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Best Bars in Gbagada

In Gbagada, Lagos State, the bar scene is led by Orange Xclusive Lounge, which holds a 4-star rating from 1,093 reviews, the largest review base among the 12 bars we list here. Southpaw Lounge & Suites follows with a 4.1-star rating from 310 reviews, while La Branco Restaurant, though rated 4.2, has 501 reviews. Spring pool lounge shows a 4.6-star rating but from only 27 reviews, and Hoxegen Club, Lounge & Bar has a 4.2 from 23. The field is uneven: a few venues carry substantial feedback, others are lightly reviewed.

How the algorithm scored this12 businesses ranked

As of September 2026, Ranked lists 12 bars in Gbagada, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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

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12 results
  • Editor's Selection#1 in the city
    1
    Photo of Orange Xclusive Lounge

    Orange Xclusive Lounge

    72.0/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars1.1k reviews

    18 Twins Obasa St, off Medina estates, Araromi, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for its chicken shawarma and game room, but staff dishonesty and price inflation are concerns.

    • good shawarma
    • game room
    • dishonest staff
    • price inflation
    • serene environment
    • polite staff
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume100
    • Review recency61
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment56
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Striking M. ★★★★ : They have the absolute most dishonest and nonchalant staff ever. They don’t have a drinks menu, so they inflate prices and scam people. My story: The Sunday before, I had bought Redbull and I was charged N3,500 which I thought was outrageous, then I called the business line available on google that I wanted to buy RedBull and the person told me it was N2,000. I went back to the bar and asked the lady that served me, she said she was not sure and wanted to ask others, then she came back and said it’s still N3,500. I proceed to the bar stand and asked the bar managers, a guy and a lady and they said it was N2,500. I made a fuzz and told them they were cheating people and the bar managers claimed he was unaware. I told them to stop their ways. Then the following Thursday I went there again with a friend, we order drinks and it included Redbull again, then another waiter(previous waiter wasn’t around), when the bill came I asked her for the price of RedBull and she also said N3,500. I then told her to wait so I could call the number of the bar, she told me she wanted to quickly attend to a customer, I saw her walk up to the bar manager to say something then she went to the back room and never came out. I then walked up to the manager, and told him about my experience again, he denied recognizing me, however the second lady came out and recognized me and was stunned that I had experienced that again however, they refused to produce the lady that served us and denied knowing her whereabouts and the man even claimed he wasn’t sure of who was serving. They never provided the girl and claimed they didn’t know it was happening and defended her. It’s a racket, it’s a scam place. I have them on video denying their staff and defending the scam. I tried calling the number afterwards, he never picked up. Never again.
    • Oluwafemi O. ★★★★★ : It was kinda empty on a Friday night, though I think the fact it was Ramadan and Lent might have affected that. The waitresses were quite helpful though
  • 2
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    Southpaw Lounge & Suites

    71.6/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars310 reviews₦₦

    20 Idowu Ajayi St, off Diya Street, Gbagada, Lagos 100234, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Romantic dim lighting with jazz music and private table spacing.

    • romantic ambiance
    • good food
    • clean
    • friendly staff
    • quiet
    • outdoor seating
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume83
    • Review recency55
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment86
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Chioma S. ★★★★★ : It is a nice place to chill and ralax with good customer service
    • Goodness E. ★★★★★ : It Is a nice place to stay and feel relaxed with good meals
  • 3
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    Spring pool lounge

    69.6/ 100
    4.64.6 out of 5 stars27 reviews

    4b Fred Omojole Cres, Gbagada, Lagos 015991, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Poolside lounge with adult-focused atmosphere and strict outside refreshment policy.

    • poolside
    • adult gathering
    • friendly staff
    • delicious food
    • secure parking
    • limited menu
    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating90
    • Review volume48
    • Review recency52
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment71
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Neusolia V. ★★★★★ : Staff was so courteous. Food was delicious.
    • Joy A. ★★★★★ : 1. Didn't buy food. 2. Very cool place. More for adults get together. 3. You'll need to buy refreshments from them because nothing is allowed from outside. 4. Mainly for a small poolside gathering.
  • 4
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    La Branco Restaurant

    67.2/ 100
    4.24.2 out of 5 stars501 reviews₦₦

    Plot 293 Gbagada - Oworonshoki Expy, Gbagada Phase II, Lagos 100234, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Cozy indoor setup but cramped layout and slow service.

