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Get InspiredAfricaMoroccoMarrakesh SafiEssaouiraMIMTI (ex- Azouka)

MIMTI (ex- Azouka)

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Restaurant·Intimate, Creative, Welcoming
MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI (ex- Azouka)
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MIMTI, formerly known as Azouka, has established itself as a premier culinary destination in Essaouira. This intimate restaurant is driven by the passion of its owners, who focus on a minimalist, daily changing menu—typically consisting of four starters and a single main course. The kitchen specializes in elevating traditional Moroccan ingredients through creative fusion techniques, ensuring every dish is fresh and flavorful. With only a few tables and a soundtrack of curated music, the space offers a personal and buzzy atmosphere. It is particularly well-regarded for its lunch service and its ability to accommodate various dietary needs, making it a standout choice in the heart of the medina.

MIMTI, formerly known as Azouka, has established itself as a premier culinary destination in Essaouira. This intimate restaurant is driven by the passion of its owners, who focus on a minimalist, daily changing menu—typically consisting of four starters and a single main course. The kitchen specializes in elevating traditional Moroccan ingredients through creative fusion techniques, ensuring every dish is fresh and flavorful. With only a few tables and a soundtrack of curated music, the space offers a personal and buzzy atmosphere. It is particularly well-regarded for its lunch service and its ability to accommodate various dietary needs, making it a standout choice in the heart of the medina.

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Address
Place Al Khaima,Rue Laalouj, Essaouira 44000, Morocco
Websiteinstagram.com
Phone07 00 66 67 35
Hours
Closed
Mon
Closed
Tue
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Wed
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Thu
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Fri
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Sat
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Sun
Closed

Highlights

  • Daily changing menu with four starters and one main.

  • Highly attentive owners and passionate service.

  • Fresh, elevated Moroccan flavors with a fusion twist.

  • Signature herb tonic drink that comes highly recommended.

  • Vibrant atmosphere featuring a great music selection.

Best For

Fresh, creative Moroccan fusion lunch in an intimate setting.

Dietary Options

vegetarian-friendly, vegan-friendly, gluten-free-friendly

Time of Day

Lunch, Dinner

Occasion Tags

Casual Dining, Lunch, Locals, Tourists, Solo, Date Night

Reviews

5.0
Excellent460 reviews

MIMTI in Essaouira is widely regarded by reviewers as one of the best dining experiences in the city, maintaining a perfect 5-star rating. Guests consistently praise the restaurant's unique concept of a short, daily changing menu that emphasizes freshness and creativity. The food is described as an elevated take on Moroccan cuisine, often featuring fusion elements and vibrant flavors that stand out from more traditional offerings. Reviewers frequently mention the warm and passionate hospitality of the owners, who are known to accommodate various dietary needs upon request. The atmosphere is intimate and lively, enhanced by a curated music selection that adds to the charm of the small space. Many visitors recommend trying the herb tonic and suggest returning multiple times to experience the evolving menu.

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Bani Antar, Essaouira, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco

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