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Best Bars in Magodo — 2026 Rankings

Looking for the best bars in Magodo, Lagos State? Whether you're after a lively lounge, a sports bar, or a spot for local delicacies, Magodo has a growing nightlife scene. Our top-ranked bar, Best Friend Pitch & Restaurant, boasts a 4.8★ rating from 17 reviews, while Pallet Restaurant and Bar (4.6★, 32 reviews) and LIQZ & CHILLZ LIQUOR LOUNGE (4.7★, 18 reviews) are also popular choices. We rank these venues using a mix of Google ratings, review volume, recency, profile completeness, verification, and paid placement, so you can trust our list to guide your next outing.

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  • Editor's Selection#1 in the city
    1
    Pallet Restaurant and Bar — photo

    Pallet Restaurant and Bar

    72.0/ 100
    4.64.6 out of 5 stars32 reviews

    25 adeyemi odukomaiya street, Ikosi isheri lcda, Shangisha, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for 'mortuary standard' cold drinks and top-notch security awareness.

    • great ambiance
    • delicious food
    • cold drinks
    • good music
    • excellent service
    • reasonable prices
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating90
    • Review volume51
    • Review recency43
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment100
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Patience I. ★★★★★ Nice place, good food, good music and excellent customer service. I had a nice time visiting Pallet Restaurant and Bar, and wouldn't mind coming back again and again.
    • Raja ★★★★★ Mind blowing taste experience! This smoked chicken vegetable from Pallet absolutely awakened my taste buds up to a sensory experience that is second to none. Healthy, tasty and bottom plate licking - I def will do this regularly!
  • 2
    Ofada & Abula Special — photo

    Ofada & Abula Special

    71.3/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars359 reviews₦₦

    4A Alh. Basheer Shittu Ave, Magodo GRA Phase II, Lagos 100248, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    One of Surulere's best kept secrets with undisputed best Ofada meals in Lagos.

    • authentic nigerian flavors
    • great ofada rice
    • variety of local dishes
    • moderate prices
    • good customer service
    • small parking
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume85
    • Review recency47
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment88
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Aderemi L. ★★★★ I recently visited Ofada & Abula Place and had a good experience! The food was delicious, with authentic Nigerian flavors that left me wanting more. The service was top-notch - my server was courteous, attentive, and made sure I had everything I needed . The ambiance was also good , creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made me feel right at home. I recommend Ofada & Abula Place for anyone looking for good food and excellent service!"
    • Adam-Ola A. ★★★★ The food here is great! Variety of options for dishes. Moderately priced and always delicious. Their local dish is also fantastic. They have a relatively small parking space but there is also free street parking. They don’t usually turn on the AC so dining in can be a bit hot sometimes but they’ve got OX industrial fans. Alternatively, you can choose to order online through their WhatsApp instead of dining in.
  • 3
    LIQZ & CHILLZ LIQUOR LOUNGE — photo

    LIQZ & CHILLZ LIQUOR LOUNGE

    71.2/ 100
    4.74.7 out of 5 stars18 reviews

    20 C M D Rd, Ikosi Street, Magodo, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Outdoor seating with expressway view and strong wind.

    • outdoor seating
    • expressway view
    • serene atmosphere
    • great service
    • shawarma joint
    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating92
    • Review volume43
    • Review recency65
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment77
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • ARIYO S. ★★★★ Love the outdoor sitting area, you can see the expressway from there, the wind was great as well. They sell numerous alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Ordered for a Schweppes virgin monitor with a plastic origin bitters. Met with other high net worth individuals, connected with them and watched the football match. ( I support Manchester United 😊) They have a shawarma joint downstairs, I got a piece and I must say, the shawarma was awesome 👌 Great place, would definitely visit again.
    • Feranmi's A. ★★★★★ Best place to chill and enjoy and also get nice drinks
  • 4
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    District 10

    68.0/ 100
    4.34.3 out of 5 stars146 reviews

    10 CMD, Jubilee Rd, Magodo Street, Ikosi Ketu, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Popular for engagement proposals with attentive staff and generous portions.

