Sacramento boasts a diverse culinary scene, and among its gems are several outstanding Moroccan restaurants that offer a unique dining experience. These establishments provide a taste of Morocco, complete with authentic dishes and a vibrant atmosphere. Here's a guide to some of the best Moroccan restaurants in Sacramento:
A traditional Moroccan Tagine dish.
Casablanca Restaurant
Casablanca offers an immersive Moroccan experience right in the heart of Sacramento. When you enter Casablanca, you don’t feel like you’re in the middle of the city. Vibrant red and gold colors are the intimate restaurant’s main color theme.
“The decor is sometimes called Moorish style because we don’t believe in idols or statues and (it’s) for the respect of our women,” Drissi said.
The recipes at Casablanca are 100 percent authentic Moroccan dishes. The most popular dish is the “Chicken Kabob” with honey sauce, sour cream, and almonds. Other entrees include “Couscous,” Morocco’s national dish.
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For customers willing to spend a little more to taste a bit of everything Casablanca has to offer, “The Sultan’s Feast” is the recommended choice. Casablanca also serves “Fresh Mint Tea” and “Orange Blossom Water,” which are popular in Morocco.
According to Drissi, the weekends are the busiest days for the restaurant.
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Moroccan Mint Tea, a staple in Moroccan cuisine.
Little Morocco Cafe
Little Morocco Cafe is a halal restaurant owned by Moroccan immigrant Jamaleddine Kabbaj. Here, customers can enjoy vigorously-spiced tagines and salads embellished with dates or chickpeas. On Fridays, couscous adorned with beef and roasted vegetables is a special treat.
Few $5 breakfasts are as appealing as Little Morocco’s baghrir, unflipped semolina pancakes pocked with little holes and soused with honey butter. The Marrakech shredded chicken sandwich lurks as a hidden gem on the arch-shaped menu - its salty green olives, lemon-marinated poultry and harissa paste doing wonders between slices of chewy baguette.
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A new vegetarian pizza takes center stage on the menu each day, its ends destined to be dipped in herby papi chulo hot sauce. Silver kettles pour mint-infused green tea from on high.
Other Notable Downtown Sacramento Restaurants
While focusing on Moroccan cuisine, it's worth mentioning other top restaurants in downtown Sacramento that also contribute to the city's diverse culinary landscape:
- Camden Spit & Larder: Known for its British-inspired dishes, particularly the roast chicken dinner and meat pies.
- Ella Dining Room & Bar: A Californian restaurant with a seasonal menu and a popular happy hour.
- Kodaiko Ramen & Bar: A forward-thinking basement ramen shop and cocktail bar.
These restaurants, along with Casablanca and Little Morocco Cafe, represent some of the best dining options in downtown Sacramento.
Whether you're craving authentic Moroccan cuisine or exploring other culinary delights, Sacramento's downtown restaurants offer something for every palate.
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