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139 Pavilion
One of Marriott Mena House’s multiple dining options, 139 Pavilion is an all-day international restaurant with incredible views of the pyramids offering indoor and outdoor seating. Note that during lunch time you will see many tour groups stopping here to...
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9 Pyramids Lounge
9 Pyramids Lounge is located in the heart of the Great Pyramids of Giza with a beautiful vantage point that allows you to see—as the name suggests—the nine pyramids in the complex. This is a great option for a la...
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Abou El Sid
One of Cairo’s legendary restaurants, Abou el Sid is located on Zamalek island, an upper-class enclave of embassies and mansions. There’s an Ali Baba quality to the restaurant, which is decorated with Oriental carpets and lanterns and is always filled...
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Abou Tarek
Abou Tarek is a multi-level fast food establishment and is the most popular restaurant in Cairo serving Egyptian koshary, a local specialty made of rice, macaroni, lentils, chickpeas and crispy onions topped with spiced tomato sauce and garlic vinegar. If...
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Andrea Mariouteya
Andrea is a family-owned restaurant that has been open since 1958. Though famous for its chicken, Andrea also serves great mezze and has beautiful views. This is a great option for lunch or dinner to pair with a pyramids day...
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Azza Ice Cream
Azza is a popular spot for ice cream in Alexandria. It is located right by the water and makes for a nice break before or after touring Alexandria’s Citadel.
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Crimson
Set on a rooftop and featuring an al fresco terrace overlooking the Nile, Crimson serves delicious international dishes, ranging from Western comfort food to upscale Mediterranean fare, in an atmosphere that feels relaxed yet refined.
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Em Sherif Café
Em Sherif Café is located in Sheikh Zayed City and is a popular, beloved Lebanese restaurant (a chain coming from Beirut) inside a mall complex. They offer outdoor and indoor seating, with delicious and authentic food, but due to its...
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Felfela
Felfela is an authentic, casual Egyptian restaurant in downtown Cairo founded in 1959. It has a lively atmosphere and makes for a nice lunch or dinner option.
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La Bodega Aperitivo
Inspired by bars of Milan and Harry’s Bar in Venice, the uber-stylish La Bodega Aperitivo features a stunning bar and dining room with chesterfield sofas, dazzling chandeliers and artworks by Egyptian and international artists. Helmed by South African chef Johnny...
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Le Pacha 1901
If you ask expats living in Cairo for their favorite restaurants, Le Pacha 1901 will most certainly be on their list. The former 19th-century paddle cruiser is docked along Gezira island on a prime spot of the Nile. Diners can...
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Naguib Mahfouz Café
The best place to eat in the Khan el-Khalili bazaar, Naguib Mahfouz Café draws lots of tourists. It is named for the Nobel Prize–winning author of Palace Walk, who reportedly ate here frequently before the attempted assassination on his life...
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Simonds
Located in Zamalek, Simonds has been satisfying the sweet tooths of Cairo since 1898 and is the place to go for traditional Egyptian pastry, as well as other French and Middle Eastern pastries. They also claim to serve the best...
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Sky Rim
Sky Rim is located on Al-Mokattam Street in Cairo and sits well above the city with incredible views. There are two restaurant options at Sky Rim: the Palladium (a casual restaurant) or Cresta (a café for a quick bite). Palladium...
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Sofra Restaurant & Café
Sofra is located in the heart of Luxor City in an old, traditional 1930s Egyptian house. In a day split between touring the east and west bank of the Nile, Sofra makes for a perfect refuge to stop for lunch,...
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Solaih Nubian Restaurant
This authentic outdoor restaurant is the only structure located on the island directly across from the Philae Temple, boasting excellent Nubian fare and incredible views. The restaurant also features a romantic fire pit where sundowners are served.
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White & Blue
White & Blue is a Greek restaurant and members-only club located on the water adjacent to the Citadel. In a city with a limited food scene, it is a solid option with a nice atmosphere and beautiful views of the...
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Zööba
Zooba is a Cairo-based Egyptian street-food chain with several locations (it became so popular that they also opened a location in NYC). If you’re looking for a quick bite or snack in downtown Cairo, this is a great option.