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Carol Bar

Bar Pub Bar and grill Tapas bar

One of the Top rated Pubs in Cairo


Address

12 Kasr Al Nile, Ismailia, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 4272111, Egypt

Website

m.facebook.com

Contact

+20 10 29111105

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (762 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Monday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Tuesday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Wednesday: 5 pm to 2 am
  • Thursday: 5 pm to 3 am
  • Friday: 5 pm to 3 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (31) nice (25) atmosphere (15) people (13) music (12) drinks (11) vibe (10) great (10) staff (10) downtown (10)
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  • 4/5 Hugo Da C. 1 year ago on Google • 521 reviews
    Cool place with a good vibe and chill music. On weekends you need to spend 200LE, they will let you know as soon as you enter. You take it or leave it. There’s beer happpy hour from 17h to 19h, and cocktails from 19h to 21h. Food is not bad but not great, and as usual in Egypt, they take their time to serve it. You can pay with card. Remember, people smoke indoors.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ricardo F. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a fun place, cheap beer, amazing vibe, clean bathrooms, a classic bar with a real bartender and the atmosphere is awesome Would definitely go back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Dayana F. 1 year ago on Google
    We took a taxi to reach this place as it has very good reviews. We were welcomed by a man with a cigarette in his hand telling us that there is a minimum consumption of 200 Egyptian pounds per person. We left the place immediately.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashraf “Don K. 5 years ago on Google
    Nice and Cosy bar, food (Snacks) are excellent, very friendly atmosphere and very reasonable prices...
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Benjamin C. 1 year ago on Google
    Minimum consumption of 200 pounds. Bar was empty, supposedly all tables reserved. Left and won't come back. Bar has a nice flair.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 mm s. 8 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    You can have a good time with cocktails and good vibes. The cocktail is not as good as in other countries, I liked its atmosphere. I ordered HAWASHI which is kind of a sandwich, then it tastes really nice. A bartender cannot speak English, so you need to choose what you want from the menu.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ragui B. 3 years ago on Google
    Authentic old bar, staff are friendly and helpful.. the music and decoration take me back to 70's
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Yara M. 5 years ago on Google
    Very nice place, good location as good start for new bar. Drinks still have not that much variety, they have only Egyptian hard liquor which is not good for most of the people. Beer is good price and fresh. Appetizer and mazza not bad. And the music is somehow not bad but it's need kind of special playlist to customize Carol music. As I knew that Carol by underground after 8, which is good that I have to reserve a spot for me before I go. Should be easier way to make my reservation and at the same time I respect if they have simple flexibility for the guests. At the end I wish you can access the visa payment :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Omar A. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cool local bar, its a must visit if you are doing a bar hopping in downtown cairo
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shin-Ei T. 1 year ago on Google • 57 reviews
    Absolutely the best bar in Cairo! The interior and music will take you back to good old time. The food was great and staffs are friendly and helpful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ashraqat s. 8 months ago on Google
    The food is the only bad thing about it,it tasted okay but I really got sick after that ,staff is nice ..it was crowded and noisy but it was a weekend which is normal I think. Yes we do know there is a minimum of 200 egp ,the bouncer really didn’t have to mention it at the door,not the coolest move.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Yasmine Y. 8 months ago on Google
    🍺 Can't really review the drinks they make because I only drink local Stella there but it's always nice and cold. 🌯 As for the food, love their stuffed vine leaves and the *spicy* chicken strips are nice and crunchy but the crumbing could be better. Tried their French fries a couple of times but they were dry and didn't really taste/look like fries. 👨🏻‍💼👨🏽‍💼 However, the waiters are always nice, obliging and respectful. 🌃🎼 Love their music & love the place when there aren't many ppl but if you're there early the noise sort of builds up gradually so you don't feel it so much. (It can get really busy even on weekday nights) 🌬 If you can't stand smoke, this wouldn't be the right place to go bec most of the guests smoke and it's only indoors. P.S. They have a 200 LE minimum charge Thursdays and Fridays. 💸
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kunal H. 1 year ago on Google
    Old school vibes. Buzzing and vibrant. Great food too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 deborah j. 1 year ago on Google
    Fabulous What a cool place. Reminiscent of 1920s Paris, or Rick's Place in Casablanca. Great place to just hang out, enjoy a glass of wine, or a Happy Hour cocktail. Food is tapas style, and came out hot and fresh. Particularly liked the samosas.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ibrahim E. 3 years ago on Google
    Really a chill place in the middle of downtown ,Where everything is just fine . Cool atmosphere...After it close you should just have a walk in the streets around and enjoy the culture.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 jose a. 2 years ago on Google
    If you are a tourist, avoid this place. At the door when they realised we were tourists they asked us 400EGP each to go in as a minimum consumption. We went there for cocktails before 8pm and ended up not going through the door.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alan W. 2 years ago on Google
    Disappointing place. They ask for 200 EGP per person as minimum consumption. The place was empty on a thursday night... The prices were high, and the food portion were small ... Absolutely do not recommend !!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ab A. 2 years ago on Google
    I have come to this place with my friend and we were talking to next table peacefully and the bartenders came and told us that we were banned and we aren’t allowed to talk to anyone. I feel so bad for the owner because she put such bartenders who can’t deal with regulars. I honestly thought it was the place but staff were soooo disrespectful and robbed us for extra money!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James P. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a great experience here. The first place I've found in Cairo that has a decent cocktail! The vibe is pretty nice too. Lots of bossa nova and jazzy tunes in a classic bar setting. Ordered the beef liver (small, but excellent), a mojito, and a couple Sakara's. Covid restrictions were taken more seriously here with spaced tables, and a temperature check coming in. Complaints about it being too smoky are justified, but it didn't detract from my experience. Highly recommended for any thirsty travelers.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 KF Y. 3 months ago on Google • 241 reviews New
    A very cosy bar with good happy hours deal from 5pm to 7pm. Stella at only 65EGP. Nice jazz and soothing music with dim lights. Perfect for winding down. Crowd started building up after 7pm. Was packed on Tuesday. Long menu, but didn't try any food.