    • good music
    • spacious lounge
    • great food
    • safe environment
    • cozy vibe
    • affordable
    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating83
    • Review volume72
    • Review recency55
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment86
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • OPEOLUWA S. ★★★★★ Enjoyed my stay, I'd like to visit again
    • Adam-Ola A. ★★★★ District 10 was pretty cool! We had a surprise hangout with a friend and it was lovely. Located on cmd road, not far from the Magodo Phase 2 Secretariat Gate. We reserved the place because of the occasion but you can just walk in here without a reservation. They have that cozy and not overly expensive vibe so you can always come around with your friends. I had Jollof rice and peppered turkey and it was actually really fire! I spent about 20,000 naira (apprx $13) on food and drinks and it was worth it. The staff members were pretty chill too, one lovely lady even helped us with our quick decorations. Overall, a cool place if you’re looking for something calm and not too expensive on the mainland.
  • 5
    Paradox Bar and Grill — photo

    Paradox Bar and Grill

    68.0/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars425 reviews₦₦

    8b C M D Rd, Magodo, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Rooftop view of expressway at night, with good asun and seafood okro.

    • rooftop view
    • good asun
    • timely service
    • mixed crowd
    • fair prices
    • friendly manager
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume88
    • Review recency8
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment68
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Bisi O. ★★★★★ Paradox Lounge is a nice place to go hangout with friends. Whether you lie beer, spirits, cocktails, mocktails or smoothies. The Manager, Lanre is welcoming and has a calm influence over the place. Their swallow is lit and their portion of meat is okay for the price. I especially like their seafood okro with poundo and I also enjoyed their Blue Lagoon, Pina Colada, Chapman, Milkshake etc
    • Merrygold O. ★★★★ Nice place. The impression was not too good initially when I sat downstairs till I migrated to their rooftop. You can see the expressway stretch from secretariat bus stop down to Otedola bridge (PS: this view is better at night). Their asun is great, and their menu is fair (Prices choke sometimes). It’s a cool place to chill out with friends.
  • 6
    Best Friend Pitch & Restaurant — photo

    Best Friend Pitch & Restaurant

    67.8/ 100
    4.84.8 out of 5 stars17 reviews

    12 Agbedina Ave, Magodo, Isheri-Olowo-Ira/Shangisha/Magodo Phase I & II 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating93
    • Review volume42
    • Review recency37
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment75
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Idowu C. ★★★★★ Great & Lovely Space With a Massive Pitch💚
    • Mary O. ★★★★★ Their service here is awesome down to their food, cocktails, the taste is so delightful 😋. Nice place to have real cute pictures with the open bar that has the view of the football pitch mehn!!. I just love it here. I'm definitely coming back😊.
  • 7
    Concourse Bar & Grill — photo

    Concourse Bar & Grill

    65.7/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars300 reviews₦₦

    The Grant Suites Funplex Resort, Cmd Road, Ikosi Ketu, Lagos 300001, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Live band with subtle background music, not overly loud like typical DJ bars.

    • live band
    • catfish peppersoup
    • bbq
    • ample parking
    • neat conveniences
    • good ambience
    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume83
    • Review recency11
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment86
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Echechofu G. ★★★★★ I love their catfish peppers soup and BBQ, Snacks food etc
    • Oluwafemi O. ★★★★ Great ambience, the barbecue is good 👍, and the staff are quite lively and fun, all in all a good place to hangout with friends or alone.
  • 8
    INDICA — photo

    INDICA

    56.5/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars4 reviews

    53 Bashir shittu str, Magodo Phase 2, Ikeja 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Chill spot with great view and superb menu.

    • chill spot
    • great view
    • superb menu
    • cozy environment
    • delicious meals
    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume23
    • Review recency12
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment65
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Olakunle M. ★★★★★ Very chill spot with a great view and a superb menu. You should give it a try.
    • Myrthfiona E. ★★★★★ Very nice and cozy environment and delicious meals to crave for
  • 9
    Bajii Garden Raw - Bajii Grills — photo

    Bajii Garden Raw - Bajii Grills

    55.9/ 100
    4.84.8 out of 5 stars8 reviews

    2 Adetoro Adelaja, Magodo, Ikosi Ketu, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Indigenous sumptuous foods and snacks of various delicacies.