    • cozy ambience
    • slow service
    • cold food
    • limited menu
    • good drinks
    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating80
    • Review volume90
    • Review recency37
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment36
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Tope L. ★★★★ : I stopped by La Branco over the weekend. Overall, it was a good experience but not without a few areas for improvement. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor section felt a bit cramped, like they tried to fit in too much furniture. Depending on your preference, it can feel cozy and intimate, or just packed. I’d say they could do more with the layout to make it comfortable. Music was playing and the game was on TV, but the sound level was moderate — lively, but still good for conversation. They have a nice cocktail menu. I tried the mojito and the strawberry mojito. Both were tasty, but the alcohol content was light. You can request a stronger mix if you prefer. The mojito was refreshing, while the strawberry mojito had more lime than strawberry — still nice, just not balanced as expected. I ordered the Cajun pasta. Be warned: it’s very spicy. If you don’t like pepper, skip it. For me, it worked because I enjoy heat. The portion size was generous — enough for one full meal or two if you’re a light eater. It had plenty of veggies and calamari, topped with two medium-sized prawns. Flavor-wise, it was good but not outstanding; I’d rate it a 6.5/10. Service was friendly and professional. Staff took orders with a smile and stayed attentive. Cocktails took some time to arrive, but their attitude made up for the delay. The toilets are small cubicle-style (one male, one female), but they were clean. Parking is available in front, shared with Urban Metro Inn. It’s free but limited (about six cars). I didn’t notice dedicated wheelchair access, though if the main gate is opened, someone in a wheelchair might be able to roll into the outdoor seating area. Overall La Branco has a cozy vibe, friendly staff, and decent food and cocktails. It’s not perfect — tighter indoor space, cocktails could be stronger, and food not quite at “wow” level or maybe if I tried something else on the meanu i might have a change of opinion — but it’s still a solid spot to hang out.
    • Karen O ★★★★ : If I could give my review without a star, I honestly would. Please how and in what world does fried eggs,waffle, bacon and sussage for a customer takes almost an hour and there were NO other customer! I didn't want sussage, they could not replace with extra bacon. Ok fine. The bacon came out looking uncooked. The eggs were fried with a dirty pan or griddle as you have black marks from the pans on the eggs. We had to leave it and that's 18k wasted. They initially brought the meal with duck strips and when I said I wasn't paying without bacon they got the bacon out miraculously. The other meal was egusi and it was decent but too spicy. You could hear the kitchen staff yelling about the complain on the meal and chatting loudly in their native language. The only thing worth the 1 star was the customer service ladies out front. This is a waste of time and money. Please go and learn what American breakfast is and stop selling poison. Edit: the charge for the American breakfast was removed. So all is fair. Kitchen staff needs help though
  • 5
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    THE BASE LAGOS

    59.3/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars136 reviews₦₦

    1 ROSENJE STREET, LGA, Gbagada, Lagos 100234, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Cozy ambience with interesting musical numbers, but limited mocktail options and sausage-heavy menu.

    • cozy ambience
    • slow service
    • limited mocktails
    • sausage-heavy menu
    • improving service
    • good music
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume71
    • Review recency3
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment59
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • EBIRIM O. ★★★★★ : Nice place, I believe this place would be the bomb if the services were better.
    • Arc J. ★★★★ : They're improving on their services, better than what it use to be. I love the Turkey and french fries 🍟 Update: They now have a club too.
  • 6
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    GREAT SATISFACTION DRINKS (GSD)

    57.4/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars7 reviews

    Local Government, 25 Okesuna St, Somolu, Lagos 102216, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Cocktails praised as best in Lagos, with repeat booking intent for wedding.

    • best cocktails
    • great taste
    • event booking
    • wedding
    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume30
    • Review recency33
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment64
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Adebola G. ★★★★★ : Your cocktails are the best in lagos no doubt.. I really enjoy every sip of it..pls keep it up...
    • Ambrose E. ★★★★★ : I love your last cocktail i took at you last event ... Will actually book your for my wedding,thanks...
  • 7
    Photo of J's Bar & Grillz

    J's Bar & Grillz

    54.3/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars71 reviews

    19 Adeola St, Araromi, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Open bar area under a natural tree with breeze, unique outdoor experience.

