The Tourist's Complete Food Guide to Sharm El Sheikh 2026

First-time visitors to Sharm El Sheikh often default to familiar international food and miss the best meals the city offers. This guide is designed to fix that — giving you a clear picture of the food scene, what's worth eating, what to avoid, and how to navigate the practical side of eating in Sharm.

Before You Arrive — Download Bringit

Open Bringit before your trip to explore the available services. Once you arrive, set your exact hotel address to check restaurant availability and agree a permitted meeting point with reception. Bringit is an independent local delivery service in Sharm El Sheikh.

Your First Day — What to Eat

After checking in, set your delivery address in Bringit. Choose available food, check the total and collect the order at the agreed hotel handover point. Follow your hotel’s rules on outside food.

The Non-Negotiable Food Experiences

• Grilled Red Sea fish — order at a Naama Bay seafront restaurant at least once
• Egyptian breakfast (ful, ta'meya, fresh bread) — a morning ritual you'll want to repeat
• Koshari from a dedicated shop — Egypt's best comfort food
• Shawarma late at night — the authentic Sharm experience
• Konafa for dessert — Egypt's finest sweet, served warm

Practical Tips for Eating in Sharm

• All restaurant food is halal — no pork, beef and chicken throughout
• Tap water is not safe to drink — always order bottled water
• Prices in Egyptian Pounds (EGP) — carry some cash for local restaurants
• Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory — 10% is generous at restaurants
• Delivery via Bringit is typically cheaper than eating at your hotel restaurant

How to Use Bringit During Your Stay

Use Bringit to check breakfast, dinner, snacks and grocery options for your address. For hotels, confirm outside-food and handover rules with reception. Availability and delivery estimates are shown in the app.