International · Middle Eastern
⭐ 4.5 (478 Google reviews)
What it is
Tota sits on El Fanar Street, the seafront pedestrian strip in the centre of Dahab, between the Lighthouse and the bridge. It is a broad-menu restaurant that mixes Egyptian staples with international mains, which makes it a practical pick for a group whose tastes do not all line up. The room runs casual with corniche-side seating, and shisha is available, so the evenings tend to settle into long, slow tables rather than quick turnovers. Open daily from 11:00 until 23:00, it covers lunch, dinner and the post-sunset stretch. Portions are reported as generous and the price level is mid-range, which keeps it on the shortlist for travellers staying along the El Fanar corridor.
Menu
The menu spans Egyptian and international categories: grills and tajines on the local side, plus pasta, pizza, burgers and salads on the international side. Mezze and small plates work as starters or as a light meal. Soft drinks, fresh juices, tea and coffee fill the drinks list, and shisha is offered. Specific dietary attributes are not detailed on Google, so vegetarians and anyone with allergies should check options with the server when ordering. The full menu is shown in-house on El Fanar Street rather than on a dedicated website. Phone +20 110 019 3624 to ask about specials or to confirm timing for groups.
Sample prices: Mezze and small plates 80–180 EGP · Salads 100–200 EGP · Pasta 160–280 EGP · Pizza 180–320 EGP · Burgers 180–300 EGP · Egyptian grills with rice 220–380 EGP · Tajines 220–360 EGP · Shisha 100–180 EGP
Practical
| Reservations | Phone bookings via +20 110 019 3624. Walk-ins are common since El Fanar Street works on foot traffic, but call ahead for groups of six or more. |
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| Payment | Payment options are not listed on Google. Cash in Egyptian pounds is the safest default on the El Fanar strip; check at the till before ordering if you want to pay by card. |
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| Suitable for | groups with mixed tastes · families with kids · couples on the corniche · shisha after dinner · lunch breaks between dives · tourists wanting one menu for everything |
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| Accessibility | Outdoor seating along the El Fanar pedestrian strip, which is largely flat. Specific wheelchair attributes are not listed on Google; ask staff for the easiest seat to access if you need step-free seating. |
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| Parking | Street parking on the inland side roads off El Fanar. The seafront strip itself is pedestrian, so plan to walk the last block from your vehicle. |
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The basics
| Price range | $$ |
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| Cuisine / type | International · Middle Eastern |
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| Address | El Fanar St, Dahab · Open in Google Maps |
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| Hours | 11:00 – 23:00 daily |
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| Phone | +201100193624 |
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| Google rating | ⭐ 4.5 (478 reviews) |
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How to get there
El Fanar St, Dahab — see our Dahab map guide for the area layout.
Worth it?
Reliable all-rounder on El Fanar Street. Egyptian and international menu, generous portions, shisha available. Good option for groups with mixed tastes. A solid recommendation if you're in the area.
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FAQ
Where is Tota Restaurant in Dahab?
Tota is on El Fanar Street, the central seafront pedestrian strip in Dahab between the Lighthouse area and the bridge. From most central hotels it is a 5 to 10 minute walk along the corniche. Look for the El Fanar signage and the line of seafront restaurants; Tota is among them.
What does Tota serve?
Tota serves a mixed Egyptian and international menu. Expect grills, tajines and mezze on the local side, plus pasta, pizza, burgers and salads on the international side. Soft drinks, juices and shisha round it out. The breadth is the point: the kitchen is built so a group with mixed tastes can all eat from one menu.
What are Tota Restaurant's opening hours?
Tota opens daily from 11:00 until 23:00. That covers a late breakfast, lunch, the post-dive afternoon, sunset and a regular dinner service. It does not run as late as the post-midnight kitchens in Dahab, so for after-23:00 food look at Lighthouse Road or the Mashraba late-night spots instead.
Is Tota good for groups?
Yes, Tota is built around being good for groups. The international and Egyptian sections of the menu mean nobody at the table is forced into a cuisine they do not want, portions are generous and the seafront-strip seating accommodates larger tables. Phone +20 110 019 3624 ahead if you are six or more, especially in high season.
Does Tota have shisha?
Yes, Tota offers shisha. It is part of why the restaurant tends to settle into long, slow evening tables rather than quick turnover. If you want a non-shisha section, ask the server when you sit down; the seafront-side tables are usually the ones where shisha is most active.
How much does Tota cost?
Tota is mid-range, marked $$ on the Ask Dahab listing. Plan for roughly 250 to 450 EGP per person for a main, a starter and a soft drink. Pasta and pizza land in the 160 to 320 EGP range, Egyptian grills 220 to 380 EGP. Adding shisha pushes the bill up by 100 to 180 EGP.
Does Tota take reservations?
Reservations are not formally listed on Tota's Google attributes, but in practice the restaurant takes phone bookings via +20 110 019 3624. Call ahead for groups, sunset tables and any holiday weekend. Solo diners and pairs can almost always walk in, especially before 19:00.
Is Tota good for kids?
Yes, Tota works for families. The mixed menu means kids can pick pasta, pizza or grilled chicken with rice, which most children will eat without objection. The pedestrian strip is car-free so kids can move around safely while you wait for food. Earlier seatings before 19:30 are quieter.
Is Tota cash only?
Tota's payment methods are not listed on Google, so cash in Egyptian pounds is the safest default. Ask at the till before you order if you intend to pay by card. Many seafront-strip restaurants in Dahab swing between cash-only and card-accepting depending on the season.
Does Tota serve vegetarians?
Tota's vegetarian options are not specifically flagged on Google, but the menu structure makes it workable: pasta, pizza, salads and Egyptian mezze cover most vegetarian needs. Tell the server clearly when ordering, especially if you are vegan, since dairy is common across the international dishes and mezze.
Is Tota walking distance from the Lighthouse?
Yes, Tota is within a 5 to 10 minute walk of the Lighthouse dive site. The restaurant sits on El Fanar Street, which connects directly to the Lighthouse seafront area. Many divers stop in for lunch between dives or for an early dinner before heading back to their hotel.
Best dish at Tota?
Tota is built on breadth rather than a single signature plate, so the strongest reviews tend to land on the Egyptian grills and the pizza, depending on the table. With 478 Google reviews at 4.5 stars, the kitchen is consistent across categories. Order what fits the group rather than chasing one famous dish.
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