🍽️ What makes a memorable restaurant experience? Arguably good food, but sometimes more importantly a good view. That’s exactly what you’re in for with Garden City’s E Noci Bistro — right by the Nile waterfront, the contemporary Mediterranean-Italian fusion place offers a packed selection of breakfast dishes, lunch/dinner specials, and a classic dessert menu. With bold and playful branding, E Noci is a fresh switch-up from conventional, classy Nile-side dining.

E Noci’s menu doesn’t shy away from flour-based indulgences. Their kitchen turns out everything from croissants, bagels, even feteer meshaltet, to sandwiches, burgers, pasta, and pizza. They even have the trendy drinks covered, with a full lineup of matcha, coffee, and boba assortments. We went for an early dinner at the Nile view eatery, right before sunset, to maximize on the stunning view and a delightful atmosphere.

To start things off right, we went for a burrata salad, a non-negotiable for any true Mediterranean experience. We chose it over their many fried appetizers for a lighter starter… but it ended up being a little too light. We can’t say the burrata itself wasn’t perfect — it was quintessentially creamy and delicious — but the fresh arugula portion was surprisingly scant, scattered lightly alongside a handful of sliced cherry tomatoes. Our verdict: maybe opt for a different salad unless you’re dying for some good burrata, a craving we fully respect and understand. If you’re looking for a filling, greens-focused dinner, their salads might not hit the mark.

After plenty of back-and-forth with the extensive menu, we picked out the lasagna and the chicken truffle. Served hot and fresh in a bowl, the lasagna promised rich, juicy layers of cheesy goodness. It definitely delivered on that end, but you might want to keep the salt shaker handy. The chicken truffle felt like home in a dish. The tender, rolled chicken breasts came stuffed with mozzarella and set in thick truffle sauce and fresh mushrooms with a side of rice, making for a deliciously packed bite. The dish wasn’t overdone in flavor or presentation, which made it all the more delightful and tempting.

All-day dining is E Noci’s forte, with their breakfast/brunch menu seeming to be the most popular. We would certainly go back to try it out for a morning Nile rendezvous, with upcoming cooler weather hopefully on our side. Their pizzas also seem to be a standout, and they’re high on our list for a much-anticipated second visit to the worthy Mediterranean spot.

WHERE TO FIND IT- You can find E Noci Bistro at Garden City. You can also order through Talabat.

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