Top 10 RESTAURANTS & HANGOUT SPOTS IN LAGOS (ISLAND) EVERY CLASSY MAN SHOULD KNOW

Some years back, precisely the evening of 25th December 2009, I witnessed a young man propose to his girlfriend in a Beer Joint/Suya Spot somewhere in Mende, Maryland, Lagos State. Some of you who are familiar with this spot would understand why it’s such a “big deal” for me.

Here is how it all happened….

It was about 8 pm on that Friday, I was out with 2 of my friends who had just come back from the UK for Christmas. They wanted to have the best Suya in Lagos State, Nigeria so I took them to this place. So we ordered Suya with cold bottles of local white wine.

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hangout spots in Lagos

hangout spots in Lagos

As we were enjoying the combo of spicy shish kebab, gizzard, shaki [also known as tripe] and skewered meat with our special white wine. I noticed thick fumes emanating from the Suya spot close to where our table was situated in the open space, so I started choking and coughing ‘cos of the fumes I was inhaling. While I was still coughing, I suddenly heard people screaming and clapping from the table not too far from ours. As I turned around, I saw a young man, on one knee [in the midst of the whirling smokes infusing the air] with a tiny black box that had a ring in it.

I guess my reaction was the same as the lady’s…we were both greatly astonished and had our mouths wide open.

The young man started to tear up and said “Hey baby, I want to wake up with you every morning, I just want to grow old with you…blah blah blah” (everyone except me and my friends, screamed “Aww!” in excitement) and then the young man held the lady’s hand, called her name and said “Will you Marry Me?”

I’m sure the lady’s heart must have skipped maybe 10 beats when the guy said that, ‘cos mine did but maybe not for same reason as the lady…or maybe it was.

She stood still…faking that cry and for another 3 minutes, she couldn’t give the guy a response, [why should she, for God’s sake this guy is proposing in a “Beer Joint”… yeah, I get…ladies want dramatic proposal but this particular drama was a flop!!]. After the guy asked for about three more times, the lady finally said “YES I WILL” and he slipped the ring on her finger and she gave him a bear hug, still with shock and disappointment writing all over her face.

I turned to my friends and started asking these rhetorical questions…WHAT was this guy doing in a beer/suya joint with an engagement ring in his pocket? WHY was he even on a serious date with his girlfriend in a beer joint …a place you wind down for the evening with your friends. WHY would he propose even when he saw smokes from the Suya Spot blowing right into his lady’s face. What a Gentleman!!

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Thinking about it now, I guess the young man didn’t even know any classy hangout spot suitable for a date or proposal, it would have been better if he had done it at a polling center on Election day like some love-crazed dude did while votes were being counted sometime last year in Nigeria.

This brings me to the topic of the day, if you live in Lagos State and you are looking for a nice hangout spot on the Island, this article if for you. For guys in MAINLAND (LAGOS STATE), you could find your own hangout spots here,

If you are looking for a place to hang out on the Island or a place to have a serious date with your girlfriend, or you want to propose to your fiancé in Lagos State, Nigeria (Lekki & Victoria Island axis) this is for you. Enjoy!

TOP 10 RESTAURANTS AND HANGOUT SPOTS IN LAGOS

#1. RADISSON BLU ANCHORAGE HOTEL, LAGOS || VICTORIA ISLAND

Address: 1a Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Telephone: +234 (0) 708 061 0000
Website: https://www.radissonblu.com/en/hotel-lagos

The Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I. sits on the edge of Victoria Island and places guests by the lagoon. You won’t have to venture far from the hotel for delectable dining options. See details below:
The View Bar
Sip a cocktail while admiring breathtaking vistas of the lagoon from The View Bar.
Restaurants
Exceptional dining venues like Voyage Restaurant, which serves Nigerian specialties, and Surface Bar and Grill, which overlooks the pool and lagoon.
As of the time of this writing [September 2015], their buffet cost only 6500 Naira.

