"The Sofitel's poolside seafood room in Souissi, where French technique meets Moroccan flavour over sea bass - a polished anniversary or client dinner."
About Golden Fish
Golden Fish is the seafood restaurant of the Sofitel Rabat Jardin des Roses, set in the leafy, diplomatic Souissi district at the southern edge of Rabat. Full-length glass doors open the dining room onto the hotel's turquoise pool, blurring the line between the room and the water, and the kitchen trades on contemporary Mediterranean seafood. It is one of the more polished hotel tables in our Rabat guide.
The cooking marries French technique with Moroccan flavour, built around fresh local fish and bright, seasonal produce. It is a calm, dressed-up seafood room rather than a casual catch-of-the-day spot, which is why it suits an occasion. For what separates a careful kitchen from a forgettable one, see our guide to the signs of a great restaurant.
The Kitchen
The menu runs on the day's catch handled with a French hand and a Moroccan accent: sea bass and seasonal fish, grilled octopus, shrimp cocktails and a well-made risotto among the signatures. Presentation leans elegant - the kitchen treats each plate as something to look at as much as eat - and the seafood is the clear reason to come. Expect mid-to-upper Rabat prices, in keeping with a five-star hotel dining room.
The Room
The setting is the draw: a plush, softly lit room divided from the pool by glass, so the water and gardens become part of the backdrop. Service runs to Sofitel standard, attentive and unhurried, and the room is quiet enough for conversation. Dinner-only hours and the poolside view make it feel like an occasion rather than a casual stop.
Best for an anniversary or a client dinner
Take a poolside table for an anniversary or a relaxed first date, or use the calm, polished room to impress a client over the seafood and a glass of wine.
Not for
A quick, casual or budget meal, or anyone who does not eat fish. Golden Fish is a dinner-only, seafood-led hotel room priced for an occasion.
Frequently Asked
Where is Golden Fish in Rabat?
Golden Fish is the seafood restaurant of the Sofitel Rabat Jardin des Roses, on Avenue Imam Malek in the Souissi district of Rabat.
What kind of food does Golden Fish serve?
Contemporary Mediterranean seafood that marries French technique with Moroccan flavour, with signatures including sea bass, grilled octopus, shrimp cocktail and risotto.
Is Golden Fish open for lunch?
Golden Fish is a dinner-only restaurant, generally serving from early evening until midnight, so plan for an evening visit.
How expensive is Golden Fish?
It sits in the mid-to-upper range for Rabat, in keeping with five-star hotel dining, with the fresh seafood as the main draw.
Do I need a reservation at Golden Fish?
Booking is recommended, especially for a poolside table, as the room is part of a luxury hotel and fills in the evening.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Golden Fish
Dinner only; book ahead, particularly for a poolside table.
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Practical Information
AddressSofitel Jardin des Roses, Avenue Imam Malek, Souissi, 10000 Rabat
NeighbourhoodSouissi
CuisineFrench-Moroccan seafood
Price$$$ · five-star hotel dining
RecognitionSofitel Rabat Jardin des Roses signature seafood restaurant
SignatureSea bass and grilled octopus
