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Best Jollof Restaurants in Ibadan

The Taste Plug has the highest rating of the five, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, while Ultima Restaurant, Bodija has the largest review count at 2,722 and a 4.0 rating. Rating and review volume point in different directions. Ibadan, Oyo State has 22 ranked jollof restaurants. Marthas Kitchen has 4.2 stars from 1,120 reviews, Five Continents has 4.4 from 270, and Kilimanjaro Restaurant Bodija has 4.1 from 872. Three of the five carry price level 2.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 22 jollof restaurants in Ibadan, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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Ranked: 22
Reviews analyzed: 13K
Photos verified: 21
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Marthas Kitchen
78.1/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars1.1k reviews₦₦
3-52 Sabo-Onireke Road, Ibadan 200284, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume100
Review recency92
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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Popoola D. ★★★★★ : The Aesthetics is nice and they have a wide range of varieties when it come to the food, I even got confused at some point on what to order😂, and they have good customer service, I tried their Chicken Spaghetti and it was really nice. I hope to visit again and try out their sea food menu.
Dewale O. ★★★★★ : While the atmosphere was very nice and the food fresh, it was missing the natural taste I went there for. There was a small pebble in my vegetables which was dissapointing. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. It wasn't crowded but I went 9am Saturday. I hope they pickup their standard because it can be a must do in Ibadan
2
The Taste Plug
74.6/ 100
4.84.8 out of 5 stars35 reviews
16 Grazeland Ave, kolapo ishola Estate, GRA, Ibadan 234036, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for exceptional spaghetti that customers rave about.
- delicious food
- great portions
- fast delivery
- good quality
- best spaghetti
- worth the price
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating93
Review volume52
Review recency56
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment95
Verification0
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Oluajo S. ★★★★★ : The taste plug is the best honestly speaking The food taste so so good 💯💯❤️😗
Akintoyese A. ★★★★★ : 10/10 experience with Taste Plug. Delicious food, great portions, neat packaging, and amazing taste. One of the best food vendors in Ibadan
3
Five Continents
74.1/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars270 reviews
Golden Tulip, Jericho, Ibadan 200284, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume81
Review recency53
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment85
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Deji ★★★★★ : The service here was top notch. The servers are very polite and attentive. Food was really good. We had the Makinde Silver platter and even though they said it was for 3, 4 of us couldn’t finish it. Had to request for “pack to go”. Also had their Oreo milkshake which was heaven. All in all, this place is tops and would definitely do it again.
Deji ★★★★★ : The service here was top notch. The servers are very polite and attentive. Food was really good. We had the Makinde Silver platter and even though they said it was for 3, 4 of us couldn’t finish it. H
4
Kilimanjaro Restaurant Bodija
73.4/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars872 reviews₦₦
Secretariat, Road, Agodi, Ibadan 200285, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Overpriced food with complaints about vegetable and dry turkey.
- overpriced
- friendly staff
- clean environment
- tasteless chicken
- small portions
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume98
Review recency52
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment40
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Samuel E. ★★★★★ : The staff were courteous. I personally believe their food are overpriced though
5
Ultima Restaurant, Bodija
73.3/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars2.7k reviews₦₦
Secretariat Rd, UI Road, adjacent NSCDC Command, Customs, Old Bodija, Ibadan 200285, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers affordable local dishes like amala for #500, surprising for a lounge.
- affordable local food
- good service
- hot interior
- small parking
- polite staff
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Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume100
Review recency60
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
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Don S. ★★★★★ : There food were nice but it doesn't making sense eating inside heat, we understand the economy of the country, you can do better to get fan once since your outlet is a closed one.
rukayat ★★★★★ : When they say, staff that represent your brand , I had a lovely experience today 20th dec 2025. I and my hubby came from lagos to ibadan for a weeding, we were searching frantically for a place to eat, we drove pass a particular fast food and we were reversing and ultima was just a before them, ultima security guard named Abdul Rasheed, stopped us and said are we not eating, we said we were going to the next fast food, boy! he started advertising for Ultima, we should try them, he listed all the food they had , sincerely his marketing prowess got us, and did we regret it no! The food was vey good and the fresh juice was a bang.
6
The Place Restaurant, Bodija Ibadan
70.1/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars87 reviews
New Bodija Estate, Plot 4 UI -Secretariat road, near Aare Avenue, Ibadan 200221, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Spacious parking, wheelchair accessibility, and a feedback computer system at exit.
- good ambience
- affordable
- variety of meals
- spacious parking
- wheelchair accessible
- feedback system
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume65
Review recency51
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment86
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Maryam A. ★★★★★ : I visited The Place for a solo date after Jumuat one afternoon, and the experience was genuinely enjoyable. The aesthetics immediately stood out — clean, cool, and well put together. Despite being a b
Feyisayo O. ★★★★★ : Accesible, serves good food at affordable prices. Also offers variety of meals and ice cream. Has a good ambience too.
7
The JAF (cafe, restaurant and bar)
70.0/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars105 reviews
The JAF, 47 Awolowo Ave, Mokola Hill, Ibadan 200285, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Firewood jollof rice and croissant praised, but some dishes like platter underwhelming.
- excellent service
- great ambience
- firewood jollof rice
- good wine
- sugary frappuccino
- mid platter
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume68
Review recency23
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment93
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8
Item 7go
69.7/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars314 reviews
MKO Abiola Way, beside Dove Petrol Station, Oluyole, Ibadan 200273, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Shawarma quality varies drastically between Lagos and Ibadan locations.
- rice combo
- shawarma
- quality drop
- affordable
- fast service
- takeout only
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume83
Review recency54
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment44
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timothy M. ★★★★★ : This is solely about the Item7go at Challenge in Ibadan, Oyo State. The place itself is beautiful and their rice still seems the same but over the span of just 2 years, their shawarma has literally gone from great to terrible. The Item7go in Lagos State is new and doing great right now. Infact for me, i think they make the best shawarma in Lagos as of today. I just hope that they can maintain this quality standard as time goes on.
