The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

Almost 90% of the outings in Egypt revolve around food, which goes some way to explaining the number of local cafes and restaurants that seem to open day-by-day. Some have been successful in creating their own brands or concepts, while others shamelessly copy successful foreign and international concepts – that’s simply not good enough.

So, this is an open letter to all of the international chains that makes us drool daily on Instagram and Facebook with their mouthwatering food; we want your delicious burgers, your luscious donuts, your curves and all your edges, all your perfect imperfections. Please, come in Egypt.

In-N-Out Burger

Is it too much to ask for burger with a side of Animal Style Fries? Please don’t forget to bring your secret menu, too.

Krispy Kreme

Maybe we don’t deserve Krispy Kreme, because we did something wrong? Maybe they don’t like us because of the countless Dunkin Donuts branches opening in Cairo is our punishment. Maybe.

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Gringo’s Burrito is amazing but we’re very greedy when it comes to Mexican food and no one does it better than Chipotle.

Shake Shack

When will we take a picture of our burgers and fries squad?

Five Guys

Why don’t you love us guys? WHY, WHY?

Buffalo Wild Wings

A sports bar with delicious food? Yes. Egyptians would enjoy football way, way, way more with a bucket of wings.

Wendy’s

The competition is way too easy for McDonald’s in Egypt. It’s time to bring a real threat because you know, competition improves management, productivity and quality – right?

IHOP

It’s time to MAKE BREAKFAST GREAT AGAIN.

Red Lobster

They have Red Lobster in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Qatar – why can’t we?

Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits

Why? Because we want fried chicken without the aftermath…