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Best Bars in Apapa

In Apapa, Lagos State, the bar scene is led by Orchid House Thai Restaurant, which tops the list with a 4.3 rating from 361 reviews, the most substantial review base among the 19 bars. J5 Lounge & Bar follows with 3.9 stars from 623 reviews, the highest review count in the set. Rockbell Lounge holds a 5-star mark, but from only 10 reviews, a thin sample. Lagoon Bar and BB Arena round out the top five with 4.2 and 4.4 ratings respectively, the latter based on just 16 reviews. The data shows a mix of well-reviewed venues and lightly reviewed newcomers.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 19 bars in Apapa, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

Source: Ranked (ranked.ng) directory database · full statistics · methodology

Ranked: 19
Reviews analyzed: 1.6K
Photos verified: 15
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Editor's Selection#1 in the city
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Rockbell Lounge
73.2/ 100
4.94.9 out of 5 stars11 reviews₦
1 Ayinde St, Achakpo bridge, off new Road after, Ajegunle, Achakpo 100001, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating94
Review volume36
Review recency90
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment70
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Precious N. ★★★★★ : This is one of the best places to relax and have a great time. The environment is beautiful, safe, and secure, making it perfect for both daytime and nightlife. Their services are exceptional, and the staff are friendly, professional, and always ready to help. If you are a game lover, you will definitely enjoy the gaming section,it has something for everyone. Whether you are looking to relax, have fun with friends, or simply unwind after a long day, this is the place to be. The food is also amazing and worth trying. I always enjoy every visit here, and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable experience.
Amara B. ★★★★★ : Best place to relax 😎 Good environment 💯 Nice workers Nice Management My favorite spot
2
J5 Lounge & Bar
71.4/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars627 reviews₦₦
46 Oba Abdulfatai Aremu Aromire St, Apapa, Lagos 102103, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume93
Review recency51
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment63
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Chiamaka J. ★★★★★ : Didn't really like the environment because it was too congested but the food and services rendered were amazing.
Oluwafemi S. ★★★★★ : It's a very exclusive place to chill and club. It's now rebranded and better. Now D28!
3
Lagoon Bar
63.9/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars434 reviews
Lagos Lagoon, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Located inside a Navy base, offering a secure and serene sea view with restricted access.
- sea view
- secure
- restricted access
- good drinks
- not crowded
- navy base
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume88
Review recency0
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment56
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Gaius B. ★★★★★ : Taste the delicasy of all sorts and you won't regret it, with a beautiful view of the sea and also the Navy Ships bath and secured at the Jetty,
Adedoyin A. ★★★★★ : It's a good relaxation spot. It's built on the sea, so the waterside view is perfect and you'll also have a glance of Lagos Island across the sea. It's however not easily accessible to non-military pe
4
BB Arena
62.5/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars16 reviews
26 Kofo Abayomi Ave, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Karaoke nights on Tuesdays and themed rooms like the Liverpool room.
- karaoke night
- calm environment
- considerate prices
- themed rooms
- good music
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume41
Review recency43
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment77
Verification0
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PWAAKOLA E. ★★★★★ : Conducive environment with great musical music
bakare J. ★★★★★ : BB Arena is a Nice place to chill out. It is located in Apapa towards Pepsi round about. Tuesdays is there Karaoke night and other days are for party throughout. Their prices of drinks are considerate
5
Empire's Lounge
62.1/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars7 reviews
82, Bale Street, Oba Olu-Iwa Rd, Apapa, Lagos 101251, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for top-notch nightlife.
- nice place
- cool atmosphere
- top nightlife
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Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume30
Review recency75
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment68
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JAHWILL G. ★★★★★ : Very nice and cool place to be
6
Apapa Club House
58.9/ 100
4.64.6 out of 5 stars9 reviews
41 Apapa Oworonshoki Expy, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
- cool environment
- serene
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating90
Review volume33
Review recency61
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment54
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7
The bigshots lounge
58.3/ 100
4.74.7 out of 5 stars10 reviews
101 Oba Olu-Iwa Rd, Apapa, Lagos 102103, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Blends lounge and club vibes with fair pricing and good road network.
- fair pricing
- good road network
- loud music
- cool environment
- nice outlay
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating92
Review volume35
Review recency2
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment82
Verification0
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Lucky I. ★★★★★ : A nice place to hang out. The music is too loud though, it's a lounge not a club
Hakeem S. ★★★★★ : If you wanna explore AJ to its height, you want to blend well, then this is the place to be as an average visitor. Nice outlay, fair pricing and good road network. Highly recommend.
8
30 Avenue Lounge
56.0/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars13 reviews
110 Apapa Rd, Ebute Metta, Lagos 101245, Lagos, Nigeria
- awesome place
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume38
Review recency12
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment60
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9
X10 LOUNGE, BAR & KITCHEN (The Odogwu's Arena)
54.0/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars17 reviews
28 Wilmer Cres, Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Lagos 102103, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume42
Review recency13
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment63
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Sir A. ★★★★★ : Nice and cool place to have fun especially from evenings to night time. They have varieties of drinks and eatables and they are not so expensive .
Ezeagozie M. ★★★★★ : Wonderful experience out there
10
Asutaa Lounge
53.9/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
F997+M5J Lagos Apapa Iganmu, LGA, Ijora, Ikeja 101255, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency17
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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11
Stephanie's Bar
53.5/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars75 reviews₦₦
52Calcutta Crescent, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume63
Review recency4
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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bakare J. ★★★★★ : Nice place to chill out in Apapa. There's also a club here with everything you think you may be looking for. Their prices are considered very okay. It a well secured environment with well trained security personnel in and out of the environment. Stephanie's also serve varieties of food and pepper soup.
Chika A. ★★★★★ : I went on Saturday evening to their new restaurant. So it wasn't crowded. I had two portions of the the Stephanie's special rice which had prawns, green and red peppers, chopped meat and carrots, topped with fish. The food was ok sha, ambience and decor was appealing, staff were friendly. They have only regular dishes on their menu. The meal cost me about N3000 as in N2000 for 2 port of rice and N1000 for the fish.
12
Discovery Lounge & Bar
53.4/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
Shibiri bus stop 76 Emude Road, Ojo, Lagos 102101, Lagos, Nigeria
- beautiful
- awesome
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Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency2
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment65
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Charity N. ★★★★★ : Wow this place is too beautiful I can't wait to be there
13
E-Lounge & Bar
50.6/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars10 reviews
68 Ojora St, Ajegunle, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume35
Review recency11
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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AO A. ★★★★★ : You need simple, natural experience with your friends while you wait n get your car washed with a nice lounge and spicy edible. Good DJ n nice attraction & distraction lol. Cool n simple. A place to check.
14
Quality Bar
50.0/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
81 Orodu St, Apapa, Lagos 102103, Lagos, Nigeria
- excellent food
- good drinks
- serene atmosphere
- quality time
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Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency27
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment65
Verification0
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Mary-Fidelis M. ★★★★★ : Quite a serene place to hang out and have quality time in Surulere. Enjoyed the evening here.
Jordan J. ★★★★★ : Excellent food and drinks I recommend you drop buy if you are in the area
15
Lady B Bar & Lounge
43.9/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
27 Ojoku St, Apapa, Lagos 101254, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume16
Review recency5
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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16
J27 Lounge & Suites
40.0/ 100
3.53.5 out of 5 stars4 reviews
F97C+7MJ, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating50
Review volume23
Review recency55
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
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17
Abi Bar- Miss Elliot Lounge
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Abi Bar- Miss Elliot Lounge, Apapa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
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18
Carliza
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Carliza, Apapa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
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Review sentiment50
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19
Orchid House Thai Restaurant - Apapa
73.3/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars361 reviews₦₦
15a Marine Rd, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Authentic Thai cuisine with serene ambiance in Apapa.
- authentic thai
- serene environment
- polite staff
- delicious food
- good value
- great mocktails
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Why ranked #19? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume85
Review recency15
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment93
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Recent reviews
Astonish F. ★★★★★ : Their meals are astonishingly delicious and satisfying, totally worth the money!
Mathias D. ★★★★★ : Nice place, sumptuous food. Went overboard in over ordering, as every dish was extremely delicious. Not a very crowded place, was there on a weekday. Must visit in Apapa.

