The 10 best hawawshi spots in Giza
The best hawawshi in Giza right now is Hawawshi El Refaay (Cairo), followed by Hawawshi El Rabee and Hawawshi Al Rabie, ranked from 30 food creators' videos, how many different creators went and what they said. On these menus, hawawshi starts at EGP 88; a typical one is about EGP 287. Updated October 2026.
We ranked Giza’s hawawshi by creator video coverage and the dishes highlighted in menus, with Imbaba/Embaba spots leading the conversation. Hawawshi Al-Rabi', Hawawshi Al Rabie and Hawawshi El Rabee stand out for crispy, meaty hawawshi and grill add-ons.
Updated October 2026
1Hawawshi El Refaay
Cairo’s hawawshi heavyweight is known for extra-cheese and qawarma hawawshi, with crunchy bread and juicy meat; creators also praise its many hawawshi innovations. Tuna hawawshi was panned in one video and its Talabat rating sits at 3.8.
2Hawawshi El Rabee
This Embaba spot stands out for crispy hawawshi, including a sausage-loaded version, plus rib eye and beef ribs for meat lovers. It’s a casual local pick for friends and quick bites.
3Hawawshi Al Rabie
Imbaba’s hawawshi legend is praised for juicy sausage hawawshi and a melting meat tagine, backed by fresh butcher/farm sourcing. Creators also note homemade-tasting molokhia, making it a group-feast pick.
4Hawawshi Al-Rabi'
Imbaba’s hawawshi heavyweight pairs legendary hawawshi with fattah that creators call Egypt’s best, plus generous meat, marrow and samna. The kafta with tahina looks rich, though clips show no prices or hotline.
5Caizo
Caizo is a 4.4-rated shawarma stop with good beef shawarma, cute packaging and a late-night draw; its spicy hawawshi is also on the must-order list. Creators note chicken can be dry and bread not soft enough.
6Uncle Samir
Uncle Samir’s viral feteer concept includes an inventive hawawshi meshaltet and generous fillings on some feteer, with late-night suhoor appeal. The Dubai pistachio feteer was called small and empty, and Tanta branch fillings were inconsistent.
7Seekh Mashwy
Seekh Mashwy is a New Cairo grill pick for flavorful grilled sandwiches, led by the viral Mabroom sandwich and a wide sauce selection. It has a nice view and relaxed ambience, though prices are a bit steep and seating can fill up fast.
8Tamara
Tamara is a reliable Sahel Lebanese go-to with a standout shrimp sandwich, plus sfayeh and Mini Box options for group sharing. Service isn’t fast and some dishes underwhelm, but its beach-side branches and big menu keep it consistent.
9Mishwyat Kimo
Mishwyat Kimo is a Giza spot with one creator video and 251,700 views; there’s no verdict, must-order list or pros/cons in the data.
10Antar El Kababgy
Antar El Kababgy is a Giza barbecue heritage spot with 80+ years of charcoal-grill history, praised for kebab, kofta, tarab and very meaty ribs. The turkey leg melts and there’s no service charge, with a 4.0 Google rating from 3,206 reviews.
Good to know
What's the best hawawshi in Giza?
Right now: Hawawshi El Refaay, Hawawshi El Rabee, Hawawshi Al Rabie.
How much is hawawshi in Giza?
On these menus, hawawshi starts at EGP 88; a typical one is about EGP 287.