Our friend was visiting from out of town and we've been meaning to try this spot. It's located next to a gas station, flower shop and liquor store with very little parking! Luckily, we made reservations and had an early bird dinner. The vibes transported me to the orients walking into this hidden gem! There's nothing like this in LA and I was shocked to discover this existed in Carmichael of all places. We have a little Moroccan on my sister's side of the family and I've been low key obsessed Arabic music and dancing. Sawako blessed us with a night we won't forget with her moves and energy. We couldn't have been blessed with a better dancer and supplier of good spirits! She danced with the entire restaurant patrons except the shy ones. The music was incredible and they're even played Nancy Ajram's banger hit, YaTabTab! Okay enough about the ambience - it was 10/10. The food was phenomenal! Everything was fresh, flavorful and seasoned to perfection. It was my first time feasting Moroccan styles like this and I would definitely take visitors back wanting a special night out. Bring your own liquor and no cork fee, yay! Our waiters and waitresses were very friendly. Overall I would give this place a 5/5. Because we were early, our food arrived on time but I could see the bigger parties had to wait a little while! Zero complaints and very reasonable pricing on the food and overall experience. I would highly suggest having cash to tip the dancer. She comes out every 20 minutes and performs to about 4 songs. We could have stayed the whole night! Thank you Casablanca for your hospitality and amazing experience from belly to ears, I have never smiled so much at a restaurant! read more

I used to live not far from here but never knew it was there, despite my addiction to Yelp! Well I moved away but my mom wanted to get together for dinner and she found Casablanca. I was very excited to try it since I used to go to Moroccan and North African restaurants all the time when I lived in Europe. For first timers, the menu is a bit confusing, so here is how it works. You choose the dinner you want at the top, there are two choices. We both got the first one. It comes with the appetizers listed below, they are not extra. Then you choose which of the dinner items you want: couscous, tajine, etc. Then it comes with tea and dessert. Everything is included, which makes it a really great deal. We also ordered iced mint tea, which was very refreshing. The appetizers were amazing , and very generous portions too. Lentil soup, spiced carrot salad, some of the best hummus anywhere, generous basket of pita bread, AND a sort of flaky filo tart filled with nuts and spices, and topped with cinnamon and powdered sugar, that was like a new take on baklava. All this was a meal for two in and of itself! We couldn't finish them. I ordered the veggie couscous and my mom ordered the chicken cooked with plums tajine. We decided to eat family style so we could both enjoy everything, and enjoy we did. The flavors were spot on. Everything was so good. Then they gave us both a small piece of baklava and warm mint tea for dessert. We didn't end up finishing any one thing between the two of us, and there were enough leftovers for a sizable meal the next day. I highly recommend this restaurant. Not only was the food amazing, but the people working there were so nice and friendly. It really makes for a great experience. read more

Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant - Chicken with plums tajine, veggie couscous, all the appetizers, and iced mint tea. - Moroccan Near Me - Sacramento, California

Let's start with the ambience absolutely amazing from the aesthetics to the people to the entire vibe. The place is just amazing.. The staff was friendly, welcoming and very attentive to everyone in the restaurant. The food oh my God, I'm just gonna say it's an experience. It's definitely something to brave about something to go back and try again and we definitely will be back. The kids enjoyed it. We enjoyed it. Everybody in a restaurant. Enjoyed the whole entire night. read more

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Food was good, but expensive and the dancer was out of shape. Ambiance was like I was in another country. Service was good.

