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Tajine & Fish Specialties. Ask for the dish of the day.
131 Rue Henri Barbusse, 95100 Argenteuil, France
MOROCCAN SOUP
SOUPE MAROCAINE
Traditional Moroccan Soup
Harira is a velvety and hearty soup, rich in flavors of tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and fresh herbs (celery, cilantro). It offers a creamy texture and a comforting, slightly spicy taste. A must-have in Morocco, often served with dates and lemon.
FISH SOUP
SOUPE DE POISSON
Shrimps, fish fillet
A flavorful soup prepared with fish broth, shrimp, and pieces of fillet. The taste is marine and fragrant, with a fluid but hearty texture. Served hot, often with croutons and rouille.
MIXED SALAD
SALADE MIXTE
Salad, grated carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, rice, beets
A colorful plate composed of various raw vegetables and rice. Fresh and crunchy, it offers a mix of simple textures and flavors. Perfect as a light starter or side dish.
ZAALOUK SALAD
SALADE ZAALOUK
Grilled eggplants, tomatoes
A cooked Moroccan salad based on smoked eggplants and tomatoes simmered in olive oil, garlic, and spices (cumin, paprika). Melting texture close to an eggplant caviar, with a rich and smoky taste. Eaten warm or cold with bread.
MOROCCAN SALAD
SALADE MAROCAINE
Grilled peppers, tomatoes
Often called Taktouka, it is a cooked salad of peppers and tomatoes. It is sweet, slightly sweetened by the cooking of the peppers, with a candied texture. Ideal to enjoy with Moroccan bread.
BRICK
BRICK
Tuna or minced meat or chicken
A crispy, typical Maghreb pastry, made from a fried and golden phyllo dough sheet. The filling is savory and can contain egg, parsley, and spices in addition to the chosen filling. To be eaten with fingers, drizzled with lemon juice.
AVOCADO AND SHRIMP
AVOCAT CREVETTES
Avocado, corn, shrimp, olive oil
A refreshing starter combining the sweetness of avocado and the crunchiness of corn with shrimp. Simply seasoned with olive oil to preserve natural flavors. Light and creamy.
LARGE SALAD OF THE DAY
GRANDE SALADE DU JOUR
Salad, grated carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, rice, beets. Served with 1 chicken skewer or 2 merguez or 5 shrimps
A hearty mixed salad serving as a complete meal, garnished with various vegetables and a grilled protein of your choice. Fresh, crunchy, and filling. Ideal for a balanced lunch.
PLATE OF FRIES
ASSIETTE DE FRITES
Portion of fried potatoes, golden and crispy. Salted and served hot. A classic side dish.
Served with rice, mixed salad, and fries
FRIED FISH
FRITURE DE POISSONS
4 squids, 4 shrimps, pagrus, whiting, boneless fillet, horse mackerel, capelin, anchovy
A generous assortment of fried fish and seafood, typical of the Mediterranean coast. Light and crispy coating, tender flesh inside. Drizzle with lemon to enhance the marine flavors.
FRIED SQUID RINGS
FRITURE DE CALAMARS
10 squids, 10 shrimps
Squid rings and shrimp coated in flour and fried. Crispy texture on the outside and tender on the inside. A simple and popular dish, served with lemon.
BAKED SEA BREAM
DAURADE AU FOUR
1 sea bream of 500gr
Whole fish roasted in the oven, preserving its white, fine, and delicate flesh. The skin is grilled and flavorful. A healthy and light dish that highlights the quality of the fish.
MOROCCAN STUFFED SARDINES
SARDINES FARCIES À LA MAROCAINE
3 pieces (i.e. 6 sardines)
Sardines opened butterfly-style and coated with chermoula (marinade of herbs, garlic, cumin, and lemon), then assembled in pairs and fried or grilled. Flavorful, spicy, and crispy.
BAKED SEA BASS
BAR AU FOUR
1 sea bass of 500gr
Whole sea bass baked in the oven. Its flesh is firm, lean, and subtly flavored. Cooked simply to enhance its natural aromas, often with herbs or lemon.
