Kenitra’s restaurant scene is denser than most visitors expect: Mehdia lagoon and beach, Avenue Mohamed V in the centre, plus brunch and sushi spots that draw day-trippers from Rabat. Below are places that show up consistently in local listings and still appear open — with only details we could verify.
Le Continental Mehdia
A long-running address by the Mehdia lagoon, known for Atlantic views and breakfast. About ten minutes by taxi from central Kenitra.
Google Maps — Le Continental Mehdia
JET 7 (Mehdia Beach)
Beach café-restaurant facing the Atlantic; the official site lists daily hours roughly 9:00–19:00 year-round, with breakfast and brunch.
Eat and Meet
Rooftop-friendly restaurant on the air-base road / Rue Roosevelt corridor, often listed for brunch and late hours.
Mille Délices
All-day café-restaurant at Atlantic Centre on Avenue Mohamed V — pizza, pasta, juices, patio and rooftop.
Little Japan — Sushi, Thai & Wok
Compact Japanese / Thai / wok kitchen frequently praised for sushi freshness. Weekday lunch is usually easier than Saturday night.
Little Mamma
Casual Italian / pizza, generous portions, a reliable midday stop.
La Burratina
A slightly dressier Italian table (burrata, mozzarella, pasta) for evenings when pizza is not the brief.
The Dome
On Avenue Said Daoudi: early-open café-restaurant with brunch service into late evening.
Featured image: Mehdia beach, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
FAQ
Do I need a reservation at weekends?
For lagoon or beach tables on Saturday, booking or arriving early helps. Weekday lunch is usually walk-in friendly.
Is Kenitra worth a day trip from Rabat?
Yes — roughly 35–45 minutes by train or car, with Mehdia as the main draw.