Where to go for a chill breakfast in Heliopolis

?When it comes to kicking the weekend off, nothing does the trick quite like a hearty breakfast. At Heliopolis’ Coy, you’ll find no shortage of breakfast staples and then some. Situated right in the heart of the district, Coy offers an ephemeral escape right in the middle of all the action.

Coffee, breeze, and benedicts. Coy is a come-as-you-are destination; the restaurant is all about comfort — and comfort food. Though it’s smack in the middle of El Nozha street, you’ll quickly come to find that weekend mornings spent at Coy lend themselves to a calmer nature, with a first-hand view of a Heliopolis yet to be disturbed by traffic. The breakfast menu is far from overwhelming, featuring a selection of classics — and a few experimental dishes.

You can’t go wrong with the continental omelette, stuffed with guacamole, bacon, turkey, and cheese — it was a solid choice that didn’t disappoint. Another surefire hit would be the whipped eggs and truffles pretzel, served with a side of sautéed mushrooms. The latter proved particularly flavorsome, and we’d definitely recommend trying it out if you’re feeling adventurous with your first meal of the day.

You’ll also find a traditional English breakfast, oriental options, and lighter selections like the recovery bowl — packed with oats, quinoa, fruits, and dark chocolate. For a refreshing start to the day, we’d recommend pairing your meal with a cold brew affogato.

Are you a night owl? Even better. If you’re the sort of person who enjoys staying in on weekends, you can still pay Coy a visit later in the day for lunch or dinner. However, be warned, as the Heliopolis dining hotspot loses its calm quality as the hours progress. If you don’t mind the noise, however, you’ll be in for a good time.

The all-day menu dwarfs its breakfast counterpart, and you’ll have a lot of decision-making to do. The good news is that you’re not likely to make a bad choice. Coy has no shortage of appetizers, salads, gourmet sandwiches, and generous mains. For our afternoon visit, we tried out the chicken taco salad, the baked chicken milanese, and the beef teriyaki.

The baked chicken milanese cast a spell on us, and we let it. Topped with fresh, grilled eggplants and served with a side of sautéed vegetables and rice — available in plain or of the garlic herb variation, which we opted for — the Italian fried chicken dish put its counterparts to shame. The dish missed no marks, and delivered on both the flavor and portion fronts — due in no small part to the rice. The teriyaki beef was a worthy runner-up, and the taco salad set high expectations for the feast to come — ones that were swiftly met.

Grab a hookah and face the screens. If you’re a football fan, you might want to check out Coy for your next match-viewing gathering. The restaurant boasts several large screens for that very purpose, and also offers a hookah service.

WHERE TO FIND COY- You can find Coy in Heliopolis at 24 El Horreya street. You can also order from Talabat and El Menus.

? Per person: EGP 500-600

? Outdoor seating: Yes

? Alcohol: No

? Accessibility friendly: Yes