Where to eat African food in Abuja: The Best Restaurants and Bars

November 3, 2019 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Find out what African restaurants to try in Abuja. Strategically located at the crossroads of Nigeria's ethnic and religious groups, Abuja is home to the country's Presidential Branch, National Assembly and Supreme Court. The impressive Aso Rock rises majestically over the city's central government district. The diverse architecture of the city is reflected in notable sites like the National Mosque, the National Christian Centre and the National Stadium. Daily markets throughout the city offer everything from pottery to local fruits and breads.
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10. Saba Ethiopian Restaurant

Ibrahim Babangida Way, Abuja 900271 Nigeria Ethiopian, African Lunch, Dinner Seating, Reservations +234 706 252 8952
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4 based on 20 reviews

Saba Ethiopian Restaurant

Reviewed By Mohanedmk

Visited the place with a couple of friends, and we were really impressed with the variety of food and the taste..We had the mix platter of mostly chicken and meat cooked with different delicious flavours..The restaurant was clean, neat and pretty much well maintained, although being inside the Amusement park was a negative point for it (business wise)..One thing that I felt was not Ok, is one of the Chicken dishes.. I thought it was not fresh out of all honesty.. I don't know why, but I do cook Ethiopian dishes myself and I know what is it like... I mean anyone a bit of food consciousness would probably not disagree with me.. anyways, maybe it was just that day since other people really liked it..One more thing, we felt the quantity of the food was a bit small, compared to Ethiopian restaurants in other countries..Service is nice, we were well attended to (although it was only 3 of us at that time)..Over all great experience, yes I would go back again, and I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to give it a try..Enjoy your meal :) !!...

9. Iya Oyo

112 Idris Gidado Street Wuye, Abuja 905102 Nigeria African Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch Takeout, Seating +234 806 335 9949
Iya Oyo

Buka restaurant, we serve all kinds of foods, we accept cash only, no delivery service. Please come down and make your order.

Reviewed By portly_monk

Iya Oyo is what it is. It makes no pretensions to be anything but a bukka serving up great tasting local delicacies. Amala, pounded yam, rice, beans assorted meat, cold sodas..... You just can't go wrong. Great parking and a decent dinning area add a degree of comfort..... Though not so much that you forget where you came.

8. Biobak Restaurant

Nkwere Street, Abuja 905102 Nigeria African, International Breakfast, Lunch Seating, Takeout, Television +234 805 743 6364
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3 based on 64 reviews

Biobak Restaurant

Reviewed By MimmyS

Even though one has to load his pockets before going to Biobak restaurant, it's one of the most go restaurants in abuja. They have different delicious cuisines the will leave you salivating. I love their fish sours that even if I'm gonna eat fried rice, I still go for the fish sours. Apart from cooked food, they also have raw and local foods that are out of immediate reach that you will like to buy and take home to prepare, and also roasted foods like bole and yam with peppered stew all from biobak but outside.

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7. spice platter

No 18 Libreville Crescent Off Aminu Kano Crescent Wuse 2, Abuja 905102 Nigeria African, International, Thai, Soups Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Takeout, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +234 817 930 0481
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4 based on 49 reviews

spice platter

Reviewed By jemimahnaa

This restaurant is basically an extension of the Thought Pyramid Art Center. Its right beside it in the same compound. It was nice to finish an exhibition viewing and have somewhere to eat.The waiter was courteous and attentive. Food prep time is 20-45mins depending on your order but you get 4 free med sized tasty puff-puffs while waiting. The food portion is decent. The restaurant has a lovely ambience, decor and music playlist but its pricey.

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6. Chez Victor

Maitama Ave., Abuja 900221 Nigeria European, French, African Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +234 815 519 0829
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4 based on 44 reviews

Chez Victor

Reviewed By keefyisback

in this oasis run by Togolese Victor, staffed by polite discrete and well trained staff you can find amongst the best food in Abuja. the acid test for me is lamb which often in Nigeria is really goat or cooked so badly it may as well be. The roast lamb I had with a vegetable and rice mix (where the veg was al dente and not soggy) was tasty and tender with a succulent sauce. The wine list looked reasonable tho' we didnt drink wine that evening, as did the desert menu. i will go back and sample a wider range of the menu next time I make Abuja.

