Charlie's Korba — Restaurant in Cairo

First time to go there based on a friend's recommendation, to say we were unexpecting such a bad service would be an understatement. The places feels beautiful but the repetitive situations that kept happening just made this one of the worst experiences. I ordered a hot beverage and received a hot beverage in a stained mug. When my friend arrived we requested removing the water bottle, it was however added in the late cheque. When our food arrived, the salad had non-fresh ingredients, namely non-fresh lettuce which in this weather, is concerning. Possibly all the waiters working in this restaurant passed by our table, it was very irritating to find a hand first taking our unempty glasses and then asking if they should take it. By the the fourth time I was contemplating asking who trained you. The one that felt mostly offputting was the way that the waiter extended his hand to pick a clean napkin from the table to remove my friend's used napkin with while cleaning up the table, felt like he was indirectly expressing disgust of us while doing his job. My friend ordered a hot beverage and we waited 15 min.s and nothing, she had to go to the counter to cancel it due to it being late and request the cheque. The cheque didn't arrive except after she went to the counter again and requested for it, to be greeted by a non removed water bottle in it. Truly an irritating experience. Staff need to be trained because this place...

The culinary offerings are meticulously prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients, ensuring both authenticity and excellence in every dish. The service is marked by genuine attentiveness and professionalism, with staff who are not only courteous and accommodating but also contribute significantly to the establishment’s warm and inviting atmosphere. Their hospitality creates a sense of comfort that enhances the overall dining experience.

Although there may be a brief wait during peak hours, the experience that follows is undoubtedly worth it. The restaurant features an extensive and diverse menu, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences. Each dish arrives beautifully presented, rich in aroma, and bold in flavor—demonstrating a thoughtful balance between culinary creativity and traditional finesse.

The ambiance is equally impressive: lively yet relaxing, tastefully designed to make guests feel at ease while enjoying their meals. Charlie's Korba successfully delivers an exceptional dining experience that harmoniously blends outstanding cuisine, a vibrant and welcoming setting, and...

HIGHLY NOT RECOMMENDED

Ok.. first the manger apparently who works there named ((Ashraf)) is a very unprofessional, Rude and impolite person. He forced us to set in a Specific table calming that it was reserved whoever less than 10 minutes later group of friends had arrived and set in the exact table we wanted… i went to them and i asked .. they told me the didn’t had any reservations.. i asked the manager again he told me in a very aggravating way this is the place, policy …… later on same situation happened in front of me with other people and they complained about it. The place is very crowded and the tables really stuffed and sooooo Dirty.. last thing the food is really usual nothing impressive specially the Roast beef sandwich was wet and literally disgusting..

Place 1 out of 5 Food 1 out of 5 Hygiene 0 out of 5 Staff BIG zero out of 5

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