Restaurants cuisine du monde Pointe Noire

A small bar for aperitifs, two small wood-panelled rooms with a deliciously retro decor for dining... and it's all there: a fine menu of traditional French cuisine featuring quail, duck breast, foie gras, frogs' legs and sole with almonds. Another house specialty: papaya gratin, a true delight. Add to this delight an attractive wine list and the kindness of the owners. L'Arbalète deserves its reputation as one of Pointe-Noire's finest restaurants, without breaking the bank.

Hidden behind the wall of a large plot with a small cactus garden, lit up at night by original illuminated furniture and armchairs, La Perla is divided into two areas linked by a large modern bar: on the lounge side, where bands perform at weekends, for aperitifs or after-dinner drinks, and on the restaurant side, very bright, with pleasantly laid tables. Classic Franco-international cuisine, with no great surprises, even if it remains fresh and well-prepared. There's also a clubhouse, much appreciated by the locals.

Once through the gates of this tropical garden facing the Atlantic, you enter an environment blending African and Indonesian styles. La Pyramide was one of the first establishments to be set up on the wild coast, which explains the height of the coconut palms. A cosmopolitan clientele shares an international cuisine based on grilled meats and fish, and an ever-changing menu at reasonable prices. For the more sporty, Patrick, the owner, will be delighted to introduce you to surfing.

Here, the food is simple, good and very affordable: the menu ranges from mixed salads to omelettes, from burgers and pizzas to more elaborate grilled dishes. Whether you choose the terrace, the (very) air-conditioned dining room or the central bar, which is as convivial as a hut in the middle of the bush, you'll come across a motley crew of expatriates in transit and Congolese enthusiasts. You're unlikely to dine in without making new friends, and it may just change the way you look at the city. An address not to be missed.

A must for anyone wanting to sample local cuisine, Gaspard is an institution. From braised meats to brochettes and bushmeat broths, the menu offers a wide choice. The restaurant is very popular with locals and foreigners alike, so don't arrive too late if you want to choose the most popular dishes: braised fish, grilled sole or liboké. There's still some excellent saka saka left. During the day, customers sit in the closed, air-conditioned dining room, while in the evening, the terrace is packed. Pleasant service.

A restaurant dedicated to African cuisine in the broadest sense of the word, it features all the flavors of the continent in two air-conditioned dining rooms, which can be discovered in its all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. But La Source owes its reputation above all to the quality of its Ethiopian cuisine: you can eatgoret goret (lightly spiced shrimps) and other meats served on a heated stone, all accompanied by traditional ingera (Ethiopian pancake that replaces bread). Friendly welcome and efficient service.

There is a boats that offers 5 or 6 day dishes, classic grilled fish or fish, but also chicken/beans. It is fresh, good, at competitive prices in downtown: a lunch for the price of an espresso.

The restaurant on the beach and on the stilts of this area created on a landscaped mangrove. You can access it by a pontoon by entering the Mazra Club or by the beach, at the fresh fish menu grill.

In the heart of an exceptional setting, the restaurant invites you to take a gustatory journey through tasty European, Congolese and Indian cuisine. On the first floor, overlooking the swimming pool, the restaurant offers a tempting menu of salads, pastas, grills, pizzas, daily specials and carpaccios. On the second floor, your taste buds will be tantalized by the spicy flavors of India. Romantic ambience at sunset. Children's pool and games.

With its feet in the sand, La Brasserie de la Mer has been a Pointe-Noire institution since 2009! Run by Pascal, a bon vivant from Toulon with over 50 years' cooking experience behind him, this relaxing beach hut is the perfect place to enjoy the freshest seafood. You can even choose your own lobster to grill in the fish tank! It's also a lively place, with pétanque afternoons, karaoke, entertainment and soccer and rugby matches. Games and a small swimming pool for children. A very convivial place.

This is Pointe-Noire's trendy new spot, attracting a cosmopolitan clientele who come to enjoy bistro cuisine with an African twist. Try the frog legs, stuffed crab, duck breast with Congolese honey or beef steak with one of the house sauces. The friendly owners, Laurence and Pierre-Yves, take great care of their customers, and are always ready to say hello. From djembé classes to concerts, they have plenty of ideas to make this establishment an institution.

Set on the beach on the wild coast, this local restaurant offers a superb, relaxing setting, to the rhythm of the waves crashing on the sand. Meat or fish, grilled dishes are the house specialty. From sea bass and beef kebabs to barbecued lobster, get ready to lick your lips! The menu also includes tapas, pizzas and gourmet salads. Enjoy breakfast with your feet in the sand, or sip delicious house cocktails as the sun sets. Concerts enliven the place. A charming address.

Both a restaurant and a lounge bar, this establishment is appreciated by Congolese and expatriates alike for its local specialties, served generously. The menu, which changes according to new arrivals, features some mouth-watering dishes and well-prepared grills, accompanied by fresh vegetables or rice. You'll also love the excellent house cocktails, served on high stools on the outdoor terrace or indoors in the air-conditioned dining room. Concerts and soccer match evenings are regularly organized. Atmosphere guaranteed!

This Franco-Congolese restaurant specializes in seafood, with excellent fish and well-prepared gambas, accompanied by Congolese dishes: saka-saka, a local specialty, is very good, as is sorrel, which goes well with seafood. Please note that fish is sold by weight, so beware of surprises on the bill. The restaurant features a bar, a straw hut and an indoor dining room. The setting is pleasant and the welcome warm. However, service can be slow, so don't be in a hurry.

At first, it was a simple container on the side of the road. This is how many restaurants and ngandas start out in the Congo. Then the establishment gradually grew: a tiled terrace, adjoining dining room and second terrace. Today, it's a restaurant with a classic menu: chicken, meatballs, broths, fish... Home-cooked dishes are served in generous quantities for a modest sum. The welcome is friendly, but service can sometimes be late, so don't be in a hurry.

This Asian restaurant will delight vegans and should not displease carnivores, who will discover new flavors in their mouths. From summer rolls to fried noodles, eggplant tofu and vegan steak, all ingredients are carefully selected to offer customers healthy, tasty cuisine. The setting is pleasant and well thought-out, both inside and out. Ideal for lunchtime, if you want to eat light and something other than Congolese. The cakes are good. The team is particularly smiling.

Only a small sign on the street indicates this nganda. Located in an inner courtyard, away from the hustle and bustle of the big market, it consists mainly of a large straw hut. Senegalese-Congolese cuisine, with hearty dishes such as tiep, mafé and chicken yassa. To quench your thirst, bissap and ginger juices are recommended. A warm welcome and a very local atmosphere make this the place to be for local workers. Perfect for an affordable lunch. Remember to arrive early, as the restaurant is very popular.

As its name suggests, this restaurant is 100% Italian. The specialty: pasta, of course, but also tiramisu and panna cotta... As in Italy, the plates are copious! The suggestion menu changes regularly, and some Italian and Portuguese wines are available. The restaurant is a little hidden away, close to the station. The setting is not ostentatious, but pleasant, and the service is very good. On-site store to stock up on sausages and cheeses.

Hosted by Pascale and Olivier, this is a place where you'll feel right at home, with tennis, padel and pétanque courts, as well as a quiet swimming pool and adjoining bar. In the kitchen, Pascale works hard every day to offer refined French cuisine at affordable prices, not forgetting local specialities and homemade ice creams. A tapas menu is available all day long. Events take place regularly at Derrick, including jazz concerts. A must in Pointe-Noire!