Stir in the milk and sugar and bring to a boil over moderate heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in the orange-flower water and simmer for 1 minute.

It all creates a distinct Moroccan taste. But Mohammad isn’t even Moroccan. Abdul Mani, a Moroccan, founded the restaurant in 2015, while Mohammad’s son, Hamza, worked as a waiter.