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Best Cafes in Apapa

Orchid House Thai Restaurant in Apapa leads the 16 cafes here with a 4.3 rating from 361 reviews, the highest score among those with a substantial review base. J5 Lounge & Bar has the most reviews at 623 but a lower 3.9 rating. The list includes a mix of restaurants, lounges, and bakeries, with several places carrying no rating at all.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 16 cafes in Apapa, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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

Ranked: 16
Reviews analyzed: 2.1K
Photos verified: 16
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Editor's Selection#1 in the city
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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 #1? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume85
Review recency15
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment93
Verification0
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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.
2
Underground Bakery And Fast Food
68.0/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars389 reviews₦₦
3 Kofo Abayomi Ave, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume86
Review recency60
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Iboro U. ★★★★★ : My favorite spot wen it's comes to foodie 😉
Mogán PG ★★★★★ : Their freshly baked goods are consistently soft, flavorful, and presented with care. The fast food menu is equally impressive as well. The staff is friendly, the ambiance is welcoming, and the prices are reasonable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a mix of fresh bakery delights and satisfying fast food.
3
Arewa African Cuisine
65.1/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars131 reviews₦₦
11 Randle Rd, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume71
Review recency46
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Olawale W. ★★★★★ : I love their reception and the ambience. Good food and drink, all for a fair price
Gabi S. ★★★★★ : I sure enjoyed food and services at Arewa African Cuisine Apapa, during my short stay in Lagos, way back 2018. Look forward to another experience soon.
4
My Lagos Jungle Cafe
63.7/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars11 reviews
Broad St, Lagos Island, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Surprisingly affordable food and drinks inside Freedom Park, with generous spicy sauces.
- affordable
- good coffee
- friendly staff
- spicy sauces
- freedom park location
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume36
Review recency53
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment86
Verification0
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DG Y. ★★★★★ : A cafe located inside the Freedom Park. The food and the drinks were surprisingly good and very affordable. Just out of curiosity, I tried their tropical latte and it was very refreshing with just the right amount of tropical juice. Be warned, it seems they're generous with the use of spicy sauces in their dishes even when the menu doesn't mention it.
Obine A. ★★★★★ : We visited My Lagos jungle cafe after a walkthrough of the Freedom Park. We had a variety of drinks which were well made, service was really good. If you are on the Lagos Island, I will highly recommend a cold, fresh drink from the guys.
5
Eleba Restaurant & lounge
62.8/ 100
4.84.8 out of 5 stars18 reviews
18 Ware House Rd, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Serves coffee brewed with Moka Pots and unique teas like Lemongrass/Ginger/Cloves.
- tasty african dishes
- homemade feel
- loud music
- good for takeout
- eko rice
- vegetable soup
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Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating93
Review volume43
Review recency26
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
Verification0
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Abasiofon A. ★★★★★ : Food is nice overall, but unnecessary loud music and noise, not ideal for dining in only good for takeouts. I complained concerning the loud and razz music but nothing was done about it.
olawale B. ★★★★★ : They also serve Coffee beautifully brewed with Moka Pots at their upper deck lounge. Their teas; Lemon Grass/Ginger/ Cloves and Hibiscus/Clove are amazing 🤩
6
LUKROT AFRICAN FOODS
60.9/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars20 reviews
12 Wharf, Road, local government, off Itapeju St, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume44
Review recency45
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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adedammylare P. ★★★★★ : I recommended LUKROT AFRICAN FOODS to everyone out there...It good place for good food
yusuf B. ★★★★★ : Wonderful experience at lukrot African foods with a lot of good delicacies and a beautiful environment
7
Hot Fun Cafe
59.6/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars33 reviews₦₦
32 Calcutta Cres, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume51
Review recency6
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Anderson B. ★★★★★ : The place is nice, but the games were quite boring, and I lost most of the time.
8
Avondale Restaurant
59.4/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars63 reviews
33 Marine Rd, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume60
Review recency13
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Sivaprasad M. ★★★★★ : A very good restaurant at Apapa. All types of food and drinks are available. Good ambiance to chill out with friends. Very good location. Good parking available.very neat and clean space. Good support from staff. Affordable prices for all dishes.
Eno U. ★★★★★ : It's an ok spot. They have indoor, outdoor, smoking and non-smoking areas. Most customers are foreigners but serve all kinds of Nigerian delicacies. They have a bomb suya guy also, if that's your thing. Visit and enjoy.
9
Destiny Stomach Care
55.4/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars33 reviews
5 Ado Ave, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume51
Review recency8
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Teniade O. ★★★★★ : Food is good, their service is also okay and the environment and atmosphere is very neat and conducive
Rachael L. ★★★★★ : Prefer to do take outs. Could get crowded really quickly. The food is not bad.
10
Karma Restaurant
65.8/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars64 reviews
17B Burma Rd, Apapa, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume60
Review recency44
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment73
Verification0
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ikenga O. ★★★★★ : Lovely place. wonderful staffs and friendly management. Credit to Mr Akash for consistent standard he maintained ever since he took over. Give it a try today . Regards. Ikenga
Vicky v ★★★★★ : Lovely food and warm ambience. Shout out to Akash and Chef Jeevan for ensuring the overall experience of dining here.
11
GEEKAS
61.1/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars321 reviews₦₦
4 Calcutta Cres, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
Review analysis
Combines affordable traditional Nigerian dishes with a clean, upscale ambiance.
- good food
- pocket friendly
- hot atmosphere
- slow service
- chip system
- traditional cuisine
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Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume84
Review recency8
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
Verification0
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Samuel O. ★★★★★ : The atmosphere can be improved on. A customer cannot be coming in from the sun to eat in an hot atmosphere. The AC is not cooling enough. The backup fan is only stationed in one direction. I ate pounded yam with hot stew and I was sweating on it. It just does not make sense. The atmosphere should match the value expected for the service delivery in total.
Oluwatosin A. ★★★★★ : Very cool Restaurant, delicious meal served!
12
The Galley Restaurant
59.4/ 100
4.64.6 out of 5 stars13 reviews
Harbour Road, Apapa Quays, Lagos 102272, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating90
Review volume38
Review recency14
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment75
Verification0
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Adaeze F. ★★★★★ : Homemade food is great. I recommend it.
ANDREW E. ★★★★★ : Menh the meal was delicious most Expecially the pounded yam and Vegetable soup am not over hyping D Galley But honestly u need to visit The Galley today if you have not.
13
Lava restaurant and Apartment
55.1/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
13th floor penthouse, Folawiyo Towers, Degema Cl, Apapa GRA, Lagos 101252, Lagos, Nigeria
- great time
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Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency29
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment60
Verification0
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14
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 #14? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume93
Review recency51
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment63
Verification0
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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!
15
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 #15? ▾
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.
16
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 #16? ▾
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.

