Where to Find the Best Steak Frites in Egypt – A SceneEats Guide

Egyptians have a complicated relationship with steak. We either overcook it into oblivion, drown it in mushroom sauce like it’s a drowning victim, or call it “steak” when it’s clearly a confused escalope in distress. It’s dramatic, it’s chaotic, and frankly, most of the time, it’s not even steak. We’ve spent decades treating red meat like it owes us money, and as a result, the mere mention of medium rare still causes uncles across the country to clutch their stomachs in fear.

And yet—hope. A few brave spots across Egypt have chosen to defy the beef-based trauma of generations past. They’ve embraced the French art of steak frites, where meat is treated with respect, fries are given the golden crispness they deserve, and sauces aren’t just an afterthought—they’re a love language. It’s not everywhere (yet), but when you find it, it feels like discovering a secret society. One where the password is “béarnaise” and the only rule is: don’t you dare bring ketchup near this plate.

So we did what had to be done. We embarked on a quest—a crispy, juicy, calorie-laden quest—to find the best steak frites in Egypt. The ones that understand balance, seasoning, texture, and most importantly, that fries are not just a side—they are half the relationship. Below is the list. A carnivorous call to arms. A saucy celebration. A guide to the rare, the bold, the beautifully done steak frites of Egypt.