Café Slimania (قهوة فتحية) — Restaurant in Tunis

Wandering through the winding alleys of the Medina, I stumbled upon Café Slimaniaa, a hidden sanctuary of time and tradition. On a quiet Saturday morning, I found myself the only outsider there, yet I felt completely at home.

Hafez, with a gentle smile, placed before me a cup of strong Turkish/Arabic coffee, its aroma rising like an invitation to slow down. As Fayrouz’s voice floated softly through the air, the café seemed to dissolve into a timeless space where music, coffee, and history met.

Sitting there, I felt suspended between past and present, savoring not just a drink, but a piece of Tunisian soul. Café Slimaniaa is more than a café—it is an experience, a memory etched in sound and flavor, waiting quietly for those who wander far...

Very dishonest prices. We saw a local couple get the same order we had, and leaving paying 10 dinars while also receiving change. Two women next to us got sweets and tea, and still paid 10. We had to pay 20, even when we pointed out the issue. One of the workers said it was fishy too, but not all of them agreed with him, so we still had to pay 20, for two cups of tea that were pretty average considering the others we had....

Hipster yet local cafe offering baklava tea which comes already sweetened (important to note for those who can't have sugar). Lovely to sit for a tea or coffee to people watch and soak in the local vibe. Happening at night as well, seems to be a place where local young people hang out. The pricing was not transparent compared to another cafe we went to that provided us with menus. The staff also tried to get us to go to his...