Casablanca is a hidden gem in Sacramento! I've never had Moroccan food and was excited to try this place out. Dinner is in a set menu, my boyfriend and I ordered the Sultan's feast which was $36 per person. It included appetizers, the entrees, and dessert with mint tea. Everything was super delicious and yummy. My favorite was the couscous and beef stew. One thing to note was that the pastilla was heavily topped with powdered sugar and the honey chicken was a tad too sweet. My palate is pretty sensitive to sweet stuff so at times it was a bit overbearing. The chicken however was delicious once you got past the sweetness! The spices contrasted well with the honey. I think if it was less drenched in the honey sauce I would eat more of it. We made a reservation at 5 but turns out we didn't really needed it, when we came we were the first customers. I wasn't sure how busy this place would be on a Friday night. Service was a little slow at first and unfortunately we weren't provided with a hand cleansing bowl like someone mentioned in a previous review nor did we get to experience watching the belly dancers. Perhaps we came too early, but we will be back a next time. read more

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WOW FACTOR? Mint tea (both iced and hot) are delicious. Wonderful environment of walking into a lovely Moroccan restaurants from a strip mall parking lot! HAVE AGAIN: Sultan's Feast is what we've always had, but this is our first time returning after many years. Most dishes were delicious. Added honey chicken turned out to be the best of all the dishes. Excellent service. NOT HAVE AGAIN: B'Stella Royal almond dish is very much different from a dozen years ago. It used to be absolutely wonderful, but this version was somewhat bitter and disappointing. Meat balls were just not very tasty. read more

My husband and I have lived overseas twice and my husband has eaten all over the world. We love good food. Casablanca excels. Our first visit was a couple of years or so ago. It was a Yelp recommendation to our search for healthy food. We had never eaten Moroccan food before so we put ourselves in the hands of the owner. The owner was friendly, gracious and kind. He picked our menu and we were beyond impressed. The food was exceptional. So full of flavor! His wife was the cook. From the outside Casablanca is very unassuming. When you enter it is reminiscent of entering a middle eastern or African tent. The walls and ceiling are covered with cloths in patters representative of Morocco. Low tables with large, metal dish-like table tops. The seating is low benches along the walls and short stools, all done in a stunning red. The colors and contrasts are a feast for the eyes. On this trip two nephews were in charge, one cooking and one out front. Like their uncle they were kind, friendly, informative and helpful. A top ten lifetime dining experience. And the second trip was as wonderful as the first. I took a cousin from this area and she fully agreed that this is a hidden gem. read more

Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant is as good as ever. They recently re-modeled, updated their decorations, and opened up the private room to make the place larger and more inviting. I brought my family here pre-pandemic and we enjoyed all the food and belly dancer entertainment. I dropped by with my wife on a weekday to check out how they were before bringing the whole family back here and I'm excited to bring them back, the food is as good as before! We ordered Sultan's Feast which comes with many items and actually confused me on what I was eating but everything was fresh and tasteful. Food came out as we finished each dish. Our favorite dish was the B'stela Royal, a crispy cinnamon filo dough with eggs and almonds. I appreciated the upbeat music and our waiter constantly checking up on us. Our drinks never ran dry. Our feast felt like it was made for a Sultan and we were able to bring the leftovers home. read more

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We have ordered dinner for pick up here over the past few years. Tonight we ordered vegetarian couscous and beef stew. Delicious. The hummus was flavorful. The people who work here are pleasant and the food plentiful and delicious. Definitely recommend. read more

Not bad! I've been eyeing this place for quite awhile and was glad to finally go with a friend. First, the restaurant is MUCH smaller than the photos I had seen implied. It is one small room with bench booths lining the walls and ottomans in the center with maybe 8 small tables. The middle of the room is kept empty for the belly dancer who came out and performed 3 times while we were there. It's very intimate and you are right next to other guests. Not a place for private or confidential conversations. Or, really, any conversations. Lol The music was sooooo loud. We had to yell at each other to be heard. I think maybe someone wasn't monitoring the volume levels in between the performances as it would always get louder when the dancer came, but then it stopped getting turned back down. The food was okay. I don't think I've ever had Moroccan food before, but I have had Mediterranean and food in Egypt and Jordan. Slightly different twists on similar dishes, but my one complaint was that everything provided in the Sultan's Feast was sweetened (except the hummus). There was a savory phylodough meat pie that was smothered in powdered sugar. The mint tea was syrupy sweet. The Moroccan almond coffee was super sweet, too (but very interesting--to drink and chew your coffee! Hm!). There was a vegetable dish that we couldn't fully identify.... I think it was tomatoes... and that was sweet, also. Not my flavor preference, but it might be for others! The vegetarian couscous was the best dish for me. The beef tagine was boring and reminded me of Irish stew with all of the peas. The lentil soup was also good, pureed. All in all, the experience was unique but nothing about the food inspires me to return. read more

