Best Abula in Lagos, NG

A classic Yoruba combination of Amala (yam flour), Ewedu (jute leaf soup), and Gbegiri (bean soup).

Amala Phase 1

Lagos Island
4.5 / 5

Widely considered the 'Holy Grail' of Abula in Lagos. The Amala is legendary for its silk-smooth texture, achieved through traditional hand-turning, and the Gbegiri is sieved to a perfect, creamy consistency that purists demand.

Local LegendClassicAuthentic
9.8Flavor
9Value
4.5Vibe

Olaiya Food

Surulere
4.3 / 5

A Surulere institution for over 30 years. While it has recently been 'tushed up' (renovated) to include air conditioning and better seating, it retains the high-octane energy of a traditional Lagos buka.

Local LegendClassicCrowd Favorite
9.2Flavor
8.5Value
7Vibe

Yellow Chilli

Victoria Island
4.2 / 5

The gold standard for 'Gourmet Abula.' It offers a refined dining experience where the traditional flavors are preserved but presented with fine-dining aesthetics, making it the go-to for introducing expats to the dish.

InstagrammableUpscaleBusiness Lunch
8.5Flavor
6Value
9.2Vibe

Mama Toyin (Onipanu)

Onipanu
4.6 / 5

A true 'if you know, you know' spot. It has gained massive traction on social media recently because of its generational recipe that has remained unchanged for nearly three decades.

Hidden GemLocal LegendAuthentic
9.6Flavor
9.5Value
5Vibe

ÀBÈKÉ Rooftop

Lekki Phase 1
3.8 / 5

The most 'aesthetic' way to eat Amala in Lagos. Located on a rooftop with Afrocentric decor, it caters to the 'New Lagos' crowd who value content creation as much as the meal itself.

InstagrammableTrendyNew School
7.5Flavor
5.5Value
9.5Vibe
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