How much does food cost in Egypt?

Restaurants price different kinds of cuisines in Egypt, depending on where your location is or what mealtime it is. Generally speaking, you can eat out pretty reasonably, especially at homespun restaurants or food vendors on the street. Here are some guides to the usually quoted price brackets in Egypt.

Average food prices in Egypt:

Street food and local restaurants: 20 - 50 EGP ($0.65 - $1.65) per meal.
Budget restaurants: 50 - 100 EGP ($2 - $4) per meal.
Mid-range restaurants: 300 - 600 EGP ($10 - $20) for a three-course meal for two people.
Fast food (combo meal): 80 - 150 EGP ($3 - $5).
Fine dining restaurants: 200+ EGP ($7+) per person.

Hotel dining:

Lunch: 80 - 150 EGP ($2.65 - $5).
Dinner: 120 - 200 EGP ($4 - $7).
Nile Cruise Dinner (with entertainment): 250 - 350 EGP ($8 - $12).

Additional costs and considerations:

Taxes and service fees: An 18 - 22% tip is automatically put on your bill at many seated restaurants.
Minimum fees: Some luxury hotels or high-end restaurants must have a spending bar.
Hotel vs Local restaurants: Qualities that are the most expensive, for instance, restaurants located in luxury hotels such as the Four Seasons Nile Plaza, are a far cry from eating out at local places.