In short: for African food, L'Odika (Rue Yvonne Tchicot) is the most reviewed place in our list. On the seafront, Eat Vite serves Lebanese food until 11:35 PM. In Owendo, Blé Doré offers bread, coffee and pizza for 2,000 to 12,000 XAF per person. At the most upscale places, plan over 20,000 XAF.
The places below were checked on Google Maps on 11 November 2026: type of cuisine, price range reported by customers, rating and number of reviews. This information changes quickly in Libreville: call before you go, especially in the evening and on Sundays.
01Gabonese dishes to try
Gabonese cooking is built on fish, cassava and palm nut sauce. A few dishes to order at least once:
- Chicken or fish nyembwe, cooked in palm nut sauce.
- Braised fish, served with cassava sticks (bâton de manioc) or plantain.
- Atanga (safou), a fruit eaten warm, often in the rainy season.
Small local maquis and neighbourhood restaurants are often the best places to try them. For a first time, L'Odika in Libreville is a well-reviewed African restaurant.
02In Owendo, near SETRAG station
Owendo has few restaurants, but the essentials are a few minutes from our studios, across from EPC school. For shops and other local landmarks, see our Owendo guide.
| Place | Cuisine | Budget per person | Google rating | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blé Doré Boulevard de l'Indépendance, Owendo | Bakery, café, pizzeria | 2,000 to 12,000 XAF | 4.0/5 (341 reviews) | Bread and pastries in the morning, pizzas and dishes later. 8 to 10 minutes by car from our studios. |
| Foyer du Marin Owendo | Hotel, restaurant, bar, pizzeria | not listed | 3.5/5 (372 reviews) | Restaurant and bar with a pool, Sunday buffet. 10 to 15 minutes by car from our studios. |
| Le Mc Owendois Owendo (8FPM+G2J) | Pizzeria, fast food | not listed | 3.4/5 (70 reviews) | Eat in, takeaway or delivery, until 11 PM. |
| Hôtel Les 9 Provinces Owendo | Hotel restaurant | not listed | 3.4/5 (126 reviews) | Listed as open 24/7: handy for a late arrival or a night train. |
03In Libreville, city centre and seafront
Libreville has the widest choice, from neighbourhood spots to fine dining. From Owendo, allow about thirty minutes by car outside rush hour.
| Place | Cuisine | Budget per person | Google rating | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Odika Rue Yvonne Tchicot, Libreville | African cuisine | not listed | 4.1/5 (352 reviews) | The most reviewed African restaurant in our list. |
| Chez Dédé Avenue des Bantus, Libreville | Restaurant | over 20,000 XAF | 4.6/5 (104 reviews) | Among the best rated in our list. Open until 11:30 PM. |
| Le Diwa Rue Ange M'ba, Libreville | Restaurant | over 20,000 XAF | 4.5/5 (82 reviews) | A polished address, best for dinner. |
| Idiora Restaurant-Bar Libreville (CC4P+676) | Restaurant and bar | not listed | 4.2/5 (119 reviews) | Restaurant and bar open until 11 PM. |
| Eat Vite bord de mer Bord de mer, à 300 m après l'hôtel Radisson, Libreville | Lebanese cuisine | not listed | 4.2/5 (389 reviews) | Eat in, takeaway or delivery, until 11:35 PM. |
| Le Phare du Large Libreville | Restaurant | over 20,000 XAF | 4.1/5 (216 reviews) | Eat in or delivery, until 11:30 PM. |
| Beach-Club Libreville | French cuisine | over 20,000 XAF | 3.9/5 (688 reviews) | The most reviewed address in our list (688 reviews). |
| Restaurant Nouveau Petit Chalut Libreville | Fish and seafood | not listed | 3.7/5 (159 reviews) | For fish and seafood, until 11 PM. |
| Le 5e Bar Grillades Mindoubé 2, en face du CES, Libreville | Grilled food | 1 to 10,000 XAF | 4.6/5 (24 reviews) | Budget grilled food, until 10 PM. |
04In Akanda, north of the city
Akanda, a residential area near the airport, has a few good places, including one right across from our apartment.
| Place | Cuisine | Budget per person | Google rating | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Le Chef Omiel Akanda | Fine dining | not listed | 4.3/5 (90 reviews) | Eat in, takeaway or delivery, until 11 PM. |
| Sushi Bar Akanda Akanda (F9XV+6J2) | Japanese cuisine | 8,000 to 16,000 XAF | 4.6/5 (16 reviews) | Sushi to eat in or take away, until 10:30 PM. |
| Ô Poulet Mayo Marseille 2, Avorbam, Akanda | Grilled food | 2,000 to 4,000 XAF | 4.9/5 (24 reviews) | The cheapest meal in our list, and very well rated. |
| Le Grand Lounge Angondjé, face à la Cité Marocaine | Lounge bar | not listed | 4.4/5 (5 reviews) | Right across from Résidence Grace, home of our Akanda apartment. Opens at 6 PM. |
05Budget and practical tips
- Small budget: grills and chicken from 2,000 to 4,000 XAF (Ô Poulet Mayo), up to 10,000 XAF at Le 5e Bar Grillades.
- Mid-range: bakery, pizza and sushi between 2,000 and 16,000 XAF per person.
- Upscale: over 20,000 XAF per person at Chez Dédé, Le Diwa, Le Phare du Large or Beach-Club.
- Delivery: several places deliver, including Le Mc Owendois, Eat Vite, Le Phare du Large and Le Chef Omiel. Our stays all have an equipped kitchen if you prefer to cook.
- Getting around at night: use a Gozem taxi, with the price known in advance. See our airport guide for fares.
06Where to stay
All our stays have an equipped kitchen: handy to mix restaurants and meals at home. In Owendo, three studios and an apartment five minutes from SETRAG station. In Akanda, a two-bedroom apartment across from Le Grand Lounge.
07Frequently asked questions
Where can I eat Gabonese food in Libreville?
L'Odika, on Rue Yvonne Tchicot, is the most reviewed African restaurant in our list (4.1/5 from 352 Google reviews in November 2026). Small neighbourhood maquis also serve braised fish and nyembwe.
How much does a restaurant meal cost in Libreville?
Based on customer price ranges on Google, plan 2,000 to 4,000 XAF for grilled food, 2,000 to 16,000 XAF at a bakery, pizzeria or sushi bar, and over 20,000 XAF per person at the most upscale restaurants.
Where can I eat in Owendo, near SETRAG station?
Blé Doré (bakery, café, pizzeria) and Foyer du Marin (restaurant and bar with a pool) are 8 to 15 minutes by car from our studios. Le Mc Owendois delivers until 11 PM, and the Hôtel Les 9 Provinces restaurant is listed as open 24/7.
Where can I eat in Akanda?
Le Chef Omiel for fine dining, Sushi Bar Akanda for Japanese food, and Ô Poulet Mayo in Avorbam for grilled food at 2,000 to 4,000 XAF. Le Grand Lounge, a lounge bar, is across from Cité Marocaine.
Which restaurants stay open late in Libreville?
According to Google Maps in November 2026, Eat Vite bord de mer closes at 11:35 PM, Chez Dédé and Le Phare du Large at 11:30 PM. In Owendo, Hôtel Les 9 Provinces is listed as open 24/7. Check opening hours before you go.
Which dishes should I try in Gabon?
Chicken or fish nyembwe in palm nut sauce, braised fish with cassava sticks or plantain, and atanga, a fruit eaten warm.
Sources: Google Maps listings of each place (category, price range, rating, number of reviews, address and opening hours), checked on 11 November 2026. Ratings and hours change: check before you go.