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Sophie C
Drummondville, Canada · September 2026 · Couples
“Great”
A small restaurant in a hidden corner but one that is worth it. The view is exceptional!!!! The staff is friendly and the food is excellent.
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Welcome to
Chez Moussa
Aït Benhaddou
Since 2023
A family table
of Berber hospitality and homemade Moroccan cooking. For years, Moussa’s kitchen has welcomed travellers at the foot of the Ksar with tagines simmered over slow coals, warm amlou and endless mint tea. Every dish is made fresh, and every guest is received like family.
Have we piqued your interest?
Our doors are open every day, Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
a homemade Moroccan kitchen
CHEZ MOUSSA
Chez Moussa is a family restaurant beside the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, serving fresh homemade Moroccan food, from slow-cooked tagines to Friday couscous, with a breathtaking view of the ancient Kasbah. That's what we call home cooking. By visiting us, you let the stunning panoramic views from our rooftop and the flavours of authentic Moroccan home cooking do the rest.
A family table
of Berber hospitality and homemade Moroccan cooking. For years, Moussa’s kitchen has welcomed travellers at the foot of the Ksar with tagines simmered over slow coals, warm amlou and endless mint tea. Every dish is made fresh, and every guest is received like family.
Have we piqued your interest?
Our doors are open every day, Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
above the ancient Ksar
Immerse yourself
History, culture and gastronomy meet at Aït Benhaddou, the UNESCO-listed Ksar famous the world over, promising an unforgettable experience. Curled up in a sofa, relax in one of our cozy lounges, comfortably seated on our rooftop, basking in the sun or gazing at the stars. Chez Moussa guarantees a memorable experience, whether you are sharing it with family and friends or enjoying a peaceful break with your favorite book.
Let the magic unfold
you’re about to enter a new world. Chez Moussa is your must-visit culinary escape.
Discover
Our Kitchen
Moussa Digital Menu is available in
English
From vegetable tagines perfumed with saffron to couscous steamed the traditional way, Chez Moussa is more than just a restaurant: it’s a homemade culinary journey at the foot of the Ksar. Discover the dishes and spices that give Moroccan cuisine its soul.
The Only Cooking Class in Aït Benhaddou
The only restaurant in Aït Benhaddou where you can join a hands-on Moroccan cooking class, learn the secrets of the tagine from our family, then sit down to taste your own work.
Every dish is prepared with local and organic ingredients, and every table comes with the best view of the ancient Ksar.
Real stories and reviews from our guests in Aït Ben Haddou
THE CHEZ MOUSSA EXPERIENCE
4.8 out of 5 bubbles
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September 2026 · Family
“A magnificent experience, thank you Café Moussa”
A magnificent place with a very pleasant atmosphere! The service is excellent, the staff is welcoming and very friendly. The food is delicious and of very good quality. A truly successful experience, I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone visiting Aït Ben Haddou!
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Abdelhadi A
September 2026 · Family
“Satisfied”
Very beautiful experience at Café Restaurant Moussa! Warm welcome, excellent service, and delicious and generous Moroccan dishes. The place is magnificent with a very beautiful view of Aït Benhaddou. A pleasant and authentic atmosphere. I highly recommend it, especially to discover Moroccan cuisine in an exceptional setting.
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Frederique C
August 2026 · Family
“Stunning view of the ksar and delicious tagine!”
A magical place and tasty cuisine! Thank you for your hospitality!
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GMacP
October 2025 · Family
“Fabulous Food with an Excellent View”
Staff were lovely, friendly and welcoming and the food was excellent. The view is fantastic from both the main area and the rooftop terrace. Between us we had 2 chicken tagines, 1 kofta tagine, 1 merguez sausage and the lamb chops. All five of us loved our choices and the freshly squeezed orange juice and mocktails were a perfect accompaniment.
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dominique L
October 2025 · Couples
“Everything is 5 stars at Moussa”
The kindness of Karim, enjoy a lemon chicken tagine filled with Moroccan flavors, a magnificent view. Everything is 5 stars at Moussa.
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A rare gem at the gateway to the Sahara, Chez Moussa sits beside the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, the perfect pause for travellers seeking an authentic meal and a breathtaking view. It’s an immersion into Berber hospitality, where every guest is welcomed like family.