  • 5/5 Yomna Abd A. 4 months ago on Google • 33 reviews
    Tucked in the heart of downtown, this bar is a culinary haven that seamlessly marries a vibrant atmosphere with delectable cuisine. The menu is a delightful symphony of flavors, offering a diverse range of dishes that elevate the typical bar dining experience. From savory appetizers to mouthwatering main courses, each plate is a testament to the chef's skill and creativity. The ambiance is equally enticing, with chic decor and a lively vibe that makes it the perfect spot for both casual gatherings and celebratory evenings. A savoring hearty meal, this downtown gem promises a memorable fusion of great food and a welcoming atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Sylvia A. H. 3 months ago on Google • 30 reviews New
    I love Carol! One of my favorite bars, too cozy and nice and close to everything. The only downside is that it’s too tiny so there will be cigarette smoke everywhere, and the food (specially appetizers) takes too long to be prepared.

  • 5/5 Albert M. 5 months ago on Google • 24 reviews
    Good bar downtown with a great atmosphere and jazzy music, perfect for a drink after a day of sightseeing.

  • 5/5 Abdullah K. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Perfect atmosphere, tiny tucked bar in the downtown area, the drinks were fine, the fried calamari was terrible and actually gave me food poisoning, highly recommend this place, i dont recommended eating fried seafood in any bar in general 😂

  • 4/5 Daksha P. 2 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    Atmospheric bar with decent food. A gem of a place. Food can be a little slow in arriving, but not too much. A good selection of meat and vegetarian dishes. Small bites perfect for snacking whilst drinking. Large bottle Stella - 85EG Minced beef Samoosa - 105EG If you're a nonsmoker and can'tstand the smell, this bar is best avoided. It's a small place, and there's no getting away from it. Yes, there is a minimum EG200 spend per person but only on Thurs & Fri. Staff were friendly and helpful - my Internet connection wasn't working so they let me access the bar's so I could download the menu. Well worth a visit!

  • 4/5 Ziad A. 3 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    A tiny and charming little spot in the heart of Cairo. Helpful and polite wait staff, good drinks, good vibes, and you’ll always meet interesting people there. Prices are very good. The only downside is that the place is truly tiny. So, it’s good for a quick drink or two with two friends, max. But the place is truly in the heart of downtown and it’s vey convenient to use as a stop along your cairene adventure.

  • 5/5 Jérôme P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food

  • 5/5 ahmed a. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cozy and a very nice place to grab a drink wiz ur friends Very nice experience

  • 4/5 Mina F. 3 years ago on Google
    Cozy, Cool and friendly staff

  • 5/5 Muntaser I. 1 year ago on Google
    Cozy place with a calming ambiance. Not suitable for large groups, which is probably a good thing if you're looking for a cool place to chill with 2-3 people.

