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

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When it comes to Zamalek, eating the best pasta is no struggle. The area has never been short of legendary Italian pasta spots. However, there might have been a few awesome restaurants that are often overlooked in the crowd. So, here are 5 restaurants that are worth checking out for an impeccable taste of pasta and other delicious foods.

1- Zio Marco Restaurant

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For an authentic experience of Italian cuisine, Zio Marco on the Maraashly intersection serves outstanding fresh pasta in a cosy, elegant setting. Zio Marco is known for its expertise and craft, offering a variety of Italian dishes, including pasta, main dishes, and desserts. They use fresh organic ingredients to ensure the quality of the food. Their dishes are fantastic, but their best bits would be their ravioli, risotto, and tiramisu. The restaurant requires a reservation in advance as it’s quite small and gets crowded easily. Their prices are moderate to expensive, and they’re popular with their welcoming, warm service.

2- L’Aroma Gourmet Coffee

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Known for its exceptionally huge gourmet coffees and hot drinks, L’Aroma also serves high-quality, delicious pasta. You get to pick your preference of parmesan or blue cheese besides picking your favourite sauce, which tastes great. The place has a highly cosy setting, and smoking is allowed inside. Their service is fantastic, and the staff is super friendly. Their prices are pretty moderate, and they’re located on Salah El-Deen Street. 

3- GI Cafe & Boulangerie

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GI is such a unique Zamalek spot that serves exceptional pasta. The pasta is made according to traditional Italian recipes in huge, hearty portions that bring comfort and warmth to your day. Besides pasta, GI is here to create your food how you like it, and they welcome all requests and suggestions to its full-range menu. They have an amazing salad and sandwiches bar; their best is their taco salads. They also have a jar bar where they serve delicious sweets from their various candies and fresh chocolate fountains. They also have a few board and card games, making it the place where you can truly get anything you want. Their prices are moderate, and they’re on the 26th of July Street.

4- No Big Deal Cafe

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No Big Deal is also an excellent option for pasta in Zamalek. They’re located on Sayed El-Bakry Street with a lively indoor and outdoor setting. They also serve various Eastern and Western foods that taste amazing. Their prices are moderate to expensive, and their portions are good.

5- Olivo Pizzeria & Bar

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Besides their fantastic pizzas, Olivo also serves terrific pasta. A must-try pasta there would be their rigatonis. Their whole menu is awesome, but their prices are somewhat expensive. They’re located on Taha Hussein Street, which has lovely low-light vibes and a high-chair setting.