Restaurants
Cairo, Egypt
Cairo’s restaurant scene is looking better every year. In
addition to the many Egyptian restaurants in all price
ranges, this city is an excellent place to sample other
Middle Eastern cuisines. Fresh fish, ordered by the pound
from a display and cooked to order, is a local specialty.
Cairo now boasts fine Italian, Swiss, French and Asian
restaurants. Muslims do not eat pork, and few restaurants
serve it. Alcohol is also forbidden to strict Muslims;
however, most restaurants serve at least wine and beer.
Expect to pay within these general
guidelines, based on the cost of a dinner for one and not
including drinks, tax or tip: $ = less than £E 50; $$ = £E
50-£E 100; $$$ = £E 100-£E 175. All establishments listed
below include a 12% service charge and 5% tax in the bill
(but you’re expected to leave a little change as well). In
most places, major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard and
American Express) are accepted, but it’s best to call
first to make sure. Reservations are not necessary unless
otherwise noted.
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