Restaurants in Alexandria

Coastal Alexandria is Egypt’s second largest seaport and is located on the north-central part of the country. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331BC, Alexandria has been the focal point for many civilisations and trade centres in history. Today it is home to over 4 million people and has plenty of dining options to suit everyone’s tastes.

Mohamed Ahmed

The undisputed king of fuul in Alexandria, Mohammed Ahmed has been running his humble restaurant for over 6 decades in success. Fuul is a traditional Egyptian dish made from fava beans and is the restaurant’s signature dish. Offering substantial quantities of traditional Egyptian food for great value for money, the restaurant is always packed during lunchtime. Mohamed Ahmed is recommended for vegetarians and anyone looking to sample authentic Egyptian cuisine.

Greek Club

An ideal setting for outdoor dining, Greek Club offers a wide terrace overlooking Alexandria bay. It is recommended to make a reservation to avoid disappointment and many people save a trip to Greek Club for special occasions. Specialities include the seafood platter, moussaka and other fish dishes.

Abo Faris

A popular Syrian restaurant that also serves Mediterranean and Lebanese dishes, Abo Faris offers patrons an option to sit indoors or outdoors in their garden. Popular dishes include shawarma, kofta, mixed grills and rice with meat.

Fish Market

As the name suggest, this fine dining option focusses on delivering some of the best seafood dishes in the city. Located on cornice road, Fish Market sources its ingredients from all over the world blending it with local seasonal finishing. It’s a great place for large groups who like to share platters and have a great time.