A savory, thick frittata-like cake made with eggs, meat, potatoes, and cheese, distinct from the Moroccan version.
5 top-rated spots found
Dar El Jeld
Tajine El Bey
Traditional Tunisian Fine Dining
· $$$$
· Medina of Tunis
★★★★½ 4.7
1,250 reviews
Local LegendClassicUpscale
9.8
Flavor
7.5
Value
10
Vibe
Set in a palatial 18th-century mansion, this is the gold standard for Tunisian hospitality. The Tajine El Bey is a masterpiece of layering, representing the most refined version of the dish historically served to royalty.
📍 5-10 Rue Dar El Jeld, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
El Ali
Tajine Malsouka
Tunisian Cultural Cafe & Restaurant
· $$$
· Medina of Tunis
★★★★½ 4.4
2,695 reviews
InstagrammableCultural HubClassic
9.2
Flavor
8.5
Value
9.6
Vibe
El Ali offers a panoramic view of the Zitouna Mosque from its rooftop. Their Tajine Malsouka is celebrated for its textural contrast, bridging the gap between a traditional tajine and a brik pastry.
📍 45 Rue Jemaâ Ez Zitouna, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
Dar Slah
Tajine Tunisien Traditionnel
Authentic Tunisian
· $$
· Medina of Tunis
★★★★½ 4.8
590 reviews
Hidden GemAuthenticLocal Legend
9.5
Flavor
9.2
Value
8.8
Vibe
Often cited as the best value-for-money fine dining in the Medina, Dar Slah focuses on home-style recipes. Their tajine is praised for its moistness and the quality of the local farm eggs used.
📍 145 Rue de la Kasbah, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
Fondouk El Attarine
Miniature Tajine Assortment
Tunisian Mediterranean
· $$$
· Medina of Tunis
★★★★☆ 4.2
1,299 reviews
HistoricClassicTourist Favorite
8.6
Flavor
8
Value
9.8
Vibe
Located in a beautifully restored caravanserai (merchant inn), the atmosphere is unmatched. They serve tajine as part of a sophisticated appetizer spread, allowing you to taste multiple varieties in one sitting.
📍 9 Bis Souk El Attarine, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps
Doken
Tajine au Poulet et Fromage
Modern Tunisian Bistro
· $$
· Medina of Tunis
★★★★½ 4.5
180 reviews
Modern TwistHidden GemArty
8.9
Flavor
9
Value
8.7
Vibe
Doken is the 'hipster' choice of the Medina, run by a young architect. It offers a 'Slow Fast Food' concept where traditional dishes like tajine are served with a modern, minimalist aesthetic.
📍 12 Rue de la Commission, Tunis, Tunisia · View on Maps