VEGETARIAN COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS VÉGÉTARIEN
Semolina, vegetables, raisins, chickpeas
Iconic dish composed of steamed wheat semolina grains, served with a broth of various vegetables (carrots, zucchini, turnips) and chickpeas. Raisins add a sweet touch. A complete, light, and fragrant dish.
CHICKEN COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS POULET
Semolina, vegetables, chicken thigh, raisins, chickpeas
Fine semolina served with a tender chicken thigh simmered in a broth of vegetables and mild spices. Accompanied by chickpeas and raisins for a traditional sweet and savory mix.
VEAL COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS VEAU
Semolina, vegetables, 1 piece of veal (300gr), raisins, chickpeas
A couscous garnished with a generous piece of veal, tender and delicate meat. The semolina absorbs the broth flavored with vegetables and spices. A refined classic.
LAMB COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS AGNEAU
Semolina, vegetables, 1 piece of lamb, raisins, chickpeas
The most traditional version, with lamb providing a pronounced and rich flavor to the dish. The meat is melting and pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the vegetables and raisins.
MERGUEZ COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS MERGUEZ
Semolina, vegetables, 3 merguez, raisins, chickpeas
Couscous served with merguez, grilled spicy beef and lamb sausages. The spiciness of the sausages contrasts pleasantly with the sweetness of the semolina and vegetables.
CHICKEN SKEWER COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS BROCHETTES DE POULET
Semolina, vegetables, 2 lamb skewers, raisins, chickpeas
Couscous accompanied by grilled meat skewers. Note that the menu indicates lamb skewers in the description despite the name, or it refers to marinated chicken skewers. The grilled meat adds a smoky flavor to the dish.
CHICKEN SKEWER COUSCOUS
COUSCOUS BROCHETTES D'AGNEAU
Semolina, vegetables, 1 piece of lamb, raisins, chickpeas
Semolina and vegetables served with lamb skewers grilled over wood fire or on the grill. The meat is tender and fragrant with marinade spices.
Served with rice, mixed salad, and fries
CHICKEN SKEWERS
BROCHETTES DE POULET
2 chicken skewers
Marinated chicken pieces (often lemon, garlic, spices) and grilled on a skewer. The meat is juicy and slightly grilled. A simple and tasty dish.
LAMB SKEWERS
BROCHETTES D'AGNEAU
2 lamb skewers
Tender lamb pieces marinated and grilled on a skewer. Quick cooking sears the meat while keeping its heart pink and tender. Rich flavor characteristic of lamb.
KEFTA SKEWERS
BROCHETTES DE KEFTA
3 kefta skewers
Skewers of seasoned minced meat (beef or lamb) with parsley, onions, and spices, then grilled. Tender texture and very fragrant taste.
MIXED GRILL
GRILLADE MIXTE
1 lamb skewer, 1 chicken skewer, 1 kefta skewer, 1 merguez skewer
A complete assortment for meat lovers, combining different textures and flavors: lamb, chicken, minced meat, and spicy sausage. Hearty and varied.
FISH TAJINE
TAJINE POISSON
Fish of the day 250gr, potatoes, carrots, olives
Fish stew cooked in a terracotta pot. The fish absorbs the sauce with spices (chermoula) and vegetables. A tender and aromatic dish.
SHRIMP TAJINE
TAJINE CREVETTES
12 shrimps, tomato sauce, eggs
Shrimps simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce, often enhanced with cumin. Eggs are sometimes added at the end of cooking to poach in the sauce. To be sopped up with bread.
SARDINE TAJINE
TAJINE SARDINES
8 sardine balls, carrots or potatoes, tomato sauce
Meatballs made from minced sardine flesh with herbs and rice, cooked in a creamy tomato sauce. A traditional and tasty way to eat sardines.
KEFTA TAJINE
TAJINE KEFTA
8 meatballs, eggs, tomato sauce
The classic tajine of minced meat balls (kefta) in a tomato sauce with herbs. Eggs are broken on top, adding creaminess and richness. A much-loved family dish.
CHICKEN TAJINE
TAJINE POULET
Chicken thigh, potatoes, carrots, peas, olives
Chicken simmered with melting vegetables and lemony olives. The sauce is yellow (turmeric/saffron) and flavored with ginger and preserved lemon. Tender and tangy.
