Littoral Department, Benin Food Guide: 10 African food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Cotonou

December 25, 2019 Alida England

Best African restaurants nearby. Discover the best African food in Cotonou. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for African restaurants near you.. Home to many diplomatic services and the largest population in the country, Cotonou is the de facto capital of Benin, although not the official one. Its location at the crossroads between numerous neighboring countries makes it a commercial hub, instrumental in opening trade to the African interior. From Cotonou travelers may depart for tours of the outlying regions. The nearby stilted village of Ganvie is a short day trip from the bustle of Boulevard St. Michel and the Dan Topka market.
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10. Cafe Cauris Coquillages

Rada Sachs, Cotonou 08 BP 1092 Benin African, International, European Lunch, Dinner [email protected] +229 97 98 01 60 http://Rada-sachs.de
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4 based on 13 reviews

Cafe Cauris Coquillages

Reviewed By Tobias M

The place is in the middle of nowhere and a ride to town costs about 10.000 CFA the rooms are nice and they have a pool, the kitchen is ok, but the whole place has seen better days

9. Le Hublot

Fidjrosse Plage, Route des Peches, Cotonou Benin French, African, Bar, Barbecue, Pub, Gastropub Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner [email protected] +(229)69675555 https://www.facebook.com/Le.Hublot.Benin/
Le Hublot

Located in Cotonou, Le Hublot offers beachfront accommodations 5.1 km from DRC Embassy and has facilities like a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk,

Reviewed By Hans P

Staff ist customer-oriented and friendly. The location close to the beach provides fresh wind from the sea in particular during the hot season. Food is good. Draught beer is offered. Very good place!Thank you very much for your opinion Dear Hans P. We would be very happy to see you again.

8. Le Berlin

Ganhi, Cotonou Benin French, African Dinner Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible http://restaurantberlin.neuraf.com
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3 based on 25 reviews

Le Berlin

Reviewed By jenabaintheworld

We had a team dinner here on the weekend, and the cocktail and buffet dinner were on the back terrace with a lovely view of the lagoon. Food was diverse--- local favorites of Benin and European menu---and decent quality.

7. Chez Maman Benin

Rue 201A, Zongo, Cotonou Benin African Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Seating, Takeout, Reservations, Table Service +229 21 32 33 38
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3 based on 67 reviews

Chez Maman Benin

Reviewed By Jerry277

So the picture tells it all. Home made. The aroma of the food alone is filling before order is delivered

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6. Dream Beach

Zone Censad Behind Erevan Shoppin center, Cotonou Benin European, African, Seafood, Asian Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch Accepts Visa, Takeout, Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Television, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +229 64 53 68 68 http://thedreambeach.com/
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4 based on 28 reviews

Dream Beach

Reviewed By Enrico S

I am married to a beninese lady and I have been going to cotonou from london for a long time. Been to DB few times before. It gets worse instead of getting better. Like this:a) at the door few receptionists talk between themselves and hardly say good morningb) there is a hand sanitiser dispenser that dispenses nothing, being empty. we went twice in 4 days. still emptyc) the pool's water wasn't blue. it was green. thinking of swimming there or having kids swimming there it takes gutsd) the beach side is ok. service is almost non existant, in tipycal beninese style. if you venture into any restaurant you do it at your peril. clients are seen as a nuisance and service will portray such a behavioure) finally having drawn the waiter's attention a guy comes to us with two menus. we ask for one thing on it. they dont have. a second. dont have. a third. nada. we ask for coffee. not sure they have it either. we tell him, in french and fon to maybe ask the kitchen WHAT they do have so to avoid having to go through the whole menu. yes he says, i will come back. after 10' another young waitress cones our merry way. can i take your order she says??in the end we went for a coffee, found, and two portions of french fries. fries were served with no ketchup!! cause they dont have ketchup!we decided to let go and let god.we then paid, a lot for such a horrible establishment, and left.by then the pool wasn't green any more but some sort of maroon, with kids in it. oblivious to the impending death soon to hit them.and this is one of the top spots in cotonu. i leave to your imagination the rest.SYAY AWAY. mr talon, the new president wants to revamp benin's tourist industry.ahahahaha sure. good luck!Hello sir,First of all, we would like to extend to you and your family our best wishes for the year 2017.On behalf of all the management of Dream Beach, I thank you for taking the trouble to draw our attention to this unfortunate experience.We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused, and we would like to assure you that we take the well-being and satisfaction of each of our customers to heart. We are now enrolled in a process of improvement which brings us to close on January 22nd for an indefinite period. Your remarks will be taken into account in order to make you forget your last visit.We humbly invite you to return to see us during your next stay in Cotonou so that you can see the fruit of the efforts made.We sincerely apologize once again Sir.Looking forward to seeing you soon

