La Mimounia — Restaurant in Brignoles

Like Stepping Into a Moroccan Dream—With a Hug

Dining at this gem of a Moroccan restaurant feels less like going out to eat and more like being welcomed into someone’s home—if that home just happens to serve some of the most delicious food you’ve had in ages. From the moment my husband and I walked in, the owner, and son—who runs the front of house with warmth and charm—greeted us like old friends. As the restaurant filled, he moved between tables with the ease of someone who’s genuinely happy to share his family's culture and hospitality. But the real magic happens in the kitchen, where his 76-year-old mother is the heart and soul of the operation. She does all the cooking, and you can taste the experience, love, and sheer skill in every bite. The lamb tagines were deeply spiced and aromatic, bubbling hot and full of slow-cooked flavor that only a true pro could achieve. The couscous? Fluffy, fragrant, and served with a mix of almonds, raisins, cinnamon that was nothing short of heavenly. This isn’t trendy or flashy dining—this is soul food, in every sense of the word. It is small inside and the atmosphere is cozy and convivial, filled with laughter, warmth, and the gentle clink of tagine lids and glasses. This place is not to be missed. You’ll leave full, happy, and already planning...

By far, one of the best experiences on our trip to Toutour. This family-owned and run Morocan restaurant had the BEST food and the nicest staff. The view from our table was on the sun setting on the nearby fields of Tourtour. We ordered the Couscous and Zalook which were both tasty and delicious. After our dinner was over, the owner gave us a free portion of Zalook because we loved it so much. An absolutely incredible meal you cannot miss if you are...

The best restaurant ever. Great location in wonderful Tourtour, where there are the most breath taking sunsets. The owner, his wife, his mother and sister are a beautiful family. They prepare a tasteful couscous and tajine, the food was excellent and the mint tea was one of a kind with an excellent dessert, home-made of course. It is a must to go and for me one of the best restaurants...