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Restaurant in Heliopolis, Cairo Governorate
What should I order at Esplanade Cafe Restaurant?
What to order
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Desserts
Mentioned repeatedly as fantastic, wide in variety, and offering many types from oriental to French, making them one of the most praised items in the reviews.
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Steak
Recommended because one review specifically says to not forget to taste it, noting that it is cooked fresh in front of guests.
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Roast
Praised as very good, juicy, and tender, making it a standout item in the buffet spread.
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Salads
Highlighted as part of the buffet variety and specifically mentioned as being enjoyed alongside the rest of the food selection.
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5
Soup
Included in the praised buffet variety, with guests noting the buffet had a solid soup selection as part of the diverse spread.
Details
Location
InterContinental Cairo Citystars, Omar Ibn El-Khattab, Heliopolis, Cairo Governorate, 11737, EG
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
About Esplanade Cafe Restaurant
Esplanade Cafe Restaurant is a restaurant and buffet restaurant in Heliopolis, Cairo Governorate, located inside the InterContinental Cairo CityStars Hotel. It serves buffet and à la carte food with a wide mix of Middle Eastern, Egyptian, Asian, Italian, and Desi dishes, plus breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Reviewers consistently praise the buffet variety, the friendly and helpful staff, and the desserts and salad bar. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with outdoor seating, live music, and all-day dining.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Valet parking
Frequently asked
What is Esplanade Cafe Restaurant known for?
It is best known for its buffet spread, especially the large variety of dishes and desserts. Reviewers repeatedly mention the roast, fresh-made steak, salad bar, soups, and sweets buffet, along with friendly service that makes the experience feel complete.
What dishes are most recommended at Esplanade Cafe Restaurant?
Reviewers highlight the roast, which is described as juicy and tender, fresh steak cooked in front of guests, and the dessert selection with oriental and French sweets. The salad bar, soups, starters, and the mixed international buffet are also frequently praised for variety and filling portions.
What is the atmosphere like at Esplanade Cafe Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as welcoming, quiet, cozy, and sometimes romantic, with live music adding to the dining experience. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, especially for people who want a more polished hotel-restaurant setting in Heliopolis.
Is Esplanade Cafe Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is E£200–400, and reviewers say it is a little above average but worth it for the buffet variety and filling portions. Guests often mention that the food selection, service, and dessert spread make the cost feel justified.
Does Esplanade Cafe Restaurant require reservations, and when is it best to go?
Yes, reservations are accepted and listed as required, which makes sense for a popular hotel buffet that draws regulars and groups. Reviewers mention strong breakfast and dinner service, so booking ahead is a practical choice for busy meal times.
Is parking available at Esplanade Cafe Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, On-site parking, Paid parking garage, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking, Valet parking is available.
Does Esplanade Cafe Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Esplanade Cafe Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is the food at Esplanade Cafe Restaurant halal?
Yes, Esplanade Cafe Restaurant serves halal food.
Is Esplanade Cafe Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Esplanade Cafe Restaurant is good for kids.
