An open-air cluster of grills and frying pans on Rue Washington where fried plantain, charcoal fish and grilled chicken are cooked to order at competing stands. Diners choose a stand, order at the grill and eat at plastic tables.
Allocodrome de Cocody is an open-air cluster of grills and frying pans on Rue Washington, the classic cheap-eating address of the Cocody district and one of the better-known allocodromes in Abidjan. The format is street food rather than restaurant dining: a row of competing stands each fries alloco (sweet plantain), grills poisson braisé and chicken with attiéké, and diners choose a stand by eye or reputation before ordering directly at the grill. Seating is on plastic chairs and tables set up alongside the stands, with a loud, communal atmosphere driven by the crowd rather than any single vendor's décor. Trade runs through the afternoon and into the night, picking up as office hours end and continuing as a late-evening social spot for a mixed local crowd. Prices are the lowest of any format covered in this guide, from roughly 2,000 to 5,000 XOF per person, making it an accessible way to try Ivorian grilled and fried street food without committing to a sit-down restaurant. No reservations exist at this kind of venue; arriving and picking an open stand is the only approach.
| Price | 2,000–5,000 XOF / USD 3.51–8.77 per person |
|---|---|
| Hours | Trade runs through the afternoon and into the night |
| Reservations | No reservations; diners pick a stand and order at the grill |
| Address | Rue Washington, Cocody, Abidjan |
Signature dishes
- Alloco
- Poisson braisé
- Grilled chicken with attiéké
Good to know
- Known for
- An open-air cluster of charcoal grills and alloco pans, the classic cheap-eating address of Cocody
Location
Rue Washington, Cocody, Abidjan
5.3380, -3.9996 View on map
Highlights
- Classic open-air allocodrome, one of the best-known in Cocody
- Alloco, poisson braisé and grilled chicken cooked to order at competing stands
- Among the cheapest dining formats covered in this guide, from 2,000 XOF
- Busiest from late afternoon into the evening as a social gathering spot
Tips for visiting
- No reservations exist; simply choose an open stand and order at the grill
- Visit in the evening for the busiest, most social atmosphere
- Cash in small denominations is standard for street-food stands
- Ask a stand what is freshest before ordering fish
- Bring insect repellent for evening visits, as with most open-air venues
Accessibility
The venue is an open-air street setting with uneven ground typical of an outdoor market cluster; there are no formal wheelchair facilities.
Frequently asked questions
What is an allocodrome?
It is an open-air cluster of street-food stands centred on fried plantain (alloco), grilled fish and chicken, common across Abidjan.
Do you need a reservation at Allocodrome de Cocody?
No, diners simply choose an open stand and order directly at the grill.
How much does a meal cost at Allocodrome de Cocody?
Around 2,000 to 5,000 XOF per person, among the cheapest options in the city.
Where is Allocodrome de Cocody located?
On Rue Washington in Cocody.