timothy M. ★★★★★ : This is solely about the Item7go at Challenge in Ibadan, Oyo State. The place itself is beautiful and their rice still seems the same but over the span of just 2 years, their shawarma has literally go
9
Chicken & Co
68.7/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars7.1k reviews₦₦
Lower Level, The Palms Shopping Mall, MKO Abiola Way, New Gra, Ibadan 200257, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Located inside Palm Mall with a children's play section and high chairs.
- affordable food
- grilled chicken
- ofada rice
- children's play area
- spacious
- good ambience
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume100
Review recency3
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
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10
Chicken Chaos
68.5/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars311 reviews₦₦
IITA Entrance Rd, Ibadan 200136, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
All chicken-curated menu with a beachside garden vibe opposite IITA.
- chicken dishes
- affordable drinks
- calm environment
- friendly staff
- limited menu
- spicy pepper noodles
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume83
Review recency6
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment86
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11
Ijinle Restaurant & Bar
63.8/ 100
4.54.5 out of 5 stars33 reviews₦₦
4 Lani Sogbetun St, Bamigbola Avenue New Bodija Extension, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Authentic 'ibile' setup with strong palm wine and delicious egusi soup.
- authentic nigerian cuisine
- palm wine
- egusi soup
- good pounded yam
- budget-friendly
- slow service
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Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating88
Review volume51
Review recency33
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
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Rotimi O. ★★★★★ : Ijinle has always been a cool spot for me..They've maintained quality over the years...great staff, good food.....Their pounded yam is solid, same with peppersoup.....Their palm wine is very good and strong, don't drink too much, or else you'll get intoxicated 😂
Aanu A ★★★★★ : Ijinle is an ‘ibile (local) setup , it reminds me of those of fantastic village joints where palm wine and native food is served Their egusi was delicious, really delicious and the pounded yam was huge! Was a struggle to finish it . I still salivate when I see pictures of the egusi soup
12
Jollof Square Mokola (Veterinary)
63.6/ 100
4.64.6 out of 5 stars9 reviews
Apete Rd, Ibadan 200116, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating90
Review volume33
Review recency49
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
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Tobi O. ★★★★★ : Today at 8pm I got three plates of rice but guess what the fried rice is spoiled. We couldn't eat it, so we had to throw it away. It's poor of you guys.
Gee O. ★★★★★ : Large chunks of meat with every plate of Jollof.
13
BETAJOLLOF OJOO
60.4/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars4 reviews
B1&B2 Shobu complex Opp Bus Terminal ojoo, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume23
Review recency63
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
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Ahmed O. ★★★★★ : One of the restaurants on the ever busy road just after the second Ojoo roundabout closest to the terminal. It's a really competitive strife here as 4 more are within sights and reach. Good meals. Affordable packages. Seat available for eat in and take away. Outdoor seating and quick attendants.
14
Better Life Restaurant Akobo
60.2/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars98 reviews₦₦
Akobo, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume67
Review recency49
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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Ridwan O. ★★★★★ : The food tastes so good. I really enjoy my meal. And their customer service is not bad as well.
Ayobami O. ★★★★★ : Good food. Nice environment. There's room for improvement with staff handling of customers. All in all, I like it.
15
Amala 247 by Jokarlex sharon cuisine
60.1/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars10 reviews
48 Awolowo Road, Old Bodija, Ibadan 200285, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers local indoor games while waiting for food.
- light amala
- soft meat
- clean atmosphere
- affordable prices
- indoor games
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Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume35
Review recency7
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment80
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16
Beta Jollof
59.8/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars70 reviews₦₦
30 Eleyele- Ologuneru Rd, Eleyele, Ibadan 200129, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume62
Review recency48
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Lawrence O. ★★★★★ : Their food taste really nice, but their jollof rice is kinda hard..
Damhindi M. ★★★★★ : The experience was okay, their services were not too bad, I got only proteins though and I enjoyed it
17
TNE KITCHEN (BEST SMOKY PARTY JOLLOF RICE IN IBADAN | BULK FOOD | AFTER PARTY MINI-FOOD)
57.2/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
Cannon Babatunde, 4 Olorunlogbon Quarters, Apata, Ibadan 200131, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency28
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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18
JOLLOF & Co Kitchen
55.5/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
Blue Roof, Saki Garage, Sango, opposite Total Energies Filling Station, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency66
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
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19
Jollof Square Mokola
54.9/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars14 reviews
9 Gbadebo St, Mokola Rd, Mokola Hill, Ibadan 200132, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #19? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume39
Review recency36
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Omolara O. ★★★★★ : Their food is unique, the customer service is fabulous, the ambience is so calm. It has the best smokey jollof in ibadan
20
Jollof Square Apete
18.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
13 Apete Rd, Ibadan 200116, Ibadan 200101, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #20? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
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21
Jollof Square Ashi
18.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
70 Ogunmola Avenue, Ashi Rd, Bodija, Ibadan 200212, Oyo, Nigeria
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Why ranked #21? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
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22
The Lime
75.1/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars172 reviews₦₦
Bond mall’s Rooftop, MKO Abiola Way, LGA, Oluyole, Ibadan 200253, Oyo, Nigeria
Review analysis
Best mocktails in Ibadan and entertaining fire dancers.
- great atmosphere
- best mocktails
- fire dancers
- good service
- date night
- friday nightlife
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #22? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume75
Review recency50
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment91
Verification0
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Recent reviews
seun O. ★★★★★ : The Lime is a rooftop restaurant and lounge in a new complex with lots of potential. The highlight was the entertaining fire dancers—quite a spectacle!I didn't try the food this time. The waiters were courteous and friendly, but service was a bit slow.Overall, a promising spot with great vibes—worth checking out!
seun O. ★★★★★ : The Lime is a rooftop restaurant and lounge in a new complex with lots of potential. The highlight was the entertaining fire dancers—quite a spectacle!I didn't try the food this time. The waiters were

