The best French cuisine restaurants Libreville

One would not expect to find such a house on this side of Libreville. And yet! The decoration skilfully mixes traditional African art and antique furniture from here and elsewhere, found all over the world by the owner Christian. The Gabonese specialities are well reworked, like the excellent sea knife, and the international flavours, often based on fish. A restaurant-gallery where everything is as beautiful to look at as it is good to eat, Idiora does justice to its translation: "I ate well" in Bantu language! Outside terrace.

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.

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.