Western · International · Egyptian
⭐ 4.5 (2592 Google reviews)
What it is
Ali Baba Restaurant has sat on the El Masbat seafront for long enough to count as a fixture rather than a stop. The menu sprawls across Egyptian staples, pasta, burgers, grills and seafood, which is why it works for groups where one person wants tagine and another wants a club sandwich. Seating runs from ground-floor terrace to rooftop with sea views, and the kitchen runs from late morning until midnight every day. The crowd is heavily tourist with a steady local tail, and the room reads casual and busy rather than calm. Position on the central El Masbat strip puts the restaurant within a five-minute walk of most central Dahab guesthouses and dive shops.
Menu
The menu is unusually broad: Egyptian classics, grilled meats, seafood, pasta, pizzas, burgers, salads and a long breakfast list. Google flags vegan, vegetarian, organic, salad-bar and small-plate offerings, plus cocktails, late-night food and quick bites. Notable coffee, tea and dessert are also tagged. Catering is available. There is no single menu PDF linked from the listing, so most diners read the on-table menu or check the Ali Baba page on aggregator sites. Phone orders go through +20 100 192 9170 and delivery is offered.
Sample prices: Egyptian breakfast plates 90–200 EGP · Salads and small plates 70–180 EGP · Pasta and pizza 150–280 EGP · Burgers and sandwiches 140–260 EGP · Egyptian and grilled mains 200–400 EGP · Seafood mains 280–520 EGP · Desserts 70–150 EGP · Cocktails 150–280 EGP
Practical
| Reservations | Reservations accepted and recommended for both lunch and dinner in high season. Call +20 100 192 9170 to book, especially for rooftop tables at sunset. |
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| Payment | Credit card, debit card and mobile NFC payments accepted. Cash in Egyptian pounds also fine. |
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| Suitable for | families with kids · couples · solo diners · group dinner · vegan and vegetarian · late-night · budget travellers · tourists |
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| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating and restroom listed on Google. Wheelchair accessible parking is not available. Wi-Fi on site. |
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| Parking | Free street parking and a free lot nearby on the El Masbat strip. |
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The basics
| Price range | $ |
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| Cuisine / type | Western · International · Egyptian |
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| Address | El Masbat St, Dahab · Open in Google Maps |
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| Hours | 11:00 – midnight daily |
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| Phone | +201001929170 |
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| Google rating | ⭐ 4.5 (2592 reviews) |
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How to get there
El Masbat St, Dahab — see our Dahab map guide for the area layout.
Worth it?
A Dahab institution with over 2,500 Google reviews. Huge menu covering everything from Egyptian staples to burgers and pasta. Reliable, cheap and always open late. A solid recommendation if you're in the area.
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FAQ
Where is Ali Baba Restaurant in Dahab?
Ali Baba is on El Masbat Street, the central tourist seafront in Dahab. The restaurant sits on the main promenade between the Lighthouse area to the north and Mashraba to the south, which puts most central guesthouses, dive centres and shisha cafes within a five-minute walk.
What are Ali Baba Restaurant's opening hours?
Ali Baba is open every day from 11:00 to midnight. The kitchen runs the same hours all week, covering late breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night food in one continuous service. Last orders go in shortly before midnight, so plan to be seated by 23:30 for a full meal.
Does Ali Baba take reservations?
Yes, Ali Baba accepts reservations and Google flags reservations as recommended for both lunch and dinner. Booking is most useful for rooftop tables at sunset and during peak holiday weeks. Call +20 100 192 9170 to reserve. Walk-ins are common in the afternoon and late at night.
How much does Ali Baba Restaurant cost?
Ali Baba is budget to mid-range, listed at $ on this site and as moderate on Google. A typical main with a soft drink lands around 200–400 EGP. Pasta, pizza and burgers keep meals under 300 EGP per person, while seafood platters push the bill toward 500–700 EGP.
Does Ali Baba accept credit cards?
Yes, Ali Baba accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile NFC payments according to Google. Cash in Egyptian pounds is also fine and useful for small orders or tips. Card terminals can occasionally drop offline in Dahab, so carrying some cash as backup is a sensible habit.
What does Ali Baba Restaurant serve?
Ali Baba serves a broad mix of Egyptian, Western and international food. The menu covers grilled meats and seafood, pasta, pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads, breakfast plates and Egyptian staples. There are vegan, vegetarian and organic options, cocktails, coffee, tea and dessert. Late-night food is served until midnight.
Is Ali Baba good for families with kids?
Yes, Ali Baba welcomes families and has high chairs. The wide menu suits picky eaters because there are pizzas, pasta and burgers alongside Egyptian dishes. The seafront terrace also gives kids a view of the bay. Earlier seatings before the 8pm dinner rush are calmer for families with younger children.
Is Ali Baba good for vegans?
Yes, Ali Baba serves vegan and vegetarian dishes and Google lists organic and salad-bar offerings as well. Mediterranean salads, hummus, baba ghanoush, vegetable pasta and grilled vegetable plates carry the plant-based section. Confirm vegan when ordering so the kitchen avoids butter, ghee or yoghurt sides.
Does Ali Baba have rooftop seating?
Yes, Ali Baba has rooftop seating and Google flags it as a notable highlight. The rooftop gives a higher view over the El Masbat seafront and catches the sunset over the bay toward Saudi Arabia. Reserve a rooftop table in advance, particularly between 17:30 and 19:00 in season.
Is Ali Baba wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Google lists Ali Baba as having a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating and restroom. Wheelchair accessible parking is not available, but the seafront promenade outside is mostly flat. The rooftop level may not be reachable without stairs, so request ground-floor seating when booking.
Does Ali Baba serve alcohol?
Yes, Ali Baba serves cocktails according to its Google attributes. Beer and wine are not specifically tagged, so the bar focus is mixed drinks rather than a deep beer list. Expect classic cocktails and tropical mixes alongside the food menu. Soft drinks, fresh juice and coffee are also available.
Is Ali Baba open late?
Yes, Ali Baba is open until midnight every day and serves late-night food, which Google flags on the listing. The kitchen takes orders close to closing, so it is a reliable spot for a meal after a night dive or evening on the seafront. Last food orders typically stop around 23:30.
Does Ali Baba do delivery?
Yes, Ali Baba offers delivery and takeout, both listed on Google. Most central Dahab addresses, including Mashraba, Lighthouse and El Masbat, are within range. Order by phone on +20 100 192 9170. Delivery times vary with how busy the kitchen is, particularly between 19:00 and 22:00.
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