  • 5/5 Boudi S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Sarah E. 1 year ago on Google
    I absolutely loved this place ,the atmosphere, lighting, food and the service were very pleasant . It feels like an old vintage pub

  • 1/5 Maged G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I did not visit it (Original) لم ازوره

  • 3/5 Milena R. 1 year ago on Google
    Wanna hang out with your friends and enjoy the happy hour? In this place you will find alcoholic drinks 🤠 when I went to this place the atmosphere was great, but people can smoke inside the place so for the ones who don't like the smell of smoking you won't enjoy your time. They have happy hour promos so it's a good deal, btw, the beverages I had needed alcohol on them it was like drinking a juice. Anyways i had a great time there so it's worthy for a country where it's kinda impossible to find alcohol

  • 4/5 paskota 2. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sweet and calm (Original) حلو وهادي

  • 5/5 Olivia V. 3 years ago on Google
    Cozy and nice

  • 4/5 Hayley S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere to come and hang out with friends. It has a casual laid back vibe and good music. Smoking is allowed in here but I didn't mind it. They have a great selection of cocktails but they obviously do not put enough alcohol in them. Its a shame.

  • 5/5 Omar S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Haha mzaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaag (Original) Haha mzaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaag

  • 5/5 Gun P. 1 year ago on Google
    It is one of the best place. Restaurant-bar has very nice athmosphere. Service is very good. Also the prices are very good. It is not a large sized place. But good for hang outs with a few people. Like it very much.

  • 5/5 Vlad G. 1 year ago on Google
    A very cool bar with lots of cocktail choices and drinks. The bar has tables where you can eat as well. The staff is polite and they are well trained. We had a pleasant experience there.

  • 5/5 bian e. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved it

  • 5/5 Amgad H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The most beautiful place in the center of the country (Original) أجمل مكان في وسط البلد

  • 5/5 Theo J. 1 year ago on Google
    Good bar with nice vibe, the happy hour is particularly interesting with buy 1 get one free cocktail until 9pm. I recommend having a reservation to make sure having a table

  • 5/5 Ahmed S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Aasem S. 3 years ago on Google
    The perfect place to grab a drink after a long day at work. 👌🏼👌🏼

  • 5/5 manal r. 3 years ago on Google
    Cozy and great staff

  • 5/5 Pishoy E. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful places ever

  • 5/5 Fifi T. 6 months ago on Google
    I love this place so much! The vibe, the music, the service here were awesome. I'll miss this bar and the person who I came here with a lot.

  • 3/5 Marwa B. 4 years ago on Google
    The atmosphere is very cool. The service is fast and all the waiters are decent. The drinks are diverse too. The only disadvantage of this nice place is the smoke inside as it allows smoking. If you are a smoker it would not bother you of course.

  • 5/5 F P. 5 months ago on Google
    Very nice and cozy place. the place looks very authentic retro style place. Min fee 200£ per person. Services was nice.. could emprobe a bit . We ordered meze to share and some drinks and all of them were super. highly recommended to all travellers

  • 5/5 Joseph S. 3 years ago on Google
    Cozy , friendly , good stuff , in downtown

  • 5/5 Steven A. 4 years ago on Google
    A very good place to have a drink, very authentic with extremely affordable prices

  • 5/5 Sam O. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice staff and nice places . Prices are also good and i liked the grill kebda but the quantity was just less than expected

  • 4/5 Chad E C. 3 years ago on Google
    Feels like an old bar. Easy going.

  • 5/5 Hossam H. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect atmosphere place in downtown ❤️

  • 4/5 Mahmoud A. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice pub specially for young people

  • 5/5 Mazin E. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice experience with the best friends (Original) تجربة لطيفة مع احلى صحاب

  • 5/5 Ahmed m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Serving his assistant (Original) خدمه ممتاذه

