While the infamous French queen may not have grasped the struggles of the poor, she intuitively understood one life-affirming truth - that chocolate cake possesses a restorative power like no other. Over the years, the meaning of pure joy has become muddled with convoluted notions like fulfillment and self-actualisation (Blekh! All fluff). But the simple pleasures in life have always guided us truer than any philosophical musings ever could. Chief among these pleasures lies chocolate cake. In these trying times, when each day brings new anxieties, chocolate cake is the relief we all seek. And for this reason, and this reason alone, we say, "Let them eat cake!" and direct you to the finest spots in town for your much-needed cake fix.

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Dukes

Branches all over Egypt

Cakes fit for royalty (with a certain peerage in mind), Dukes is a classic dessert destination. From a traditional slice to signature chocolate dirt cakes and everything in between, you can't go wrong with Dukes.

Dukes is also available for instant delivery on the Botit app.

Nola

Branches all over Egypt

Coming as a shock to pretty much no one (and a delight to everyone), chocolate is abundant at Nola. But that chocolate croquant cake? Uh... we're melting.

And yes, you can also snatch up a slice on the Botit app.

Thomas Patisserie

Branches all over Cairo

The self-proclaimed king of the patisseries, Thomas' classic chocolate cake evokes feelings reminiscent of a post-family dinner dessert on a Friday night - familiar and yet oh-so good.

Brunch & Cake

Lake House The Club, New Cairo

Best believe Brunch & Cake delivers (metaphorically) when it comes to... you guessed it, cake.

Cake Cafe

Branches all over Cairo

Fudgy, filled with chocolatey goodness, and drizzled with a lil' bit of sauce, Cake Cafe's chocolate cake simply whisks you away to a state of (literally) sweet bliss.

Tortina

Branches all over Cairo

Aptly named 'Charisma,' Tortina's signature chocolate cake has us truly falling in love - and not just for its looks - the inside is just as beautiful.

Beymen Cafe

The Four Seasons, Cairo

Leisurely atmosphere, chic decor, and Four Seasons hospitality - what more can we ask for? Well, actually... great chocolate cake, and they proudly provide that as well.

Ladurée

Waterway, New Cairo & Arkan Plaza, Sheikh Zayed

As French as French can get, Ladurée's cakes are truly of this (Egyptian) world. And while we are aware that this is a chocolate cake guide - one can't help but also recommend a slice of their lemon cakes.

The Batter Half & Co.

Branches all over Cairo

Perhaps known more for their extravagantly innovative customized cakes, The Batter Half knows how to take things back to basics with their classic chocolate cakes.