The best bars and cafés Egypt

Opened in 1994 by a native of Luxor who had fallen under the spell of English pubs during an extended stay in Great Britain, Kings Head Pub offers beers and cocktails at very reasonable prices, and it is possible to eat. Count about 200 LE for your meal. For a glass of Egyptian wine count 120 LE, and for a cocktail 60 LE. For the atmosphere we don't skimp on happy hours, live football matches and disco nights: so British! You can dance to the Beatles or... Bob Marley! Very pleasant staff.

Since 1990, this typical ahwa has been satisfying the cravings of customers and souk vendors for hot drinks and fragrant smoke, day and night. The Egyptian and Finnish owners of the café provide everything to make it easier for customers to come. If the local buses are not suitable for you, call for a taxi. And if you are on the other side of the shore, everything is provided, the staff will order a motorboat for you. Nice café where you can sip your drink while playing billiards, dominoes...

"Ahwa, Ahwa" (coffee): Sofianopoulo serves an espresso worthy of satisfying the most difficult of caffeinated beverage lovers. As for the décor, it is not to be outdone either, with its large silver roasters and coffee grinders combined with the canvas bags overflowing with the precious beans: it feels like a museum of antiques. The smell of coffee pervades the whole shop and up to 500 metres away! Colourful staff: it's an address in its own right that's worth a visit for a coffee on the spot or to buy a packet to take away.

It's the Instagram cliché of Dahab: a coffee that looks like an ultra-colourful hippie flea market. The concept was so popular that the small café has expanded over the years and has become a chain of which you will see several replicas on the Corniche. The service is very cool, not to say extremely slow, but you can't help but come back to it every time! The café opens quite early in the morning, and it may be the only one (around 8am and closes late in the evening). It looks directly out to sea and gives the impression of being on a boat.

Unsinkable pub with roof terrace and sea view. The bar belongs to the Red Sea Relax resort, which has an outdoor swimming pool. Here the beer is always fresh and you can toast even during Ramadan, while the police sometimes prevent the waterfront restaurants from serving it. It is the gathering place for expatriates living in Dahab, often very open and accessible to converse with newcomers. The disadvantage of this place is that the music is sometimes too loud to listen to each other.

Rooftop fashionable for its breathtaking view of the Nile banks loaded with towers, which seem infinitely high even from the 18th floor. This place is very popular with young Egyptians who come in groups to occupy the large tables on the beautiful terrace. If you wish to have an outdoor seat, it's best to start a little early. You can have a drink and a few mezze. The bar also offers some cold dishes, but the choice is rather limited. To avoid a sandwich at mealtime, it's best to plan to have dinner beforehand.

Large terrace and comfortable sofas. Crowded on the evenings of European championship football matches. This rooftop is frequented by the Egyptian youth who come here to drink a beer after a day of work or study. This hotel overlooks the headquarters of the mythical Wafd party. First Egyptian political party created in 1919, it embodies the vestiges of the first Arab nationalisms. The state of the building says a lot about what remains of this period. A reminder of the political effervescence that brought a democracy, which today is in a bad way.

This rooftop , accessed by entering through the hotel door, has a special charm with its wicker chairs and small mezzés of fool, cheese and raw vegetables. The advantage of being a little higher up is that you can breathe easier. This place welcomes all generations. Young and old Egyptians alike can be found here, smoking a chicha, accompanied by a cold beer. A limited choice of alcoholic beverages, but you'll be able to taste some Egyptian wines, which keep getting better every year. Such is the case with the famous Omar Khayyam.

The place to dance in Alexandria, whatever you look like. You'll find a wide variety of people here, from groups of students looking to party, to well-informed tourists, to (overly) mature men slouching and sometimes accompanied by (overly) young women... If you can, put down your preconceived ideas at the entrance and let yourself be carried away by the latest Egyptian electro shaabi hits. Lively day and night, you can also eat in (seafood cuisine) and smoke shisha. Various types of alcohol and a good cocktail menu.

Several addresses of this trendy café chain where you can go for breakfast, lunch, a drink, dinner or to indulge in the pleasure of chicha. The one of Sidi Gaber has the chance to enjoy a beautiful sea view. Fajitas, cordon bleu, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, pizza: the cuisine sails all around, it is generally very good. Soft or not, the cocktail menu suits all tastes with a multitude of proposals. Relaxed atmosphere, smiling service, impeccable hygiene: very nice address.

If we present in this section the Little Buddha of Hurghada, it should also be noted that in addition to the lounge, the establishment is a famous sushi bar in the Buddha Bar family. The ideal is to dine there and continue your evening in the lounge. On the menu, you will find the famous signature sushi and makis, original compositions that revisit the genre. But also meats, fish, soups and some vegetarian dishes that will suit every palate. Be careful, it's better to reserve to be sure to have a seat.

The Zamalek rooftop is a nice place to come for a coffee at the end of the day or a beer in the evening. Its greatest advantage? Its superb view of the Nile. In a 100% Egyptian atmosphere, you can relax behind your glass and enjoy the moment. You can see the capital's biggest hotels, but also the boats cruising on the Nile... and the pollution that is all too often present. Despite this, this is still a great place to spend a relaxing moment in the somewhat chic Zamalek district!

Hoda Shaarawi Street and the surrounding streets have been annexed by small terraces filled with tables where Cairoites come to hang out with friends. The atmosphere is very relaxed, very pleasant and very local: plastic tables spilling out onto the street, a simple but friendly decor under the trees... People come here for a kawa, tea or hookah in the heart of downtown Cairo. A good time, in an atmosphere that's different from the rest of the city. A must-try before dining in one of the good little restaurants in the area!

Bar rather frequented by the youth of Maadi.

Bellini Cockail Lounge is the bar of the InterContinental Hotel, which is close to the CityStars shopping centre, Heliopolis and a few minutes from the International Garden. Its subdued lighting gives the place a somewhat serene atmosphere that allows you to cut the infernal rhythm of the city. The bar is excellently stocked with a variety of alcoholic beverages. Open until 4am, the place seems perfect for after parties . You can also stop there for a sandwich at lunch time and a quick drink atHappy Hour.

He wanted to compete with the Umm Khalsoum and its garden. An interesting atmosphere.