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Best Chinese Restaurants in Lafia

Lafia's figures split between rating and review volume. Prince Henry Foods has 4.2 stars from 12 reviews, the highest rating in this group. Lavista Fries Lafia has the largest review record, 3.8 stars from 1,191 reviews, while DEXTER'S has 3.9 stars from 101 reviews. Nine Chinese restaurants are ranked in Lafia, Nasarawa State. DEZEAL CHINESE RESTAURANT has 4.0 stars from 5 reviews, and Confindence Hotel has 3.4 stars from 5. The two five-review profiles provide limited evidence beside the larger counts.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 9 chinese restaurants in Lafia, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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

Ranked: 9
Reviews analyzed: 1.4K
Photos verified: 8
Last refresh: 1d ago

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DEZEAL CHINESE RESTAURANT
52.7/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars5 reviews
7 Ajayi Rd, Aguda, Lagos 101232, Lagos, Nigeria
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Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume26
Review recency54
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Omotayo O. ★★★★★ : Tried De Zeal's seafood noodles from Glovo for the first time. Wasn't sure what to expect due to the few food pictures I have seen, but it turned out good! Mine was packed to the brim with lots of noodles, seafood like crab, shrimp, mushrooms and others. Looking forward to ordering more Chinese meals from them when the craving hits! 🍜🦐🦀 Update (2025): Ordered the honey spare ribs with paprika — tender and delicious. Also tried the rice noodles with beef. The noodles were a bit too soft, but the beef added a nice texture. Finally, I had the Singapore-style fried vermicelli special. The portion was good and the noodles were fine, but it didn’t have much flavour. I also would’ve preferred the veggies and protein to be mixed in properly before packaging.
Omole V. ★★★★★ : Got bbq pork ribs and soy sauce fried rice, the rice was mid you definitely need to get a sauce to accompany it, but no foil flavors and veggies looked really fresh too, pork ribs tasted real nice tho , they could try to use less fattier cuts of pork but I guess it's cheaper, it was ordered on glovo , I was looking for reviews did not find one so I am dropping this for other people . I was not wowed but no regrets about the purchase either, will try other things on their menu later.
2
Confindence Hotel
41.0/ 100
3.43.4 out of 5 stars5 reviews
GGWM+F32 Behind Government College, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
- friendly staff
- serene environment
- family atmosphere
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating45
Review volume26
Review recency64
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment61
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Paulblaiz I. ★★★★★ : A very nice and serene environment
Agathe A. ★★★★★ : Cool setting, family atmosphere, and the waitresses are very friendly, I recommend it
3
Lavista Fries Lafia
67.8/ 100
3.83.8 out of 5 stars1.2k reviews₦₦
Makurdi - Jos Rd, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Surprising hidden sit-out with bar and grill behind the main restaurant.
- slow service
- cold food
- rude staff
- tasty grilled fish
- hidden bar
- good for travelers
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating65
Review volume100
Review recency54
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment56
Verification0
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Joseph O. ★★★★★ : Lavista is a good place to dine/stopover lunch if you are passing through Lafia or residence in Lafia.
Simpa S. ★★★★★ : This is the most unprofessional dine-in I have experienced in my life. We got our food 30 min after dishing. Between dishing and microwaving the food, it took 30min They complained about their generator spoiled. After 30min, they still came out with cold food and fish.
4
DEXTER'S
59.1/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars101 reviews₦₦
GG5C+XCW, Makurdi - Jos Rd, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Affordable bread praised but mocktails poorly executed.
- delicious bread
- affordable
- hot environment
- poor mocktails
- early closing
- good service
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume67
Review recency10
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment56
Verification0
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Browne P. ★★★★★ : Absolutely delicious! This bread has a mouthwatering taste that makes every bite a delight. The texture is perfect, and it's so satisfying to enjoy with a variety of toppings or simply on its own. Plus, the affordable price makes it even more irresistible!
Samuel A. ★★★★★ : Nice place to eat or get light snack, their food prices are fair and the taste not bad, the environment is very neat and friendly, located along the major express, enough space for car owners. Sadly they close as early as 9pm.
5
Prince Henry Foods
58.5/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars12 reviews
Old police Barack, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for chicken masa and shawarma, with standout yaji seasoning.
- delicious food
- chicken masa
- shawarma
- yaji
- good packaging
- on-time delivery
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume37
Review recency15
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment71
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Ugbana B. ★★★★★ : Totally an amazing food plug in lafia. Amazing dishes and delivery is on time. Price choke sometimes though
Aren V. ★★★★★ : I'm writing to confess my love for [Prince Henry food]. Every time I try it, I'm hooked. The flavors, the texture... it's perfection. Do you share my obsession?
6
New Normal Food Restaurant
50.9/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
23 Yakubu Mohammed Street, behind UBA, opp. Government Science School, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency5
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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7
Lace Restaurants and Bakeries Lafia
50.0/ 100
3.73.7 out of 5 stars61 reviews₦₦
Opposite lafia polythechnic, GGVM+849, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating60
Review volume60
Review recency9
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Femi A. ★★★★★ : I visited a branch of this restaurant at Keffi days before visiting the Lafia branch. The food, service and atmosphere at the Keffi branch was amazing, but I was disappointed when I visited their branch at Lafia, it's nothing close to the Keffi branch.
John S. ★★★★★ : A great eatery with great food, nice facilities and friendly people. Definitely recommended.
8
Restaurant
49.3/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars22 reviews
GGMH+764, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume45
Review recency4
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Love K. ★★★★★ : Their meals are quite affordable and is just by the road side along Jos road lafia
adams S. ★★★★★ : Very good food and excellent customer service
9
MG Munch Gallery
49.1/ 100
3.83.8 out of 5 stars36 reviews
GGHM+9CP, Unnamed Road, Lafia 950101, Nasarawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating65
Review volume52
Review recency2
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Hauwa'u A. ★★★★★ : 3 stars because the place is quite neat and the food was great but the protein... Then their service was weak and particularly the food attendant/waitress is quite rude and unfriendly; like she doesn't know how to talk to customers. Recommendations •Check for expiry dates. •Menu. •Staff training.
yusuf T. ★★★★★ : The restaurant has nice attendants. The dish is affordable and tasty

