International · Bar Food
⭐ 4.5 (724 Google reviews)
What it is
Red Cat is on Lighthouse Road, a short walk back from the Eel Garden end of the seafront. The room is full of mismatched art and salvaged furniture, and the kitchen reads as half international bistro, half neighbourhood bar. The menu mixes burgers, pasta and Egyptian dishes, which is part of why the dive instructor and longer-term expat crowd treat it as a regular. Service runs in two shifts: a long lunch sitting from early afternoon, then a break, then dinner until late. It's closed on Tuesdays. The atmosphere is casual and a little hip, comfortable for a solo evening at the bar or a slow group meal with drinks.
Menu
The menu is a short cross-section of international comfort food and Egyptian staples: burgers, pasta dishes, salads, small plates and a rotating handful of Egyptian mains. Vegan, vegetarian, halal and healthy options are listed in Google's attributes, and there's coffee, tea, dessert and beer alongside. The full menu lives on a Google Sites page (sites.google.com/view/redcat-menu/welcome) and on the restaurant's Instagram, where they also post specials. Dine-in, takeaway and delivery are all available; reservations are recommended for dinner.
Sample prices: Burger 220–360 EGP · Pasta main 200–340 EGP · Egyptian main 180–320 EGP · Salad 120–220 EGP · Small plate 90–180 EGP · Dessert 80–160 EGP · Local beer 90–140 EGP · Specialty coffee 50–95 EGP
Practical
| Reservations | Dinner reservations recommended; call +20 101 990 4601 to book a table, especially for groups or weekend evenings. |
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| Payment | Credit and debit cards accepted; cash in EGP is also fine. |
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| Suitable for | couples · groups · solo diners · vegans · vegetarians · halal-only · diving and expat crowd · late-night diners |
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| Accessibility | Wheelchair-accessible seating is listed. Indoor and outdoor seating with table service and a restroom on site. |
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| Parking | Street parking on Lighthouse Road; no dedicated lot listed. |
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The basics
How to get there
Lighthouse Rd, Dahab — see our Dahab map guide for the area layout.
Worth it?
Beloved Lighthouse area spot with eclectic décor and a great menu. Burgers, pasta and Egyptian food. Popular with the diving and expat crowd. Check their Instagram for specials. A solid recommendation if you're in the area.
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FAQ
Where is Red Cat in Dahab?
Red Cat is on Lighthouse Road in the Lighthouse area of Dahab, set back from the seafront and close to the Eel Garden end of town. It's roughly a five-minute walk inland from the El Fanar boardwalk.
What are Red Cat's opening hours?
Red Cat opens in two daily shifts: 13:30 to 16:30 for lunch and 18:00 to 23:30 for dinner. It's closed on Tuesdays. The split lets the kitchen reset between services, so plan around the afternoon gap if you're walking up between shifts.
Is Red Cat open on Tuesday?
No, Red Cat is closed on Tuesdays. Every other day of the week it serves both a lunch and a dinner shift. If you're in Dahab on a Tuesday and want a similar burger-and-pasta menu, the Lighthouse area has a few alternative options nearby.
What does Red Cat serve?
Red Cat serves international and bar-style food with an Egyptian section: burgers, pasta, salads, small plates, Egyptian mains, dessert and coffee. Vegan, vegetarian, halal and healthy options are all listed, and the menu rotates with specials posted on Instagram.
Does Red Cat take reservations?
Yes, reservations are recommended for dinner at Red Cat. Call +20 101 990 4601 to book. Walk-ins are accepted at lunch and on quieter weeknights, but the dinner shift fills up, especially on weekends and during peak diving season.
How much does Red Cat cost?
Red Cat sits in the moderate ($$) bracket. Burgers run 220–360 EGP, pasta 200–340 EGP, and Egyptian mains 180–320 EGP. Two people sharing a starter, two mains and a couple of beers usually spend 700–1,200 EGP.
Is Red Cat vegan-friendly?
Yes, Red Cat lists vegan and vegetarian options in its Google attributes. The menu has plant-based pasta, salads and small plates, and staff are comfortable adapting dishes. Cross-check the current Instagram menu for the latest plant-based specials.
Does Red Cat serve halal food?
Yes, halal food is one of Red Cat's listed offerings. That covers the Egyptian and grilled-meat sections of the menu, making it a comfortable choice for guests on a halal diet who still want a Western-style burger or pasta plate.
Does Red Cat take cards?
Yes, Red Cat accepts credit and debit cards. Cash in Egyptian pounds also works, which is useful for tips and for smaller orders. There are ATMs within a few minutes' walk in the Lighthouse area.
Is Red Cat dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcomed at Red Cat both inside and outside. Combined with the casual eclectic decor and the regular crowd of long-stay residents, it's one of the more pet-comfortable restaurants in the Lighthouse area.
Is Red Cat wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair-accessible seating is listed in the Google attributes. Lighthouse Road itself is uneven in places, so it's worth calling ahead on +20 101 990 4601 to confirm the easiest entry point on the day you plan to visit.
Where can I see the Red Cat menu?
Red Cat publishes its menu on a Google Sites page at sites.google.com/view/redcat-menu/welcome and posts daily specials on Instagram. The on-site menu may have additional dishes, so it's worth scanning both before deciding what to order.
Best dish at Red Cat?
Without a single signature listed on the official sources, the safe order is the burger, a pasta and one Egyptian main split between the table. The kitchen handles all three confidently, and the daily Instagram specials often outperform the standing menu.
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