While “Rick’s Place” doesn’t exist in real life, there is a Rick’s Café Casablanca, a restaurant inspired by the iconic film “Casablanca.”
The cafe, which opened in 2004, is located in the city of Casablanca, Morocco, and aims to recreate the atmosphere of the movie, complete with period decor, live piano music, and even a “Sam’s piano.”
The cafe is not affiliated with the film’s producers, but it has become a popular tourist destination for fans of “Casablanca.”
Here are some interesting details about Rick’s Café Casablanca:
- It was founded by Kathy Kriger, a former American diplomat who lived in Morocco.
- The cafe is housed in a traditional Moroccan riad, a type of mansion with a central courtyard.
- The cafe’s menu features French and Moroccan cuisine, as well as cocktails inspired by the film.
- Live piano music is played nightly, and the cafe often hosts events such as movie nights and jazz concerts.