Mohammed Al-Rifi
Founder & Head Chef
The visionary who first set a table on the Nador waterfront. 40 years of fire, spice, and unwavering passion.
Est. 1984
Our Story
Four decades on the shores of the Mediterranean
A Legacy Born from the Sea
Named after a Cape.
Named after a Cape.
Built on a Promise.
Since 1984, Restaurante Tres Forcas has stood at the edge of the Mediterranean, where the Rif mountains cascade into the sea at Nador. What began as a single waterfront table — a dream of one family and the fresh catch of local fishermen — has grown into one of Morocco's most beloved and enduring seafood institutions.
We are named after Cape Tres Forcas, the ancient Roman promontory that juts boldly into the sea just north of Nador, unchanged for millennia. Like the cape, our commitment to quality, tradition, and the sea has never wavered. Every dish we serve is a bridge between the past and present — between the fishermen who rise before the sun and the guests who gather at our tables at dusk.
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Our Journey
Four Decades of Excellence
1984
The First Table
A family dream becomes reality on the waterfront of Nador. The first dishes are served to fishermen and neighbours — chermoula prawns, grilled sea bass, and Moroccan bread.
1992
The Dining Room Opens
Growing word of mouth brings diners from across the Rif region. We expand with a dedicated dining room, doubling capacity and introducing our first formal menu.
2001
Rfisa Tres Forcas is Born
Our head chef introduces the signature Rfisa dish — a coastal twist on the classic Moroccan stew that would go on to define our identity for generations.
2010
The Terrace & Waterfront
A major renovation opens our iconic terrace overlooking the Mediterranean bay — the most beautiful dining setting in Nador, beloved by families and honeymooners alike.
2018
Royal Seafood Platter
Our most ambitious creation launches: the Royal Seafood Platter for two — a grand tour of the Mediterranean on one stunning plateau. Instantly becomes our most celebrated dish.
2024
40 Years & Counting
We celebrate four decades of unbroken excellence, welcomed by 5,000+ loyal followers and guests from across Morocco, Spain, and beyond. The journey continues.
What We Stand For
Our Pillars
Freshness Above All
Every morning, our team visits the Nador fish market before dawn. Only what is freshest makes it to your plate — no exceptions, no compromises.
Family at the Core
Tres Forcas began as a family vision and remains one today. Three generations have poured their love, knowledge, and dedication into this place.
Heritage Preserved
Moroccan culinary tradition is sacred to us. We evolve our presentation but never our roots — every recipe is a living piece of cultural memory.
Behind the Kitchen
The People of Tres Forcas
Khadija Al-Rifi
Chef de Cuisine
Guardian of the tagines and pastilla. Khadija's recipes are the soul of the kitchen — perfected over decades.
Youssef Al-Rifi
Seafood Specialist
Third generation, trained on both sides of the Mediterranean. Youssef brings a modern touch to the family's timeless recipes.
Recognition
As Others See Us
"Tres Forcas occupies a rare space in Moroccan gastronomy — a restaurant that feels both deeply traditional and effortlessly refined. The sea bass alone is worth the journey."
— Maroc Cuisine Magazine
"On the northern coast of Morocco, tucked along the Nador waterfront, a culinary legend has been quietly writing history for four decades."
— The Mediterranean Table
"The Rfisa Tres Forcas is one of the finest single dishes we encountered in a year of travelling the Moroccan coast. Unmissable."
— Rif Food & Travel Guide
Be Part of the Story
Every guest who sits at our table becomes part of forty years of history. We would be honoured to have you.