Pâtisserie Bennis Habous is a Moroccan pastry shop and tea house at 2 Rue Fkih El Gabbas in the Habous Quarter (Quartier des Habous) of Casablanca, Morocco. The Habous, also called the New Medina, was laid out in the 1920s by French planners in a neo-Moroccan style, and it is known for arcades, craft shops, bookstalls and sweet shops. Bennis is among the most recognised names in the quarter and is a regular stop for both residents buying gifts and visitors looking for a taste of traditional pastries.
The signature items are gazelle horns (cornes de gazelle), almond pastries and mint tea. Gazelle horns are crescent-shaped pastries filled with almond paste and scented with orange blossom water. Other offerings include almond-based cookies, honey sweets and dry pastries sold by weight, which are packed into boxes for travel or gifts. Mint tea, served sweet in a metal pot, accompanies the pastries. Prices are low, at roughly MAD 20-60 per person (about $2.20-6.50), and gift boxes cost more depending on weight.
The shop is compact and busy, with glass cases of pastries, quick counter service and a few seats for those who want to sit with tea. The mood is bustling and sweet-scented, with a steady flow of customers, and noise is moderate. There is no dress code, and the experience is informal. The venue does not serve alcohol and is better described as a pastry stop than a restaurant.
No reservation is required. The shop opens daily, roughly 8am to 9pm, and the busiest times are late afternoon and the days before religious holidays, when queues form. A visit works well combined with a walk through the Habous arcades, the nearby Mahkama du Pacha building and the quarter's bookshops. The Habous is a short taxi ride from downtown. Pastries keep for several days in a closed box, so many visitors buy a selection near the end of a stay to carry home as gifts, and the staff will usually let customers sample before choosing.
| Price | MAD 20-60 per person (~$2.20-6.50) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, roughly 8am-9pm |
| Reservations | None required |
| Address | 2 Rue Fkih El Gabbas, Quartier des Habous, Casablanca 20250 |
Signature dishes
- Gazelle horns (cornes de gazelle), almond pastries, mint tea
Good to know
- Known for
- Moroccan pastry shop and tea house
Location
2 Rue Fkih El Gabbas, Quartier des Habous, Casablanca 20250
33.5767, -7.6101 View on map
Highlights
- Well-known pastry shop in the Habous Quarter
- Gazelle horns and almond pastries
- Mint tea served with sweets
- Boxed pastries by weight for gifts
- Easy to combine with the Habous arcades and craft shops
Tips for visiting
- Buy pastries by weight and ask for a gift box.
- Try gazelle horns first; they are the best-known item.
- Visit mid-morning to avoid the late-afternoon queue.
- Budget MAD 20-60 for a tea and a few pastries.
- Expect long queues before major holidays.
When to visit
Mid-morning or early afternoon on a weekday; avoid the late-afternoon rush and the days before religious holidays.
Accessibility
The shop is compact with limited seating, and the surrounding Habous streets have arcades with some uneven paving. Visitors with mobility needs may find counter purchases easiest.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pâtisserie Bennis?
It is at 2 Rue Fkih El Gabbas in the Habous Quarter of Casablanca.
What are gazelle horns?
They are crescent-shaped pastries filled with almond paste and flavoured with orange blossom water.
Do I need a reservation?
No reservation is required; it is a counter-service shop.
Can I buy pastries as gifts?
Yes, pastries are sold by weight and can be packed in boxes.