Fodor's Expert Review Zezo

$$ Islamic Cairo North Middle Eastern

The menu at this modest eatery, run by the same family since the 1960s, focuses on thin-loaf sandwiches with meat fillings, some of which are very spicy, though you might consider trying scrambled eggs with basturma (seasoned, air-dried, cured beef). In the evening, locals flock here to share a meal with family and friends, so you might have to wait to be seated.

Middle Eastern Quick Bite Dinner Lunch $$

Quick Facts

1 Midan Bab al-Futah
Cairo, Cairo  Egypt

11-1912–7150

Known For:
  • Sandwiches featuring soft Egyptian fino bread
  • Lively (somewhat chaotic) street-style seating area
  • Specialty honey-and-cream dessert sandwich
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Reservations essential during Ramadan

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