Zahra's Grill is a much-loved Essaouira grill house where fresh fish and seafood are cooked over charcoal. It's a relaxed spot known for the quality of the daily catch and generous, simply grilled plates.
Why eat here
Zahra's Grill is one of Essaouira's favourite spots for charcoal-grilled fish, prized for the freshness of its seafood.
Unlike many places, it grills over charcoal, giving the catch a smoky char that regulars come back for.
The style is simple and generous — whole grilled fish, prawns and seafood platters rather than fussy plating.
Set in the newer part of town, it has a relaxed, welcoming feel and is well worth the short trip from the medina.
Cuisine
Fresh fish and seafood grilled over charcoal.
Simple Moroccan grill house, generous portions.
Best time
Good for lunch or an early dinner; portions are generous, so come hungry.
How to combine
It is in the Ville Nouvelle (new town) just outside the medina walls, an easy walk or quick taxi from the ramparts.
Menu highlights at Zahra's Grill include Whole grilled fish of the day, Grilled prawns, and Mixed seafood platter.
Zahra's Grill is known in Essaouira for fresh fish and seafood cooked over charcoal, with regulars praising the quality of the daily catch and the smoky, simply grilled plates.
Yes. It is one of the Essaouira restaurants that grills over charcoal, which gives the fish and seafood their distinctive smoky flavour.
Zahra's Grill is in the Ville Nouvelle (new town), just outside the medina walls, an easy walk or short taxi ride from the ramparts.
Yes. It focuses on fresh fish and seafood — whole grilled fish, prawns and mixed platters — making it a strong choice for seafood lovers.