Palacio Al Andalus Restaurant

Palacio Al Andalus Restaurant is a Moroccan fine dining restaurant inside the Palacio Al Andalus riad on Avenue Targhi in the medina of Chefchaouen, in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region of northern Morocco. The address, N 25 Avenue Targhi, places it in the old town, where Andalusian-style houses with courtyards, painted ceilings and carved woodwork recall the Moorish refugees who settled the town after the founding of its kasbah in 1471. Dining inside a riad gives the venue a more refined and traditional character than a street cafe. The signature offering listed is a Moroccan set menu, in which several courses are served in sequence. A typical sequence in northern Morocco begins with assorted salads and a soup, followed by a tagine or couscous as a main course, then fresh fruit or pastries with mint tea. Specific dishes depend on the kitchen and the season, so guests should ask the staff about the day's offering. The dining room is calm and elegant, the noise level is low, and the mood suits couples and small groups seeking a quieter meal. There is no formal dress code, but smart-casual clothing and modest dress are customary. As Chefchaouen is largely alcohol-free, the beverage list centres on mint tea, coffee, juices and soft drinks. The venue is rated mid-range for Chefchaouen at roughly 80-150 MAD (about $9-$16) per person, although the venue does not publish a full menu and set menus may cost more than the typical range, so confirm the price before ordering. Walk-in seating is usually possible, but because riad restaurants have a limited number of tables and often cook set menus to order, booking ahead by phone on +212 6 78 60 48 49 is wise for dinner and for groups, especially in spring, summer and on Moroccan holidays. The restaurant is reached on foot through the medina, along stepped, cobbled lanes.