Chez Lamine Hadj Mustapha Jemaa El Fna

Food is 10 out of 10! If you want to try lamb-go before 1pm. Beef tagine was also the best I have tried in Marrakesh. They have lovely rooftop terrace where you can see olive stalls. However if you are coming in mid day-probably better idea to sit one floor down where is not as hot. Definitely must try place when visiting Marrakesh.

One of reviewers said everything about this place is great except it is not instagram-able :) I beg to differ on the last point. It is a magnificent authentic very tasty example of local street cuisine though having those underground ovens bake whole lambs for hours does not necessarily qualify as fast food. You do not have to wait this long though :) We recommend lamb - with skin and fat and chicken cooked in the clay pot. And olives - to diversify the flavor. Eat this on the roof floor to fully appreciate the scenery around - in the company of guides who brought their tourist charges over and locals. Loved every minute of it both times we were there. Take a picture of the ovens too - makes for a great story to share.

If you’re in the old Medina of Marrakech, Hajj Lamine is a must-try for méchoui lovers. The lamb was cooked to perfection – tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. I went with my friends and we enjoyed every single bite. The sheep head meat was also absolutely delicious, one of the best I’ve ever had. The only small remark is that the service was a bit slow, and we had to wait before being served. But once the food arrived, it was totally worth it. This place has quickly become one of my favorite spots in Marrakech, and I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommended for an authentic and unforgettable culinary experience.

Perfectly cooked, soft and crispy at the same time absolutely delicious! The salad was fresh, local and full of authentic flavour. The view over Jemaa El Fna adds a special charm to the whole experience. A true local gem worth visiting for anyone who wants to taste real Moroccan cuisine.

Let’s get this out of the way the service is shitty. You’ll wait. You’ll wave. You’ll wonder if anyone even noticed you walked in. Don’t expect smiles or small talk. This place doesn’t care about that. But then the food arrives and suddenly, none of it matters. The lamb here is something else entirely. Slow roasted, smoky, tender to the bone meat that falls apart with a touch, fat that melts like butter. You taste it and think, Yeah, this is why people put up with it. The place is loud, a little chaotic, full of locals who know better than to complain. It’s not pretty, but it’s real the kind of joint Bourdain would’ve loved, rough service, amazing food, zero pretense. Go for the lamb, not the love. You’ll leave a little frustrated, a little greasy, and completely satisfied.

Lovely place, lots of locals, with a casual vibe. The lamb is truly excellent, probably the best food we’ve had in Morocco (we’ve tried a variety of places from higher end recommendations to off the beaten track). The lamb was sold out by 15:30, so come early for lunch! Get the lamb, tender, juicy and falling off the bone. Eat with your hands, get messy and then wash them in the sink by the stairs. The lamb took a while to come, be patient. It’s because of how popular it is and they had a back order - locals getting it to takeaway. It’s a must try place.

This place is loved by locals and tourists alike. If you do not know how to order, it is a bit of a challenge. If you want that lamb meat, you need to pick up a token from where the cooked meat is chopped and served. And wait for your turn. Unless you are a local/regular, it is a lottery around what sort of meat you get. You may get priced cuts or a pile of left over bits depending on where you are in the queue. Either way then slow cooked lamb with fatty meat with the cumin salt is still a meat eaters dream meal. It's always busy and be prepared to eat the best from a sheet of paper, with your hands. It is a surreal experience which we enjoyed for the uniqueness of this place with all its quirks

Honestly read some reviews and still went giving it the benefit of the doubt and a recommendation from a guide. And the tangia was tasty, but it was pretty small and not that meaty. For 200 dr, it felt like a rip off when you've been eating so well for decent prices elsewhere. Beyond the mechoui and the tangia, the rest is well priced. The place was fine otherwise, and the flavours were good.