The best French cuisine restaurants Gabon

Now run by Christina, Club SOGARA's bar-restaurant has declined in quality and numbers since the departure of David, a Franco-Gabonese who had put together a versatile team. On the edge of a pristine beach, it still offers an enchanting setting for a drink with your feet in the sand. Unfortunately, when it comes to food, the menu is often lacking. The menu changes regularly, combining African and European cuisine. Good wood-fired pizzas. Children's playground, tennis courts and petanque area.

Housed in one of the small wooden houses on the seafront, La Voile Rouge boasts an enviable setting with tables overlooking the sea, extendedbyan outdoor space with feet in the sand. The menu ranges from tapas to salads, from fish to meat, and from wood-fired pizzas to pasta and risottos. Save room for desserts, including crêpes and chocolate mousse. There's also a cocktail bar, pool table, live music and beautiful sunsets. Service a little slow when busy, however.

A table of local and European cuisine, renowned in Libreville. Gabonese specialities.

Opened since 2013 after major renovations, this restaurant is one of the references of the whole of Libreville. Charmel, a humble chef, is the very incarnation of generous cuisine, Bistronomy with a capital B. All the products are meticulously chosen and are found in a well-stocked plate. A French and Mediterranean cuisine of quality: perfect for a business meal, in love or to crown a stay in Libreville. From its perched location, you have a beautiful view of the sea. Warm and professional welcome.

This is one of the best places in Moanda to enjoy fine European and African cuisine, in a peaceful setting. You can enjoy bushmeat and grilled fish in the air-conditioned dining room or on the sheltered terrace. The establishment also offers air-conditioned rooms and comfortable, furnished studios that offer peace and serenity. Upstairs, room 7, with separate toilet and bathroom, is pleasant and bright. Our efficient staff will give you a warm welcome and a smile.

Not far from Port-Gentil, this "feet in the water" restaurant lives up to its reputation as the best in the area. In an enchanting setting, prepare to delight your taste buds with delicious carpaccios, freshly caught braised fish or meats well prepared by an experienced Gabonese chef. Generous, well-presented plates. Beautiful panoramic terrace overlooking the ocean, where you can sip a good house cocktail. A very nice address!

Formerly located at the beginning of Montée de Louis, this famous Libreville address has moved a few streets perpendicular to its former site. The setting is much more chic and elegant, with its leafy wooden terrace and small air-conditioned dining room. However, the menu has not aged since the establishment was founded in 1989, and is still predominantly African and Creole. Odika lives up to its reputation: simple and good. The speciality? Chicken à l'odika, but you can just as easily come for anything else. Professional service.

The Beach Club offers a wide range of food and beverage options in a leisure activity area (soccer, paddle, basketball, tennis...). On weekdays, it's relatively quiet, with lunch or dinner served by the beautiful pool or in an air-conditioned room in a chic, relaxed atmosphere. From Friday onwards, the pace quickens, with a mixed grill evening (lobster, grilled prawns...) with live band. On Sundays, a poolside brunch is followed by a large buffet. The Beach Club remains a must for major events, and is often privatized.

This stilted restaurant, round like an African hut, is accessed via a pontoon preceded by a pleasant garden. But the most fabulous part of Colins is undoubtedly its terrace overlooking the marina, where you can see the fish leaping merrily about with a view of the sea. We come to the Colins for a drink - with a fine cocktail menu - which is easily preceded or extended by lunch or dinner. Not great cuisine, but everything on the menu is simple and good. Also delicious crêpes.