    • indigenous foods
    • courteous service
    • parking space
    • quick bite
    • delivery
    Why ranked #9? ▾
    • Google rating93
    • Review volume32
    • Review recency2
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment61
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Odewale G. ★★★★ Very lovely place good for quick bit. It come early recommended as a good place for individual or group or family to be treated indigenous sumptuous foods and snacks of various delicacies. The meals are great with courteous service, its a lovely place to get lovely meals for your price. Their is parking space right in front of the building. You can order for your meals and it will be deliver to you. All the Covid 19. Protocol are follow in this place wearing of face mask is compostry before entry this place both for the customer and the attendance.
  • 10
    SeSe Bar — photo

    SeSe Bar

    33.0/ 100
    3.03.0 out of 5 stars21 reviews

    118 Magodo Dr, Isheri Olofin, Lagos 105102, Lagos, Nigeria

    Why ranked #10? ▾
    • Google rating27
    • Review volume45
    • Review recency3
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • AdeGov A. ★★★★ Cool bar by the river side, manage by one Fela boys. Have a great experience like the shrine... Good food, music, rooms & calm environment.
  • 11

    24hrs grade chicken

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    24hrs grade chicken, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #11? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 12

    Ife joints

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Ife joints, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #12? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 13

    U.C Restaurant & Bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    U.C Restaurant & Bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #13? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 14

    Chi best night club

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Chi best night club, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #14? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 15

    Iya orobo base

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Iya orobo base, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #15? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 16

    Budweiser bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Budweiser bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #16? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 17

    Versatile bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Versatile bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #17? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 18

    Beer Hub

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Beer Hub, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #18? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 19

    Pravic's Corner

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Anuoluwapo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #19? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 20

    Liquor Castle

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Liquor Castle, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #20? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 21

    Lady B beer palour

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Lady B beer palour, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #21? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 22

    Dkibo cool John

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Dkibo cool John, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #22? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 23

    Arise shine bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Arise shine bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #23? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 24

    House 24

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    House 24, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #24? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 25

    Angle 90 joint

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Angle 90 joint, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #25? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 26

    Goldberg bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Goldberg bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #26? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 27

    D c bar & suites

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    D c bar & suites, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #27? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 28

    Friday bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Friday bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #28? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 29

    Babas restaurant and bar

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Babas restaurant and bar, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #29? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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  • 30

    ENE BAR

    8.9/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    ENE BAR, Magodo, Nigeria

    Why ranked #30? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
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Frequently asked questions

What is the highest-rated bar in Magodo?

The highest-rated bar in Magodo is Best Friend Pitch & Restaurant, with a 4.8-star rating based on 17 reviews. It tops our list of 25 ranked bars in the area.

Which bar in Magodo has the most reviews?

Ofada & Abula Special has the most reviews among bars in Magodo, with 359 reviews and a 4.1-star rating. It is ranked 3rd on our list.

Are there any affordable bars in Magodo?

Yes, Ofada & Abula Special has a price level of 2 (moderate), making it a budget-friendly option. It is ranked 3rd with a 4.1-star rating from 359 reviews.

Which bar in Magodo is best for a quiet drink?

LIQZ & CHILLZ LIQUOR LOUNGE, with a 4.7-star rating from 18 reviews, offers a lounge atmosphere that may suit a more relaxed evening. It is ranked 2nd on our list.

How many bars are ranked in Magodo?

We have ranked 25 bars in Magodo, Lagos State. The top 5 include Best Friend Pitch & Restaurant (4.8★), LIQZ & CHILLZ LIQUOR LOUNGE (4.7★), Pallet Restaurant and Bar (4.6★), District 10 (4.3★), and Ofada & Abula Special (4.1★).

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