Welcome to Alexandria Cafe
**About Alexandria Cafe**
Nestled a stone's throw from the beach on Market Street in Margate, Alexandria Cafe is a charming family-run Egyptian restaurant renowned for its authentic flavors and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Each dish is crafted with care, resulting in standout offerings like the best falafel and richly flavored ful medames. Despite its small size, the cozy setting and attentive staff create an inviting dining experience. Guests rave about the delicious baba-ganouj and generous portion sizes at reasonable prices. Whether you're seeking comfort food or a taste of Egypt, Alexandria Cafe promises a delightful culinary journey that feels like home.
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9 Market St, Margate CT9 1EU, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 1843 446770
If you find yourself wandering the charming streets of Margate, a visit to Alexandria Cafe is an absolute must. Nestled at 9 Market St, Margate CT9 1EU, this family-run gem brings authentic Egyptian cuisine to life just a stone's throw from the beachfront.
Upon entering Alexandria Cafe, you are enveloped by a warm and welcoming atmosphere, a testament to the hard work of the family who runs it. Reviewers have consistently praised the staff's genuine hospitality, making you feel like part of the family from the moment you step inside.
The menu is a delightful exploration of traditional Egyptian flavors, but the highlights are undoubtedly the falafel and the ful. As Jason Hoh raved, it's quite possibly the best falafel he'll ever have. Each bite bursts with flavor, a harmonious combination of spices that will leave you craving more. The ful, a staple in Egyptian cuisine, is also a standout—Amanda Crutchley described it as flavorful and generously portioned, offering a rich taste that embodies the essence of its roots.
Another crowd favorite is the Fattah, which comes highly recommended for its incredible balance of flavors. Hazim Aladdin emphasized the well-cooked rice and crispy bread, topped with a secret sauce that elevates the dish to extraordinary heights. Customers like Mister and Mrs Ruth also laud the deep flavors and generous servings, making it an exceptional value for the quality offered.
The intimate setting allows guests to savor their meals in comfort. With a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of eateries found in Egypt, Alexandria Cafe transports diners to a place where food is made with love and passion. As Guy Gillbe noted, the beautiful decor and enticing aromas from the kitchen invite you to engage with the culinary delights of this enchanting café.
For anyone touring Margate, Alexandria Cafe is not just a restaurant but an experience—one that meal after meal showcases the kind of heartfelt cooking that makes you feel at home, no matter where you are from. With a menu so rich and vibrant, it’s a culinary journey worth taking, but don't forget to check their hours, as they close at 5:30 PM on Saturdays. Plan your visit, bring your appetite, and prepare for unforgettable flavors that promise to be a highlight of your Margate adventure!
Contact them at +44 1843 446770 for inquiries.
Family run authentic Egyptian restaurant a few yards away from all the beach front. Everything is run by the family, so service won't be the quickest, but every dish is cooked to perfection with care. Likely the best falafel I've had in my life! Very reasonably priced as well if you are not in a hurry. Closes at 5.30pm on a Saturday afternoon - not sure if they open again for dinner.
Just had a delicious, high quality Egyptian meal here at a very reasonable price! We had the ful and fattah- both were very flavorful with generous portion sizes. The staff (perhaps the owner?) and the space were really warm and welcoming. We’ll definitely be back!
Absolutely wonderful authentic Egyptian restaurant in the heart of Margate old town. We came here for the first time today and thought the food was absolutely delicious and the prices incredibly reasonable. We had the Ful Medames with onion tomato and bell peppers and the falafel with cheese, served with pitta, tahini and salad. Flavours were deep and falafel perfectly cooked. Fresh mint tea too. The real deal of an authentic place to eat in Margate and lovely staff/owners. Thank you, we’ll be back!
Absolute little gem of a place - great food, lovely staff and atmosphere. Falafel was amazing and baba-ganouj was the best I've ever eaten. It was so good we went for lunch there two days in a row.
Great falafel. You're not going to get better for the price anywhere else. Very tasty
Walked by and was intrigued by how beautiful it looked inside.. totally captured by the smells coming from the kitchen! It's a wonderfully atmospheric place and the food was delicious. Small but cosy. Didn't think I'd be experimenting with Egyptian food whilst in Margate, but well worth a stop.
We felt like we were back in Egypt! Food is amazing. Very cosy.
Delicious fresh food. I tried the Fata chicken, tasted amazing. The rice was made in away you can taste that it is well cooked, not just streamed rice. I don't know what is exactly the sauce they put on the rice but it was amazing. The crispy bread inside the rice was a bonus. The chicken was awesome too The fact that is a family business make you feel that food made with love