What the data shows for jollof restaurants in Ibadan

Counted from every jollof restaurants ranked in Ibadan, Oyo State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 22
With 5+ reviews: 17
Rated 4.5 or higher: 6
Median reviews: 79
Phone listed: 20 of 22
Opening hours listed: 21 of 22

17 of the 22 jollof restaurants ranked in Ibadan have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 13,320 reviews.

Of the 22, 6 score 4.5 or higher, 13 sit between 4.0 and 4.4, 1 are below 4.0 and 2 have no rating yet.

The median jollof restaurants here has 79 reviews.

Chicken & Co has the most, 7,060 at 4.2, followed by Ultima Restaurant, Bodija (2,722) and Marthas Kitchen (1,132).

20 list a phone number, 12 a website and 21 opening hours; 21 have a photo on file.

On Google's price scale 9 are marked inexpensive or moderate; the other 13 carry no price marker.

Across the 25 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes jollof restaurants, the median city lists 18; Ibadan has 22, more than the median.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Which jollof restaurant in Ibadan has the highest rating?

The Taste Plug has the highest rating of the five at 4.8 stars from 35 reviews. Five Continents follows at 4.4 from 270 reviews, giving it a lower score but a much larger review count.

Which Ibadan jollof restaurant has the most Google reviews?

Ultima Restaurant, Bodija has the largest review count, with 2,722 reviews and a 4.0 rating. Marthas Kitchen is next on volume with 1,120 reviews and 4.2 stars.

How many jollof restaurants are ranked in Ibadan?

There are 22 ranked jollof restaurants in Ibadan, Oyo State. The first five range from 35 reviews for The Taste Plug to 2,722 for Ultima Restaurant, Bodija.

Does The Taste Plug have a large review base?

The Taste Plug has 35 reviews behind its 4.8 rating. That is enough to move beyond a handful, though it is far fewer than Marthas Kitchen's 1,120 or Ultima Restaurant, Bodija's 2,722.

Which of these jollof restaurants have price level 2?

Marthas Kitchen, Kilimanjaro Restaurant Bodija and Ultima Restaurant, Bodija each carry price level 2. Their ratings are 4.2, 4.1 and 4.0 respectively, based on 1,120, 872 and 2,722 reviews.

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