Cafe Montreal

Rating: 4.3 / 5 (97 reviews)

Local Charm

So lovely to find a cafe full of locals rather than tourists, after a few hours of wandering around. Lovely cup of mint tea. Nice place to chill in the shade and watch the world go by.

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Description

Situated in the vibrant heart of Jemaa El Fna square, this charming café offers an authentic local experience that draws visitors seeking genuine Moroccan culture. With a welcoming atmosphere, it serves as a delightful retreat from the bustling crowds and a perfect spot to enjoy a refreshing mint tea or a robust coffee. The café’s slightly off-the-beaten-path location ensures that it is primarily filled with locals, adding to the sense of authenticity and community.

Patrons rave about the attentive service, which includes a staff that is both friendly and efficient. In fact, one visitor praised the staff’s commitment, recounting how a waiter dashed down the street to fetch fresh orange juice after realizing they had run out. Such dedication to customer satisfaction sets this café apart and contributes to its positive reputation. While some reviews pointed out minor shortcomings like stale pastries, these instances seem to be overshadowed by the warmth of the service and the charm of the café itself.

The ambiance is further enhanced by the café’s prime location for people-watching, particularly from its outdoor seating. Guests have noted the thrill of watching the lively activities in the square, including snake charmers and local entertainment, providing a rich backdrop as they sip their drinks. This café also provides an inviting space for sports enthusiasts, with patrons gathering to enjoy football matches, lending an energetic buzz that adds to the communal feel of the place.

For those needing a quiet spot to work, the café offers reliable, lightning-fast internet, making it an ideal choice for digital nomads. This functional aspect, combined with the low prices for drinks and the cozy setting, makes the café an excellent option for both work and leisure. Overall, this café captures the essence of Moroccan hospitality, blending excellent service, local flair, and a lively atmosphere, ensuring that every visit feels memorable.

Highlights

• Excellent Service: Great place! Delicious coffee, excellent service. Our waiter ran down the street when he realized they had run out of orange juice after we ordered it to get us some! 10/10 will come back :) thank you!!!!!
• Multilingual Staff: Nice place, just a bit full with people for my taste. The staff is really nice and taking care with guests perfectly even in the middle of the day. They speaks English too, and of course French, Arabic and Berber. They have great tea and coffee.
• Cultural Experience: Wonderful to have a coffee and a smoke here. My first stop in the Medina in Marrakech. It’s great to watch the show in Jemaa El Fna, with all the snake charmers and hustlers. Marrakech was definitely one of the highlights for me in Morocco! It is such a thrill to walk through the massive Medina and see a diverse array of cultures and backgrounds all getting along!
• Work-Friendly Environment: Cheap coffee / tea and lightning fast internet, seriously this is the place to have a work call if you need reliable rapid speeds

Features

Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in, Alcohol, Coffee, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Bar on site, Toilets, Casual, Cosy, Groups, Good for kids, Kids’ menu, Free of charge street parking, Free parking lot

Opening Hours

• Monday : 8 am to 11 pm
• Tuesday : 8 am to 11 pm
• Wednesday : 8 am to 11 pm
• Thursday : 8 am to 11 pm
• Friday : 8 am to 11 pm
• Saturday : 8 am to 11 pm
• Sunday : 8 am to 11 pm

Directions

Address: J2G7+M48, Marrakech 40000, Morocco View on Google Maps