Where do locals eat in Chefchaouen?

Locals in Chefchaouen eat at the small, unfussy restaurants and grill houses along the side streets off the main squares, and at the cheap eateries near Bab el-Ain and the market, rather than the pricier terraces on Plaza Uta el-Hammam. The square’s cafés are lovely for a drink and a view, but locals go a lane or two back for everyday meals.

Look for places with handwritten menus, a few plastic tables and Moroccan diners, serving tagines, bean soups (bissara — a Chefchaouen speciality for breakfast), grilled meat and fresh bread at modest prices. Goat’s cheese, a local product, is worth trying.

The market area is good for fresh produce and quick, cheap bites. For a memorable view you can still eat on a square terrace — just know you’re paying a premium for the setting.