Join us on a journey to explore the top local food spots that offer mouthwatering dishes and unforgettable dining experiences.
1. THE JUNCTION RESTAURANT LEKKI
Location: 23 Adebayo Doherty, Lekki Phase 1
The Junction restaurant is a cozy spot for authentic Nigerian meals. It is home to Igbo traditional delicacies in Lekki Phase 1. The aesthetics of this restaurant is minimal, with a touch of ratan decor, the space stands out with its unique ambiance.
Their meals were quite affordable, and a budget of 10k–15k per head should do. If you love the eastern delicacies like Igbo soups and swallow, Nkwobi, Abacha, and fresh palmwine, you should visit this spot.
View the restaurant menu here: THE JUNCTION RESTAURANT MENU
2. TERRA KULTURE
Location: Plot 1376, Tiamiyu Savage, Off Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos
This old gem have been in existence for over a decade. Despite the flux of new restaurants sprouting up in Lagos, they’ve managed to keep their A game and focus mainly on Nigerian delicacies.
The ambience is welcoming and the decor has a rustic theme. They successfully infused African aesthetics into this spot. The chairs and tables in the restaurant are crafted masterpieces made from trees cut down on the land where the restaurant has been located since 2005. See restaurant menu here: TERRA KULTURE RESTAURANT MENU
3. TILAPIA & TINZ
Location: 11 Oduduwa Crescent, Ikeja GRA, Lagos
This African restaurant in Ikeja has diverse Nigerian seafood dishes along with other delicacies. The restaurant has a conducive indoor and outdoor dining area, perfect for a casual date with friends or private dining. It’s worthy to mention that they have branches in Uyo and Portharcourt. view the restaurant menu here: TILAPIA & TINZ MENU
4. NATIVE TRAY
Location: 19 Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1.
This restaurant serves authentic Nigerian traditional food, especially southern delicacies.
Native Tray is a spot in Lekki Phase 1 that offers varieties of Nigerian Traditional meals like Fisherman soup, Banga Soup, Bole, fish, starch and the likes.
The location is quite spacious. They have an outdoor, private dining, and indoor dining area, so you have the option to sit wherever matches your vibe. The restaurant has a rustic contemporary design, and they also have traditional games to keep you company while your food arrives. Their meals were quite affordable, and a budget of 15k–25k per head. You can view the restaurant menu here: NATIVE TRAY MENU
5. OFADA HEAVEN
Location: 62 Adeniran Ogunsanya, Surulere, Lagos
If you’re an Ofada Lover, you should checkout this affordable restaurant in Surulere. The space is beautiful. unlike other local theme restaurants, it lack local aesthetics since they sell mainly local delicacies.
They sell various kinds of Ofada, like;
- Seafood Ofada: This particular meal was a good deal; it had a well-sized snail, enough shrimp, and a satisfying portion of rice and plantains. The seafood Ofada sauce tasted like Ofada but more like a ‘janded’ version, and it didn’t have the local taste.
- Regular Ofada: This was a decent meal and was served with Ofada sauce, assorted meal, kpomo, egg, and plantains.
Both meals are decent, Nothing really spectacular about them. In addition to their signature Ofada Rice, you’ll find a diverse selection of other Nigerian dishes on their menu, so be sure to explore your options. view restaurant menu here: OFADA HEAVEN MENU
So, next time you’re in Lagos, don’t forget to explore these cool spots! From the comfort of Terra Kulture to the flavours of Ofada Heaven, your taste buds are in for a treat. Get ready to indulge in the vibrant food scene of Lagos, one bite at a time! See other articles on Plazzaa for more fun places and things to do in Lagos.
