10 Best Restaurants in Sousse

Known for its excellent, multilingual service, delectable cuisine and warm ambience, L’escargot is a local favourite in Sousse. Many visitors return more than once on their trip for the seafood specialties as well as traditional north African dishes like grilled lamb, French favourites like the quintessential escargot, and tender steaks.

Inside the dining room is opulent but cosy, or you can sit in the semi-enclosed outdoor terrace to soak up the sun. L’escargot is near the top end of the bustling Bou Jaafar boardwalk, making it the perfect finale to a day at the beach.

Step directly from the sand into Restaurant Le Capoul Beach, where the food and atmosphere are warm and inviting and the sea views even better. The menu is a mix of fresh, homemade Tunisian and French dishes with attractive prices and generous portions.

Feast on fresh, barbequed seafood and skewered meats or enjoy their fresh salads and pasta. Opening daily at 7 am, Le Capoul is unsurprisingly a popular spot for breakfast and brunch. Or just stop by for a good coffee and watch the kitesurfers from the shaded outdoor seating area.

This modest eatery located right on the Sousse port serves succulent seafood fresh off the boat. You can watch the port activity from the outdoor terrace where the friendly staff make you feel right at home.

You can’t go wrong with the catch of the day, but the barbequed king prawns are mouth-watering, the seafood stews are packed with flavour and the stuffed squid is divine. Meals are served with simple, seasonal and complementary side dishes and bread. If you’re looking for wonderful seafood that’s great value for money, there’s nowhere better.

Restaurant Una Storia Della Vita is set in a lovely building with high ceilings and a Roman style décor, setting a tone of opulence and quality. The dining room is tasteful, and the candles and live music make it an ideal spot for a romantic dinner. The outdoor terrace is also very pleasant for an al fresco experience.

Understandably, the seafood dishes and desserts are the most popular and are prepared to perfection. Service is friendly and welcoming, so you’re guaranteed to have a memorable night.

Just outside the Sousse medina, this authentic eatery offers tasty local Tunisian and French dishes cooked from time-honoured recipes, including a quality set lunch menu that changes daily. Currently owned by the third generation of the same family, Restaurant du Peuple provides a truly local experience of traditional food.

Breathe in the aromas of dishes infused with turmeric and fresh herbs perfected over generations. The slow-cooked lamb is expertly baked and falls off the bone. Earthenware pots of aromatic vegetables, couscous with seafood, and tender beef dishes are packed with flavour, and the fresh salads cleanse the palate. Try the traditional Chorba soup, followed by fruit and mint tea to wash it all down.

Le Méditerranée offers an atmospheric fine-dining experience in Port El Kantaoui, just north of Sousse. It’s set in a pretty spot on the water with whitewashed buildings in the background and yachts right in front.

Choose from French and Italian dishes presented with great attention to detail. The seafood is fresh, the meats succulent and the sauces flavourful. The mussel starter is a must and the lime sorbet brought between courses to cleanse the palate is a nice touch. Families with children are made to feel very welcome by the friendly and attentive waiters, while adults can enjoy the excellent cocktails.

Located in the Sousse Medina, Cafe Kasba is an atmospheric cafe full to the brim with interesting objects and details. With a tranquil vibe in the daytime, it’s the perfect pit stop to take a break from the busy streets and enjoy a giant, fresh-squeezed orange juice or perk up with a good coffee or an excellent tea served in a silver teapot.

With 3 floors and a rooftop terrace, it’s easy to find a quiet corner to yourself. Staff are friendly and there’s a buzzing atmosphere at night with live music, good food and wonderful drinks.

Pizzéria Jackson Pizza is a popular spot for fresh pizza cooked in an authentic woodfired oven. Locals know the place for its quality ingredients and pizzas made with a thin, light crust and homemade tomato-based sauce and its long list of fresh and flavourful varieties to choose from.

Jackson Pizza is always buzzing for its quality. This popular pizzeria is located north of the city centre but if you have a craving for good pizza and don’t want to make the trek, try the fast and free delivery service.

Café Seles is one of those discoveries that are such a joy you’ll want to go right back there the following day. Located in the old wall of the Medin, this laidback, family-run restaurant has wonderful food and service.

The food is traditional, authentic Tunisian. The couscous and Tajin are amazing, and you can ask for vegetarian versions. It’s worth heading to the rooftop terrace for the panoramic views. Why not watch the sunset and try a traditional Tunisian meal?

If you want to try traditional Tunisian dishes at reasonable prices in a welcoming spot where the locals eat, EL SOFFRA Chez Fredj is the place to go. Located in the heart of the historic Sousse Medina, this authentic and modest local eatery is tucked away behind a colourful Moorish archway.

You’ll find it easily by following the divine aromas emanating from the barbecue out front where the seasoned seafood, meat skewers and peppers sizzle away. The couscous is superb, but so is the lamb, the stuffed squid and everything else. The dishes can vary depending on what’s fresh at the market, but they’re always good and popular with locals. Plus, you can expect exceptional hospitality.