Al-Medina is a moroccan restaurant in Macarena, Seville. Rated 4.5 stars from 1562 Google reviews. Known for properly spiced, home-style cooking and cosy, intentional atmosphere. Best for date night and group dinner. Ranked #10 of 15 in Macarena. Features a undefined terrace.
Rankings updated April 2026
Al-Medina
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in Macarena
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Quick Verdict
Locals and repeat visitors keep coming back for the cooking and the quiet, cosy atmosphere. It's not a spectacle; it's a place that does one thing and does it properly.
You want Moroccan home cooking in a room that feels intentional, not rushed — book ahead for dinner, especially weekends.
You're looking for a quick meal or standing-room tapas; this is sit-down dining with time built in.
About Al-Medina
Al-Medina is a Moroccan restaurant in Seville's Casco Antiguo that does home-style cooking — pastela de pollo, couscous, salads — without pretence. The space is cosy and decorated with care, the kind of place where you sit down and the kitchen sends out properly spiced food that tastes like it's been made the same way for years. Reviewers mention the tea selection repeatedly, and the staff know what they're doing. It takes reservations (lunch and dinner both recommended), sits groups and families easily, and has a terrace for spring and autumn. The €20–30 price point means you're not paying Seville tourist markup. Most customers come back. A handful of recent reviews flag billing confusion on drinks and one service incident, but the overwhelming pattern is straightforward: people eat well, feel welcome, and plan to return.
What Stands Out
Properly spiced, home-style cooking
Reviewers consistently praise the food as 'riquísima y casera típica marroquí' (delicious and typical Moroccan home-style), with multiple mentions of pastela de pollo and couscous being 'increíble los sabores y lo bien especiado que está todo' (incredible flavours and well-spiced).
Cosy, intentional atmosphere
Described across reviews as 'muy muy bonito y acogedor' (very beautiful and welcoming), 'cosy vibes', and 'a complete experience'. One reviewer noted the location is 'ubicación perfecta' (perfect location).
Strong tea and coffee programme
Google Business attributes list 'Great coffee' and 'Great tea selection' as highlights. Multiple reviewers specifically mention the tea being 'muy rico' (very good).
What Customers Say
Todo fantástico, comida (riquísima y casera típica marroquí) , atención perfecta, sitio muy muy bonito y acogedor, ubicación perfecta.
Nos ha gustado mucho la comida y el servicio.
Y otra cosa es que deberían renovar las campanas donde tapan las pastas de postre al servirlo, ya que estaban un poco oxidadas y era poco higiénico.
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Amenities
☀️Outdoor
Frequently Asked Questions about Al-Medina
Yes. Both lunch and dinner reservations are recommended. The restaurant takes them, and weekends fill up. One recent review mentions a cancellation incident, so confirm your booking if you've made one in advance.
€20–30 per person. One billing dispute in the reviews suggests you should clarify what's included (wine, drinks, IVA) when you book or arrive, especially if you're ordering à la carte.
Pastela de pollo (chicken pastry) and couscous are mentioned in multiple reviews as standouts. The salads and tea are also worth ordering. The menu is at restaurantealmedina.com/carta/.
Yes, there's a terrace. It's available in spring and autumn. Parking nearby is paid and can be difficult to find.
Cosy, quiet, and romantic — not loud or touristy. One reviewer suggested adding Moroccan music. It's family-friendly and LGBTQ+ welcoming. Full by dinner service on weekends.
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