Restaurant Le Jardin Ben Youssef.

A pretty garden restaurant near Ben Youssef Madrasa.

This garden restaurant was a lucky find whilst I was trying to find the Museum of Perfume in the medina.

Located within a space dedicated to female artisans,  this cooperative is a lovely place to have lunch. Blossoms of pretty flowers fill a large  courtyard garden. Plants and an attractive water feature make it feel peaceful and relaxing. It’s the perfect atmosphere to enjoy some ‘Me Time’.

Despite it being the middle of December, the flowers were in full bloom. I could only imagine how beautiful it would look in the spring.

I ordered a vegetable tagine with a fruit smoothie, and the food was delicious.

Friendly cats snoozed in the flower beds, and birds sang in the trees. The sun shone, and I was in my element sitting amongst a sea of pretty colours. The restaurant is a hidden gem, but I doubt it will be a secret for long.

The restaurant attracts tourists and locals alike and serves traditional Morroccan cuisine and European food. Prices are very reasonable and ideal for travellers on a tighter budget. The menu caters to vegetarians and vegans also. It is open daily from 9.30 until 10.00 and you can find it at Amsefah,Rte Sidi Abdelaziz.

The restaurant is a garden with no indoor seating, so do check the weather forecast for rain before arriving.

I loved relaxing at Le Jardin Ben Youssef. I will make a point of eating here each time I visit Marrakech. The staff were welcoming, and I felt perfectly comfortable sitting by myself. I enjoyed the peaceful setting away from the busy crowds. The secluded garden with its flora and fauna was just what I needed.