Diamond-shaped semolina pastries stuffed with date paste, deep-fried, and soaked in honey or scented syrup.
4 top-rated spots found
Pâtisserie Zarrouk
Makroudh aux Dattes
Tunisian Pastry
· $$$
· La Marsa
★★★★½ 4.8
1,240 reviews
Local LegendClassicPremium
9.5
Flavor
7.8
Value
8.9
Vibe
Widely considered the gold standard for 'finesse' in Tunis; their dates are sourced exclusively from premium groves in Tozeur, ensuring a melt-in-the-mouth texture that avoids the graininess of mass-produced versions.
📍 20, Avenue de l'Indépendance, La Marsa, Tunis · View on Maps
Souk El Berka Artisans
Makroudh au Miel (Artisanal)
Traditional Street Food
· $
· Medina
★★★★½ 4.7
620 reviews
Hidden GemAuthenticInstagrammable
9.7
Flavor
9.8
Value
9.2
Vibe
The sensory experience of watching the Makroudh being fried and dipped in hot syrup right in the heart of the historic Medina is unmatched. The contrast between the hot pastry and the cooling honey creates a unique crystalline texture.
📍 Souk El Berka, Medina of Tunis, Tunis · View on Maps
Pâtisserie Masmoudi
Makroudh Kairouanais
Tunisian Pastry
· $$
· Ennasr
★★★★½ 4.5
2,850 reviews
ReliableModernClassic
8.9
Flavor
8.2
Value
8.5
Vibe
A masterclass in branding and hygiene without sacrificing the soul of the pastry. They offer the most consistent honey-to-date ratio in the city, making them the safest bet for international travelers.
📍 Avenue Hédi Nouira, Ennasr II, Tunis · View on Maps
Pâtisserie Ben Yedder
Makroudh Traditionnel
Tunisian Pastry
· $$
· Centre Ville
★★★★½ 4.4
890 reviews
NostalgicClassicLocal Legend
8.7
Flavor
8.5
Value
8
Vibe
A time capsule of 20th-century Tunis pastry making. Located in the bustling downtown, it serves a version that is slightly crunchier and less sweet, appealing to those who prefer a more rustic semolina bite.