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- Greek Club (White and Blue Restaurant) Specialty: Greek and seafood. Greek Club is by far one of the most well-known restaurants in Alexandria, and for good reason -- the view over the Alexandrian harbor is second to none.
- Mohamed Ahmed. Specialty: fuul and falafel. Mohamed Ahmed has been serving up some of Alex’s favorite fuul and falafel for over 60 years, since 1957 (not sure what we’re talking about?
- El Lol. Specialty: seafood. This place brings a whole new meaning to the word ‘fresh’. It’s a little family-run seafood shack on the beach where you can watch the fishermen bring in their haul of the day which will then be cooked and prepared for you while you sit looking out over the water.
- Chez Gaby. Specialty: Italian. A cozy taverna-style restaurant off of Fouad street, Chez Gaby au Ritrovo has been open since 1979 and they serve pizza, pasta and other Italian classics.
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While Cairo might be the new hot foodie destination, Alexandria on the northern coast of Egypt takes the crown as the hot spot for seafood connoisseurs. With miles and miles of Mediterranean coastline and a thriving fishing industry, Alexandria boasts access to not only abundant fish and shellfish, but also a myriad of traditional local recipes to ...
In Alex, as the locals affectionately call it, traditional tajines from North Africa blend with spiced versions of Greek moussaka and Italian-inspired macaroni béchamel. Besarya, i.e. fried white bait, transports your taste buds to summer afternoons in Malta, Sardinia or elsewhere in the Mediterranean. Sayadeya, or seafood rice, might just be a dis...
Anyhow, back to the fish… Despite the abundance of spices and herbs, simplicity is key when it comes to cooking seafood in Alexandria. Gambari mashway, grilled prawns, and samak mashway, lightly seasoned grilled whole fish are only two of the numerous dishes that are the backbone of the modern Alexandrian cuisine. The star of the show though is sin...
Then you sit back, relax, and watch the plethora of side dishes and mezze that you didn’t even order appear in front of you. Alongside freshly baked bread. The bread basket at our restaurant, Arous Elbahr, was never empty. There were seemingly unlimited top ups and it was always fresh out of the oven! That’s only one of the reasons we would wholehe...
It’s about a three hour trip by car on the relatively new, fast and safe highway. Alternatively you can take the train from Cairo. For foreigner it’s about 60$ each way. (The price differs vastly for Egyptians). The train journey takes about 2 hours. You will need transport in the city itself to move easily between various attractions (ahem…various...
Arous Elbahr for best off the beaten path fish and seafoodAlban Swesra for the cheese foundue (expect lines, get the seafood one if you don’t eat meat)Mohamed Ahmed for Alexandrian take on breakfast/brunch, including Alexandrian foulCecil Hotel for an evening drink in a historical setting (Agatha Christie sipped cocktails there)- Teatro Eskendria: Unwind in the Cultural Hotspot of Alexandria. Find your way through the quaint, yet picturesque alleys to the Teatro Eskendria restaurant that flaunts the traditional Egyptian vigor drenched in silence and serenity.
- Stefano’s Restaurant: Savor Your Italian Affair. Located within the premises of Four Seasons Alexandria, Stefano’s Restaurant welcomes you with the inviting ambiance to gorge on some South Italian delicacies in an intimate setting.
- Trianon Patisserie: Tackle Your Sweet Cravings. Best known as one of the cutesy dessert restaurants in the city of Alexandria, Trianon Patisserie will lure you with the fine, artistic desserts that serve the visitors for their delight.
- Latino Cafe & Restaurant: Enjoy Your Meal at a Fresco-dining Setup. Latino Café flaunts its exotic fresco dining setting with the enchanting views of the Mediterranean, best known for its cozy ambiance.
- Samakmak. Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. Looking for good food and great service? Samakmak is here for you! You will not have any regrets after tasting their food and specialties.
- Chez Gabi. Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Posted by Chez Gaby au Ritrovo on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. If you want a classic and intimate Italian-style restaurant or pub with great food and drinks with reasonable prices, I would recommend that you visit this restaurant.
- Sea Gull Restaurant. Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Posted by Seagull restaurant on Monday, August 15, 2022.
- Tejano's Mexican Grill. Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. من غير ما تدعك الفانوس، هتلاقي الطبق قدامك كل يوم اتنين أطلب طبق رئيسي من تيهانوس، وهتاخد طبق تانى رئيسي من اختيارك...
Location: 399 El Geish Road Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano, Alexandria 21599 Egypt. Opening hours: the entire week 2 pm – 12 am. Byblos Restaurant’s Official Website. Find & Compare Things To Do in Alexandria. We just told you everything to know about the 6 best restaurants in Alexandria, Egypt.
2 days ago · Felfela. Felfela is one of the best Egyptian restaurants in Cairo. It was founded by Amina Zaghloul in 1959 and has been a staple for traditional breakfast ever since. It is located in Downtown, one of the busiest neighbourhoods in Cairo. Surrounded by shops of all kinds, Felfela is a great place to start your day.
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The restaurant’s takeaway orders are given in paper bags rather than plastic ones. It’s safe to say that Zooba is a perfect place to take pictures, especially with its vibrant colors and flowers! Location: 16 26 July St, Al Gabalayah, Zamalek Giza Governorate, Cairo, Egypt. Opening hours: Daily from 8 am – 1 am.
