Marrakesh Moroccan Restaurant

07/06/2008 Posted by Thuitema84

This is one of the best restaurants I've been to in a while...the food was great, my waiter was fantastic!, and the atmosphere was perfect. I went with two of my girlfriends after work so we didn't have to worry about parking (you'll want to think ahead of time if you're driving) - we got the couscous with lamb, the honey chicken, and a vegetarian dish that I can't pronounce, but did the whole 5 course thing (we all shared) - it was a great experience if you're into trying new things and different cultures (if you want a quick American-Italian meal, you'll need to go to Spaghetti Factory, this won't be your thing)! The prices were reasonable (its not super cheap though) - our meal I think was $80 - and that was including a bottle of Moroccan wine. Our waiter was attentive and charming - all three of us will definitely be visiting again. I would recommend this place if you want to try something new, interesting, good, but still affordable...

Pros: Atmosphere, Service, Food, New Experience

Cons: No Complaints, we loved it!

02/09/2008 Posted by RinaCakes

if your looking for something different and unique, this is it. i was deciding whether to go or not for my birthday and so i did this place is magnificent the food was lovely and had that special...how i say... foreignness to it. which is good because my friends are not that diverse until they ate their food also great for vegetarians my veggie friend came with and said wow this is great! i was glad i went Friday soo i recommend reserving a spot before you go the dancer was great too. it was funny cause i told her i danced tooo with this dancer and she said really? so i came up and we did a duo memorable night loved it

Pros: food, atmosphere, group dining

Cons: parking(try get there early)

02/06/2008 Posted by gakester8

we ordered their feast option (maybe had a different name), but it had all the entrees chosen for you. i'm not THAT adventurous of an eater and i liked pretty much everything! i loved the bread, the cuscus (even though it was hard to eat w/your hands), the dessert and the after dinner sugary minty tea. i wanted to try it once only using my hands, but i think i'd ask for a spoon next time. I have no clue if it was authentic. the belly dancing def. didn't last the entire meal, but it was pretty cool...except for the creepy guy who was tipping her a lot.

Pros: different than your ordinary restaurant, belly dancing

Cons: employees did not check on table between the courses, so often times my water glass was empty

11/20/2007 Posted by ashleykennedy

This is a good date spot, unique food, comfortable seating arrangements, and entertaining surroundings. The food was enjoyable and the staff was very friendly. A good pick when you are tired of your norms and want a nice comfortable night out.

Pros: Food, service and of course the belly dancer

Cons: Make it on time(if you don't want to rushed). They have 2 seatings time

11/20/2007 Posted by megan98121

My husband and I took my prim and proper parents to this place and we all had a great time. We ordered the "Royal Feast" and were pleasantly suprprised by how tasty each and every course was. The lentil soup was the starter--tender lentils in a creamy, spicey broth. Then the cucumber/eggplant salad was a refreshing change. The appetizer of meat and pastry was totally different than anything I've ever had before--sweet, yet meaty. We were then served 5 entrees and each was totally different--my favorites were the lamb/eggplant dish and the chicken/prune dish. Lastly, mint tea and pudding for desert. The server was very attentive to our needs (they even offered silverware, which we politely declined), all in an atomsphere that very much sealed the Morrocan experience. We'll definitely go again.

Pros: service was great(very friendly and comedian server), food just amazing

Cons: cannot complain(just try to make it on time for your reservation as they have 2 seatings time)

11/19/2007 Posted by ntonya

I have to say, i was very much looking forward to this restaurant, but a little dissappointed from my dinner there. The server who was nice, was not attentive at all, felt like he wanted to hurry through it all... it was hard to flag him down if at all. Other patrons had to help us try to flag someone down. Water service was poor... I agree with the other reviewers, this is a 5 course set menu restaurant, they do not offer the ala carte menu and i felt awkward asking for it. People at the restaurant looked rather bored, people gazing around alot with a blank stare. The food takes a little while to come out. The belly dancer was friendly and a nice touch. The main issue i had with the place was the food. There were hits and misses. I would not recommend getting the set menu since i didnt care for the soup/salad/dessert. The appetizer is very good, the bastille and a few of the entrees were decent, coucous marrakesh and the chicken with olives was good, but not worth going back for. The dessert is just chopped up apples which was a disappointing way to end the meal. They do not give you individual plates for you if you go in a group, so basically you have to poke around at each dish, then move large dishes around so that others can try it. Not a natural eating experience. The eating with your hands was fine, but i would have appreciated my own plate to put items on. I also felt that questions were an "inconvience" for the server. I think the other female server for other patrons seemed more attentive. So, it is indeed a unique dining experience, but i wouldnt expect too much... Bill for 6 people, $150 plus tip

Pros: interesting decor, belly dancer

Cons: food, service, set menu

08/03/2007 Posted by pennylane_1208

This is my favorite restaurant in Seattle. The atmosphere is fun and unique. The food is amazing and the service never disappoints. The best part is eating with your hands, watching the belly dancer, and the tea and fruit at the end.

Pros: Staff, service, atomosphere

Cons: parking

07/12/2007 Posted by foodexpert123

the owner is irresponsible. i came with my mother. and it was the first time i came to hang out with her since 2months since she lives in morocco. she knows a lot about morocco and she does not like marrakesh the restraunt. ok we ordered our food. and the poeple sitting next to us were odering beer. they ordered a couple beer. .the owner kept handing them beers when they asked. it was creepy. my mother was horrified. she went to the owner yelling at him about letting people drink tooo many beer's. he said it wasnt his fault and that he can let people have beer. and my mother said she will not sit next to people who are drinking wayyy tooo much. so she told him she'd write a bad review about them and she got her bag and we left. i do not recommend this place. uggg.

Pros: bad owner

Cons: bad service

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03/27/2007 Posted by sione

This is a delightfully different experience at Marrakesh. You can get a Moroccan dining experience right in Seattle. The food is a sumptuous mix of sweet and savory that pair well together. The 5-course dinner is a great choice to have most of the meal put together for you without having to make too many choices (and they already make the right ones). Be prepared to eat with your hands and sit on the floor. Make sure you'll be dressed comfortably. There is also belly dancing at the restaurant on some nights which is another added bonus that really adds to the whole dining experience. Marrakesh is a great restaurant that pairs great foods with a charming and enjoyable experience. The service there is also excellent and you needn't feel uncomfortable if you don't already know the routine, as they'll "help you through it". I definitely recommend this one highly to all of my friends and it makes a great date night activity.

Pros: Food, service, experience.

Cons: Like so many places downtown, parking is a bit of a bear. Be prepared to circle around a bit.

11/22/2006 Posted by pikake21

Although you need to understand that Moroccan food is very different from American food. You would think that that statement should go without being said, but it hasn't failed to amaze me how many times I have heard people state their hesitancy regarding the mix of sweet and savory in traditional Moroccan food, not realizing that they are in fact insuting a whole culture's cooking refinement and taste pallette. I am not Moroccan, but the food here is very nice. They incorporate sweet mixes into savory dishes, such as Apricots with Chicken..which at first, didn't make much sense to me. However, after trying it, I've come to find that I have a great regard for the taste! The mint tea is delicious as well--the whole experience is one you won't soon forget!

Pros: delicious meal, shared family style

Cons: difficut downtown parking