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Al Wady Restaurant

  • CuisineLebanese
  • CategoryLebanese
  • VibeFamily-friendly, warm, unhurried
  • Rating★ 4.2
  • Price$$

Al Wady Restaurant serves the Zone 4 neighborhood of Marcory, an area with a notable concentration of Lebanese-Ivorian residents and businesses, with a menu of grilled meats and fresh mezze that draws steady custom throughout the day. Grilled kafta, fattoush salad, and a mixed grill platter combining chicken, beef, and lamb are the most ordered dishes, prepared with the herb-forward, char-grilled style typical of Lebanese cooking.

A Lebanese restaurant in Zone 4, Marcory, known for its grilled meats and fresh mezze, popular with the neighborhood's Lebanese-Ivorian residents and diners seeking an alternative to Ivorian grill fare.

Al Wady Restaurant serves the Zone 4 neighborhood of Marcory, an area with a notable concentration of Lebanese-Ivorian residents and businesses, with a menu of grilled meats and fresh mezze that draws steady custom throughout the day. Grilled kafta, fattoush salad, and a mixed grill platter combining chicken, beef, and lamb are the most ordered dishes, prepared with the herb-forward, char-grilled style typical of Lebanese cooking. The dining room is comfortable and family-oriented, and the restaurant operates long hours, from late morning until midnight, making it useful for both lunch and a late dinner. Prices are moderate, with a full meal typically 5,000-11,000 XOF. It provides a genuine alternative within Zone 4 to the area's many maquis and lounges, appealing to diners wanting fresh salads and grilled meats without the smokier maquis atmosphere. Reservations are generally only needed for larger parties. Its Zone 4 location places it within easy reach of the district's other restaurants, useful for those wanting to sample Lebanese food alongside Ivorian options in one evening.

Practical information for Al Wady Restaurant · Last updated August 2026
Price $$
Hours Daily 11AM-midnight
Reservations Only for large groups
Address Zone 4, Marcory, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Signature dishes

  • Grilled kafta
  • Fattoush salad
  • Mixed grill platter

Good to know

Known for
Lebanese; known for grilled kafta

Location

Zone 4, Marcory, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

5.2895, -3.9965 View on map

Highlights

  • Serves Zone 4's Lebanese-Ivorian community with authentic grilled dishes
  • Fresh mezze and fattoush salad alongside grilled meats
  • Long hours from late morning to midnight
  • Family-friendly alternative to the area's maquis and lounges

Tips for visiting

  • Order the mixed grill platter to sample several meats at once
  • The fattoush salad is a good lighter option alongside the grills
  • Reservations are only needed for larger groups
  • Useful for a late dinner given its hours extend to midnight

When to visit

Dinner is the most popular time, though the long hours make it flexible for a late meal as well.

Accessibility

The restaurant is at street level in Zone 4 with generally flat, easy access.

Frequently asked questions

What is Al Wady known for?

Grilled kafta, fattoush salad, and a mixed grill platter, serving Zone 4's Lebanese-Ivorian community and wider public.

Is it family-friendly?

Yes, the dining room is comfortable and geared toward families as well as groups.

How much does a meal cost?

A full meal is typically 5,000-11,000 XOF (about USD 8.74-19.23).

What are the hours?

Daily from 11AM until midnight, useful for both lunch and a late dinner.