Emerald Upscale Moroccan Restaurant Orlando

Being from out of town and wanted something Mediterranean and looked on Google Maps. Saw this place near by and decided to try it. Got a to go order and have to say the food was very delicious and the staff was very polite and friendly. Really nice restaurant wish had time to eat inside and take in the experience.

Delicious food especially their Moroccan Couscous, great service and reasonable prices.

I usually don’t like writing bad reviews, but I feel I have no choice. I went for Iftar last week with a friend, and our experience was terrible. When the server asked if we wanted the Iftar meal, we said yes. He explained what was included, but what we were served was completely different. The food was disappointing, and the service was even worse.

We waited over 30 minutes just for water, despite reminding the server multiple times. Frustrated, we decided to leave and eat elsewhere. When we got the check, the Iftar was listed as $14.99 per person, so for two people, the total should have been $29.98 before tax. I paid $38 in total, including tax, and left a cash tip for the server before leaving.

The real shock came the next day when I checked my bank account and saw that I was charged $57 instead of $38! This is completely unacceptable. Overcharging customers without explanation is dishonest and unprofessional.

I cannot recommend this place to anyone—poor service, bad food, and shady business practices. Shame on you for taking advantage of customers.

Spectacular authentic Morrocan experience! Perfect! Thanks Ian, the manager and everyone including the chef for a terrific experience

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent food and service. Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Entering the restaurant started a less than desirable experience. The room was filled with smoke from the cooking. The scent stayed on my clothes until we came home.

The tables are small and cramped and the prices extremely high for everything. We asked for water and were charged $5 per water bottle. Robbery. I pay $5.35 for 48 bottles of water at the grocery store. The food portions are average but not close to the value needed for the price. The taste of the food is average.

The music was too loud during the belly dancer performance but I couldn't have cared less about that kind of entertainment.

Gratuity was added to my bill without my asking which I always find presumptuous and annoying.

Will not be going there again.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

First time in a Moroccan restaurant. It was Delicious and tasty authentic dishes. The waitress Ian went above and beyond on his service explaining each plate and recommendation.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food, very affordable in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. And, bonus, a lovely belly dancing show!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Not a great experience. First the waiter told us they didn’t have couscous, when in reality they did. We got it eventually.

One of the dancers accidentally smacked me in the face as I was eating. No one apologized.

At the end, the waiter quickly flashed the bill before switching screens and asked what we would like to tip (as if it was not included). Turns out there was a 21% service fee included and we tipped a total of 40%+. Very dishonest practice…

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 1

Delicious food great customer service! Will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Family Sampler Platter, Chicken Tagine

Great food! We enjoyed the feast From the land which allowed us to try various types of meats with endless sides! It was delicious!! And so fun! Our server Ian was very good and took great care of us!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Family Sampler Platter, Lamb Chops

Ian was amazing! The food was A1. And the atmosphere was a vibe

Food: 5

Service: 5

If you’re looking for delicious Moroccan cuisine, this is the restaurant for you.

Staff have a smiley face and good service.

Food is delicious and flavoursome. Brought some friends over and we all tried it for the first time. Everyone said hands down it was an amazing experience.

The lamb and chicken Tagine was absolutely amazing. Dipped with some pitta or baguette 🥖

There’s live performance on Saturday with belly dancing on Friday night.

There’s also a little area within the restaurant where you can buy Moroccan items.

It was a good night with good food.
Would recommend it 👍

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shish Tawook, Chicken Tagine, Lamb Chops

This is the best food I’ve had in Orlando, hands down. Please do yourself a favor and get the Lamb Tagine as well as the chocolate covered dates—both were out of this world!!! I’ll definitely be back here when I’m in town next time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Was in Orlando for a conference at the renaissance Hotel and convention Center. I needed a break from the banquet food that was being served. Saw this traditional Moroccan restaurant that was minutes away from the hotel and decided to have a meal. I did go on a Saturday afternoon at noon, I was the only person there the entire time. It seems the restaurant is busier later in the day after 4 PM. I enjoyed a full course meal, which also included traditional Moroccan mint tea. I would come back when I’m in town.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5