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5. Les Nouveaux Alizes

Old Fishing Road Fidjrosse Jacquot Beach, Cotonou Benin African, Pizza, Seafood, Barbecue, Asian Dinner Reservations [email protected] +229 95 61 07 20 http://www.nouveaux-alizes.com/
Les Nouveaux Alizes

Reviewed By brooksette

Si vous voulez vous exfiltrer de l agitation Béninoise…..c est "thé place to be"Endroit délicieux ou il fait bon y passer une journée,sable très propre,paillotes,transats,bonne musique…..plats excellents(gambas grillées),d une grande fraîcheur,très copieux,à un prix très doux….Ambiance trés conviviale,accueil chaleureux….Aire de jeux également pour les boutchous,un peu à l écartQue dire…….Continuez ainsi,nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir

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4. L'Imprevu

Rue des Hindous, Cotonou Benin French, African, European, Thai, Central European Breakfast, Dinner, Drinks, Lunch Reservations, Buffet, Street Parking, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Table Service, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol [email protected] +229 66 97 40 40 http://www.limprevubenin.com
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4 based on 43 reviews

L'Imprevu

a charming restaurant with international cooking and very professionals waiters. Our engagement is to satisfaiy our customers, to give the best that this country can do. Benin is a wonderful country and cotonou a charming town. come and visit us, yo'll be

Reviewed By Olubilly

Beautiful ambience....courteous staff....very warm manager and excellent food makes your stay in Cotonou memorable.The room is simple but very decent and clean.Ideal for a quiet getaway!Hi thank you! We wait to see you next time in cotonou

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3. Pili Pili

Carre 342 quartier Zongo, Cotonou Benin African Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible +229 21 31 29 32
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4 based on 83 reviews

Pili Pili

Reviewed By Hojijones

If you go alone and not have anyone to chat with, you could be frustrated with the long wait. I visited with my husband and we kept ourselves busy with a game of cards. That being said, food was very good and fresh, so no regrets. We ordered the pili pili chicken and fish...so yummy

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2. Maquis du Port

Rue du Port, Cotonou Benin African Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Full Bar https://www.facebook.com/pages/Maquis-Du-Port/167294570016428
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3 based on 151 reviews

Maquis du Port

Reviewed By Masrawy_Mtl

I went to this restaurant several times to have dinner. The food has been always very good especially their fish. The service is good, but the location is not nice as it is located very close to the port in a dark area so make sure you go there by car

Littoral Department, Benin Food Guide: 6 Seafood food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Cotonou

1. Jaaba - Grill & Bar

2356 Rue, Cotonou Benin African, International, Barbecue, European, Wine Bar Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Table Service, Takeout, Seating, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Drive Thru, Dog Friendly [email protected] +229 66 00 80 60 http://web.facebook.com/jaabagrill/
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5 based on 24 reviews

Jaaba - Grill & Bar

The Jaaba Bar & Grill Bar is a culinary venture of a few friends who share tremendous passion for food and entrepreneurship. With an advantage of strong culinary background, perfecting recipes, creating menus. We have provided a cosy and casual setting wi

Reviewed By jessica t

Very nice atmosphere, good food and great cocktails. Do try the tuna brochettes, simply delicious, and get tipsy with their super well done bloody mary!Thank you very much! We are pleased that you enjoy your times with us and are hoping to continue satisfying you. See you soon!

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