Where to Eat in Abuja
Our most recommended restaurant – right next door to our hotel, Nordic Hotel 5 min. drive from Nordic Villa. Here you can enjoy everything from a freshly prepared salad to a perfectly prepared steak to a great pizza and varieties of the great Lebanese cuisine. Both an indoor area as well as the amazing outside are by the beautiful pool which is lit up at night time. On top of it all you’ll of course experience great service.
Opening hours: Daily 7am-11pm
Address: Next to Nordic Hotel, Abuja
Coco Café
Coco Café is located 5 min. from Nordic Villa, on a roof top. From Nordic Villa it’s on the opposite side of Jabi Lake. It’s modern decorated and the food is splendid. Steaks, king prawns or a shawarma – enjoy the food with the view of Jabi Lake – this is an experience in it self.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-23pm
Address: Plot 466, Alex Ekwueme Street, Jabi Lake
Wakkis
Wakkis is an all time favorite in Abuja because of their consistency and delicious, authentic Indian food. Try the classic Chicken Tikka Masala or their fantastic prawns. The staff is great and friendly.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-23pm
Address: No. 171 Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II
Masala Wahala
Some of the best Indian food in town. The cuisine is based on the southern Indian kitchen. Great decor, with lots of indoor plants, trees and big clay pots, and good service. They serve seafood dishes, meat, poultry and also vegetarian options.
The often have live piano sessions.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Address: Ceddi Plaza, Tafawa Balewa Way, Abuja
The Secret Garden
The best pizza’s in town. Italian owned restaurant with great atmosphere and great wine. Also a great place to enjoy a football game on the big screen while enjoying a crisp pizza.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-23pm
Address: Riverplate Park, off Ahmadu Bello Way, Wuse 2, Abuja
SawaDee
Thai restaurant – especially their Chicken satay is great. See more on www.sawadeeorientalcuisine.com
Opening hours: Daily 8am-9pm
Address: No. 43/45 Kumasi Crescent,(Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Turning Opposite FERMA Office) WuseII
Chopsticks
It is said that ‘Your Body Is A Temple, Treat It With Respect’ and this can be done when you dine at this Chinese eatery. You can slurp a delicious bowl of noodles that is sprinkled densely with associated vegetables. It is tucked inside the embassy district and offers a huge selection of the Southeast Asian dishes.
Opening hours: Daily 7pm – 11pm
Address: 56 Mississippi Street, Maitama
Woks and Koi
It is one of the leading Chinese restaurants in Abuja and its fare is worth patronizing.
Opening hours: Daily 5pm-11pm
Address: 2nd floor, Silverbird Entertainment Center Plot 1161 Memorial Drive, Central Area, Abuja
Charcoal Grill
Great place in the middle of Abuja. Great food and excellent service. You can dine inside or outside and enjoy breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake and of course dinner. They serve freshly grilled lamb, chicken and steaks among other things.
Opening hours: Daily 8am-11pm
Address: Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II
Serendib
They serve a wide variety of Indian and Sri Lankan food.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Address: Umaru Dikko St, on top of Lake Crescent Hotel in Jabi, Abuja
Al Basha
Lebanese restaurant. They serve great hummus and kebabs in a good atmosphere. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. We prefer the outside sitting area. Make sure you try their hummus.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Address: No. 11, Cassandra Street, off Usuma St, Maitama
Nkoyo
Serves local as well as continental dishes in a friendly atmosphere. Nkoyo is well-known for its fantastic starters and is a must while in Abuja.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Address: 1 Bathurst Street, K-City Plaza, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II
Johnny Rockets
American style diner. Cute décor. Great burgers. Also a great place to watch a football game.
Opening hours: Sunday – Saturday: 11am – 12:00 Midnight
Address: Valley Plaza, in front of AP Plaza, Wuse II.
Jevinik
Local Nigerian food – perhaps the best in town. Enjoy freshly prepared Naija dishes. Goat, fish, beef, chicken – they have it all.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Address: Bangui St, Wuse II
Nile Place
A mix of Local Nigerian food, African food and a bit of Mediterranean. Cozy atmosphere.
Opening hours: Daily 11am-11pm
Address: Nile Street 10, Maitama
Cafés
Salamander Café
Enjoy different blends of coffee with freshly prepared club sandwiches and paninis served by friendly staff. The owner is a great host and she makes sure there is a great atmosphere.
Opening hours: Daily 9am-10pm
Address: 5 Bujumbura St, Abuja
Saffron Café (also known as House 43)
Great European styled café with good coffee. Read your favorite magazine while enjoying a drink or a good sandwich. They have a very cozy outdoor area too.
Opening hours: Daily 8am-11pm
Address: 43 Gana St, Maitama, Abuja
Coldstone
Enjoy a lovely ice cream from Coldstone. You get to mix the ice with different toppings. Portions are big and service is good.
Opening hours: Daily 10am-midnight
Address: Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II
Classic Rock Café
Americano, chai latte, cortado, cappuccino and long list of smoothies and shakes.
Opening hours: 7am-11pm
Address: 12b Ajesa Street, off by LG Showroom, off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II
Café Dunes
Enjoy a pizza or pasta in the cafe at the Dunes Center. Prices are reasonable and the food is good.
Opening hours: Daily 9am-9pm
Address: No. 44, Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama – in the back of the supermarket
Café De Vie
Good coffee, very nice crêpes served with maple syrup and pistachio!
Opening hours: 7am-9pm
Address: 11, Adzope Crescent, Off Kumasi Crescent, Off Aminu Crescent, Wuse II