Where to Find the Best Pesto Pasta in Cairo – A SceneEats Guide
If our grandmother had wheels she’s be a bike…

Let’s be honest—no one’s ever had a life-changing moment over a bowl of arabiatta. And while Alfredo might feel comforting for all of five minutes, it’s hardly the stuff of pasta dreams. But pesto? Pesto is where the magic happens.
Here’s the thing though—not all pesto is created equal. There’s the overly garlicky kind that makes you feel personally attacked. The oily kind that has you checking for a napkin before you’ve even taken a bite. And then there’s the sad, dry kind that makes you wonder why they even bothered.
In Cairo, there are places that get it. They understand that perfect pesto is a love language—fresh basil, just enough garlic, parmesan that makes you feel fancy, and olive oil so good it’s practically poetic. If you’re ready to ditch the same old pasta routine and live a little, here’s where you can find Cairo’s best pesto pasta, because yes, your taste buds deserve better.
Mamina’s – Palm Hills, Sheikh Zayed

At Mamina’s, it’s all about family vibes and heirloom recipes—the kind of pesto that feels like it’s been passed down for generations. One bite and you’ll understand why people keep coming back.
Bittersweet – Westown Hub, Arkan Plaza, & Grand Egyptian Museum

O’s Pasta – 159, 26th of July St., Zamalek

Norma – Arkan, Sheikh Zayed

CaiRoma – 19 Youssef El-Gendy, Downtown

Cio – 21 Cleopatra St., Heliopolis

900 Degrees – Downtown Mall & Polaris Mall, New Cairo

Il Nilo – 1085 Nile Corniche, Manial

Casa Talia – Arkan, Sheikh Zayed

Il Divino – Branches All Over Cairo

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Feb 12, 2025