Let’s be honest—stuffing a bird with rice might sound like a gamble, but when it comes to hamam mahshy, we’re all in. Crispy on the outside, stuffed with perfectly seasoned freekeh (or rice) on the inside, and packed with flavor, this Egyptian comfort food hits the spot like nothing else.

Whether you’re a lifelong hamam devotee or just curious to try this Egyptian delicacy for the first time, we’ve rounded up the best spots in Cairo to get your fix.

El Dahan | Branches all over Cairo

Consistency is key, and El Dahan delivers. With locations all over the city, you’re never too far from your next hamam fix. Pro tip: don’t skip the salads—they’re part of the experience.

El Mohamady | Arabella Plaza, New Cairo & The Gate Plaza, Sheikh Zayed

What started as a family-run spot in Mansoura has become one of Cairo’s top destinations for hamam. Their hamam mahshy is the stuff of legend, and their delivery service makes it easy to get your fix.

arahat Grill | 26th of July Axis (Opposite Galleria 40 Mall), Sheikh Zayed & 7 El Nil El Abyad St., Mohandessin

Farahat is the OG when it comes to hamam mahshy, beloved by generations. Perfectly seasoned and impossibly juicy, this is a rite of passage for hamam lovers.

Om Hassan | Branches across Cairo

Om Hassan is known for grilled meats and fattah, but their hamam mahshy is easily one of the best in town. Don’t sleep on it.

Sobhy Kaber | 151 Obaid St., Shoubra

Who owns Sobhy Kaber these days might be a mystery, but the quality of their hamam mahshy isn’t. It’s a must-try. Pro tip: wear your stretchy pants—you’ll need them.

Bigga | 20 Mohammed Farid St., Downtown

Downtown Cairo is full of hidden gems, and Bigga is one of them. While their 'kaware' soup is what gets people through the door, the hamam mahshy keeps them coming back.

7agoga | El Madfa’eya Park, Heliopolis

7agoga might just make you rethink your family’s hamam mahshy. With all due respect to the ‘tetas,’ this place sets a new bar.

Haty El Gomhoreya | Bab El Louk, Downtown

Haty El Gomhoreya’s hamam mahshy is just as mouth watering as the rest of their grill menu—simple, satisfying, and always on point.

Hamam Abdo | Arena Mall, New Cairo & City Walk Mall, Sheikh Zayed

If pigeons are your thing, Hamam Abdo specializes in them. Their hamam mahshy is crispy, flavorful, and stuffed to perfection.

Ezz El Menoufy | Branches across Egypt

With branches across the country, Ezz El Menoufy serves up one of the best hamam mahshy around, along with a menu full of Egyptian classics.

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