Cap D'Or

Cap D'Or is an Art Nouveau-era bar and eatery on Saad Zaghloul Street in Downtown Alexandria, long known as a favorite haunt of the city's writers and intellectuals thanks to its ornate early-20th-century interior of carved wood, mirrors and tiled walls. The menu is centered on drinking rather than dining, with local draft beer, Egyptian bar snacks and grilled sandwiches serving as accompaniments to the bar's historic atmosphere rather than a full restaurant offering. The dining room retains much of its original Art Nouveau character, with dim lighting, worn wooden booths and a smoky, convivial noise level that rises as the evening goes on; the dress code is casual, and the vibe leans toward a literary drinking den rather than a polished restaurant. There is no formal wine list, but the bar is well known for its local beer on tap, a defining part of its identity since its early-20th-century opening. Prices are modest at EGP 100-300 per person, reflecting its role as a bar rather than a dining destination. Cap D'Or is open daily from noon to 2am and does not require reservations, operating as a walk-in bar throughout the day and into the late evening. Its long history and Downtown location near Saad Zaghloul Street make it a distinctive stop for visitors interested in Alexandria's literary and Mediterranean cafe culture.