Marrakesh
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone: (215) 925-5929
- Price:
- $$
- Hours:
- Daily 5pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Marrakesh – by Michael Alarcon
In Short
Sink into huge pillow couches, listen to rattling drums and whining horns and watch the food come, and come and come. The waiters flaunt their machismo by pouring mint tea with the teapot at least a yard above your cup. Anticipate a huge prix fixe menu of b'stella (a phyllo pastry with egg, chicken, nuts and spices), grilled beef or lamb, chicken, fresh fruit and Middle Eastern pastries including baklava--all to be eaten without utensils.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkChoose from French, North African and California wines and, of course, the traditional mint tea.
The ExtrasBring cash and someone who reads Arabic--this place does not accept credit cards and English is used sparingly.
Know Before You GoA 15 percent charge for service is added to the bill, marked clearly on the menu in the language of Allah.
User Reviews for Marrakesh
07/15/2008 Posted by Midevilb
The food here is great and the servers are very friendly. Make sure to bring plenty of room for all seven courses, but you probably still won't fit it all in :) This is definitely not a place to go if you're in a hurry, so make sure to set aside the evening and take the time to soak in the experience! Not to take away from the food, but the experience, ambiance, decor and most of all the performer was what did it for me. The bellydancing was one of the finest performances I've seen!!! The dancers website can be found here: www.alimahamani[dot]com
Pros: Thrilling Experience, Bellydancer, Lavish Decor
Cons: Parking
01/28/2008 Posted by jshaft
I've been to Marrakesh on several occasions and in groups of varying sizes, and several things have been consistent: the food has been great, the service has been friendly, and the staff speaks English as well as the waitstaff in any other Philadelphia eatery. I've therefore been somewhat shocked by the other comments on this site indicating indifferent service or language problems, as I've encountered neither before at Marrakesh. The atmosphere is fantastic; this is a great place to wow clients, show appreciation for employees, or impress dates. You're already starting off on the right foot when you knock on the somewhat-obscured and mysterious door to the establishment, as if waiting to enter the meeting of a secret society of some kind. It's a nice touch that adds to the mystique, and the act of being greeted and invited inside places a subtle but meaningful emphasis on the spirit of hospitality that is present at Marrakesh. The only warning I'd give to first timers is to budget a lot of time for the experience and to come very hungry. The portions are large, there are many courses, and it takes time (2 1/2 hours to 3 hours) to properly appreciate the experience. Also, do pay attention to the note on this site indicating that cash is the only payment form accepted as it is accurate. If some of the other comments on the site have you hesitant to give Marrakesh a try, don't believe the hype - just go and give it a try. You're not likely to be disappointed.
Pros: Ambience, hospitality
Cons: Large amount of time needed to appreciate all courses; large portions
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