Khufu's

Cairo

Contemporary Egyptian gastronomy with a view for the ages

Within the perimeter of the Giza Pyramid Complex and with an immediate and unobstructed view of the last remaining ancient wonders of the world, Khufu’s offers its guests a millennial take on a cuisine that stretches back millennia.

Founded in 2022, Khufu’s is one of the latest additions to the Pier88 restaurant group, bringing with it a strong commitment to culinary excellence and hospitality. Spearheading the kitchen is executive chef Mostafa Seif, who developed a passion for Egyptian rural cuisine and technical practices following his graduation from the Culinary Arts Academy in 2013 that has shaped Khufu’s contemporary approach to traditional Egyptian cuisine. A native of Cairo’s restaurant scene and winner of Top Chef Middle East in 2018, Seif is one of the architects of New Egyptian Cuisine, bringing a deeply personal and nationally inspired approach to the table while honouring traditional flavours.

Through thoughtful reimagination of Egypt’s classic dishes like mu’ammar rice with smoked beef and signature koshari salad, the menu serves as a platform for Chef Seif’s deep appreciation of his culinary roots and the rural traditions that shaped his upbringing. The menu also caters to the growing demand for plant-based dining, with a dedicated vegetarian menu and, at weekends, the restaurant draws in guests looking to indulge in Seif’s elevated interpretations of traditional Egyptian breakfasts.

Khufu’s was conceptualised and brought to life by Giovanni Bolandrini, the Italian founder and executive chairman of Pier88 Group, a leading name in Egypt’s fine dining and lifestyle hospitality scene. With a vision to create a world-class culinary destination at the foot of the Great Pyramids, Bolandrini combined his extensive experience in luxury hospitality with a deep appreciation for Egyptian culture.

Recently, Khufu’s achieved major recognition by ranking No.4 on MENA's 50 Best Restaurants 2025 list and was named The Best Restaurant in Egypt, solidifying its status as a leader in the region's culinary scene. It is now also the winner of the Resy One To Watch Award 2025, as part of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants.

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The Resy One To Watch Award recognises a rising star restaurant in the global hospitality scene which 50 Best believes has the potential to break into the list in the years to come. Its winner is selected by the 50 Best team based on the votes of its Academy and specific editorial criteria.