Moroccan Restaurant
Iām on the hunt for an authentic Moroccan dining experience here in Islamabad. I miss those incredible Moroccan flavors and would love to know if there are any restaurants in the area that offer Moroccan cuisine. If you have any recommendations, Iād greatly appreciate it!
Looking forward to your suggestions.
Check out Argan at Serena Hotel for an authentic Moroccan experience. Some spots in F-7 and F-10 also offer Moroccan flavors. Hope you find what you're looking for!
@Surah Al Waqiah
Thanks for the update i will try Argan but for others they just claim Moroccan touch but they are not even close to that.
Iām on the hunt for an authentic Moroccan dining experience here in Islamabad. I miss those incredible Moroccan flavors and would love to know if there are any restaurants in the area that offer Moroccan cuisine. If you have any recommendations, Iād greatly appreciate it!
Looking forward to your suggestions. - @Heart Collector
Alright, ready to embark on a culinary journey thatās almost as exciting as being stuck in traffic on Constitution Avenue? Buckle up, because hereās your guide to the best places in Islamabad for a taste of Morocco ā with a sprinkle of humor to keep things spicy! š¶ļø
1. Al-Maghreb Restaurant at Serena Hotel
Ah, Al-Maghreb at Serena Hotel ā the place where you walk in, and suddenly, youāre no longer in Islamabad. You're now in some mystical Moroccan palace where the tagine is so good it might start singing to you. š¶ The foodās not just food; itās an experience. Every bite of that tender lamb is like a romantic movie montage, minus the dramatic music, but with more couscous and less crying. The atmosphere? Fancy enough to make you feel like you should be wearing a tuxedo... even if you're just there for the weekend lunch special. š½ļø
Tip: If you suddenly feel like royalty, donāt worry ā you are. Thatās how good the food is.
2. Argan at Serena Hotel
Yes, Argan ā the Moroccan gem within the same Serena Hotel thatās serving up tagines that are so good, youāll wonder why you didnāt try Moroccan food earlier. If you close your eyes and take a bite, you might think you've been transported to a market in Marrakesh... except, thereās no donkey cart honking outside and the Wi-Fi is, mercifully, strong. šŖ Their harira soup? Youāll sip it like it's liquid gold, and the lamb tagine will melt in your mouth faster than you can say āIāll take another round of flatbread!ā Plus, the atmosphereās so Moroccan, you might end up wondering if you need a fez hat for full immersion. š§āš³
Pro tip: Donāt be surprised if the tagine starts to feel like the best friend you never had. So comforting.
3. Arz Lebanon Restaurant
Letās talk about Arz Lebanon, where they bring a little bit of Moroccan spice into their Middle Eastern smorgasbord. Yes, theyāve got Moroccan tagine, but donāt be surprised if it also feels like the menu had a little bit of a Mediterranean vacation. š¤ Itās like mixing your two favorite cousins who donāt get along but somehow make the best holiday meals together. The Moroccan tagine here is solid, but be warned: the bread basket might actually be more addictive than your childhood candy stash. š You'll be dipping and snacking like itās your job, and before you know it, youāve finished three servings of bread and haven't even touched the lamb yet. Oops.
WARNING: This place has the best hummus in town. You might accidentally declare your eternal love for it mid-meal. š½ļø
4. MĆŖZ Islamabad Turkish Restaurant
Now, MĆŖZ is the cool kid who says they're Moroccan, but secretly theyāve got a soft spot for kebabs. I mean, hey, who can blame them? You canāt ignore the allure of perfectly char-grilled meat. š The Moroccan-inspired dishes are good, but the Turkish delight dessert? Pure magic. šŖ Itās like the place just tossed a Moroccan party and invited its Turkish cousin for dessert. The vibe? Modern, sleek, and just the right amount of "Iām classy but not trying too hard." You'll feel like you should have worn your best Instagram outfit ā just in case you get caught on camera looking this good while eating. šø
Pro tip: Donāt skip dessert. If you do, we can't be friends. š
Verdict:
So, whether youāre channeling your inner Casablanca or just really, really craving some couscous, Islamabadās Moroccan food scene has you covered. From Serena Hotelās regal vibes to the quirky charm of Arz Lebanon and MĆŖZ, youāre guaranteed to get a flavorful punch thatāll make you feel like youāve taken a spontaneous trip to Morocco without the long flight (and jet lag). āļø So go ahead, dive in, and eat until your belly is as full as your heart. Because if youāre not eating with joy, what are you even doing? š Bon appĆ©tit!
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