Dine at this Aswan gem, rated 4.2/5 stars. Enjoy delicious grilled specialties and a scenic Nile view. Experience authentic flavors.
Perched on its own island overlooking the majestic Nile, this unique dining spot offers a truly memorable experience. Reached by a charming ferry, the restaurant provides a picturesque setting, especially as the sun begins to set. Diners consistently praise the delicious grilled fish and beef skewers, alongside refreshing drinks like lemon juice with peppermint. With an impressive 4.2-star rating from nearly a thousand reviews, and a moderate $$ price range, it's a favored choice for those seeking a scenic and flavorful meal. The atmosphere is enhanced by outdoor seating and live music, making it a wonderful option for groups.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Cocktails, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Nice location, good view, you need the boat to arrive at the restaurant. The grilled fish and beef stool were delicious. Lemon juice with peppermint was great. By the way, the drink may be over charge for the foreigners. The most scenic and romantic spot to have a tajine. By pure chance we took a cute ferry boat in aswan that brought us to the Nubian restaurant El Dokka, situated above the nile on its own little island. We had the chance to sit on the small terrace above the Nile while the sun set on the opposite river bank. The service was excellent, the baba ganoush very very good, the tajines absolutely decent. No fancy chichi, a welcoming restaurant, very good food. Make sure you try the nubian coffee! See you soon, gentle and friendly El Dokka team! A very nice place with a beautiful Nile view and a calm atmosphere. The food is good and freshly prepared, especially the Nubian dishes, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. The boat ride to the restaurant is a lovely touch and adds to the overall experience. Some dishes could be improved and the service can be a bit slow during busy times, but overall it’s a great spot to enjoy a relaxing meal by the water. A solid 4-star experience!
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Eissa Island, كورنيش النيل, وسط البلد, Aswan 1, Aswan Governorate 1240861, Egypt
August 11, 2025
Nice location, good view, you need the boat to arrive at the restaurant. The grilled fish and beef stool were delicious. Lemon juice with peppermint was great. By the way, the drink may be over charge for the foreigners.
November 12, 2025
The most scenic and romantic spot to have a tajine. By pure chance we took a cute ferry boat in aswan that brought us to the Nubian restaurant El Dokka, situated above the nile on its own little island. We had the chance to sit on the small terrace above the Nile while the sun set on the opposite river bank. The service was excellent, the baba ganoush very very good, the tajines absolutely decent. No fancy chichi, a welcoming restaurant, very good food. Make sure you try the nubian coffee! See you soon, gentle and friendly El Dokka team!
November 13, 2025
A very nice place with a beautiful Nile view and a calm atmosphere. The food is good and freshly prepared, especially the Nubian dishes, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. The boat ride to the restaurant is a lovely touch and adds to the overall experience. Some dishes could be improved and the service can be a bit slow during busy times, but overall it’s a great spot to enjoy a relaxing meal by the water. A solid 4-star experience!
December 22, 2024
This place was recommend for lunch by our tour guide and it was worth the recommendation. The food was very good in quality and flavour, the ambience is well set with a good view of the nile and it's tributaries. Very good service too, based on your taste or need, they do suggest from the menu what suits the best. Worth a try while you are in Aswan. One can also enjoy the locally brewed coffee that's fresh and refreshing.
December 1, 2024
It is located in the middle of the Nile with an amazing view and premium location 👌. The welcome is very warm and the service is very friendly, they also have good menu. The food was so 🫣 disappointing in terms of taste and quality, maybe because the place was empty. Overall experience is below average.
Features and amenities that make El Dokka special
Outdoor Seating
Live Music
Cocktails
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Everything you need to know before you visit
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