#2. FOUR POINT by SHERATON, LAGOS || VICTORIA ISLAND

Adrenaline bar lago

Blue Bar

Brazzerie Restaurant

Cafe Cappucino

Four Points By Sheraton

Four Points By Sheraton

Lobby

The Office Roof Top

Address: Plot 9/10 Oniru Chieftaincy Estate City/Town Victoria Island County Lagos, Nigeria
Telephone: 234-14489444
Website: http://www.fourpoints.com/lagos

If you want to Eat, Drink & Have fun at the same time, there is no place better than this place. At the Four Points by Sheraton Lagos, they have 5 mouth-watering Food and Beverage outlets. Local and international dishes are served at any of these outlets with the best selection of wines and cocktails to choose from. That’s not all, as an SPG Member, you are entitled to a 15% discount off meals in any of these bars below.

a) BRAZZERIE RESTAURANT

Serving delicious cuisine in a buffet style for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Cuisine: International
Hours: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM; 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM; 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
For menus, pricing and table bookings – Contact (234)(1) 448 9444 ext 8027

b) ADRENALINE SPORTS BAR

High energy sports bar with wide screens and the Best Brews. Enjoy the Best Brews experience with our local beer. Enjoy our happy hour Mon- Fri 6pm-7pm.
Cuisine: Snacks, Cocktails, and Beer
Hours: Monday – Friday 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday – Sunday and Holidays 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Restaurant Website adrenalinebarlagos.com
For menus, pricing and table bookings – Contact (+234) (1) 448 9444 ext 8885

c) THE OFFICE ROOFTOP BAR

The sophisticated terrace bars with a stunning view of Victoria Island and the Atlantic Ocean.
Cuisine: Grilled Food
Hours Monday – Sundays 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Restaurant Website – theofficebarlagos.com
For menus, pricing and table bookings, Contact -(234)(1) 448 9444 x8882

d) CAFE CAPPUCCINO

Coffee and Snack bar where you can relax and entertain
Cuisine: Light Snacks & Coffee
Hours: Mon – Sun, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
For menus, pricing and table bookings, Contact (234)(1) 448 9444 x8884

e) BLUE- BAR

Delightful pool bar to relax after a nice swim. It can also be booked as a private venue.
Cuisine: Beverages
Email: sales.lagos@fourpoints.com for bookings
Contact: (234)(1) 448 9444 x8035

#3. 1662 Café & Bar, Lagos || IKOYI

Address: No. 2 Raymond Njoku Street, off Awolowo Rd, Ikoyi
Phone: 08033063822, 08023434488
Email: info@1662cafebar.com
Hours: Opens from 10am-10pm from Monday to Friday and 10am-12am on weekends.
Website: http://1662cafebar.com

Lauded by Forbes Africa as ‘A corky little upstart’, 1662 Café & Bar in S.W. Ikoyi, Lagos prides itself on being a hidden gem for those in the know. It’s discreet and perfect ambiance for informal meetings, select parties and a one on one date with your special one.
Created for connoisseurs, 1662 is named after the year the modern method of making champagne – Méthode Champenoise – was first documented in the Royal Society Magazine in England by Sir Christopher Merrett. By day the Café is a private haven for croissants, easy breezy meals, chai lattes, cappuccinos, and fresh juices. By night 1662 serves up exquisite drinks – champagne, palatable wines, and signature cocktails.
For Food Menu, click here
For Drinks menu, click here to download

#4. HARD ROCK CAFE 

Address: Water Corporation Road, Landmark Village, Oniru
Opening Hours:  12 PM to 12 AM
Phone: 0908 198 8888
Website: http://www.hardrock.com/cafes/lagos/
Twitter: @@HardRockCafeLagos

Rock ’n’ roll themed chain with a high-energy vibe serving burgers & American classics. Enhance your evening when you take your dining and entertainment expectations to a whole new level at Hard Rock Cafe Lagos. Although the cuisine is out of this world, you can do more than grabbing a bite to eat here. Our state-of-the-art cafe features more than 200 seats, a stage for live performances, and a swimming pool area for adults and kids. Children can also enjoy the atmosphere in our special kid’s section. No matter where you sit, you can enjoy live music, cold drinks, and an unforgettable experience with the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean as the perfect backdrop.

