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What is the food quality like at Egypt all-inclusive hotels?

Based on 1 discussion with 4 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago

TL;DR

Top Egypt all-inclusive hotels like Steigenberger Ras Soma and El Gouna offer wide international menus, fast service, and cocktails delivered poolside. The à la carte Arabesque restaurant (Egyptian/Eastern cuisine) is open 19:00–21:00 on the beach.

What the community said

The food is described as not especially varied but tasty: beef is available not only as mince, with full meat dishes such as goulash and roast served every day.

12 days ago Daily: beef, goulash, roast

Seafood is available, but both the selection and quality are considered underwhelming, typical of a standard budget Egyptian hotel.

12 days ago Seafood

The main buffet offers a reasonable variety: beef, chicken, fish, potatoes, pasta, rice, soups, desserts and pastries in different preparations. Some dishes could be better cooked, but guests are generally satisfied. Breakfast includes an egg station, cheeses, cold cuts, toast, yoghurt with toppings, pancakes, waffles, porridge, salmon, roasted vegetables, baked beans and sausages.

12 days ago Main buffet, breakfast/lunch/dinner

Four free à la carte restaurant visits are included: Egyptian, Italian, Mongolian and Indian. According to a tour guide, the paid à la carte restaurants are not worth the extra cost as the food quality is poor.

12 days ago À la carte: Egyptian, Italian, Mongolian, Indian — 4 free visits included

Ice cream is served daily from 15:00 to 17:00 at the pool bar.

12 days ago Pool bar, ice cream, 15:00–17:00

The à la carte Arabesque restaurant sits on the beach and serves traditional Egyptian and Eastern cuisine. Open evenings only, 19:00–21:00, for hotel guests.

12 days ago Arabesque restaurant, beachfront, 19:00–21:00

Cocktails are freshly made and served directly to guests at the pool and on the beach — no queuing at the bar. This level of service stands out compared to most Egypt hotels.

12 days ago

Food quality is good, especially by Egyptian resort standards. The menu selection is standard rather than vast, but dishes are well-prepared — suitable for families with children.

12 days ago

Steigenberger Ras Soma and Steigenberger El Gouna stand out among Egypt resorts for their extensive international menus. Restaurants are uncrowded, service is fast, and beach loungers are well-spaced.

12 days ago Steigenberger Ras Soma / Steigenberger El Gouna