What should I order at Ali Hussein Restaurant?
Ali Hussein Restaurant
Grilled Chicken (فرخة مشوية)
Mentioned multiple times as juicy, delicious, and with a unique marinade unmatched in Egypt. Described as similar to tandoori chicken grilled over charcoal, highly praised for its taste.
Local Lamb (ملك الضانى البلدى)
Called the best grilled lamb in Upper Egypt, with the vegetable stew cooked in lamb broth praised as outstanding and unique.
Kebab and Kofta
Frequently recommended as having a wonderful taste, with the restaurant considered the best place in Assiut for these dishes, praised for their flavor and quality.
Vegetable Stew (خضار فريك معمول باللية)
Highly praised for its wonderful taste and uniqueness, cooked in lamb broth, making it a standout side dish.
Rice with Vermicelli
Mentioned as tasty and well-prepared, complementing the grilled dishes well.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
About Ali Hussein Restaurant
Ali Hussein Restaurant is a barbecue restaurant in El Fateh, Assiut Governorate, known for Egyptian grilled meats, especially kebab, kofta, grilled chicken, hawawshi, and lamb. Reviewers consistently praise the flavor of the meat, calling the food delicious and typical Egyptian food, with several noting it as a strong grilled-meat spot in Upper Egypt. The place offers dine-in, delivery, drive-through, and takeout, and it is listed as casual, cozy, quiet, trendy, and upscale. It takes cash only and is reported to usually have a wait.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
Frequently asked questions
What is Ali Hussein Restaurant known for?
It is best known for grilled meats, especially kebab, kofta, and lamb, with reviewers also highlighting grilled chicken and hawawshi. People repeatedly describe the food as very delicious and real Egyptian food, with the meat and seasoning standing out most.
What dishes are most recommended at Ali Hussein Restaurant?
The most mentioned items are kebab, kofta, grilled chicken, hawawshi, and lamb, with one review specifically praising the chicken marinade and another calling the lamb exceptional. Reviewers also mention grilled chicken with rice and vegetables, plus a side of tahini and bread.
What is the atmosphere like at Ali Hussein Restaurant?
The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, trendy, and upscale, so it can work for groups, solo dining, and people looking for a sit-down meal. Reviewers focus more on the food than the setting, and one note says the dine-in experience can feel less polished than delivery because service may be slow.
Is Ali Hussein Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is E£1–600, and reviewers often frame the food as worth it for the flavor, especially the grilled chicken, rice, and meat dishes. Some comments mention portions can feel a little small, but the overall tone is that the taste makes it a strong value for grilled food in El Fateh and the wider Assiut area.
What should you know before visiting Ali Hussein Restaurant?
Expect a wait, since the place is marked as usually having one and reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner. Reviewers also mention that delivery can take about 30 to 45 minutes, sometimes longer, and the restaurant accepts cash only.
Is Ali Hussein Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Ali Hussein Restaurant is good for kids.
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