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

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Amidst the crowds and chaos of Downtown, Garden City still maintains its fresh air and calm atmosphere. Even though it seems so quiet that it has no good places, Garden City has never been short of restaurants of any cuisine, which all deserve to be checked out and enjoyed within its lovely streets and relaxing ambience. So, here’s an updated 2025 guide to all of Garden City’s restaurants!

Room Art Space

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Room Art Space is most known for its impeccable entertainment events. However, the place also provides a variety of fresh, delicious food. They have a variety of tasty fried appetisers, sandwiches, pasta, and desserts, all of which are of excellent quality. They’re also known for their strong, rich coffees and refreshing, flavourful drinks. Their Garden City Room Art Space has a cosy indoor wooden setting, which is awesome for chilling in an underground lowkey vibe.

Falak Book Store

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Being a great art and culture centre, Falak also serves a variety of delicious Egyptian food, as well as other breakfast and lunch dishes, such as fresh bakeries, burgers, pizzas, and desserts. The space is always a chill spot to start or end your day, whether in its spacious, lively indoors or relaxing in its outdoor balcony surrounded by fresh air and trees. 

Il Nilo Italian Restaurant

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With a friendly and welcoming vibe, Il Nilo is an excellent spot for Italian cuisine in Garden City. Great for company and date nights, especially with their spacious open areas and mesmerising Nile view. They serve fantastic Italian pasta and pizza, as well as a variety of other delicious dishes and beverages. The place has elegant and natural vibes that bring relaxation to your days.

E NOCI Bistro

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E NOCI Bistro is also a superb corniche spot. It’s a Mediterranean bistro with a flavourful menu and a stunning view. They serve speciality coffee, a tasty breakfast menu, delicious main dishes, fresh bakeries, cheese platters, and many more contemporary cuisine items. The place has a lovely outdoor vibe that is perfect for winter mornings.

Hegazy Cafe

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Preserving its spot and quality since 1954, Hegazy Cafe serves a selection of quick bites. Their menu includes chicken and beef sandwiches, as well as a variety of other options. They stand out with their fresh ingredients, fresh juices, and strong, rich coffees, which all come with a side of friendly service and affordability.

Fuul Mahrous

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The famous Fuul Mahrous is still the go-to fuul spot in Garden City. They serve flavourful fuul besides tasty Egyptian breakfast. Its lovely outdoors, surrounded by the trees in the Garden City ambience, marks it as a charming, affordable dining experience.

El Villa

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For international cuisine with a taste of history, El Villa serves a full-range, good-quality menu of several Egyptian and oriental food and beverages. The restaurant is a spacious apartment located on the 5th floor of an old building, with a beautiful vintage interior and stunning outdoor terrace that makes it great for a morning coffee, nice lunch, working, or whatever you feel like. Their staff are super friendly, and their service is excellent.

Patrimoine Du Caire

Patrimoine Du Caire offers a similar vibe to El Villa, featuring a unique culinary twist with unusual dishes such as ostrich steak and venison casserole. The restaurant also serves a comprehensive international menu, all prepared with exceptional quality and taste. Housed in a villa, it boasts several spacious indoor and outdoor areas adorned with vintage interiors, antiques, and classical decor, creating a lovely ambience.

Taboula

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For a taste of Lebanese cuisine in Garden City, Taboula offers good food in a cosy Arabian setting. Their menu features a variety of traditional Lebanese dishes, including flavourful mezze, grilled meats, and fresh salads, all prepared with authentic ingredients and a touch of creativity.