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The best ful medames and ta'ameya in Cairo
Start with Abdullah Bashandy in Downtown (Munira) for ta'ameya and ful sandwiches, Felfela in Downtown for ful and ta'ameya and Tabali Bistro in Zamalek for saffron-lemon ta'ameya at breakfast. Here are all 4, with what to get at each.
- Abdullah BashandyDowntown (Munira) · Egyptian grill
Get: Ta'ameya and ful sandwiches
Made fresh in an open kitchen. Old-school Downtown Cairo grill house known for kebab and kofta, simple decor and generations of loyal regulars.
- Tabali BistroZamalek
Get: Saffron-lemon ta'ameya at breakfast
A trendy kiosk-cafe with a pricier twist.
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Where is the best ful medames and ta'ameya in Cairo?
Chef Amazing’s picks start with Abdullah Bashandy (Downtown (Munira)), Felfela (Downtown) and Tabali Bistro (Zamalek). All 4 places are on this page with what to get, where they are and a map.
What should I order?
At Abdullah Bashandy, get ta'ameya and ful sandwiches. At Felfela, get ful and ta'ameya. At Tabali Bistro, get saffron-lemon ta'ameya at breakfast. At Zooba (Zamalek), get ful, ta'ameya.
Which neighborhood is best for ful medames and ta'ameya in Cairo?
Most of these are in Zamalek. The map on this page shows every one, numbered like the list.
How does Chef Amazing pick these?
From Chef Amazing’s city guide and lists for Cairo: the places critics, chefs and locals keep recommending, checked and kept current, with what to order at each. Nobody pays to be on them.
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