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When it comes about food in Egypt , you really should be well prepared, as there is plenty to tempt you! And don’t forget you’re staying in Cairo , which has an enormous amount of restaurants to offer, for all the pockets and palates.
Either you’re going for a traditional tasty Kushari ( macaroni, lentils, chick peas) or a fine dining at an expensive restaurant facing the Nile, you really have where from to choose! Still, you should be aware that ingredients are often low quality and it is highly recommended to dine at the most visited restaurants! As for the alcoholic drinks, you will not find them in the c heaper restaurants, neither in some more expensive outlets.
Most of the budget eating is concentrated downtown, while for higher quality you should look in the more affluent parts of Cairo , like Zamalek or Mohandesin.
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Don’t miss the Kushari Tahrir, an outlet chain that only serves Kushari, and God, they really make it good! If you are visiting the Islamic Cairo, make a stop to taste the delicious foul (bean paste) at al-Gahsh, a budget restaurant situated opposite to Seidna Zeinab mosque.
The medium and upper price range places offer a limited choice of traditional Egyptian food. Still, one of the most visited restaurants by travellers is the most authentic Egyptian place in Cairo – Abou el Sid, serving elegant traditional food, accompanied by old Egyptian music. Make sure you reserve in advance, as this restaurant is on the spot for both locals and tourists. Looking for a fine dining place to splurge? You will find the top notch restaurants in Cairo most often, based in the five stars hotels or the Nile boats. Still, for a more casual atmosphere and more reasonable prices, dine at La Bodega in Zamalek – excellent food, great service and even a choice of drinks, which could put you in difficulty to find in Cairo.
For a delightful dash of Italian food, go for Maison Thomas in Zamalek, which is also one of the only restaurant serving pork dishes, a rarity in Cairo. Tempted by the stylish Lebanese food? You’ll always have one of the Dar-al-Qamar chain spots at your hand.
After a delicious dinner, there’s nothing more delightful than relaxing with a drink and a sheesha (narguile) in one of the open air places along the Nile.
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