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Syne doesn’t have a specific cuisine, serving up international staples and rare finds:Nestled in New Cairo’s Garden8, you’ll find the restaurant with a “whimsical twist” on its menu and in its interior.

Their take on the classics offers different flavors and experiences. We ordered the shrimp chowder soup, which had a fair ratio of creaminess to grit that makes it a hug in a bowl. To top it off, the soup comes with chargrilled shrimp skewers and popcorn — an unexpected but welcome touch that added an extra crunch. We also tried the fried shrimp tempura, which was juicy, with the breading resembling a fried haddock, but with a more fluffy, airy, and crispy texture.

The surf’n’ turf was stellar, but the Peruvian roasted chicken fell a bit short: We opted forthe surf’n’turf — steak with three chargrilled shrimps on top — with a side of mashed potatoes with gravy and spinach dip. The dish was as pleasing to the palate as it was to the eyes, and to us outperformed the Peruvian roasted chicken, which could have had less time on the barby. Although it was well-spiced, the chicken lost much of its juiciness while cooking.

We were too full for dessert, but were told that the cinnamon rolls and brownies are a hit.

Pro tip: They don't offer delivery, which means you’ll have to make your way to the branch in Garden 8 — and it can get crowded so you’ll have to reserve your spot prior via their Instagram.

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