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5. Argungu

Jabi Water Front, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja 905102 Nigeria Seafood, African Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Delivery, Takeout [email protected] +234 811 055 1795 http://argunguabuja.com/en/
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4 based on 42 reviews

Argungu

Argungu is fine restaurant, situated by the Jabi Water front, at the Jabi Lake Mall. We offer a variety of sea food dishes

Reviewed By Meenahj10

Argungu is a seafood themed restaurant set in front of jabi lake. It had an amazing view and the food is great too. The restaurant is great definitely value for money. I would recommend getting the mixed grilled seafood and the dynamite prawns

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4. The Charcoal Grill Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

112 Aminu Kano Crescent, Opposite Globacom, Wuse II, Abuja Nigeria African, International, Grill Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Full Bar, Table Service, Serves Alcohol +234 818 111 6161 http://www.facebook.com/CharcoalGrillRestaurant
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4 based on 109 reviews

The Charcoal Grill Restaurant & Coffee Lounge

Reviewed By 1onechance

It's an affordable option in the center of town. Decent sized portions that caters to a more Nigerian pallets. The prices are good, decor is basic. The biggest issue with space is the plaza that the restaurant is in. No parking, grungy staircase makes it less appealing than it souks be.

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3. Bukka Restaurant

1 Aguiyi Ironsi St. Transcorp Hilton, Maitama, Abuja 900271 Nigeria African, Contemporary, International, Middle Eastern Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner Seating, Buffet, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Reservations, Private Dining, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +234 9 461 3003 http://www.abuja.hilton.com
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4 based on 96 reviews

Bukka Restaurant

Sample authentic local cuisine and continental favourites from the buffet in this stylish and naturally-lit restaurant. The restaurant opens daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It attracts both locals and Guests.

Reviewed By ftennyf

Rarely do you get breakfast restaurants that serve all you need. Bukka performed excellently well. I had all I wanted and home. Worthy of note is the perfect delivery - the bacon, the sausages were well done. Thank you. Dear ftennyf,Thank you for choosing to dine with us at our Bukka restaurant and for taking a moment to share your experience on TripAdvisor. We are happy to hear that our Breakfast at Hilton provided all you needed for a great breakfast experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon.Yours sincerely,Sebastien MametFood & Beverages Manager

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2. Jevinik Restaurant

494 Bangui Street, Off Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja Nigeria African Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Table Service, Reservations +234 805 782 8087 http://jevinikrestaurant.com
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4 based on 226 reviews

Jevinik Restaurant

Reviewed By adaba44

Jevinik is a restaurant with a wide variety of food and drinks to pick from. From the continental to the foreign. From the fresh juice to the alcohol. It's a large joint with adequate number of hands to ensure all customers are well attended to. They have a variety of soups to pick from with assorted protein (fish, beef , chicken etc) to pick from. It's a chilled environment you can have your breakfast, lunch or dinner and watch your football matches etc. It's a lovely place to eat and get your money's worth. You will always go back after the first experience.Try it.

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1. Nkoyo

1 Bathurst Street Ceddi Plaza, Central Area, Abuja 900241 Nigeria African Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +234 705 953 0000 http://www.nkoyoinc.com/
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4 based on 228 reviews

Nkoyo

Located at Ceddi Plaza and K City Plaza, our main purpose is to serve beautifully cooked Nigerian food using traditional herbs and spices. We have a wide range of dishes to satisfy our different customers. Ranging from Hearty Nigerian food to sandwiches a

Reviewed By dnabena

Went to Nkoyo, Ceddi Plaza for lunch with a couple of colleagues. We all had Nigerian meals (pounded yam or poundo - can't recall if it was the real one and soup) with a king prawn starter. To say the least, the meals were overpriced for the quality of food we were served. Rip off. Won't be going back there. I think they should do a lot better.

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