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This place was great and the flavors took me back to Morocco. It's a wonderful country and in the interim before I make a return trip to the African continent, it's nice to have a place in town that serves Moroccan cuisine. The staff were great, although busy. They were accommodating, checked in on us, and more. There was a belly dancer, a nice entertaining show while eating. The food was all really good. We got a Sultan's feast and I enjoyed it all. The carrot dish, bastilla, and tagine were my personal highlights, but like I said, they were all great. To be honest, the bastilla beat out various versions I had in Morocco. I'd gladly go again to this restaurant. It was a great time, and based on the other people in the restaurant, we weren't the only ones that enjoyed our time there. The mint tea was great, reminiscent of how much I drank while in the country. I will say: they do serve it with sugar by default. A few places in Morocco asked if we wanted sugar, but here, they'll give it to you with that sweetness. For those sensitive to sugar or want the mint tea experience without it, I'd be sure to ask first. My companion had a smile on their face the entire night, especially with the belly dancing. That right there made it a 5 star experience, but I'm not even including that in my review hehe read more

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I've been wanting to try Moroccan food for a long time, not just for the food, but for the experience, especially with a group of friends. Sadly, this was not the experience I was looking for. If it hadn't been for the company and the fun birthday celebration on the other side of the room, I'd have left much sooner. The service: One of our friends was hesitant to hang out because she had to pick up her kids about 90 minutes after arriving. The man who welcomed us said no problem, we'll bring your food very quickly. The bread was brought out 30 minutes later with the entrees coming out 80 minutes later, and our friend had to leave without eating with us. When it was time to leave, we still had several plates of unfinished appetizers which were just stacked up and taken away without asking if we wanted boxes for them. It was a tremendous waste of food, especially since the appetizers were really the only decent food we received. The food: We ordered the Royal Dinner @$32.95 each person - I selected the Tajines Lamb with honey sauce and almonds. Sounds tasty, right? What I got was eight small pieces of pot roast that was so dry, even the overly sweet and inedible honey sauce couldn't overcome it. Another friend ordered the lamb and also commented that he got dry pot roast, too. None of our party were impressed with the food. The entertainment: I admit it takes a special person to perform in front of others. I can't dance for shit and have no problem admitting it. That said, I have zero desire to dance in front of others. What most of us didn't want or need was a bellydancer who made uncomfortably long eye contact, or staring in our direction while pushing us to come out and dance with her. Especially after we made it clear we didn't want to do it. When that failed, she made sure to show us the multiple ways we could tip her. I really had higher hopes, but I won't be going back. Hopefully, my next foray into Ethiopian food will be better. read more

Great food was delicious n service was great had the dancer she was good took my son for his 18th birthday read more

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this place is fantastic! We went for my best friends birthday and it was truly an awesome experience. The setting was quaint but enough space for everyone to feel communal when it was time but separated when we wanted to talk amongst ourselves. the food was delicious! The owner was soooo attentive and patient as we struggled to decide on what we wanted. Every dish was better than the last. I cannot wait to go back soon. Its a place I absolutely recommend read more

Wanted to try out Moroccan cuisine and found out about Casablanca. The website wasn't very informative nor had any information for reservations so we just walked in. We were the first people that evening so we did feel a bit weird looking at the ambience and low lighting and low seating. The staff was not super pleasant and actually gave us the wrong menus so we didn't even know what to order. Finally after getting the correct menus and realizing that they only have 2 pre fixed menu choices, we opted for the Sultans Feast. As the food started to come in, we were amazed to see the variety and deliciousness of each dish. The lentil soup, hummus, filo bread dish and the entrees (couscous with veggies, beef tajine, honey chicken) were all fantastic. The dinner ended with baklava and mint tea. There was also a belly dancing performance which was wonderful. It was the perfect entertainment to a great delicious meal. Totally enjoyed our time and will be back again for more. read more

