2 Best Restaurants in Fez and the Middle Atlas, Morocco

If you seek a change from tagines, head to the sophisticated surrounds of the Hotel Sahrai and this classic French bistro, decked out in soothing neutral tones with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the terrace. Steak frites and chocolate fondant are the go-to dishes, washed down with a fine French red, but the catch of the day and Lebanese meze are also on the menu. Sunday brunch is expansive and popular.

The menu of this lounge bar and restaurant features French-influenced fare such as magret de canard (duck breast) and sole meunière, and international favorites such as Caesar salad and hamburgers, backed up with an impressive wine list. One of the city’s most stylish eateries, the minimalist design channels industrial chic with rough-hewn stone walls, slate floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows, complemented by sleek contemporary furniture. Reservations are recommended.