Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Citizens Of Chelsea, CAVA and Le Botaniste, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale moroccan restaurants in Manhattan. Great moroccan food that fits your budget.
Manhattan's Upscale Moroccan Destinations
Manhattan’s upscale Moroccan scene offers a sophisticated escape into the rich flavors of the Mediterranean and Middle East. From the atmospheric subterranean charm of Shalel to the authentic aromatic dishes at Tagine and Shawarma Shabazi, these destinations provide an elegant backdrop for a memorable evening. Whether you are seeking a romantic corner or a vibrant space to share traditional plates, this collection highlights the very best of North African hospitality in the heart of the city.
19 restaurants in Best Upscale Moroccan Restaurants in Manhattan | Upscale Moroccan Food
- Citizens Of Chelsea · rated 4.7/5: restaurant.
- CAVA · rated 4.7/5: Mediterranean.
- Le Botaniste · rated 4.6/5: restaurant.
- Shalel · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Chez Jacob · rated 4.4/5: French.
- Mémé Mediterranean · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Bodrum Mediterranean Restaurant · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Harissa Grill · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Yassine Cuisine · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- La Savane Restaurant · rated 4.1/5: French.
- Shalel: Mediterranean.
- International Chicken Company: American.
- Shawarma Shabazi: Middle Eastern.
- Tagine: Middle Eastern.
- CAVA: Mediterranean.
- Harissa Grill: Middle Eastern.
- Motek New York: Restaurant.
- Eighteen Restaurant: Restaurant.
- Adar Moroccan Restaurant: Middle Eastern.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.












