Le Slimana, Restaurant in the medina of Marrakesh, Morocco
Le Slimana is a restaurant set in an old riad in the medina of Marrakesh, close to the Ben Youssef Medersa. The building has three floors around a central courtyard, with two bars and a rooftop terrace.
The building that houses the restaurant is a traditional riad, the kind of inward-facing urban house that has been common in the medina of Marrakesh for centuries. The space was later converted into its current form as a modern restaurant that brings together local craft and contemporary design.
The walls of the restaurant are painted a bold orange, which stands out from most places in the medina. This color choice reflects a deliberate effort to mix traditional Moroccan craftsmanship with a contemporary style that feels different from the usual tourist spots.
The restaurant is in the medina of Marrakesh near the Ben Youssef Medersa, and it is best reached on foot through the narrow lanes of the neighborhood. Booking in advance is recommended, especially in the evenings or during special events.
On the ground floor, next to the dining area, there is a small shop selling goods made by local craftspeople, from textiles and ceramics to spices. The ground floor bar is entirely clad in orange zellige tiles and doubles as a jazz venue on select evenings.
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