The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

As the Downtown cafe scene constantly evolves, keeping track of the best cafes can be challenging, especially with new spots opening and trends shifting. Whether you’re in search of a cosy cafe to sip your morning coffee or a chic cafe for an afternoon catch-up, Downtown has something for every type of coffee lover. Here’s an updated list of some fantastic cafes in the Downtown area, each with its own charm and flavour, perfect for every mood and occasion.

D Cafe

Located within the Diwan Cinema Radio Branch, Diwan Bookstore offers the sweetest ambience of a book cafe within the noisy Downtown area. They serve delicious coffee, sandwiches, and pastries at prices that won’t break the bank while providing a calm aesthetic to read and drink. It also has two floors, an outdoor area, and the staff are super friendly.

Nitocrisse

With its stunning balcony, the cafe offers a relaxed setting to sit and enjoy coffee with a sky view. Located at 26 July Street on the roof of the Nitocrisse Hotel, it is an excellent option for fresh air, especially in this weather. They provide great coffee along with other beverage options that are all affordable. They don’t serve any food, which can be a plus as you can get your food from wherever you choose and eat there. Another aspect is that, unlike most cafes, they allow playing cards and board games.

Kapri Cafe

Nestled on Sherif Basha Street, Kapri offers affordable coffee and delicious desserts. The place has nice decor and super friendly staff. It also has free wifi and serves shishas, which is great for working or just chilling.

Groppi Garden

Groppi is still one of the cosiest outdoor spaces in which to enjoy coffee and breakfast. It’s on Abdelkhalik Tharwat Street. The spot is fantastic for groups and planned outings. Their garden is also a great place to unwind, relax, and escape from the noise of Downtown.

Crema Coffee Shop

Alluring you with its aesthetically pleasing decor, Crema Coffee Shop on Adly Street offers tasty coffee and bakery items at lovely prices. It has excellent service and kind staff. It’s also worth mentioning that they have plant-based milk alternatives.

Musa’s Coffee

A cup-shaped coffee shop on Mohamed Mahmoud Street, Musa’s offers a diverse menu of caffeinated drinks, sandwiches, and pastries at moderate prices. It also has free wifi and is a great place to work or study, which takes some of the load off Cilantro and Beano’s as they’re on the same street.

Bennu Cafe & Snacks

Recently opened on Mohammed Ezz El-Arab Street, Bennu Cafe offers rich flavoured coffee, as well as a variety of fresh sandwiches, snacks, and other beverages at moderate prices. It’s an indoor cafe with lots of windows and space.