Le Lagon 1
Restaurant Le Lagon 1
A stilt restaurant over the water founded in 1956, offering pier dining on Route de la Corniche Est with views of Gorée Island.
Founded in 1956 by Michel Calendini, this restaurant is built on stilts over the water along Route de la Corniche Est, facing Gorée Island and Anse Bernard. It is regarded by many locals as the pioneer of fine dining in Dakar. Specializing in French-style seafood, it allows guests to enjoy fish right on the pier. The menu features classic dishes such as bouillabaisse, lobster Thermidor, and sole meunière, alongside an extensive selection of French wines. Service is attentive, but prices are among the highest in the city, with main courses starting around 15,000 CFA francs and an average spend of 20,000–40,000 CFA francs per person. Reservations are recommended during peak hours.
Opening hours
Open daily, meals served around 12:00–22:30 (official website info, may close later on Saturdays; calling to confirm is recommended)
Nearby sights
- Kermel Market
- Place de l'Indépendance
- Presidential Palace, Dakar
- Sandaga Market
- Dakar Cathedral
- Théodore Monod Museum of African Art
- Museum of Black Civilizations
- Grand Théâtre National