VEAL TAJINE
TAJINE VEAU
Veal piece 300gr
Tender veal tajine offered in two versions: savory with seasonal vegetables, or sweet and savory (Mrouzia) with soft prunes and crunchy almonds. The meat falls off the fork.
LAMB TAJINE
TAJINE AGNEAU
Lamb piece 300gr
Lamb is the king of tajine meat, offering a rich and gelatinous juice. Choose between the garden version with vegetables or the imperial version with prunes and toasted almonds. The meat falls off the bone.
CHICKEN PASTILLA
PASTILLA POULET
Chicken breast, almonds, cinnamon, parsley, cilantro
A masterpiece of Moroccan cuisine: a crispy phyllo dough pie filled with a mixture of shredded chicken, eggs, and crushed almonds. Dusted with powdered sugar and cinnamon for a unique sweet and savory taste.
SEAFOOD PASTILLA
PASTILLA FRUITS DE MER
Squids, shrimps, vermicelli, parsley, cilantro
Seafood version of the pastilla, stuffed with seafood, vermicelli noodles, and black mushrooms, all enhanced with a spicy marinade (chermoula). Crispy and savory, without the sweet side of the chicken version.
TIRAMISU
TIRAMISU
Italian dessert made of layers of coffee-soaked biscuits and a light, sweet mascarpone cream. Dusted with bitter cocoa.
DAIM TART
TARTE AU DAIM
A gourmet tart with a biscuit base and a filling of chocolate and crunchy caramel candy pieces (Daim). Rich and sweet.
ICE CREAM CUP
COUPE DE GLACE
2 scoops, choice of flavor
Two scoops of refreshing ice cream or sorbet. Choose from available flavors to end the meal on a sweet and cold note.
FRUIT SALAD
SALADE DE FRUITS
Homemade
Mix of fresh seasonal fruits cut into pieces, prepared on site. A light, healthy, and vitamin-rich dessert.
CREME BRULEE
CRÈME BRULÉE
Baked vanilla custard dessert covered with a thin layer of sugar caramelized with a torch. The contrast between the hot/crunchy top and the cold/creamy bottom is delicious.
CAN 33CL
CANETTE 33CL
Classic carbonated sodas served in individual cans.
DRINK IN GLASS 25CL
BOISSON EN VERRE 25CL
Sodas or juices served in small glass bottles.
DRINK IN GLASS 30CL
BOISSON EN VERRE 30CL
Sodas or juices served in medium glass bottles.
WATER
EAU
Bottle of still or sparkling mineral water.
CONCENTRATED FRUIT JUICES 50CL
JUS DE FRUITS 50CL CONCENTRÉ
Fruit juice from concentrate, served in a large glass.
FRESHLY SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE 50CL
JUS D'ORANGE PRESSÉ 50CL
Freshly squeezed orange juice made to order. Rich in vitamins and very refreshing.
RIO 50CL
RIO 50CL
Orange juice, lemonade, grenadine
A colorful and sweet non-alcoholic cocktail (mocktail), mixing orange juice, sparkling lemonade, and grenadine syrup. Very popular for its freshness.
MOJITO 50CL
MOJITO 50CL
Refreshing cocktail based on fresh mint, lime, sugar, and sparkling water. (Note: check on-site if it's with or without alcohol, often without alcohol in this type of establishment).
DIABOLO 50CL
DIABOLO 50CL
Classic French drink made of lemonade mixed with syrup (often mint, grenadine, or strawberry).
PINA COLADA 50CL
PINA COLADA 50CL
Creamy exotic cocktail based on pineapple juice and coconut cream. Sweet and fragrant.
ESPRESSO COFFEE
CAFÉ EXPRESSO
Small, strong, and concentrated black coffee, served hot. Ideal to finish the meal.
DISH OF THE DAY
PLAT DU JOUR
Ask for the dish of the day
Special dish prepared daily by the chef according to market products. Ask your server for today's recipe.
Contains Dairy
Peanut Allergy
Contains Fish
Contains Shellfish
Gluten Free
Vegan Options
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