Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us, and although some of you may not believe in it because you think the whole thing is annoying (you’re probably right) or that it’s a capitalisy holiday (you’re definitely right), its roots as a romantic holiday actually dates back to some nice guy from a long, long time ago called Geoffrey Chaucer, AKA the author of The Canterbury Tales and the father of English literature. He was truly, deeply into love and that kinda thing. If he was alive today, he would be the Nicholas Sparks of our generation.
Anyway, while we won’t even pretend to be capable of offering any lovey-dovey advice to save your relationship this Valentine’s Day, we’ve done something better! We’ve compiled a list of the most romantic restaurants in town where you and your special someone can wine and dine on Feb. 14. We’ve even provided you with all the restaurant’s telephone numbers so you can reserve now before it’s too late!
The Mermaid – Maadi
It’s Italian, small, cute and totes looks like somewhere out of a Nicholas Sparks movie where you can see yourself dining with Zac Efron. Yum! The restaurant’s choice of music is also very on point! ~do you believe in life after love~
Telephone: 0223583964.
Le Deck – Zamalek
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Arguably one of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Cairo, you can find Le Deck at the Sofitel Gezirah hotel. The restaurant will make you feel like you’re on the Nile because you’re literally on it. Their mixed grill should help all your love problems go away.
Telephone: 0227373737.
L’Asiatique – 6th of October
The newly-opened Asian eatery has already become one of our favorites. Located inside Le Pacha West, this restaurant has the advantage of having Chinese, Japanese, Thai and Indian food all under one roof, so you and your other half don’t have to fight or compromise for each other no more.
Telephone: 0227350174.
Kamala – Boulaq
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Located at Conrad Cairo hotel, this Asian restaurant boasts some of the best dim sum you could ever taste in Cairo. Kamala’s atmosphere itself is also intimate and cozy, making it perfect for you and your Valentine.
Telephone: 0225808000.
Loft 21 – Garden City
You’ll be soaring, flying 21 floors high, and there won’t be a star in heaven that you won’t be able to reach. Loft 21 provides traditional American cooking, fabulous cocktails and Instagrammable views.
Telephone: 01004986811.
Mirai – Zamalek
Mirai doesn’t get as much recognition as its brother and sister, Left Bank and Seqouia, and we are here to do something about that. The Far Eastern restaurant has some of the freshest sushi in town, and it’s quite sad that no one knows about that fact.
Telephone: 0227350014.
139 – Haram
Feast like kings and queens with the Pyramids of Giza lying there just in front of you at the Mena House.
Telephone: 0233773222.
Kazoku – First Settlement
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Branded as the city’s new “it” place, Kazoku is located in Swan Lake and will make you feel like Japanese royalty upon entering. Forget about taking the love of your life to Tokyo because Kazoku is here.
Telephone: 01270004877.
Flambe – Heliopolis
One of Cairo’s best kept secrets tucking in Masr El Ghedida, resignating as the first supper club in Cairo. It is a must a try.
Telephone: 01063323333.
Vivo and Nox – Downtown Cairo
Yes, both of these venues are at The Nile Ritz-Carlton, but they’re there for a reason. Not only do you feast your eyes on the Instagrammable view, but the food is out of this world, and the live entertainment is set to be phenomenal.
Telephone: 02 25778899.
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