Tamimt review: our verdict
Tamimt means "delight" in Amazigh, and the first treat you're served here is the view: from the terrace, the Oberoi's gardens stretch out toward the Atlas Mountains. The menu navigates between Mediterranean and Indian cuisines, without forbidding a few international dishes, and some of the vegetables, herbs, and fruits come from the hotel's organic vegetable garden. Inside, there are frescoes, imposing chandeliers, and an open kitchen overlooking the chefs at work.
The service is elegant and flexible: you can remove or add an ingredient without negotiation, which reassures those with allergies; vegetarians, meanwhile, have plenty of options. An adjoining lounge hosts aperitifs and digestifs. It's perfect for a sunset dinner for two or a family evening if you're staying at the Oberoi. Those looking for a large table at a fair price may be disappointed on some evenings: overly salty pasta, dishes lacking depth, and lingering empty glasses; other times, the beautifully arranged plates hold their own.
The insider tip: mention allergies and preferences when ordering, and the kitchen will adjust the dishes. The best time to go: dinner, served from 6 p.m., to watch the sun set over the gardens. In the morning, the restaurant also serves breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