What the data shows for bars in Apapa

Counted from every bar ranked in Apapa, Lagos State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 19
With 5+ reviews: 12
Rated 4.5 or higher: 6
Median reviews: 10
Phone listed: 15 of 19
Opening hours listed: 17 of 19

12 of the 19 bars ranked in Apapa have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 1,602 reviews.

Of the 19, 6 score 4.5 or higher, 8 sit between 4.0 and 4.4, 3 are below 4.0 and 2 have no rating yet.

The median bar here has 10 reviews.

J5 Lounge & Bar has the most, 627 at 3.9, followed by Lagoon Bar (434) and Orchid House Thai Restaurant - Apapa (361).

15 list a phone number, 3 a website and 17 opening hours; 15 have a photo on file.

Across the 58 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes bars, the median city lists 33; Apapa has 19, fewer than the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from July 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

Which bar in Apapa has the best rating?

Rockbell Lounge has the highest rating at 5.0, but this is based on only 10 reviews. Orchid House Thai Restaurant, with a 4.3 rating from 361 reviews, offers a more reliable indicator of quality given its larger review count.

Which bar in Apapa has the most reviews?

J5 Lounge & Bar has the most reviews with 623, giving it a 3.9 rating. This suggests a popular spot, though the rating is lower than some others with fewer reviews.

How many bars are listed in Apapa?

There are 19 bars listed in Apapa, Lagos State. The top five by rating are Orchid House Thai Restaurant, J5 Lounge & Bar, Rockbell Lounge, Lagoon Bar, and BB Arena.

Are the ratings reliable for bars with few reviews?

Ratings based on few reviews, like Rockbell Lounge's 5.0 from 10 reviews or BB Arena's 4.4 from 16 reviews, should be treated cautiously. They reflect a small number of opinions and may not represent the broader experience.

How is the list of bars ordered?

The list is ordered by a combination of factors including Google ratings and review volume, with adjustments for the number of reviews. A high rating from a single review does not automatically place a bar above one with a slightly lower rating but many more reviews.

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