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Elizir

1 derb agadir medina, Essaouira, Morocco
024 47 21 03
Ranked #2 of 96 restaurants in Essaouira
4.5 of 5 stars 364 Reviews
Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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Good for: Romance, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
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Geneva, Switzerland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

the ambience is rather peculiar, not that of a standard restaurant, but more like a real home with various pieces of furniture, in different styles, lying here and there. food is mainly moroccan, loved my fish, paired with couscous, as well as the chocolate cake at the end (yes i did find a place in morocco where i loved chocolate!!)... More

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New York City
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

For us , it's now become mandatory whenever I return to Essaouira to visit ELIZIR at least once! This is a whole experience which continues to be refined by it's proprietor and owner Abdellatif Rharbaoui. The difficulty continues. I want to order everything on the menu. Filet de Boeuf, gnocchi, pistachio ravioli, Lamb Tangine...I've had them all twice and they... More

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Helsinki, Finland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I have travelled Morocco extensively, and can tell you that this place is a rare gem in many ways. This is not just a this is a dinning experience of mouth watering Moroccan , finely selected art work and intelligent interior design. With high end you can also feel that you are relaxed and welcomed. As soon as our group... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Really enjoyed our night here. Funky, art deco feel to the place. Really good, creative food. Good service.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW via mobile

This place was amazing. We disagree with the previous review- it really lived up to the hype! The decor is really unique, different in each room. It feels like you are inside a piece of art, but it's very homey as well. The food was incredible. They serve a wonderful mezze plate with warm wheat bread to start- a meal... More

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London, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Most of the reviews for this place were very positive and so we had high expectations. Our food was good - we chose the Sea Bass and Chicken - but not that different from things we had elsewhere. (That said the couple on the next table had the pasta and said that was excellent) The menu is relatively small -... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

After 2 weeks of couscous and tagines we were starting to wonder if Morocco could deliver any other foodstuffs and my word were we impressed with Elizir! A really eclectic mix of decor immediately made you feel as though you were in a Parisian 60s apartment and set the tone for a lovely romantic meal. The food came up to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

One of the best meals I have had in a long time! A very cool restaurant in the heart of the Medina - loved the quirky interior! The food was excellent (and very reasonably priced), beautifully presented and with an interesting mix of European and Morrocan dishes to choose from (including a complimentary naan/dip nibble to start). All the staff... More

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New York
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Elizir is a hip Moroccan restaurant with great food and service. Loved the decor and the food!

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Bristol UK
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2012

Best meal in morroco. Excellence service.. The puddings look great but we were too full Free mezzo starter excellent Ravioli like best home made in italy . not much veggie choice but so good worth a visit. Sit among 70s kitchen. Relaxed atmos. Huge glass excellent house wine 50dhm Loved it. Best meal in Mooroco tho most expensive at 130... More

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