Malouf Fresh cuisine and warm welcome
Restaurant Malouf in Houmt Souk serves exceptional grilled fish and couscous on its rooftop terrace with attentive family-style service.
- Restaurant
- TND 20–30
- 4.9
- 338 reviews
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Reviews
What a lovely place! The staff were incredibly friendly and made me feel very welcome. I ordered the grilled fish, and it was fresh, tasty, and surprisingly inexpensive. After the meal, they brought me mint tea, and I even got to wash my hands with rose water.
I’m from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We have good seafood and I’ve been to 50 countries, countless seafood restaurants. This is among my top 10 worldwide and very affordable. Highly recommend
Wonderful food and wonderful staff! The chef/owner is a delight and boy does she know how to cook! We had lunch 2 days in a row, and only wish we'd found it earlier.
A real hidden gem! This is my third time coming to Djerba, and this is the best food discovery I've had so far. It's a small place run by a local family, serving homemade food at good prices. I really like it here and strongly recommend it.
Lovely people and fantastic food. This is the best fish couscous we had on our entire trip around Tunisia. The food is fresh with emphasis on good ingredients and intentional seasoning. The family who runs it is also very sweet and welcoming!
you can buy food from the local market and the restaurant will cook it for you. Honestly, one of the best dishes i’ve ever had in a while.
Authentic Tunisian restaurant. The cook is the owner and she was a very friendly women. She recommended us to buy fish from the nearby fish market and bring it to the restaurant for cleaning and grilling. The food was very tasty and very authentic.
Le poisson est d'une fraîcheur exceptionnelle. Le savoir faire pour l'epicer et le cuire est aussi du haut niveau. L'accueil en plus rien à dire. Pour moi une adresse incontournable! Nous sommes allés 2x.Un endroit exceptionnel chargé d’histoire tenu par une famille d’une gentillesse sans pareille. La nourriture est tout simplement la meilleure de l’île après plusieurs années à Djerba. Je ne peux que recommander ce petit restaurant !Très belle découverte ! Le personnel est très gentil et l’accueil est chaleureux. Tout était vraiment délicieux et très frais. Nous avons pris une entrecôte, un plat de poisson maâzoun et rouz jerbi : tout était excellentGood to know
- Buy your fresh fish at the neighboring market and ask the restaurant to clean and grill it for you.
- Reserve a table on the rooftop terrace to enjoy the view over the souks.
- Try the charmoula served as a starter—many customers mention it as a delight.
- Ask for the mint tea and rose water ritual at the end of the meal, a highly appreciated touch.
- Come for lunch or early evening as the restaurant closes relatively early.
- The restaurant is air-conditioned, ideal when it is very hot in Houmt Souk.
- The portions are generous—consider sharing some dishes to try everything.
- The place is suitable for families and people traveling alone.
Why people choose us
Ultra-fresh fish
Customers repeatedly highlight the exceptional freshness of the fish and seafood. Many buy their fish at the neighboring market for the restaurant to prepare, clean, and grill it to perfection. The sea bream and maâzoun are described as succulent with perfectly controlled BBQ cooking. This approach guarantees a quality that travelers who have visited dozens of seafood restaurants rank among the ten best in the world.
Terrace overlooking the souks
The view from the terrace over the souks is often cited as a real plus. Customers appreciate the pleasant, shaded, and quiet setting that makes the meal even more memorable. The rooftop offers a cozy and convivial atmosphere, perfect for lunch or dinner. Many return specifically for this combination of views, fresh air, and tranquility.
Family welcome
The staff and owners are described as extremely kind, warm, and attentive. The chef-owner takes the time to chat with customers and offers personalized recommendations. Gestures like changing tables for someone sensitive to heat or offering mint tea and rose water after the meal leave a lasting impression. This welcome turns a simple meal into an authentic human experience.
Value for money
The portions are generous, the prices very reasonable, and the quality consistent. Travelers favorably compare the value for money with much more expensive restaurants around the world. Dishes like couscous, bricks, and grilled items are judged excellent without inflating the bill. This accessibility appeals to both tourists and locals who return regularly.
Couscous and Tunisian flavors
Chicken couscous, fish couscous, and rouz jerbi are regularly cited among the best in Djerba. Customers emphasize that the dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients, well-spiced, and cooked with expertise. The charmoula served as a starter is praised as a real bonus. These authentic family recipes attract those seeking sincere Tunisian cuisine.
Malouf
Restaurant Malouf is a Restaurant in Houmt Souk. Customers rate it 4.9★ across 338 Google reviews. Regulars describe it as warm family-run rooftop terrace with authentic Tunisian hospitality.
Everything on this page — the highlights, the favourites, the answers — comes from what real customers wrote in their Google reviews. Nothing here is invented.
You will find us at Houmt Souk, Tunisia. Questions? Call +216 25 110 970 — we are happy to help. This page is also available in Français.
Frequently asked questions
Does Restaurant Malouf serve fresh fish?
Yes, the fish is exceptionally fresh according to all customers. Many buy their fish at the neighboring market and have it cleaned and grilled on site by the restaurant. The sea bream and royal shrimp are particularly popular.
Can you eat on the terrace at Malouf in Houmt Souk?
Yes, the restaurant has a pleasant rooftop terrace with a view over the souks. Customers particularly appreciate the calm, shaded setting and the view. It is one of the most frequently mentioned highlights.
Is the restaurant family-friendly?
Restaurant Malouf in Houmt Souk is very welcoming to families. The team is described as lovely with children and the place is good for kids. The cozy and convivial atmosphere is perfect.
Do you need to make a reservation at Restaurant Malouf?
The restaurant accepts reservations. As it is highly popular, especially for lunch and dinner, it is wise to book in high season or for a terrace table.
Is the food halal at Malouf?
Yes, the restaurant serves halal food. All customers highlight the quality of the fresh ingredients and the authentic Tunisian cuisine prepared by the owner.
Can you bring your own fish to be cooked?
Yes, several customers confirm that you can buy fish at the local market and the restaurant will prepare, clean, and grill it for you. This practice is highly appreciated and yields excellent results.
Before you go
- Free parking lot available
- Free street parking nearby
- Outdoor rooftop seating
- Accepts reservations
- Good for kids
- Halal food served
- Takeout and dine-in options
- Closes relatively early in the evening
Visit us
Hours
- Monday9 AM to 6 PM
- Tuesday9 AM to 6 PM
- Wednesday9 AM to 6 PM
- Thursday9 AM to 6 PM
- Friday9 AM to 6 PM
- Saturday9 AM to 6 PM
- Sunday9 AM to 6 PM