Our Story
The Chez Moussa Story
The Chez Moussa kitchen celebrates traditional Moroccan home cooking: slow-simmered tagines, couscous, bastilla and barbecue skewers, made with local spices and organic produce. Halal, vegetarian and vegan options abound, and no alcohol is served. Just fresh juices, mocktails and mint tea.
Discover the Menu
Authentic Home Cooking
Join us for breakfast before you climb the Ksar, or reserve a rooftop table for sunset. Table bookings and cooking-class reservations are always free: no hidden fees, no booking commissions. Call or WhatsApp +212 703-876297 and taste true Berber hospitality.
Reserve now
Your Table is Ready
Our Story
The CHEZ MOUSSA Story
A rare gem at the gateway to the Sahara, Chez Moussa sits beside the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, the perfect pause for travellers seeking an authentic meal and a breathtaking view. It’s an immersion into Berber hospitality, where every guest is welcomed like family.
Our Story
The Chez Moussa Story
Discover the Menu
Authentic Home Cooking
The Chez Moussa kitchen celebrates traditional Moroccan home cooking: slow-simmered tagines, couscous, bastilla and barbecue skewers, made with local spices and organic produce. Halal, vegetarian and vegan options abound, and no alcohol is served. Just fresh juices, mocktails and mint tea.
Discover the Menu
Authentic Home Cooking
Reserve Now
Your Table is Ready
Join us for breakfast before you climb the Ksar, or reserve a rooftop table for sunset. Table bookings and cooking-class reservations are always free: no hidden fees, no booking commissions. Call or WhatsApp +212 703-876297 and taste true Berber hospitality.
Reserve now
Your Table is Ready
MADE FOR
GOOD MOMENTS
After exploring the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, make Chez Moussa your next stop for lunch or dinner. Our rooftop terrace offers a romantic view of the ancient Ksar, ideal for sunset dining, a family meal, or a special night out.
We serve authentic Moroccan cuisine, including traditional tagines, couscous and signature à la carte dishes. Our 130 MAD set menu is a popular choice for travelers who want to taste the best of Moroccan food at a fair price. Mint tea keeps flowing, and children are always welcome.
Chez Moussa is a great restaurant in Aït Ben Haddou for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, reunions with friends and tour-group dinners. We tailor group menus and special moments to your needs and wishes. Just ask our team.
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Organized Groups & Business Inquiries
For travel agency partnerships, tour groups (10+ guests), or business collaborations, please email us at:
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YOUR HOST AT THE KSAR
MOUNIR AIT MALEK
Mounir welcomes every guest personally beside the ancient Ksar, the same way his family has welcomed travellers for years. Warm, generous and proud of his Berber roots, he makes Chez Moussa feel less like a restaurant and more like a home.
From the rooftop terrace to the cooking class table, everything revolves around fresh local ingredients, honest Moroccan flavours and true Berber hospitality. When you visit, ask for Mounir; he will make sure your journey through Aït Benhaddou ends with a full heart.
Part of the Family
About Chez Moussa & Our Cooking Classes
Chez Moussa, registered as Cafe Restaurant MOUSSA, is a family-run table beside the historic Ksar of Aït Benhaddou. Join our authentic Moroccan cooking class and learn how to prepare traditional tagines and use the spices that give local dishes their special flavour. Reserve your place online or visit us during your journey and enjoy true Berber hospitality.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Café Restaurant Moussa?
Café Restaurant Moussa (Chez Moussa) is beside the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, Ouarzazate 45000, Morocco, on the Marrakech road, a short walk from the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah. Coordinates: 31.045638, -7.1312119.
How much does the cooking class cost and how long is it?
The hands-on Moroccan cooking class costs 500 MAD per person and lasts 3 hours, ending with the 3-course meal you prepared.
What do you learn in the Chez Moussa cooking class?
You prepare a traditional Berber tagine from scratch, learn Moroccan spice blending and take part in a Moroccan mint tea ceremony, guided by the local kitchen team of Café Restaurant Moussa.
How do I book a table or the cooking class?
Booking is free with no hidden fees: message Café Restaurant Moussa on WhatsApp at +212 703-876297, or use the reservation form on this page; it opens WhatsApp with your details already filled in.
Is the food halal, and are there vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes. The kitchen is halal and offers vegetarian, vegan and organic dishes. No alcohol is served. The digital menu is available in 13 languages.
When is Café Restaurant Moussa open?
Every day, Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
15 minutes from the Kasbah. Perfect for lunch & dinner
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