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Since 1950 · Mamounia Palace

A historic restaurant in the heart of the medina of Tangier

Savour Moroccan gastronomy in an 18th-century building, where heritage and great cinema scenes meet.

The House

A place steeped in history at the heart of Tangier

Set in an 18th-century building in the heart of the medina, Mamounia Palace has welcomed travellers, locals and lovers of Moroccan culture since 1950 — a place where heritage and hospitality meet.

Over the decades, this landmark address has become a beloved gathering place, prized as much for its traditional cuisine as for its authentic atmosphere, preserved at the heart of one of Morocco’s most captivating cities.

“Since 1950, we have shared with our guests the traditions, the flavours and the hospitality that form the soul of Tangier.”

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Established
XVIIIe
Historic building
Cinema
Prestigious shoots
The house, on the corner of the Tangier medina
Culinary heritage

The flavours of the house

Recipes passed down through generations, faithful to Moroccan tradition.

Royal couscousThe house’s signature dish
HariraPrepared as it always has been
TagineSlow-cooked, richly spiced
PastillaSweet-and-savoury, in fine pastry
Mint teaThe ritual of hospitality
BrochettesMarinated in Moroccan spices
Events & Receptions

An exceptional house for your finest receptions

Private dinners, receptions and corporate events in the authentic setting of a historic house of the medina.

Private receptions

Celebrate in an 18th-century house in the heart of the medina.

  • Full or partial private hire for up to 200 guests
  • Customisable traditional menus (pastilla, couscous, tagines, pastries, tea), vegetarian options
  • Live music and oriental dance
  • Decoration and occasion cake on request

Groups & agencies

Table d’hôte for travellers and tour groups, received with the same care.

  • Fixed, transparent group menus, shared in advance
  • Capacity up to 200 guests, several sittings at lunch / dinner
  • Multilingual welcome, smooth handling of group arrivals
  • Preferential rates & direct contracts for agencies/partners (no touts)

Cinema & filming

Book the venue for your shoots, in a setting full of character.

  • Rental of the lounges for film shoots, photo shoots, press events
  • Authentic period décor (zellige, staircase, lounges), natural light
  • Location scouting by appointment, team available, easy medina access
  • On-site catering for the crew available
  • Dedicated contact for production / scouting
Filming location

Mamounia Palace on screen

Christopher Nolan2010

The famous scene where Cobb escapes the café takes place inside the restaurant itself, in the heart of the Tangier medina.

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ADDRESS

6 Rue Siaghine, Tangier

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HOURS

Every day: 10am – 10pm