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The best ice cream in Cairo
Start with Dolato in Cairo branches, Dara’s Ice Cream in Cairo branches and Gelato Mio. Here are all 5, with why each one is worth it.
- DolatoCairo branches · Gelato
Egyptian gelato brand offering Italian-style scoops and distinctive miniature ice cream pops.
- Dara’s Ice CreamCairo branches · Ice cream
Local favorite offering rich ice cream, with flavors such as honeycomb and caramelized almond.
- Gelato MioGelato
Italian gelato and sorbet specialist known for creamy textures and natural fruit flavors.
- Mandarine KoueiderCairo branches · Ice cream
Historic Egyptian sweets house also known for its ice cream and frozen desserts.
- StavoltaMaadi · Gelato
Homemade Italian gelato includes Egyptian-inspired flavors such as hibiscus and tamarind.
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Where is the best ice cream in Cairo?
Chef Amazing’s picks start with Dolato (Cairo branches), Dara’s Ice Cream (Cairo branches) and Gelato Mio. All 5 places are on this page with what to get, where they are and a map.
Which neighborhood is best for ice cream in Cairo?
Most of these are in Cairo branches. 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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