Restaurants in Dahab, Egypt

Real addresses, opening hours and prices — the info other guides leave out.

Updated April 2026
14
Restaurants Listed
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Price Range
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Cuisine Types
Leila Restaurant
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Egyptian · Seafood
The most loved local restaurant in Dahab. Fresh grilled fish, kofta, falafel and Egyptian staples at honest prices. Always busy — arrive early.
📍 Mashraba St, Assalah, Dahab 🕐 09:00 – 22:00 daily 💰 Mains from 60 EGP (~$1.20) 📞 +20 69 364 0220
Nirvana Restaurant
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International · Egyptian · Seafood
Beachfront institution with panoramic Red Sea views. Grilled seafood, mezze and international dishes. Popular for sunset dinner — book ahead in high season.
📍 Waterfront, Mashraba, Dahab 🕐 10:00 – 23:00 daily 💰 Mains from 250 EGP (~$5)
The Funny Mummy
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International · Pizza · Café
Dahab's most famous expat hangout. Known for massive breakfasts, wood-fired pizza and shisha on the terrace. Good cocktails and regular events.
📍 Mashraba, Dahab 🕐 08:00 – 23:30 daily 💰 Pizza from 300 EGP (~$6)
Nesima Restaurant
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International · Seafood
Attached to the Nesima Resort. One of the most upscale dining options in Dahab. Extensive mezze menu, fresh catch of the day, good wine list.
📍 Nesima Resort, Mashraba, Dahab 🕐 07:00 – 23:00 daily 💰 Mains from 350 EGP (~$7)
Lakhbatita Café
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Café · Breakfast · Smoothies
Best breakfast spot in Dahab. Excellent shakshuka, fresh juices, smoothie bowls and strong coffee. Small, fills up fast on weekends.
📍 Assalah, Dahab 🕐 07:30 – 16:00 daily 💰 Breakfast from 120 EGP (~$2.40)
Captain's Cabin
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Seafood · International
Waterfront seafood restaurant with a nautical theme. Buy your fish fresh from the market downstairs and have it cooked to order. Great for groups.
📍 Waterfront, Dahab 🕐 11:00 – 22:30 daily 💰 Fish by weight, avg 400 EGP/kg
El Capitan Restaurant
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Egyptian · Grills
Simple and cheap Egyptian grill house. Rotisserie chicken, kofta, falafel and rice. Locals eat here — that's the best endorsement possible.
📍 City Centre, Dahab 🕐 10:00 – 21:00 daily 💰 Full meal under 100 EGP (~$2)
Lighthouse Restaurant
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International · Pizza · Pasta
Relaxed restaurant near the Lighthouse dive site. Good pasta and pizza, vegetarian-friendly, popular with the diving crowd post-dive.
📍 Lighthouse Area, Dahab 🕐 09:00 – 23:00 daily 💰 Mains from 200 EGP (~$4)
Yalla Bar & Café
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Café · Bar · Snacks
Chilled café-bar on the waterfront. Beers, cocktails, sandwiches and snacks. Live music some evenings. Good spot for a sundowner.
📍 Mashraba Waterfront, Dahab 🕐 12:00 – 01:00 daily 💰 Beer from 80 EGP (~$1.60)
Tota Restaurant
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International · Middle Eastern
Cosy restaurant with a wide menu of Egyptian and international food. Consistently good quality and generous portions. Shisha available.
📍 Mashraba, Dahab 🕐 09:00 – 23:00 daily 💰 Mains from 200 EGP (~$4)
Rush Café
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Café · Breakfast · Smoothies
Healthy café popular with the kite and yoga crowd. Smoothies, acai bowls, wraps and good iced coffee. Fast wifi.
📍 Assalah, Dahab 🕐 07:00 – 18:00 daily 💰 Smoothie bowl from 150 EGP (~$3)
Crazy Fish
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Seafood
Fresh seafood grilled right in front of you. Choose your fish from the display and have it done the way you like it. Very popular with tour groups.
📍 Waterfront, Assalah, Dahab 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 daily 💰 Fish from 350 EGP (~$7)
Bedouin Moon Restaurant
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Egyptian · Bedouin
Bedouin-style dining on cushions under the stars. Traditional Egyptian and Sinai food served family-style. Best for a special evening out.
📍 Assalah, Dahab 🕐 18:00 – 23:00 daily 💰 Set dinner from 400 EGP (~$8)
Il Forno
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Italian · Pizza · Pasta
Best Italian in Dahab. Wood-fired pizzas with proper ingredients, house-made pasta. Small and charming — often fully booked, show up early.
📍 Mashraba, Dahab 🕐 17:00 – 23:00 (closed Monday) 💰 Pizza from 320 EGP (~$6.40)

Price Guide

SymbolWhat to ExpectApprox. Meal Cost
$Local Egyptian spots, street foodUnder 150 EGP (~$3)
$$Mid-range restaurants, waterfront dining200–500 EGP (~$4–$10)
$$$Upscale resort restaurants500+ EGP (~$10+)

Exchange rate as of April 2026: 1 USD ≈ 50 EGP. Prices are indicative and may vary.

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