Egypt has just made history at the table. Khufu’s, the contemporary Egyptian restaurant set within the perimeter of the Giza pyramids, has been crowned The Best Restaurant in the Middle East & North Africa 2026 — the first time an Egyptian restaurant has ever claimed the top spot on the prestigious list.
Led by chef Mostafa Seif, a pioneer of what is now known as New Egyptian Cuisine, Khufu’s is built around a simple but powerful idea: take the ancient flavors and traditions of Egypt and present them to the world with modern technique and genuine pride. Founded in 2022 by Giovanni Bolandrini, the restaurant has risen rapidly from Resy One To Watch at The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 to the undisputed No.1 in the region just a year later.
For travelers visiting Egypt, Khufu’s is no longer just a remarkable setting — it is a destination in its own right. Dining here means experiencing Egyptian hospitality, history, and culinary artistry all at once, with the pyramids as your backdrop.
