We saved El Fondouk for the last night of our holiday — big mistake. The place was hot and when we asked if they could turn on the air conditioning, we were told, “It’s winter now.” Right… because apparently 29 degrees counts as winter here.
We tried to be chill about it (pun intended) and thought, “Okay, let’s just grab a cold drink instead.” Well, those were barely drinkable. At this point, we were just trying to find something redeeming about this visit.
Since the place does look beautiful— we decided to take a few pictures (literally 3 or 4, not a full-blown photoshoot). But then a staff member swooped in to tell us we can’t take pictures because it’s “not fair to the people dining.” There were maybe 8 people in the entire place. Sure, wouldn’t want to disturb the silence of the empty restaurant.
So, we left. Hot, thirsty, and unimpressed. El Fondouk might photograph well for Instagram, but that’s clearly where the experience ends. Maybe next time they can serve some cold air and a little hospitality with their overpriced drinks.
Not sure why this place has such a low rating, to be honest. The food was great, the drinks were tasty, and the service was quick and courteous. The decor is also outstanding. This place is a gem!
We had the grilled fish (sea bass, I believe) and the Djerbian rice. Both were great. In terms of drinks, we had a lemonade and a green juice. The lemonade was too sweet, but the green juice was great, and clearly made to order.
We’ll definitely come back next time we are in Djerba!
It was very nice birthday evening, the place is co magic and beautiful. Birthday cake was so delicious, the food was perfect. Amazing place with amazing people ♥️
Incredible experience! I strongly advise the tartar, the shrimp curry and the French toast.
The team is very friendly and professional. The environment is beautiful and the ambience music is truly relaxing. Loved it!
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Nomadic Rat
a week agoWe saved El Fondouk for the last night of our holiday — big mistake. The place was hot and when we asked if they could turn on the air conditioning, we were told, “It’s winter now.” Right… because apparently 29 degrees counts as winter here. We tried to be chill about it (pun intended) and thought, “Okay, let’s just grab a cold drink instead.” Well, those were barely drinkable. At this point, we were just trying to find something redeeming about this visit. Since the place does look beautiful— we decided to take a few pictures (literally 3 or 4, not a full-blown photoshoot). But then a staff member swooped in to tell us we can’t take pictures because it’s “not fair to the people dining.” There were maybe 8 people in the entire place. Sure, wouldn’t want to disturb the silence of the empty restaurant. So, we left. Hot, thirsty, and unimpressed. El Fondouk might photograph well for Instagram, but that’s clearly where the experience ends. Maybe next time they can serve some cold air and a little hospitality with their overpriced drinks.
Misha Nizker
5 months agoNot sure why this place has such a low rating, to be honest. The food was great, the drinks were tasty, and the service was quick and courteous. The decor is also outstanding. This place is a gem! We had the grilled fish (sea bass, I believe) and the Djerbian rice. Both were great. In terms of drinks, we had a lemonade and a green juice. The lemonade was too sweet, but the green juice was great, and clearly made to order. We’ll definitely come back next time we are in Djerba!
Ayoub Bessrour (BlanK!T)
a week agoFavorite restaurant in Tunisia. Besides the waiting time to enter, everything is perfect from the food to the service. Most visit in Djerba.
Marta Chmurska
5 months agoIt was very nice birthday evening, the place is co magic and beautiful. Birthday cake was so delicious, the food was perfect. Amazing place with amazing people ♥️
Flávio Lopes
2 weeks agoIncredible experience! I strongly advise the tartar, the shrimp curry and the French toast. The team is very friendly and professional. The environment is beautiful and the ambience music is truly relaxing. Loved it!