Top 10 restaurants in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

October 1, 2017 Agatha Simes

Abidjan (French pronunciation: ​[abidʒɑ̃]) is the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire and is one of the most populous French-speaking cities in Africa. According to the 2014 Côte d'Ivoire census, Abidjan's population was 4.7 million, which is 20 percent of the overall population of the country, and this also makes it the fourth most populous city proper in Africa, after Lagos, Cairo and Kinshasa. Considered the cultural crossroads of Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation.
Things to do in Abidjan

1. Le Grand Large

149 Bld de Marseille Zone 4 Bietry | Bietry, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol French, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +225 21 24 21 13
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 191 reviews

Le Grand Large

Reviewed By Christophe M - Paris

Boulevard de Marseillais is not the most glamour street of Abidjan. Le Grand Large atmosphere is not
the warmest. Prices are not the lowest. But this fish and seafood restaurant is a very good restaurant. Marine decor is stylish, service is professional, it's fine cuisine.
I was back in Abidjan after a long time, I had my first dinner Le Grand Large. Lobster and grapefruit salad, grouper steak, fruit soup and white sancerre, it was all good.

2. La Taverne Romaine

Blvd Lagunaire, Le Plateau | A cote de l'Hotel Pullman, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Delivery, Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Pizza, Italian, French, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Lunch +225 20 21 89 51
Excellent
46%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 197 reviews

La Taverne Romaine

Reviewed By Sawmillbloke - Basel, Switzerland

A lot of pre-starters is not always a good idea, but obviously very popular here. Service was well tutored but a massive mistake with a main course made the evening an unfortunate and disappointing experience. Having asked that, on account of the many pre starters laid out and a bottle of pro secco ordered because individual glasses were not possible, our choices for the main course could be slowed down, what appears to have happened was that the courses were cooked, then reheated and served when we indicated that we were ready for them. In the case of a spaghetti vongole this is a really bad mistake. We were not in a hurry, as we kept saying, but we were presented with two inedible dishes as main courses when presumably they would have been fine when served at the time of their choosing rather than ours. A promising start was therefore ruined by the uncomfortsblr knowledge that someone had let the dessicated microwaved dishes go out without stopping them on quality grounds What a pity. Not at all what we were expecting from a bill of nearly 200 euros for two, and without dessert or coffee. Sorry but we are not coming here again, Our next wedding anniversary will have to be somewhere else.

3. Nuit de Saigon

Rue des Jardins, Les Deux Plateaux | Carrefour Attoban, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Delivery Asian, Vietnamese, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night 20414044
Excellent
21%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 154 reviews

Nuit de Saigon

Reviewed By tony12cu - Kuala Lumpur

Although the food is decent, but I was not sure what I got myself into, with dishes from different areas, and executed like a French restaurant.
Although the decor is nice and romantic (set in one of the residential bungalows, the service came with a tad of attitude.

4. Montparnasse

Rue Pierre et Marie Curie | Zone 4, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Italian, French, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +225 21 34 35 01
Excellent
39%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 232 reviews

Montparnasse

Reviewed By Victor_procure - Bucharest, Romania

Great interior and a cozy French atmosphere. Good, balanced menu of fine French dishes and wines. Had the warm camembert with honey and salad, which was very good.

5. CHEZ GEORGES

Rue du Commerce, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards French, Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Late Night HK$196 - HK$487 +225 09 92 85 49
Excellent
32%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 160 reviews

CHEZ GEORGES

Reviewed By Zachary H - Laramie, Wyoming

Chez Georges is an Abidjan institution and has consistently excellent food and service. Though their location in Plateau is a bit inconvenient for dinner, I assure you that it is well worth the trip.
Try their daily specials, including their tender Argentinian beef, which makes frequent appearances.

6. Le Mechoui

Athletic Club, Boulevard de Marseille | Zone 4 - Marcory, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Lunch, Dinner +225 21 24 68 93
Excellent
47%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 158 reviews

Le Mechoui

Reviewed By evelynegomis - Johannesburg

Very popular and reputable "Mom, Pop (and Son)" restaurant. The restaurant is located on a busy road (Boulevard de Marseilles) in the Bietry/Zone 4 neighbourhood. It faces the lagoon opposite the refinery with a great view (further enough to avoid anything potentially unpleasant) The staff is professional and will happily provide assistance choosing special items from the diverse menu of traditional Lebanese delicacies.
You will find the big classics (Mezzes, Kebe Naye, Taboule, Fatoush, Chawarma, Manaish, lemon chicken wings, Lamb kafta etc...). Save space for mint tea and fabulous Deserts!

7. Saakan

Plateau Avenue Chardy | In Front of Aip, On the Way Down From Radio Nostalgie, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible African, International, Contemporary, Healthy Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$78 - HK$235 +225 20 32 13 58
Excellent
46%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 156 reviews

Saakan

Saakan is the second restaurant in Abidjan of young restaurateur couple, Christelle Vougo and Frank Anet (Also owners of Norima)At Saakan, you will discover or rediscover a modern African Cuisine, delighful cocktails, great service in a warm atmosphere.

Reviewed By Sawmillbloke - Basel, Switzerland

This was an excellent experience. Imaginative dishes with new tastes and well cooked and served. A good restaurant to come to for an unusual and modern aspect. Its a good formula.

8. Chez Ambroise

44 Rue F28 | Marcory, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol African, Barbecue Dinner, Late Night +225 05 78 36 00
Excellent
31%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 170 reviews

Chez Ambroise

Reviewed By Sachin R

I definitely recommend going here for the same order that we made, fried dorade, grilled Carpe, alloco and grilled chicken. The sauce tomat and pima is great. Attieke goes with everything!
Not expecting much we took a chance based on their web presence. Definitely not the most Sanitary environment, but the food was extremely gratifying and lost in the taste sensation you'll kind of forget where you are....

9. Marouche

Rue Pierre Et Marie Curie | Zone 4 Next to Pharmacie Pierre Et Marie Curie, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Lebanese, Fast Food, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +225 20 22 06 31
Excellent
30%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 92 reviews

Marouche

Reviewed By 0504Traveller - Kenner, Louisiana

online, everyone had been raving about Marrouche so we decided to check it out. The atmosphere is definitely laid back and the service is good.
We ordered mezzes again - hummus, fattoush, falafel and mouttable. The mouttable and the fattoush were really good while the falafel were ok. Again, the portions were very large.
In addition, the restaurant provided the following items complimentary: bread, pickled veggies, pickled red cabbage, whole cucumber, bell pepper, and tomato as well as complimentary bread.
The food was decent and so was the ambiance.

10. Le Jardin Gourmand

16 Rue Du Docteur Blanchard,Zone 4, Marcory | 16 Rue Du Docteur Blanchard,Zone 4, Marcory, Abidjan 18BP738, Cote d'Ivoire Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff French, European Lunch, Dinner +225 21 25 06 03
Excellent
60%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 73 reviews

Le Jardin Gourmand

Reviewed By lifegoaltraveling

I would love to say that this restaurant is excellent as I went there with a lot of expectations. However, I think the food is just avarage. Yes I admit that atmosphere is very nice and even the service is cool bot I wouldn't say...Moresorry that you found our restaurant only "average"...

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