Flying out of Fes and wondering where to eat at Fes-Saiss Airport? Serving Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital, this mid-sized airport offers a deliberately pared-down selection of dining options. This guide provides a neutral, factual overview of the airport’s food outlets based on official information from the National Airports Office (ONDA), so you know exactly what to expect.
In short: eating at Fes Airport
- Number of outlets: two listed food points.
- Where: in the public hall and in the airside (post-customs) area.
- Types: dining and ice cream/desserts.
- Good to know: limited selection; plan to eat beforehand if needed. Official source = ONDA.
The cafés and restaurants at Fes-Saiss Airport
Here are the food outlets listed at Fes Airport according to ONDA, along with their location. This is an informational list, with no ranking or reviews.
| Outlet | Location | Type (indicative) |
|---|---|---|
| Medina | Public hall | Dining |
| Sud Ice | Public hall / Airside | Ice cream / desserts / snacks |
The official reference is the Fes Airport page on the website of the National Airports Office (ONDA). It is the most reliable source for the up-to-date offering.
A limited offering: what that means for you
Let’s be upfront: Fes-Saiss Airport is smaller than Casablanca or Marrakech, and its dining options are limited. In practice, you’ll find something to drink and a bite to eat, but don’t count on a wide choice of restaurants. One outlet is accessible in the public hall (before security), the other is present both in the public hall and in the airside area (after security). Opening hours may vary depending on passenger numbers and the time of your flight.
Our tips so you don’t leave hungry
- Eat before the airport: the safest option. Have a proper meal in town or at your accommodation before your transfer.
- Bring a snack: a sandwich or some fruit (dried, preferably) will tide you over, especially for an early-morning flight.
- Plan for off-peak times: in the very early hours or late at night, outlets may be closed or very limited.
- Halal: food service in Morocco is overwhelmingly halal.
We remain neutral: we don’t judge the quality of the outlets, we simply tell you what exists and how to plan ahead.
Alternatives and trip planning
To plan your journey to the airport, check out our comparison of transfers from Morocco’s airports. To stay connected as soon as you arrive, see our guide to Wi-Fi at Fes Airport. And if you’re still torn on your itinerary, our Marrakech or Fes comparison may help you decide.
Paying on the spot: dirhams, cards and tipping
The Moroccan dirham is a closed currency: you cannot get it on decent terms before you leave home, and you cannot easily change it back once you return. Change your money once you are in Morocco, and keep small notes on you. For a coffee or a snack before boarding, cash in dirhams is the simplest option — do not count on a foreign currency being taken, and do not assume a card will work everywhere.
At the end of your stay, keep only what you will actually spend: dirhams still in your pocket once you have crossed the border are of little use to you. Tipping is not compulsory in Morocco; a few coins left on the table are a normal courtesy, nothing more. If your journey to the airport is not sorted yet, our comparison of transfers from Morocco’s airports will help you set your departure time.
What you can take on board
The liquids rule is the same as anywhere else: 100 ml maximum per container in hand luggage, all of it fitting inside one transparent resealable plastic bag. A full water bottle bought before the checkpoint will therefore be thrown away. The trick that works everywhere: go through security with an empty bottle and fill it on the other side.
Solid food, on the other hand, is no problem in the cabin: a sandwich, dried fruit, biscuits or pastries all go through, and that is a useful fallback when the choice on site is thin. Just keep in mind the rules of the country you land in: many destinations, including EU countries, ban meat and dairy products brought in luggage. Once you are past the checkpoint there is little left to do but wait — our guide to Wi-Fi at Fes Airport explains how to get online.
Travelling with a baby or young children
Milk, water and baby food for an infant travelling with you are exempt from the 100 ml limit, in a reasonable quantity for the length of the journey. Mention them at the checkpoint and take them out of your bag: they are screened separately, which goes faster when you have planned for it.
Bring enough to keep everyone going, too: with a limited choice of outlets, arriving with a snack and an empty bottle to fill after security saves a lot of trouble. Practice on pushchairs varies from one airline to another, so check at check-in how far you can keep yours.
Quick answers
Cash or card? Bring dirhams in cash, in small notes: that is what works everywhere in Morocco. A card can come in handy, but do not build your day around it.
Can I take a water bottle through? Not a full one: 100 ml per container maximum. Take it through empty and fill it after the checkpoint.
Can I bring a sandwich bought in town? Yes, solid food is allowed in the cabin. Just check the import restrictions on fresh products in the country you are landing in.
FAQ — Fes Airport restaurants
Are there restaurants at Fes Airport?
The selection is limited: two food outlets are listed, in the public hall and in the airside area. You may want to plan on eating before you arrive.
Can you eat after security?
One outlet is listed as present in the airside area (after security), in addition to the public hall. Opening hours, however, depend on flight schedules.
Is it better to eat before arriving?
Yes—given the limited offering, having your meal in town or at your hotel before the transfer is the safest option, especially for an early-morning flight.
Where can I find the up-to-date official list?
On the official ONDA website, under the cafés & restaurants section for Fes-Saiss Airport.
Summary
Fes-Saiss Airport offers a dining selection limited to two outlets. Enough for a drink and a snack, but it’s best to plan a proper meal before you arrive. For the most recent information, rely on the official ONDA source. Have a great trip !
Photo credit
Illustration: Departure Hall of Gonggar Airport.jpg — AlexHe34 (CC BY-SA 3.0), via Wikimedia Commons.
