The 10 best specialty coffee spots in Zamalek

For Zamalek specialty coffee, we ranked spots using creators’ videos and their menus, with RE Coffee and Social Specialty Coffee standing out among the Zamalek options. RE Coffee is a calm hidden specialty spot with Spanish latte, matcha and pistachio croissant, while Social Specialty Coffee is a cozy Zamalek specialty coffee spot known for its Nutella Frappé. 30 North also appears with a Zamalek branch and breakfast options.

Updated October 2026

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Second Cup

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 90 · 5 creators · 1.4M views · Google 4.3

Second Cup gets creator raves for secret frappuccinos and Tiramisu Latte, with a Nile-view Maadi branch; minor gripes include recipe authenticity and Wi-Fi.

Order: Tiramisu Latte

Watch @omarmariioooMenu & reviews

2

Cilantro

Alexandria · Specialty coffee from EGP 80 · 15 creators · 1.6M views · Google 4.4

Cilantro keeps Alexandria buzzing with BOGO coffee nights and cloud lattes; creators highlight its huge drink menu and cozy library-arcade vibe.

Order: Spanish Latte

Watch @marlymaged16Menu & reviews

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RE Coffee

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 90 · 8 creators · 666K views

RE Coffee is a calm, hidden Zamalek specialty coffee spot with standout Spanish latte, matcha and pistachio croissant; creators note friendly staff and a small space.

Order: Spanish latte

Watch @iwashere453Menu & reviews

4

CAF Cafe

Giza · Specialty coffee from EGP 120 · 5 creators · 93K views · Google 4.5

CAF Cafe pairs high-rated coffee with pyramid-view seating; creators praise V60, iced coffee and fresh sandwich bread, though sandwiches feel pricey.

Order: Spunch latte

Watch @ahmed1.labibMenu & reviews

5

30 North

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 108 · 7 creators · 194K views · Google 4.4

30 North is a calm Cairo coffee chain with a Zamalek branch, praised for breakfast and eggs benedict; some cups taste weak and service can be slow.

Order: Ramadan latte

Watch @marwa_ms2Menu & reviews

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Dunkin

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 77 · 3 creators · 537K views · Google 4.3

Dunkin is positioned as cheaper branded coffee with free donuts on the mango iced latte; creators note drinks can be too sweet.

Order: Mango iced latte

Watch @saharmagdy513Menu & reviews

7

Qi specialty coffee (Brazil St. Branch)

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 120 · 3 creators · 815K views

A hidden Zamalek specialty-coffee gem worth the hunt.

Order: Ethiopian coffee

Watch @ccxi12Menu & reviews

8

Everyday Roastery

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 70 · 7 creators · 127K views · Google 4.1

Everyday Roastery wins on strong Spanish latte and iced Dolce de Leche, with good Talabat availability; sandwich service left a bad taste.

Order: Spanish latte

Watch @workmates_reviewsMenu & reviews

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Dark Solution

New Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 95 · 4 creators · 42K views · Google 4.4

Dark Solution offers friendly baristas, specialty coffee and V60 in a cozy spot with outdoor seating; matcha got mixed reviews.

Order: Vanilla bean latte

Watch @faysalammmMenu & reviews

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Social Specialty Coffee

Cairo · Specialty coffee from EGP 105 · 11 creators · 440K views · Google 4.3

Social Specialty Coffee is Zamalek’s cozy specialty coffee darling with pretty, calm vibes and a standout Nutella Frappé; the small branch can feel tight.

Order: Iced Spanish Latte

Watch @marwa_ms2Menu & reviews

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