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I haven't made a review in forever. But I couldn't help myself with this place!! Wow what a pleasant surprise. I came into the restaurant with low expectations because my friend and I were the first ones in there. (That changed shortly after). But the food was insanely good. Like you can tell the chef knew exactly what he was doing. I really highly recommend everyone goes. There's this chicken dish with like a sweet cream/yogurt inside. It was honestly probably one of the best things I've ever tasted. The baklava was insanely good paired with the insanely delicious mint tea. The appetizers were great-- especially the chopped pickled carrots. Oh, and my absolute favorite was the b'Stela Royal. It's a pastry dough that has meat, almonds, I don't know what else, and it was topped with powdered sugar. I don't know how they did it, but it was sensational. I need everybody to go here. They also had a belly dancer which adds to the experience. She was teaching me a few moves also. Best $40 ever spent!!!! read more

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The owner was very tentative and checked in on my daughter's birthday dinner several times throughout our stay. He brought out each course and provided cleansing bowls and towels in between. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was quaint, exotic and fun. Thank you for helping us celebrate her birthday. read more

My best friend and I are currently driving home from our evening at Casablanca Moroccan restaurant. Sadly, we are racing to get to the Pepto-Bismol and and whatever else we can devour to eliminate the rancid aftertaste of the truly horrific baklava dessert... Formerly my favorite dessert ! I can never enjoy baklava again! Very, unfortunately, this was only the final straw in a Gastronomical nightmare costing a mere 40 bucks or so each. I will admit the place was decorated nicely, the belly dancer was fine, and the pastry served halfway through the meal was absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately, it was the only food item given much creative or culinary thought. The rest tasted neither spicy nor fresh, but rather weekold, from a can, or horrifically under spiced. The food needs a complete overhaul, but the atmosphere gets a star of its own. Go there if if you're comfortable with eye contact from bellydancers, but until they change the recipe recipes, we advise you to eat before you go! read more

One of my favorite places to go. Such an amazing experience and the food is wow! The owners are amazing.

The service was terrible. The food when we actually were finally served was good. But, I was so angry about being ignored while the staff serviced 6 tables who All arrived after we did, that I could barely taste it. I will never return to this restaurant!!! read more

My first taste of Moroccan food was 20 years ago at Epcot that was so memorable, I immediately started looking for a Moroccan restaurant in the Bay Area upon my return. That resulted in my love affair with Aziza, followed by Mourad and even stopped at Chef Mourad's newest venture Waicoco in Maui last year. When an IG friend posted her Sultan Feast at Casablanca in Sacramento, I immediately bookmarked it for my next visit. I'm not the "Will Travel For Food" Yelper for nothing and yes, this Royal Dinner was worth it. The honey lamb was a bit too sweet and drippy for me but the basteeya and the couscous was perfect. Belly dancing is usually available on Fridays and Saturdays so reservations would be recommended then. Otherwise, weeknights are pretty open. read more

