The Egyptian Corner

The Egyptian Corner is a family-run establishment in Ottawa, offering authentic Egyptian cuisine. It originated as a food truck before establishing its current permanent location. The restaurant aims to provide traditional Egyptian dishes, prepared with authentic spices and cooking techniques. Key menu items include Koshari, a traditional Egyptian dish featuring layers of rice, lentils, pasta, and chickpeas, topped with fried onions and served with tangy tomato sauce, a tart vinaigrette, and spicy daqqa. The menu also highlights a variety of sandwiches, such as liver, chicken, and hawawshi made with savory ground beef and onions. Other specialties feature falafel, prepared in the Egyptian style using fava beans, served in soft pita bread with fresh vegetables, grilled eggplant, and potato chips. The restaurant also serves moussaka, a rich dish with layers of fried eggplant, potatoes, and bell peppers in a tomato sauce, alongside shakshouka and traditional Egyptian desserts like rice pudding and Umm Ali.