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#1 of 374 restaurants in Essaouira
Travellers’ Choice 2026
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ESSAOUIRA · MEDINARestaurant in Essaouira,
Restaurant in Essaouira,
the soul of Morocco.
Moroccan and international cuisine, fish and seafood, in the heart of Essaouira’s medina.
Some services fill up: please book ahead.
TRIPADVISOR#1 of 374 restaurants in Essaouira
Open daily11am — 11pm
ESSAOUIRAMédina
A PLACE APARTMore than a restaurant,
More than a restaurant,
an emotion to share.
In the heart of the medina, Butterfly Space creates a generous, refined experience. Fresh fish, local produce and Moroccan traditions meet in vibrant cuisine.
01Fresh arrivalsFish and seafood selected with the season and market.
02Moroccan heritageFamiliar flavours reimagined with precision and modernity.
ESSAOUIRAMEDINA
THE PLATEHonest by nature.
Honest by nature.
Refined by passion.
From our signature octopus salad to grilled daily fish, every plate celebrates the ingredient.
View menu and prices →THE PLACESoft light.
Soft light.
Natural elegance.
An intimate, warm atmosphere steps from the ramparts. For a bright lunch, dinner for two or a joyful gathering.
⌖14 Rue Laalouj · Essaouira Medina
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Your table in the heart of the medina
Butterfly Space welcomes you at 14 Rue Laalouj in Essaouira’s medina, every day from 11am to 11pm. Join us for lunch or dinner and discover Moroccan cuisine, fish and seafood, with dishes shaped by the market and the season.
Fish, seafood and Moroccan flavours
Octopus salad, grilled fish, shrimp linguine, tajines and grills: browse our dishes and prices before your visit. Seafood availability depends on the day’s arrivals; ask our team about the daily suggestions.
Plan your visit
Where is Butterfly Space in Essaouira?
You will find us at 14 Rue Laalouj, in Essaouira’s medina, 44100. Visit our contact page for directions or to call the restaurant.
When is the restaurant open?
We are open every day from 11am to 11pm for lunch and dinner. Choose an available arrival time in the booking form.
How do I book a table?
Choose your date, time and party size on our website, then send the pre-filled WhatsApp message. Your request can only be confirmed after you send that message and our team approves it.
How can I mention an allergy or dietary requirement?
Use the options in the booking form and mention your needs in your WhatsApp message. Please also discuss them with our team on arrival so they can check suitable dishes with you.
CHOOSE YOUR MOMENT
Experience Butterfly.
Send your request on WhatsApp. Your booking will be confirmed once our team has approved it. Your booking cannot be confirmed unless you send the WhatsApp message.
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