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

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Lamb Fattah is an Eid staple that is super flavourful, and with Eid Al Adha finally here, it’s time to prepare for a holiday filled with festivities. Even though there are many Fattah variations, Eid Al Adha is not complete without the traditional Egyptian Fattah, made with Dani meat AKA lamb. Here are five places you can find this classic dish around Cairo.

Sobhy Kaber

The hype is real; if you passed by Mehwar bridge, Mohandeseen, or Dokki areas recently, then you probably caught a glimpse of Sobhy Kaber’s billboards and posters scattered everywhere. Sobhy Kaber started off small and now has even opened a branch in the UAE. This Shoubra-based restaurant offers all the traditional Egyptian dishes you can think of, alongside the basic Fattah and Fattah with Knuckles.

For more information, call 16640.

Om Hassan

This traditional Egyptian restaurant has two prominent branches in two prime locations: Nasr City and Mohandeseen. Om Hassan’s Fattah selection is varied and impressive; fom the well-known traditional Fattah and Ouzi Fattah to Mouzzah, Ribs, and Knuckles Fattah, you can head there to feast your eyes (and bellies) on their extensive selection, or get their family-sized Fattah tray.

For more information, call 19500.

Beeja

Embrace the fantastic Nile view while you enjoy your up-scaled Fattah dish this holiday at Beeja. Their Zamalek location boasts a beautiful view of the horizon and a quiet chic ambiance. You can get the Classic Fattah or Fattah with Mowaz while you sit back and take in the beauty of the scenery.

For more information, call 01030022000.

Abou El Sid

Abou el Sid has been offering authentic Egyptian dishes since 2000. With significant success over the past two decades, this traditional Egyptian restaurant continues to impress. Abou El Sid focuses on presenting quality and top-notch service with three branches open all over the capital. Their menu is varied and broad, filled with grills, tajins, and of course, the Egyptian-style Fattah and Fattah with Knuckles. Pass by their Zamalek, 6^th of October or Nasr City branches this holiday!

Zitouni at the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza offers terrific lunch and dinner deals this Eid in their very own Egyptian restaurant, Zitouni. Enjoy an evening filled with live cooking stations, an open buffet, and more while overlooking a breathtaking view of the Nile. Zitouni’s menu has an a la carte option that serves up authentic Egyptian Fattah with lamb amongst many other choices.

For reservations, call 0227916877.