This expansive restaurant, bar, and lounge is one of the hottest spots in town; Dubbed the ‘hottest nightspot in Cairo’, this venue lives up to its name. The walls are strewn with pictures by young artists and the decor is superb and often used for photo-shoots. Almost always filled to capacity, La Bodega has an upscale intimacy that bodes well for both romantic encounters and business lunches alike. As both a bistro and aperitivo, La Bodega caters for all moods and occasions, it has an eclectic community of regular diners.
Open for both lunch and diner, La Bodega’s kitchen offers a menu rich in French and Mediterranean cuisines including a number of specialties hard to find anywhere else, including homemade focaccia with rosemary or olives, gazpacho, honey-glazed duck, and tuna carpaccio. Signature dishes such as Duck Filo in Orange Sauce and Braised Salmon Almondine are highly recommended.
The Aperitivo, is an exclusive Italian aperitivo bar inspired by Italian cafes and bars. Accentuating Italian dining, it features a wide range of classic Italian dishes including a rich selection of pasta, risotto, meat and fish dishes. Notorious for its homemade pasta, bread and ice cream, it claims to be the first of its kind in Cairo and opens from 5pm daily.
This popular dining destination and night spot hits the target on all levels but make a reservation well in advance – or show up early and take your chances at the door – if you want to score a much coveted table at this culinary trendsetter.