Eating and DiningNovember 18, 2018
Sun, salt and seafood: Best Restaurants in Alexandria
Extending along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and featuring a magnificent skyline, Alexandria is the second largest city in Egypt. The city is famous for many things; the salty smell of the beachfront air, the ancient cobblestone streets downtown, and of course, delicious food. Best Restaurants in Alexandria range from fancy seafood restaurants to traditional falafel restaurants, and all offer a unique toothsome experience.
Founded by Alexander the Great, the coastal city is an important tourist destination in Egypt. This has added to the number of tourist attractions and the number of restaurants in Alexandria.
So let’s take a scrumptious tour through the famous cuisine in the city, and taste what Alexandria has to offer.
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One of the most famous seafood restaurants in Alexandria. It does not get any better than this in Alex! A fine dining restaurant offering delicious seafood with a magnificent sea view. This restaurant has been one of Alexandria’s staples for years and years.
The indoor area is very elegant and fancy, but the true gem here is the outdoor terrace. Overlooking Alexandrian port on one side and the Qaitbay fort on the other, the terrace is extremely popular, especially during weekends. So you better book in advance.
The Tarama and Herring appetizers are absolutely a must there, they make the perfect companion to the fresh white bread which is served hot. For the main course, you can check what’s on display that day in the cooler and make your choice accordingly.
The only downside to this amazing restaurant is that it shares a limited parking area with other popular destinations including Qaitbay fort so parking spaces are hard to come by, especially around lunch hour. Other than that, the experience is flawless.
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For families book in AL ASAFRA DAHAB - families only
The name Zephyrion means sea breeze in Greek, and the place serves fresh seafood right on the sea and is considered the best seafood restaurant in Alexandria. The blue and white terrace overlooking Aboukir Bay is indeed a wonderful place to enjoy the sea breeze.
Founded in 1929, the restaurant serves fresh seafood. The seafood display there is varied and plentiful, and everything is so fresh and prepared exquisitely. That is why Zephyrion has been one of the most popular restaurants in Alexandria for years.
Even though it is located in Aboukir, more than 20 minutes drive from the city, the place is often packed during weekends so it is better to go early and sit in the terrace to enjoy the view and the fresh air as reservations there depend largely on word of mouth and not guaranteed.
Book in the elegant hotel in Alex
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This charming small pizzeria is a hidden gem in Alexandria, it is the place no Alexandrian will tell you about because they would love to keep for themselves which would make it one of the best restaurants in Alexandria, and you have no hope whatsoever of stumbling upon it by chance.
The quiet place, hidden in a backstreet in downtown Alexandria, looks simple and unassuming from the outside, but once you go past the wooden doors, its rustic interiors will take you right to the heart of Italy. And the classic italian songs playing in the background will provide the perfect backdrop to your meal.
The family run pizzeria serves a variety of Italian dishes, including homemade pastas with brilliant sauces and several chicken and meat main courses. But you must try their pizza, authentically Italian and absolutely delicious. If you are going with a group, get a variety of dishes and try everything, you will not regret a single choice in their menu.
Book in Steigenberger Cecil Hotel Alexandria
Have a Gorgeous sea view in Gleem
The huge and best seafood restaurant Alexandria can in fact host and feed an entire village!
As soon as you approach the place, the delicious scent of grilled food envelops your senses, promising a hearty meal, which the restaurant will certainly deliver.
As soon as you sit, you will be greeted with a basket of fresh bread and a wide assortment of salads to choose from, everything is freshly prepared and simply toothsome, try to leave room for the main course though as it is really good. We highly recommend ordering a rice tagine with your grilled meat, it is not to be missed.
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Book in Tolip Hotel Alexandria
This place is always crowded, weekday, weekend, day, night, it is always packed. We find this understandable as it is one of the best cafes and restaurants in Alexandria.
If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy a stunning view of the Mediterranean, accompanied by a good meal, a good shisha and one of the best desserts in Alexandria then Latino is your place.
The food and drinks are of very good quality, but the star of the show is the famous Alexandrian dessert Zalabia. You have to try the mix chocolate Zalabia platter at Latino, it’s guaranteed to bring you back to Alexandria.
This place is always crowded, weekday, weekend, day, night, it is always packed. We find this understandable as it is one of the best cafes and restaurants in Alexandria.
If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy a stunning view of the Mediterranean, accompanied by a good meal, a good shisha and one of the best desserts in Alexandria then Latino is your place.
The food and drinks are of very good quality, but the star of the show is the famous Alexandrian dessert Zalabia. You have to try the mixed chocolate Zalabia platter at Latino, it’s guaranteed to bring you back to Alexandria.