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I have been wanting to visit Casablanca since I first moved to Sacramento and I'm so glad I finally had the opportunity. When I first walked in I noticed the restaurant was much smaller than I imagined, but it felt cozy. The tapestries on the walls and the the light fixtures created an enjoyable ambiance. I think I made the right choice coming for the first time on a Thursday night as it wasn't packed. I will say, if you are looking for a quick experience, that is not what you will get at Casablanca. Things moved a little slowly. but you understand why once you try the food. We opted for the Sultan's Feast which came with starters and chef picked dishes ( veggies couscous, beef tajin, and chicken kabab) Starters: lentil soup, salad that hammam (pita, hummus, and a carrot salad I think it was), and b'stela royal - I was unable to enjoy the pita, as I am gluten free, but I tried the carrot salad and it was delicious so, I just ate that with a spoon. - The brought out the b'stela royal next, I mentioned I was gluten free, and they put together a bowl of rice with honey and almonds for me. It was delicious. I would come back just to eat that rice honestly. I didn't try the couscous, but the Beef Tajin and Chicken Kabab were fantastic! The beef was so tender. The food had the kind of simplistic vibe that only comes with dishes that have been lovingly crafted. Like going to someone's home and eating something that's been passed down from their great grandma. And I will say that is the aura of Casablanca. I only saw a couple of people working, and with the slower pace, you just knew whatever they came out with next was going to be mouth watering. I didn't feel like I was at a restaurant that was hustling to get out dishes, I felt like I was enjoying a home cooked meal. A few honorable mentions: They wash your hands before the meal which I thought was neat, the mint tea is insanely good. I would buy the tea by the jug if I could. They also did a cute moment for someone's birthday. All in all, what Casablanca lacks in parking, they make up for with their dishes. I can't wait to come back and try the other tajins. Next time I will be sure to mention my gluten allergy at the beginning! I highly recommend visiting Casablanca. The staff were very kind and friendly, the food is amazing, and it is a great space to come with a group. read more

My partner has been raving about this place for the past two years and we finally got to check it out on our way back from Tahoe. It was easy to make a reservation by calling the restaurant. The inside is very cozy and has a very warm feel. They have floor and bench seating around the gold tables. They start you off by having you rinse your hands before the ongoing feast begins! There are two menu options to follow and both will give plenty of food. My favorite fish from their menu is their pastilla!! I made it once before and did not like it, but it made a huge difference actually trying it from a delicious restaurant. My second favorite dish was their carrot appetizer, followed by their dessert. You must get the mint tea! The owner is the kindest and very accommodating to costumers. Note: the restaurant will be closed from July 5th-mid August 2022. read more

Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant - Moroccan Near Me - Sacramento, California

Such great food and lovely dancing! , they took great care of us. I highly recommend the teas and the lentil soup

I ordered 2 combo entrees and some ala carte items tonight on Uber Eats and they all took my money and I don't know who got the entrees but all I got delivered were the three appetizers and some mint ice tea. No one even bothers to check the order. They just grab some trash threw it in a bag and when I complained Uber Eats says they can't do anything because they're too fat and lazy to care and no one involved has a reputation to defend. Even the restaurant is running without ownership just running into the ground..... read more

I have lived in Carmichael for about 20 years and have never come in this place. I am sad I haven't come in sooner! I first heard about this place when the owners daughter posted about them during pandemic. I am so glad I was finally able to go in and support this beautiful families business. The owner is an absolute treat. So personable and friendly. The entire staff was so sweet and these people radiate love. Now the food! OMGEEEE YOU MUST EAT IT ALL!! Every single item was to die for. Every person in our party loved everything. I feel like we all just inhaled it. I wish I could be more specific of the dish but I just was too busy enjoying myself. We had the sultans special and I highly recommend doing this so you can try many items on the menu. Oh and you can bring your own wine with no corkage fee! Don't worry if you forget the gas station next store has you covered. The ambiance is so welcoming and takes you to another world. I even heard on Friday and Saturday they have belly dancers! Enjoy! read more

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Such a nice place with good vibes. The family who works there is super nice and very friendly. Went there with my friend yesterday for dinner. I got the Lamb couscous and he got the beef couscous. I believe it was called "Royal" The food was amazing and fresh! The appetizers were delicious. Lots of food there and you just have to dig in! They also brought us tea and baclava when we were done eating! read more

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The food and ambience was amazing! Plant of food for all! Service spot on. Will be going back

We came to Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant for dinner at 6 PM, but the service was so slow that we didn't get our main meal until 7:10 PM. Waiting that long after fasting all day was frustrating. I ordered the lamb tagine, and while the taste was good, it was nothing like a real lamb tagine. It came in a small plate filled with green peas, with only a few tiny pieces of lamb. The soup was served in a small bowl with half a portion, and even the tea was in a tiny cup. Everything felt downsized compared to the price we paid. Overall, the food was tasty, but the portions, service, and value didn't match the cost. Definitely not worth the drive or the money. read more