What the data shows for chinese restaurants in Lafia

Counted from every chinese restaurants ranked in Lafia, Nasarawa State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 9
With 5+ reviews: 8
Rated 4.5 or higher: 1
Median reviews: 22
Phone listed: 9 of 9
Opening hours listed: 7 of 9

8 of the 9 chinese restaurants ranked in Lafia have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 1,444 reviews.

Of the 9, 1 score 4.5 or higher, 2 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 6 are below 4.0.

The median chinese restaurants here has 22 reviews.

Lavista Fries Lafia has the most, 1,201 at 3.8, followed by DEXTER'S (101) and Lace Restaurants and Bakeries Lafia (61).

9 list a phone number, 2 a website and 7 opening hours; 8 have a photo on file.

Across the 27 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes chinese restaurants, the median city lists 17; Lafia has 9, 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 listed Chinese restaurant has the highest rating?

Prince Henry Foods has the highest rating among these five businesses, at 4.2 stars from 12 reviews. DEZEAL CHINESE RESTAURANT follows with 4.0 stars from 5 reviews. The difference is small, and both ratings come from relatively limited review counts.

How many Chinese restaurants are ranked in Lafia?

Nine Chinese restaurants are ranked in Lafia, Nasarawa State. The listed ratings include 4.2 stars from 12 reviews for Prince Henry Foods, 3.8 stars from 1,191 reviews for Lavista Fries Lafia, and 3.9 stars from 101 reviews for DEXTER'S.

How should I read the ratings with so few reviews?

Review volume varies sharply. DEZEAL CHINESE RESTAURANT has 4.0 stars from 5 reviews, while Confindence Hotel has 3.4 stars from 5 reviews. Prince Henry Foods has 4.2 stars from 12 reviews. Those counts give a limited record, so the ratings should be read as small samples rather than a long track record.

Which Chinese restaurant has the most Google reviews in Lafia?

Lavista Fries Lafia has the largest review count listed, with 1,191 reviews and a 3.8-star rating. DEXTER'S follows at 101 reviews and 3.9 stars. Both have price level 2. The higher review volume does not automatically produce the higher rating.

How is the order of these businesses determined?

Placement follows the recorded business information, including ratings and review counts, rather than paid placement. For example, DEZEAL CHINESE RESTAURANT has 4.0 stars from 5 reviews, while Lavista Fries Lafia has 3.8 stars from 1,191 reviews. The two records differ in both rating and review volume.

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