What the data shows for cafes in Apapa

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

Ranked: 16
With 5+ reviews: 15
Rated 4.5 or higher: 6
Median reviews: 33
Phone listed: 15 of 16
Opening hours listed: 16 of 16

15 of the 16 cafes ranked in Apapa have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 2,105 reviews.

Of the 16, 6 score 4.5 or higher, 8 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 2 are below 4.0.

The median cafe here has 33 reviews.

J5 Lounge & Bar has the most, 627 at 3.9, followed by Underground Bakery And Fast Food (389) and Orchid House Thai Restaurant - Apapa (361).

15 list a phone number, 3 a website and 16 opening hours; 16 have a photo on file.

On Google's price scale 6 are marked inexpensive or moderate; the other 10 carry no price marker.

Across the 68 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes cafes, the median city lists 17; Apapa has 16, 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 cafe in Apapa has the best rating?

Orchid House Thai Restaurant and Karma Restaurant both have 4.3 stars. Orchid House has 361 reviews, while Karma has only 64, so Orchid House's rating is based on more feedback.

How many cafes are listed in Apapa?

we list 16 cafes in Apapa. The top five by our ordering are Orchid House Thai Restaurant, J5 Lounge & Bar, Underground Bakery And Fast Food, Karma Restaurant, and Arewa African Cuisine.

Why do some cafes have no rating?

Some cafes in the list do not have Google reviews yet, so they show no rating. This means we cannot judge their quality from user feedback, only that they exist as businesses.

How is the ranking ordered?

The order is based on a combination of factors including the number of reviews and the rating, with more weight given to businesses that have a solid review base. It is not a simple best-first list.

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