It’s 8 PM on a winter night in Cairo, and we’ve just convinced ourselves that tonight’s the night we’ll cook dinner. Cut to 15 minutes later: we’re standing in front of our fridge, staring at a lemon and expired yogurt like they’re about to manifest a Michelin-starred meal. It’s then that we accept our fate. We need lentil soup. We need it now.

There’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of lentil soup to warm up the soul and make you feel like life’s a little less chaotic. It’s not just a dish; it’s a hug in a bowl, a therapy session that doesn’t judge, and a taste of home—even if you’re eating it solo in your comfiest (read: scruffiest) sweatpants. It’s the culinary equivalent of your ‘teta’ telling you everything will be okay, minus the inevitable interrogation about your personal life.

For our fellow lentil soup lovers, here’s your ultimate guide to Cairo’s best spots for that golden bowl of comfort.

Tamara – Branches all over Cairo

Tamara’s lentil soup is creamy perfection. It comes with a side of crispy pita chips that you can either delicately dip or aggressively scoop, depending on your mood (or impatience level). Either way, it’s a win.

Caracas – Branches all over Cairo

At Caracas, lentil soup isn’t just a warm-up act—it’s the main event. One spoonful in, and you’ll wonder if you even need the shawerma platter you ordered. Spoiler: You’ll still eat it, but the soup has already stolen the show.

El Dahan – Branches all over Cairo

El Dahan’s lentil soup is hearty, unapologetically Egyptian, and exactly what you need on a cold night. It’s comfort food with a side of nostalgia, served in a bowl.

Abou Shakra – Branches all over Cairo

This one’s for the purists. Abou Shakra’s lentil soup tastes like it was made by someone who has spent decades perfecting the art of slow-cooked classics.

Paul – Branches all over Cairo

Who goes to a French patisserie for lentil soup? I didn’t. But then I tried Paul’s version, and let me tell you, it’s smooth, velvety, and downright divine. Lesson learned: Never underestimate the French.

Zooba – Branches all over Cairo

Zooba’s lentil soup takes tradition and adds a little twist. Packed with just the right blend of spices, it’s the perfect choice when you want something familiar yet exciting.

El Megharbel – Branches all over Cairo

Rich, flavorful, and unapologetically comforting, El Megharbel’s lentil soup is the one you turn to on a rainy day, curled up with your favorite binge-worthy series.

Abou El Sid – 157 26th of July St., Zamalek

This bowl of lentil soup feels like it’s been lifted straight out of a heritage Egyptian cookbook. It’s decadent, spiced to perfection, and every bite tastes like a warm embrace from the past.

Crave – Branches all over Cairo

Crave’s lentil soup is the dependable best friend you can always count on. Smooth, subtly garlicky, and comforting, it doesn’t need to try too hard because it already knows it’s perfect.

Felfela – 15 Hoda Shaarawy St., Downtown

Authenticity at its finest. Felfela’s lentil soup is simple, lightly spiced, and full of flavor. It’s proof that sometimes, less really is more.

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