Where to eat Middle Eastern food in Aswan: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 14, 2020 Deane Carmody

Best Middle Eastern restaurants nearby. Discover the best Middle Eastern food in Aswan. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Middle Eastern restaurants near you.. Aswan is more idyllic than other cities in Egypt—located in southern Egypt, it’s a great place to explore that country’s epic history far away from the chaos of Cairo. Take a traditional wooden felucca around Elephantine Island and explore the ruins of the Temple of Khnum. (Editor's note: Our list was compiled before political unrest prompted many countries to issue travel warnings for Egypt. If you're currently planning a trip to Egypt, please consider the risks and monitor your government's travel alerts.)
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9. Kato Dool Restaurant & cafe

Aswan Egypt Seafood, Middle Eastern, Egyptian, Mediterranean Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi [email protected] +20 106 755 7225 http://www.facebook.com/KatoDool
Kato Dool Restaurant & cafe

Kato Dool Nubian House, Kato Dool is a Nubian word means "the Big House" Kato Dool is your gateway to the best Nubian Experience in Aswan, the place surrounded by the Nile and simple colored cozy homes that helps your brain to travel away and feel the rea

Reviewed By izohdy

Amazing Nubian oriental egyptian foodGreat Value for money for sureNot that big menu - 5 main courses - but all are amazingStaff are lovely and helpful

8. Dokka Restaurant

Aswan Egypt African, Seafood, Middle Eastern, Soups, Arabic +20 111 611 4405

Reviewed By Ahmad O

The restaurant is in the middle of the river nile ..you can go there by special boats belongs to the restaurant for free .. the food is tasty , the stuff are kind , the view is so beautiful .. also there was a nubian show which was very nice.

7. Abeer restoran

Abdeli Tahrir, Aswan Egypt Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Egyptian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Table Service http://www.al-monitor.com/pulse/home.html
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4 based on 22 reviews

Abeer restoran

Hi everybody,If u come to Aswan try to have a meal in a nice local restaurant.Near railway station is small Abdeli tahrir , street with this name. In the middle of this street is entrance in Abeer restoran. There you can be served by local meat specialty.

Reviewed By ahmadmO2508VE

We had dinner here twice and it’s best to stick to the least processed dishes like shish kebab, which they make using beef or chicken. They don’t serve much lamb, and the oven roasted lamb shank we tried was a bit dry and not as good as the shish kebab. They also make lots of kofta, using minced beef and it’s not bad, though not as good as the ones made with lamb. The tahini dip and salads are complimentary and were ok; the bread is fresh. They are also reasonably priced, about 300-350 Egyptian pounds for two people; and the service is great once they get to know you. Tip about 10 % to make them happy and look after you on your next visit. The location is in the gritty part of town, but most of Aswan is gritty so just take in the experience and enjoy the food.

6. Nubian Restaurant

Issa Island, Aswan Egypt Egyptian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Lunch, Dinner Seating, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Table Service +2-09-79-10-8000
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4 based on 43 reviews

Nubian Restaurant

Reviewed By Marie-Claire S

We just finished a meal at the Nubian restaurant, which had been recommended by our guide. Its island location is easy of access through a local motor boat. We had a spread of different dips and each tasted the Nubian version of tajine (clay pot dish). The flavours were subtle and not too spicy. The two kinds of bread were scrumptious. Mango is in season, so I indulged in freshly squeezed mango juice for dessert. The place pays attention to cleanliness, and the staff is more than friendly. You cannot go wrong with this reasonably priced dinner ($40US for 3). The view of the river is also peaceful.

5. Oriental Kebabgy

Abtal El Tahrir Street, Aswan Egypt Egyptian, Middle Eastern Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Outdoor Seating +20 97 2316000 http://www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-1666-sofitel-legend-old-cataract-aswan/index.shtml#./restaurant.shtml
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4 based on 41 reviews

Oriental Kebabgy

Reviewed By Debra R

My family really enjoyed our dinner at this restaurant. I found the atmosphere and ambience to be delightful, the service was excellent and the food was excellent. Staying at The Old Cataract, having dinner here seemed like a no brainer. The restaurant is small so booking a table is recommended.

4. Salah el-Din

Corniche el-Nil, Aswan Egypt Middle Eastern, Egyptian Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Reservations, Full Bar +20 114 086 0000
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3 based on 122 reviews

Reviewed By kyliebun

We dined at Salah ad Din restaurant in Aswan on both the 30th and 31st December 2018. On the 30th we arrived late afternoon and were shown four areas, an enclosed upstairs dining room, an open sided downstairs room and outside terrace both overlooking the Nile or on the floating 'boat' on the Nile.We chose the floating area and ordered a couple of beers. We ate a mixed Kofta and Kebab and a Kebab, both were served with bread and were very good and reasonably priced. We returned later that evening after a stroll along the Corniche for a another beer or two and a glass of wine, this time sitting in the open sided downstairs room, the drinks were reasonably priced.On New Years Eve we returned, again dining on the floating platform, but this time much later and it was busier. On this occasion we had beer and wine with a Nubian Beef Tagine and a Kofta, both very good. We then again moved up to the open sided area for a few more drinks.

3. Makka

near the Station, Aswan Egypt Middle Eastern, Egyptian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Table Service +20 97 2303232
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4 based on 153 reviews

Makka

Near the Station in Aswan, round the corner from the celebrated Chef Khalil restaurant

Reviewed By freddysg

The food at this place was average. The service was alright. It was a bit pricey for Egyptian standards.

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2. El Dokka

Hessa Island, Aswan Egypt Middle Eastern, Egyptian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Table Service +20 122 216 2379
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4 based on 322 reviews

Reviewed By lightningboy

The restaurant is on a small island just off the southern tip of Elephantine Island. The restaurant has a private boat so if you call ahead you can arrange for a complimentary pickup. It is designed to accommodate large tour groups but we came on a Thursday night at 7pm and it was virtually empty. Our server was attentive to our needs and helped with menu suggestions. There is quite an extensive selection of Egyptian items, but no alcohol is served here. I found the food to be just OK. The chicken and meat was a little dry and the fish had a heavy fishy taste. With drinks and desert the bill came to about 250 EGP per person for a party of 4. A tax of 12% as well as 10% service is added to the bill. Overall the experience was OK but it my opinion there are probably better choices in town.

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1. El Masry

Sharia al-Matar Dropped Pin near Aswan, Aswan Egypt Middle Eastern, Egyptian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Takeout, Reservations 230 2576 http://www.facebook.com/ELMASRY.SINCE1958
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4 based on 339 reviews

We found this restaurant in the lonely planet Egypt book and it would be a shame for people to miss out on it, because it isn't listed on tripadvisor.

Reviewed By MichaelMc777

Al Masry was recommended by my hotel. The restaurant is located on a side street and has a simple entrance. The interior is basic and the service is below par for Egypt. The menu was in English and the prices are for foreigners. The selection of dishes were your basic Egyptian dishes. Stuffed pigeon and so on. I found the flavors of the dishes and presentation on the average side. Production and no love. I left disappointed.

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