Fasahet Somaya

I visited this restaurant evening. I ordered the beef piccata, green salad, glass noodle rice, and rice pudding. All were excellent. It was delicious. The rice pudding and beef piccata were some of the most delicious meals I have ever had in my life. I will visit you again when I come to Cairo.

My favorite restaurant in Cairo. Loved it so much I came here twice and cried that I didn’t discover it earlier to have every single dinner here. While the dishes may not be photogenic, I guarantee you they are very tender, juicy, flavorful, and generous. I especially appreciated the knuckle soup, the different liver dishes, and the bean soup (the best bean soup I’ve ever had, bold claim I know). They change the menu daily so you can always come back for more. Run don’t walk to Fasahet Somaya!

Memorable first dinner in Cairo - delicious, hearty, simple homecooked dishes cooked by a kind and friendly lady. The dishes are healthier too - if you want something homey and healthy after all the greasy street food, this is the spot! Very calm and soothing atmosphere. Highly recommend for any traveler!

The place is small in the most charming and cozy way, with colorful walls and a warm homely atmosphere. The staff and Chef Somaya are wonderful, welcoming, and make you feel at home. We had the Chicken stew with mixture and the Kebab Hilla (slow-cooked beef stew)—both were excellent, flavorful, and felt authentically homemade. The Molokhia and Vermicelli rice were simple but comforting. Overall, I truly enjoyed the experience—it felt like dining with family.

I read a lot about this place and seen videos. I was very curious to try it. I ordered three dishes, I liked the stuffed vegetables the most, although some pieces were a bit dry. I ordered beef in cumin sauce, which was good, but nothing too crazy. The molokhia is served without rice, as a soup. I didn't like it that much.

It feels like your grandma's house and food. Everything was good except they don't have a toilet. However, they have a place to wash your hands

Very cozy restaurant, tourist friendly, authentic homemade egyptian food. Only opens for 2 hours from 5-7pm with a daily delicious set-menu, so make sure to queue up at least 10 mins ahead! Food is served once ordered since it is already prepared. As an Egyptian, I have to say this is one of the best authentic homemade Egyptian experiences.

we cleared our plates. only open for a few hours here so come early cause the food runs out. i could not recommend enough. such a beautiful homey family vibe cooking… missed out on dessert so will come back again earlier to try to get. menu also changes everyday!