellent value for money — one of the cheaper sit-down meals in the medina without sacrificing quality.
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