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White and Blue Restaurant, The Greek Club
One of the most famous seafood restaurants in Alexandria. It does not get any better than this in Alex! A fine dining restaurant offering delicious seafood with a magnificent sea view. This restaurant has been one of Alexandria’s staples for years and years.
The indoor area is very elegant and fancy, but the true gem here is the outdoor terrace. Overlooking Alexandrian port on one side and the Qaitbay fort on the other, the terrace is extremely popular, especially during weekends. So you better book in advance.
The Tarama and Herring appetizers are absolutely a must there, they make the perfect companion to the fresh white bread which is served hot. For the main course, you can check what’s on display that day in the cooler and make your choice accordingly.
The only downside to this amazing restaurant is that it shares a limited parking area with other popular destinations including Qaitbay fort so parking spaces are hard to come by, especially around lunch hour. Other than that, the experience is flawless.
Check now Royal Jewel Al Raml Hotel
For families book in AL ASAFRA DAHAB - families only
Zephyrion
The name Zephyrion means sea breeze in Greek, and the place serves fresh seafood right on the sea and is considered the best seafood restaurant in Alexandria. The blue and white terrace overlooking Aboukir Bay is indeed a wonderful place to enjoy the sea breeze.
Founded in 1929, the restaurant serves fresh seafood. The seafood display there is varied and plentiful, and everything is so fresh and prepared exquisitely. That is why Zephyrion has been one of the most popular restaurants in Alexandria for years.
Even though it is located in Aboukir, more than 20 minutes drive from the city, the place is often packed during weekends so it is better to go early and sit in the terrace to enjoy the view and the fresh air as reservations there depend largely on word of mouth and not guaranteed.
Book in the elegant hotel in Alex
Amazing Hotel for families
Chez Gabi
This charming small pizzeria is a hidden gem in Alexandria, it is the place no Alexandrian will tell you about because they would love to keep for themselves which would make it one of the best restaurants in Alexandria, and you have no hope whatsoever of stumbling upon it by chance.
The quiet place, hidden in a backstreet in downtown Alexandria, looks simple and unassuming from the outside, but once you go past the wooden doors, its rustic interiors will take you right to the heart of Italy. And the classic italian songs playing in the background will provide the perfect backdrop to your meal.
The family run pizzeria serves a variety of Italian dishes, including homemade pastas with brilliant sauces and several chicken and meat main courses. But you must try their pizza, authentically Italian and absolutely delicious. If you are going with a group, get a variety of dishes and try everything, you will not regret a single choice in their menu.
Book in Steigenberger Cecil Hotel Alexandria
Have a Gorgeous sea view in Gleem
Balbaa’s Village for Grilled Food
The huge and best seafood restaurant Alexandria can in fact host and feed an entire village!
As soon as you approach the place, the delicious scent of grilled food envelops your senses, promising a hearty meal, which the restaurant will certainly deliver.
As soon as you sit, you will be greeted with a basket of fresh bread and a wide assortment of salads to choose from, everything is freshly prepared and simply toothsome, try to leave room for the main course though as it is really good. We highly recommend ordering a rice tagine with your grilled meat, it is not to be missed.
Check the best hotel in Montazh
Book in Tolip Hotel Alexandria
Latino Cafe & Restaurant
This place is always crowded, weekday, weekend, day, night, it is always packed. We find this understandable as it is one of the best cafes and restaurants in Alexandria.
If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy a stunning view of the Mediterranean, accompanied by a good meal, a good shisha and one of the best desserts in Alexandria then Latino is your place.
The food and drinks are of very good quality, but the star of the show is the famous Alexandrian dessert Zalabia. You have to try the mix chocolate Zalabia platter at Latino, it’s guaranteed to bring you back to Alexandria.
This place is always crowded, weekday, weekend, day, night, it is always packed. We find this understandable as it is one of the best cafes and restaurants in Alexandria.
If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy a stunning view of the Mediterranean, accompanied by a good meal, a good shisha and one of the best desserts in Alexandria then Latino is your place.
The food and drinks are of very good quality, but the star of the show is the famous Alexandrian dessert Zalabia. You have to try the mixed chocolate Zalabia platter at Latino, it’s guaranteed to bring you back to Alexandria.
The Elegant hotel in Smouha
Check Le Metropole Luxury Heritage Hotel
Ebn Hamido
It is the best fish restaurant Alexandria because it serves the finest varieties of fresh fish, which are sought after by experts who appreciate the exquisite flavor of seafood. The appealing view of the sea from this restaurant makes it very special. Ebn Hamido is regarded as one of the most well-known restaurants in Gleem Bay because of its positive public reputation. Ebn Hamido is a must-try if you're looking for a restaurant where you can enjoy great food and best service with your family or friends. When dining at Ebn Hamido Restaurant, you should try some of the most well-known dishes there such as:- seafood soup.
- Seafood pasta casserole in the oven.
