I can highly recommend cafe tanja. The merguez was packed with flavour, the potato bricks were ridiculously good (crispy outside, soft inside), and the couscous was super bon. We originally wanted to take a potato brick away, but the staff suggested they’re best eaten soon after they’re made. We’re so glad they did. We loved the food so much we shifted our afternoon plans and stayed longer to eat it there. Lovely service, great food. We’ll be back.

The decor/atmosphere and friendly service were so warm and welcoming. She made us feel like we were in Algeria or Morocco dining with friends! The flavors were also great, 10/10. I’m only giving 4 stars instead of 5 because the portions were a lot smaller than anticipated. The kefta balls (with 1 egg) and chicken tajin plates were so tiny for the price. We had mentioned we were sharing everything amongst 3 people, but if we had known it was that small we would have ordered another meat plate because we were left wanting more. A great experience though and I’d still recommend it, but it’s good to go in knowing to order more! I’ll be back to try the date coffee and orange cake for sure.

This place is such a gem! Sana and her wonderful team make you feel like you’ve stepped into their home with their warm smiles, genuine hospitality, and the kind of care that’s rare to find. The food and drinks are absolutely delicious, especially their Hatay (my fav mint tea in town!!) full of flavour and clearly made with love. Everything is homemade (try their bread 🤤), served with thoughtful touches and great music in the background. It honestly feels like visiting a dear friend’s house where you’re treated like family. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a truly heartwarming North African dining experience!

Amazing Algerian/Moroccan restaurant in Sydney! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was incredible. The owner is so lovely and made us feel truly welcome. I’ll definitely be coming back!❤️

I had a great experience at Cafe Tanja. The staff were very welcoming and the food was very good, fresh, flavourful and authentic. The overall atmosphere felt warm and inviting, and I really appreciated the genuine hospitality. The food presentation and cold drinks could be improved, but the authenticity of the dishes truly stood out. I’ll definitely be back for another visit.