Casablanca is a true hidden gem! We ordered the Sultans Feast, the flavor and quality of the food was amazing. From the lentil soup and everything in between to the baklava was spot on. It's a true experience at dinner with a belly dancer performing three dances throughout the evening. Plan on spending about three hours for the evening from start to finish. read more

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An amazing experience! Definitely recommended if you've never been here before! First off, this is a tiny local restaurant. Parking was limited. They take reservations but we saw a few people walk-in too. It wasn't busy for a Friday night. Inside definitely looked like being inside a traditional Moroccan hut. The ambiance was on point. The music was lively too. It made me feel like I was on vacation, in Morocco lol! The owner was very kind, and ensured that we had a great experience. He said they've been in business for a very long time! We saw him engaging with other customers too! Such great hospitality! We got the Sultan feast. It came with lentil soup, carrot salad, pita bread, hummus, filo dough with eggs and almonds (so crispy and good), honey sauce and almonds chicken, tomatoes and onions beef, vegetarian couscous, baklavas, and mint tea. All were interesting and delicious! We were told the belly dancing would start at 7pm, so we got there around 6.45pm. The dancing was interesting and fun but unfortunately only lasted 10 minutes, and that was it the whole time we were there (1.5hrs). The bathroom was tiny but clean! Overall, such great cuisine, hospitality, and service! read more

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First time: Went here to hang with my brother and sister-in-law. I'll be back on the weekend to see the belly dancers. Great atmosphere. Mellow. No booze. But that's a cultural thing. Gotta say: They were out of all non-alcoholic beers. If you're not doing to serve beer, at least serve fake beer. Just sayin. The food is good. Crazy good. OMG good. They actually have a $36/per person "everything on the menu" option for three or more people. Order it. There is NOT ONE THING on the menu you won't love. Seriously. Everything is awesome. So order it all and share. Just note: Someone should be in charge of taking the leftovers home. There won't be many leftovers. So that person might be very disappointed. But it would be horrible to leave without someone taking home the few crumbs that are left over. Super happy with my first time. Ready to go back! :-) read more

I've had this place on my radar for about a year and we finally made it in last night! In a very unassuming spot I didn't know what I was expecting but it's a really unique place! My first tip- go ahead and make a reservation to be safe. You need to give them a call. We probably wouldn't have needed one last night because it wasn't super busy (Friday at 7:00, Easter weekend) but we attempted to go 3 weeks prior, on at Saturday at 6:30 and it was PACKED with no promise of being able to get a table. Just depends on the weekend I guess! My second tip- just Uber there or be prepared to park elsewhere. The lot is really tiny and a little troublesome to get in and out of. It's BYOB so bring along your favorite wines or beer and they will open it for you at no fee. We both went for the Sultan's feast which was perfect for us...didn't have to think about anything and they coursed everything out perfectly. Sultan's feast for us included: -lentil soup (so classic and tasty) -curried carrots and hummus with pita (the carrots were such a pleasant surprise. Hummus was perfect) -a phyllo dough with egg and almond (again, such a pleasant surprise...was more savory than I expected but so good) -chicken in a sweet sauce paired with a mint yogurt sauce (the main brain sauce was a tad sweet for my liking, but balanced so nicely with the yogurt sauce) -a stewed beef with peas (my favorite dish of the night) -couscous with vegetables (truly, how can you go wrong with this?) -finished with a baklava type dessert and mint tea (tea was a lot sweeter than we were expecting. I honestly didn't know it would be sweetened at all! but I appreciate it's cultural prevalence) Staff was so nice, belly dancers were great entertainment, and the whole experience was fun. You know the food is good when you leave satisfied/full but no stomach ache or discomfort! Haha Can't wait to come back! Would make a great spot to bring out of town visitors. read more

Casablanca Moroccan Restaurant - Main dishes from the sultan's feast - Moroccan Near Me - Sacramento, California

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