Tunisie

Que manger : Tunis

Tunis offers a blend of Mediterranean and North‑African flavors, from street‑side snacks to hearty home‑cooked meals. Fresh seafood, spiced stews and sweet pastries dominate the menu.

Plats locaux à goûter

Couscous

Steamed semolina served with lamb or chicken and vegetables, eaten for lunch or dinner.

Brik

Thin pastry filled with egg, tuna and herbs, deep‑fried and sold in the medina.

Ojja

Eggs poached in a pepper‑tomato sauce with merguez sausage, popular for breakfast or late night.

Lablabi

Spicy chickpea broth with garlic, cumin and stale bread, common for a quick lunch.

Merguez

Grilled lamb or beef sausage served with bread in markets and street stalls.

Makroud

Fried or baked semolina cake stuffed with dates, enjoyed as a dessert or snack.

Boukha

Clear fig liqueur usually sipped neat or with cola after dinner.

Celtia Beer

Pale lager widely available in hotels and some bars, served cold.

Où manger

1
Souk el‑Attarine
Explore the historic market for fresh herbs, olives and street‑food stalls.
2
Rue des Carmes
A pedestrian street lined with cafés serving brik, coffee and pastries.
3
Berges du Lac
Modern waterfront area with restaurants offering seafood and international dishes.

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Conseils pour manger au restaurant

Lunch runs from 12:00‑15:00; many restaurants close for a siesta in the afternoon.
Laissez un petit pourboire (5‑10 %) si le service n’est pas compris ; le paiement en espèces est préféré.
During Ramadan, most eateries are closed until sunset; plan dinner accordingly.