  • 4/5 ahmed m. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A good place that has a western historical character and attracts an upper middle class and I think its atmosphere will be strange and uncomfortable for the people of the popular class, but its only drawback is the claustrophobic space limitations if the place gets crowded, especially on Thursdays ... I cannot express an opinion on alcoholic drinks because I do not drink them but Food at the level of mezze and light dishes such as bishara, moussaka, cheese with tomatoes and toasted bread were good and delicious..the place is characterized by its attractiveness to young people and older people equally, so that a specific age group does not dominate the place's customers (Original) مكان جيد له طابع تاريخي غربي ويجذب فئة أعلى من المتوسطة وأعتقد أن أجوائه ستكون غريبة وغير مريحة لابناء الطبقة الشعبية لكن عيبه الوحيد ضيق المساحة بشكل خانق إذا ما ازدحم المكان خاصة في أيام الخميس ... لا يمكنني ابداء الرأي في المشروبات الكحولية لأنني لا اتناولها لكن الطعام على مستوى المزات والاطباق الخفيفة مثل البصارة والمسقعة والجبن مع الطماطم والخبز المحمص كانت جيدة ولذيذة..يتميز المكان بجذبه لفئات الشباب والأكبر سنا بشكل متساوي فلا تسيطر فئة عمرية محددة على زبائن المكان

  • 4/5 Bassem Q. 4 years ago on Google
    Staff is friendly, the place is a bit loud though

  • 5/5 Mahmoud G. 4 years ago on Google
    Small cozy pub with a great vibe!

  • 4/5 Hisham E. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wow old bar and cingria (Original) واو بار قديم والسينجريا

  • 4/5 Mohamed A. 4 years ago on Google
    I love spending time there very friendly staff

  • 3/5 Ahmed M. 4 years ago on Google
    They have a minimum charge but they don't tell you about it.

  • 5/5 aly b. 4 years ago on Google
    Great prices for drinks and tasty finger food

  • 4/5 Mustafa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Cozy bar!

  • 4/5 Ramy N. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice & Fresh Bar

  • 5/5 Brayden D. 4 years ago on Google
    Really trendy and unusual bar for Cairo. English-speaking staff, eager to give you tastes of Egypt's alcohol (all produced in Egypt solely).

  • 5/5 Maher M. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing atmosphere with amazing prices Cozy

  • 4/5 Sali Mohsen M H. 4 years ago on Google
    Authentic place with good vibes! They have nice snacks to munch on but don't expect big meals

  • 5/5 Tareq A. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely bar

  • 5/5 hatem m. 3 years ago on Google
    Cozy place

  • 4/5 Mina N. 2 years ago on Google
    The ambience is what you are looking for for a nice, even romantic outting, recommend

  • 4/5 saebyeog e. 2 years ago on Google
    I liked the vibe and the decor of the place. Clean , they leave spaces between tables and they serve eveything in disposable utnesils and cups for the pandemic rules. But the prices are extremly expensive especially the drinks ,thats why i gave it 4 stars A side note, I liked their chicken liver with pomegranate molasses, was very nicee.

  • 4/5 Mohamed M. H. 2 years ago on Google
    It was a nice experience with a huge unique decorations gives you a vibe

  • 3/5 Amr E. 2 years ago on Google
    Old beautiful place, But the workers are not good

  • 4/5 XO G. 3 years ago on Google
    Good but need more kind of drinks

  • 3/5 Claudia V. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to drink something, nice people there and the ambience is enchanting. I myself ordered a Mojito and it was not made correctly, no blended ice, no sugar, no tonic water, lack of mint (served in a plastic cup).... I don't know how are the rest of the cocktails on the menu but for 7 euros it is not worth it... Better off order a beer or a glass of wine.

  • 5/5 Hanan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Decor is just amazing

  • 3/5 Indeshaw A. 2 years ago on Google
    Low key bar near Talaat Harb Square. Reasonable drink prices but limited to Egyptian liquors and the usual four local beers plus Heineken selection. Cigarette smoke was quite unbearable. Maybe twenty people in the bar and I was the only one not smoking.

  • 5/5 Yes Visit E. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved it!!

  • 5/5 Hapi A. 2 years ago on Google
    one of the best To-Go cozy places in downtown Cairo. delicious food, cool music and as comfy as home. just love Carol loads.

  • 5/5 Mcsco C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There is no (Original) لا يوجد

  • 5/5 Kirolos M. 2 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Forever and always my favorite place, the place is cozy, authentic and the music is really good. Been my favorite bar since 2018, I do not understand why people get angry when they hear the 200 minimum charge during the weekend, although there are many low quality pubs that request way more fees as a minimum charge. Whether you are a tourist or local you will enjoy your time there as this place takes care of all the details needed to provide a cozy experience.


Call +20 10 29111105 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
    • ✓️ Paid multi-storey car park
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery

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