Restaurant du Port de Pêche

Restaurant du Port de Pêche is a seafood restaurant inside the working fishing port of Casablanca, Morocco, on Boulevard des Docks. It is one of a small group of simple restaurants within the port enclosure, and it appeals to visitors who want fish that has come off the boats a short distance away. The setting is functional rather than polished, with fishing vessels, nets and port activity visible from the dining area.

The menu focuses on grilled fish, calamari and paella. Diners usually choose from the catch of the day, which is grilled simply with olive oil, lemon and salt and served with salad and fries or rice. Calamari is fried or grilled, and the paella offers a rice-based option for groups that want a shared dish. Prices are among the more affordable for a sit-down seafood meal in Casablanca, at about MAD 150-300 per person (roughly $16-32), with the final amount depending on the fish and weight.

The dining room is casual, with plain tables, quick service and a lively midday crowd of port workers, local families and curious visitors. Noise is moderate to high at lunch. No dress code applies, and the atmosphere is more about the food than the decor. Alcohol service in port restaurants varies, so visitors who want a drink should check before sitting down.

No reservation is needed at lunch, and walk-in tables are normally available. Dinner is also served, although the port is quieter after dark and many visitors prefer lunch. A key practical point is access: the port gate may require showing ID, so visitors should carry a passport or national identity card. Taxis can drop passengers at the entrance, and a driver can be asked to wait. The restaurant is close to the old medina and the Sqala bastion, which makes it easy to combine with a walk through that part of the city. Visitors who want a more formal seafood setting with sea views can compare it with the Corniche restaurants in El Hank and Ain Diab, which cost considerably more.