For food and drink menu – Click Here

#5. The Grillroom at Wheatbaker Hotel

Address: No 4 Onitolo(Lawrence Road), Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Phone: + 234(1) 277 3560, + 234(1) 906 7100
Fax Number: + 234(1) 277 3563
Email Address: WHEATBAKER@LEGACYHOTELS.COM
Website: http://www.legacyhotels.co.za/en/hotels/wheatbaker

The Wheatbaker – Nigeria’s finest luxury boutique hotel is well known for The Grillroom. The Grill Room Bar provides the perfect atmosphere for a date, for a drink or two with friends, for business or leisure. This is somewhere you can go to with friends, go on a date, have a get-together or if you want to just forget about the hustle of Lagos and give yourself a treat. It is also known for the unique food which includes Sea Food. It’s a perfect spot that is soothing for a date.

#6. THE PLACE || LEKKI PHASE 1 & VICTORIA ISLAND

Victoria Island Outlet Contact Details
Location: 4, Adeola Odeku VI, Lagos
For Inquiries (Club): 07039232524
For Inquiries (Restaurant): 08074710492

Lekki Outlet Contact Details
Location: Plot 3b Block A10 Admiralty Way Lekki Phase 1 Lagos
For Inquiries –  (Club): 08053587677 (Restaurant): 08038501409 (Hotel): 018449310, 08126584416

Website: http://www.theplace.com.ng/

The Place restaurant-bar-nightclub-hotel with three locations in Lekki, Victoria Island, and GRA Ikeja all in Lagos has over time established itself as one which has survived and isn’t going anywhere but up.

At The Place, there is something for everyone. For the busy executive, the games room and its bar/lounge are open every day from 5 pm, offering a chance for workers relax, unwind and avoid Lagos traffic. The bar/lounge transforms into a major night club on Fridays and Saturdays with great music from top-rated DJs and lives performances by “A” list artistes/musicians. It also offers an irresistible package for private party hosts and planners. Additionally, The Place is popularly known for its array of dishes including Asun, Grilled Chicken, & Rice dishes.

#7. Deuces Bar and Lounge || Victoria Island

Address: No. 19 Ademola Adetokunbo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Phone Number: 0806 111 0348
Email: yves_deuces@yahoo.com

Deuces Bar and Lounge is situated in the heart of Victoria Island in Lagos. Soak in the ambiance and astonishing array of cocktails, champagne, punches, and spirits at the club’s stunning bar, hit the dance floor or simply kick back in your private booth if you are there for “serious” business such as a date. They also operate an exquisite nightclub which sets itself apart with a fantastic environment where you can dance, enjoy good music from top-notch DJ’s and have any drink of your choice.

#8. SS Lounge || Victoria Island

Address: 7 , 10amSapara William Close, Victoria Island, Eti Osa, Lagos, Nigeria
Phone Number: 08183460066 and 08062221954
Website: http://www.sslounge.com/
Hours: Opening hours are from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Mondays – Thursdays and 1 p.m. to 12 midnight on Fridays – Sundays.

SS Lounge, Victoria Island can cater to all your entertainment needs. An inspiring lounge and restaurant with a gourmet menu boasting of an array of the best food you’ll find in any bar on the metropolis. They also offer a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from their cosmopolitan sports bar as well as flat-screen TVs at the bars and at almost every table; therefore providing the perfect atmosphere to watch sports, enjoy good food and drinks. They always have something happening almost every night, from live music to open mics and mini concerts.

