Matsuri Sushi at Marrakech airport is the terminal’s answer to the traveller who does not want another sandwich. It is a dedicated Japanese restaurant rather than a counter, which is unusual in a Moroccan airport, and it sits inside Marrakech-Menara airport.
At a glance
| At a glance | Detail |
|---|---|
| Where | Marrakech-Menara terminal, restaurant area |
| Opening hours | Follows the main flight bank hours |
| Payment | Cards and cash (dirhams) |
| Wi-Fi | Terminal Wi-Fi available |
| Best for | A proper sit-down meal before a long flight |
What is on the menu
The core of the menu is what you would expect: sushi, maki rolled in nori, and sashimi for anyone who wants the fish without the rice. Mixed platters let you try several varieties in one order, which is the sensible choice if you are eating alone and cannot decide.
The kitchen also does hot dishes, and this matters more than it sounds at an airport. Ramen in a rich broth, thicker udon noodles, tempura — vegetables or prawns in a light batter — and teriyaki, meat or fish glazed in a sweet sauce. Miso soup and the usual sides round it out.
Vegetarian and lighter options
There are vegetarian maki and vegetable tempura, so this is one of the few places in the terminal where a vegetarian traveller has a real choice rather than a salad by default. Japanese food also sits lighter than most airport fare, which is worth considering before a long flight.
Is raw fish before a flight a good idea?
It is a fair question and the honest answer is: it depends on your own tolerance. Sushi is light and digests easily, which is an argument in its favour on a long-haul flight where heavy food is uncomfortable. If you are at all unsure, the hot dishes — ramen, udon, teriyaki — give you the same restaurant without the raw element.
As with any airport restaurant, allow time. Sitting down to a meal is not compatible with arriving at the terminal an hour before departure.
How it compares in the terminal
Most of the food at Marrakech-Menara is café or bakery format — quick, sweet or sandwich-based. Matsuri is one of the few places where you sit down to a cooked meal. If you want the full picture of what else is available, our airport restaurants guide covers the terminal outlet by outlet.
Eating here with time pressure
The one thing to understand about a sit-down restaurant in a terminal is that the clock belongs to your flight, not to the kitchen. Sushi is assembled to order, and a mixed platter takes longer than a sandwich handed over a counter.
A workable rule at Marrakech-Menara: if you have cleared security and your gate is not yet showing, you have time. If boarding is already announced, take something cold and portable instead. The staff are used to travellers watching the screens and will tell you what is quickest if you ask.
The restaurant is also a reasonable choice on arrival rather than departure — after a long flight, a bowl of ramen before facing the taxi queue is a more civilised start to a trip than most airport options allow.
Frequently asked questions
Is there sushi at Marrakech airport?
Yes. Matsuri Sushi is a dedicated Japanese restaurant in the terminal, serving sushi, maki and sashimi as well as hot dishes.
Does Matsuri have vegetarian options?
Yes, vegetarian maki and vegetable tempura are on the menu, which makes it one of the better options in the terminal for vegetarian travellers.
Can I get a hot meal there?
Yes. Ramen, udon, tempura and teriyaki are all served, so you do not have to eat raw fish to eat there.
How long should I allow?
Treat it as a sit-down meal, not a grab-and-go stop. If you want to eat properly, arrive at the terminal with time to spare — three hours before an international departure gives you a comfortable margin.
Is it expensive?
It is priced as an airport restaurant, so above city level. For a full meal before a long flight it is reasonable value compared with buying several snack items.
How fresh is the fish at an airport sushi restaurant?
Matsuri positions itself on ingredient quality and prepares to order rather than holding pre-made trays. As with any sushi anywhere, if something looks or smells off, do not eat it — but the format here is a kitchen, not a chilled cabinet.
Is there anything for someone who does not like fish?
Yes. Vegetable tempura, vegetarian maki, udon and teriyaki with meat all avoid raw fish entirely.
Before you fly
Check the live departure board before you leave your riad, see our airport restaurants guide for the full list of places to eat in the terminal, and read our Wi-Fi guide if you need to get online.
Sources and updates
Information gathered from the brand’s official communications and from our own coverage of Marrakech-Menara airport. Opening hours and menus at airport outlets change often — the terminal information screens are always the final word. Page updated in October 2026.
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