    • serene environment
    • slow service
    • bad toilets
    • good shawarma
    • open bar area
    • reasonable prices
    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume62
    • Review recency7
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment59
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • ADEWUYI O. ★★★★★ : The Under Tree Experience of the Open Bar Area is equal to None anywhere. Natural Tree and Breeze. J's Bar and Grillz Staffs are Cultured and Customer Eccentric. Come and Be Happy You do
    • Anthony O. ★★★★★ : Thanks to my friends from Gbagada that took me there for a stopover. Place is a bit above average, the toilets are not in good working condition, the customer service was a bit slow. The bar Is located in a serene environment.
  • 8
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    De breeze lounge and bar

    15.6/ 100
    Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews

    Medina Estate, 17 Adeola St, Gbagada, Lagos 100234, Lagos, Nigeria

    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 9

    ikorodu club

    8.9/ 100
    Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews

    ikorodu club, Gbagada, Nigeria

    Why ranked #9? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 10

    Paparazzi bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews

    Paparazzi bar, Gbagada, Nigeria

    Why ranked #10? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 11
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    Hoxegen Club, Lounge & Bar

    61.6/ 100
    4.24.2 out of 5 stars23 reviews

    14, Ajayi Aina Street, Opposite Foursquare Church, Ifako, L.G, Gbagada, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Poor hygiene and inconsistent food quality, especially shawarma and cocktails.

    • poor hygiene
    • bad shawarma
    • bad cocktails
    • inconsistent food
    • good parking
    • adult fun
    Why ranked #11? ▾
    • Google rating80
    • Review volume46
    • Review recency55
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment29
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Tee T. ★★★★ : Shawama was not good. One of the Shawama guys was seen licking ketchup with his finger(from his mouth into the container) he was corrected but he insisted and continued. Poor hygiene definitely. I won't buy edibles here again.
    • Adewale D. ★★★★ : The shawarma ain’t shawarmaring at all 😒
  • 12
    Photo of Oakspring Restaurant

    Oakspring Restaurant

    53.9/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews

    5 Sunday Ogunyade St, Gbagada, Lagos 100234, Lagos, Nigeria

    • delicious food
    • good services
    • conducive atmosphere
    Why ranked #12? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume10
    • Review recency20
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment60
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • ECHE M. ★★★★★ : Delicious food ,Good services and a condusive almosphere for your relaxation.

What the data shows for bars in Gbagada

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

Ranked
12
With 5+ reviews
8
Rated 4.5 or higher
3
Median reviews
25
Phone listed
7 of 12
Opening hours listed
9 of 12

8 of the 12 bars ranked in Gbagada have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 2,173 reviews.

Of the 12, 3 score 4.5 or higher, 6 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 3 have no rating yet.

The median bar here has 25 reviews.

Orange Xclusive Lounge has the most, 1,097 at 4.0, followed by La Branco Restaurant (501) and Southpaw Lounge & Suites (310).

7 list a phone number, 3 a website and 9 opening hours; 10 have a photo on file.

Across the 58 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes bars, the median city lists 33; Gbagada has 12, fewer than the median.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Which bar in Gbagada has the most reviews?

Orange Xclusive Lounge has the most reviews among the 12 bars in Gbagada, with 1,093 reviews and a 4-star rating. La Branco Restaurant follows with 501 reviews and a 4.2-star rating.

How many bars are listed for Gbagada?

we list 12 bars in Gbagada, Lagos State. The list includes Orange Xclusive Lounge, Southpaw Lounge & Suites, Spring pool lounge, La Branco Restaurant, and Hoxegen Club, Lounge & Bar, among others.

What does a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews mean?

Spring pool lounge has a 4.6-star rating, but it is based on only 27 reviews. That is a small sample, so the rating reflects the opinions of a limited number of customers and may not be as reliable as ratings from hundreds of reviews.

Are there any bars in Gbagada with no reviews?

The data we have shows ratings for the top five bars, but some of the 12 bars may have no Google reviews yet. For those without ratings, we cannot infer quality; the page simply lists them as establishments.

How is the order of the list determined?

The list is ordered by a combination of factors, including the number of reviews and the rating scores. For example, Orange Xclusive Lounge appears first because it has the highest review count, not necessarily the highest rating.

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