Kabana

Some places are best understood as a progression. At Kabana, the view towards the Koutoubia gives the rooftop its bearings, while planting, woven textures and generous seating bring the scale back down to the table. The architecture of the evening is already there: somewhere to settle, somewhere to look, somewhere to move when the mood changes.

The venue describes several distinct settings, from a softer open-air seating area to a livelier Roofloor, with DJs and live performances shaping its night-time programme. The appeal is the possibility of choosing a different level of energy without losing the sense of being above the city.

This belongs on the more sociable side of our guide. It is a place to consider when drinks might become dinner and dinner might become something less planned. Check the programme when booking; the selector and the event matter as much as the table.

The rooftop comes into its own as people gather. Woven surfaces and planted edges provide the setting; conversation and music give it movement. Leave a little space in the plan for that moment when the evening becomes more interesting than the itinerary.

Downstairs is a relaxed restaurant; upstairs is where you want to be. Arrive before sunset to get a table on the edge.