Chez Ali sur Epernay

We visited twice as a family: we received a very warm welcome, and the service was very friendly! And the food... The couscous is incredible, from the very fine semolina to the vegetables and meat... A real treat. We made reservations both times, not knowing how busy it would be, but we can't wait to go back.

We ordered two portions of delicious royal couscous to take away, a very generous serving for two. One small drawback: we ordered for 7 pm and our food wasn't delivered until 7:20 pm. We would still recommend it, as we have for previous customers.

The location was cosy and the food was good. The Moroccan menu offered a good selection, but there were not many vegetarian options. It would be nice if the vegetarian tagine/couscous included chickpeas instead of just vegetables. Also, we were surprised that the tagine wasn’t served with bread or couscous. The friendly service was unfortunately slow and disorganised. Despite only three tables being occupied, we were served late and not closely attended to.

It has been a legal right in France since July 1, 2021. Law No. 2020-105 of February 10, 2020 (the anti-waste law) requires restaurants and bars to provide reusable or recyclable containers for customers to take home uneaten food, upon request (Juribot) (Article L541-15-7 of the Environmental Code). Some useful details: The restaurant cannot refuse, except in certain circumstances (all-you-can-eat buffets, where this obligation does not apply). (Comment Ça Marche) The container must be provided, but the law does not explicitly require this service to be free (regioneo) — in practice, most restaurants do not charge for the container. A restaurant owner can refuse to allow customers to take home certain products for hygiene reasons (for example, certain fish or delicate preparations). So if you want to get your leftover lunch back, you are perfectly within your rights to ask for it.

A very pleasant evening in a beautifully decorated oriental setting, delicious couscous and tagine, courteous and friendly welcome: an evening off the beaten track, I recommend it!

5 big stars for Mr. Ali and his family. We had an exceptionally delicious meal. Lamb and plum tagine, Ali-style couscous, extra meat dishes, mint tea with Moroccan pastries. Everything was equally delicious. I could taste the love that went into the preparation of the dishes.

Lovely food and a beautiful restaurant.

We had a lovely meal here! We arrived late and they still sat us. The food was delicious and I loved the Cafe Gourmand - mint tea and baklava. Friendly service too. Thank you!

Excellent welcome Excellent cuisine Well-chosen decor and music