#9. XOVAR LOUNGE || LEKKI

Address: Behind Bespoke Centre, Beside Germaine Autocentre, Lekki Epe Expressway, Lagos
Phone Number: 0807 355 5555
0903 000 1793
Website: www.xovar.ng

EMAIL:      olumide@bespokeeventsng.com
OPENING HOURS:
Mon to Su10 amtill the last client
Mon to Fri – Business Lunch from 1 and 3pm with major discount | Food Delivery within Lekki & V/Island between 1 and 6pm
Fridays – The Live Band with Godbless from 8pm
Saturdays – Club XOVAR, Artistes Hosting & Birthday parties
Sundays – Sunday Buffet @ XOVAR from 1 to 5pm

Xovar Lounge Lekki is a one-stop entertainment centre; with its Indoor/Outdoor Lounge situated on a large expanse of land within the Lekki axis of Lagos. Boasting a large interlocked area and decadent/rustic/earthy/ decked outdoor seating, Xovar lounge is truly unique in its style. The architectural piece is perfectly crafted to suit customers of all class with both an indoor and outdoor lounge. It’s a perfect spot for a date. Their restaurant offers mouth-watering meals for all palates, alongside a well-stocked bar with over 500 known brands of liquor and a wide array of cocktails to choose from.

#10. Uptown Restaurant/Lounge at The Avenue Suites

Address: 1390 Tiamiyu Savage Street – Victoria Island, Lagos. Nigeria.
Phone: +234 190 33 00/08
Hours: Lunch 12-3p; Dinner 7-11p
Website: http://www.theavenuesuitesng.com/index.php/en/services/restaurant-lounge

The Uptown Restaurant & Lounge pride itself in providing guests with a spectacular bar, creative and delicious menu, and an upscale yet casual environment. The menu is diverse: offering fresh, delicious food at a reasonable price. Their chefs produce first-class meals. Each dish is prepared with care using the finest ingredients. Dining is served up with an extensive a la carte menu featuring a medley of Italian, International, and Sushi specialties. Simply sit at the main bar and feel the world spinning around you. The tables are well located to enable each guest to get the best view whether from the Atlantic Ocean or the avenues below:

A cozier lounge with 4 LCDs is available for guests who enjoy entertainment and dining at the same time. The VIP terrace overlooking the whole restaurant is available for special bookings, it merges privacy with “being part of it”. The whole environment is surrounded by floor to ceiling windows that will give you the feeling of sitting on top of the world. Its decor is simple but eye-catching. You will be welcomed immediately by its warm atmosphere that will give you a belonging feeling. For individual, date, or group outing, The Uptown Restaurant and Lounge is your new place of choice.

CONCLUSION

Have you been to any of these places before? If yes, what was the experience like? Did you like it? Hate it? Would you recommend the place to a friend?

Have you proposed to someone special in any of these places listed? Please tell us about it.

If you know other great restaurants and bars on the island in Lagos, please share here in the comment section or via email: info@kobikoachman.com, and let us explore when the time comes. And if there are any places in this list that have shut down recently, do feel free to email us, so we can update this article.

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Until next time, gentlemen….Be Classy! Be Stylish! Live Well!

Yours in Style,

Kobi O. Mbagwu (Mr. Kobi)
Founder, MrKoachman.com

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My name is Kobi O. Mbagwu, a professional image consultant, menswear style expert, and entrepreneur who uses fashion, style and clothing as key tools in transforming ordinary men into extraordinary classy gentlemen. My personal goal is to help gentlemen dress better, live well, do well and develop a unique personal style that matches their lifestyle and goals. I believe that success can be built through style. I believe that fashion is a tool that can be used to change people’s lives positively. I also strongly believe that if you dress well, you look good, and if you look good, you feel good and when you feel good, you worry less, and the less you worry the more you are able to stay motivated and focused on your goals pursuit and by so doing you are able to live a more fulfilling and successful life.

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