A traditional Igbo dish made with a goat head cooked in a thick, spicy palm oil sauce with utazi leaves.
4 top-rated spots found
Yellow Chilli
Gourmet Isiewu
Nigerian / Pan-African
Β· $$$
Β· Victoria Island
β β β β β 4.3
2,500 reviews
ClassicInstagrammableUpscale
9.2
Flavor
7.8
Value
9.1
Vibe
Yellow Chilli is the gold standard for refined Isiewu. Unlike local joints, the meat here is exceptionally tender and the sauce is perfectly emulsified, avoiding the excessive greasiness often found elsewhere. The presentation is elevated, making it suitable for those who want the authentic taste in a high-end setting.
π 27 Oju Olobun Close, Victoria Island, Lagos Β· View on Maps
Jevinik Restaurant
Traditional Isiewu
Nigerian / Igbo
Β· $$
Β· Victoria Island
β β β β β 4.2
3,841 reviews
Local LegendAuthenticClassic
9.6
Flavor
8.8
Value
7.4
Vibe
Jevinik is unrivaled for its sheer authenticity and massive portion sizes. It is widely considered the benchmark for Igbo delicacies in Lagos. The Isiewu is prepared using strictly traditional methods, ensuring a deep, rich flavor profile that transports diners to the heart of Eastern Nigeria.
π 14b Agoro Odiyan St, Victoria Island, Lagos Β· View on Maps
Native Tray
Native Isiewu
Nigerian / Southern
Β· $$
Β· Lekki Phase 1
β β β β Β½ 4.5
877 reviews
Hidden GemModernAuthentic
9
Flavor
8.2
Value
8.9
Vibe
Native Tray successfully bridges the gap between a modern Lekki lounge and a traditional 'buka'. Their Isiewu is praised for its cleanlinessβevery piece of the goat head is meticulously cleaned and prepared, which is a major factor for many Lagos diners.
Ojez is a cultural institution. Located within the National Stadium, it has been the go-to spot for celebrities and locals for decades. The Isiewu here is as much about the history and the lively, energetic pulse of Surulere as it is about the food itself.
π National Stadium, Western Ave, Surulere, Lagos Β· View on Maps