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Best Karaoke Bars in Calabar — 2026 Rankings

Looking for the best karaoke bars in Calabar? We've ranked the top 20 karaoke bars in Calabar, Cross River State, based on Google ratings, customer reviews, photos, profile completeness, and our proprietary ranking algorithm.

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    Repeated comments about service speed, cleanliness, portions, and pricing are more useful than one viral review.

20 results
  • Editor's Selection#1 in the city
    1
    Bays Bar Calabar — photo

    Bays Bar Calabar

    68.4/ 100
    4.34.3 out of 5 stars148 reviews₦₦

    1b felix Nsemo Drive Secretariat road, Diamond Hill Rd, Old Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Renovated with video game room, gym, swimming pool, and snack shop with best milk bread.

    • renovated
    • video game room
    • gym
    • swimming pool
    • snack shop
    • milk bread
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating83
    • Review volume72
    • Review recency32
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment86
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    Recent reviews

    • Lehiowo O. ★★★★★ A nice hangout spot for nightcrawlers. I especially love their snack shop. Their milk bread is the best I've had in a while
    • Ogbu S. ★★★★ Trying to accommodate so many tables in a tiny space. It looks crowded.
  • 2
    Deluxe Grill, Bar & Restaurant In Calabar — photo

    Deluxe Grill, Bar & Restaurant In Calabar

    66.0/ 100
    4.24.2 out of 5 stars110 reviews₦₦

    5b Nsefik Road, Eyo Layout, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for its Deluxe Signature Fish and mouth-watering milkshake.

    • serene environment
    • good food
    • fish pepper soup
    • good music
    • wheelchair accessible
    • table tennis
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating80
    • Review volume68
    • Review recency4
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment86
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Mr C. ★★★★ It’s a wonderful place for bar relaxation, there’re so many dishes and drinks. I enjoyed my time there, and I do recommend you to try it out.
    • Ndiana W. ★★★★★ Serene environment, good food, mouth watering milkshake, spicy fish peppersoup, good music, and nice service.. 💯
  • 3
    Amber Karaoke Lounge — photo

    Amber Karaoke Lounge

    66.0/ 100
    4.34.3 out of 5 stars103 reviews

    X8MV+46H, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Karaoke nights with a lively, club-like atmosphere and expensive drinks.

    • great music
    • lively environment
    • karaoke
    • expensive drinks
    • limited parking
    • pos issues
    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating83
    • Review volume67
    • Review recency29
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment78
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Chukwuebuka M. ★★★★★ Amber karaoke lounge is The best place to hangout and relax The have the best club in Calabar
    • tam B. ★★★★ Well well well...if you're new in Calabar or just trying to come on a vacation, Amber's is actually a nice place to go and lounge. It's actually located according to the map a place called Etegbo, popularly known as :fiesta'. I most warn you it's not your typical lounge, here it's more like a night club, expensive drinks and so many rules. The least wine it's actually 20k and 2k for energy drink. The DJ is nice, the drummer is awesome' love that guy, security is actually good, don't like the bouncer there kind of dubious. Watch out for that one. The barman is kind, waitress don't really care just spend your money.
  • 4
    Trident Lounge by Half Court and Apartments — photo

    Trident Lounge by Half Court and Apartments

    63.9/ 100
    4.24.2 out of 5 stars144 reviews₦₦

    6 Donatus, Offiong Etim Ave, Parliamentary Extension, opposite Power Plant, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Combines a karaoke lounge, snooker bar, and goat leg meals in a serene environment.

    • serene environment
    • karaoke lounge
    • snooker bar
    • goat leg meals
    • affordable services
    • good facilities
    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating80
    • Review volume72
    • Review recency6
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment86
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    Recent reviews

    • Verily O. ★★★★★ Such a comfortable place to be.... I love the environment and everything is too notch.
    • Louis I. ★★★★ It was fun. 80% steady power and games. Services are affordable and reliable
  • 6
    Angles Bar & Lounge — photo

    Angles Bar & Lounge

    60.2/ 100
    3.83.8 out of 5 stars123 reviews₦₦

    O, C, 39 Atekong Dr, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating65
    • Review volume70
    • Review recency56
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
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    Recent reviews

    • Engr E. ★★★★★ Nice place to relax and watch football
    • Poirot ★★★★ Relaxing ambience and really friendly. I particularly like how it's situated and our baby faced attendant kept it fun. Thanks for the effort to quickly get what we requested even when your establishment didn't have one on hand👍🏽
  • 7
    Zero Arena Club — photo

    Zero Arena Club

    60.2/ 100
    4.34.3 out of 5 stars39 reviews

    by Fi Ekong, Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Combines a club, cozy lounge (Office Pub), and outdoor food vendor in one venue.

    • good music
    • spacious
    • slow start
    • overpriced drinks
    • rude bouncers
    • cozy lounge
    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating83
    • Review volume53
    • Review recency27
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment56
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    Recent reviews

    • opra W. ★★★★★ Zero Arena Club is the best club I have seen 💙 in Calabar and environs so far. World class premium service.
    • Mathias A. ★★★★★ Club Zero is a club but also has a cozy lounge called the Office Pub and a outdoor food vendor who serves the entire premises.Lovely place to chill,lounge and also party hard in the center of Calabar,Marian road
  • 8
    Tortuga — photo

    Tortuga

    59.9/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars3 reviews

    5 Barracks Rd, Akim Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume20
    • Review recency55
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Bassey U. ★★★★★ A warm, cozy bar with soft lighting and an inviting atmosphere
  • 9
    De Sauce Rooftop — photo

    De Sauce Rooftop

    58.1/ 100
    4.24.2 out of 5 stars99 reviews

    92 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Rooftop venue with a popular food spot (Munchies and Shakes) in the compound.

    • good dj
    • nice waiter
    • great aesthetics
    • amazing food
    • limited beer options
    • good ambiance
    Why ranked #9? ▾
    • Google rating80
    • Review volume67
    • Review recency4
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment78
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    Recent reviews

    • Joy O. ★★★★★ The ambiance, music, food, customer service were just amazing ❤️
    • Shades W. ★★★★ The DJ was one of the good part of my stay, the waiter that attended to us was nice and polite. Love the aesthetics, they did a thing with it. We placed an order for Four cousins and they didn’t have
  • 10
    Kings Bar Akai Effa — photo

    Kings Bar Akai Effa

    57.6/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars101 reviews₦₦

    2924+JF6, Mcc Rd, Ikot Uduak, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #10? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume67
    • Review recency16
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Daniel B. ★★★★ Noisy and poor services, my ears are still make noise from yesterday night bad sound and Noisy Mc from kings bar, the place is not conducive because of bad sound and Noisy Mc.
    • Goodness O. ★★★★★ It was an amazing reunion with my friends way back from primary and secondary school, I feel joyful anytime I am opportune to visit them. At this bar we had snails which are so cheap, goes for 250 per stick that contains three pieces of seizable snails and we had Pomo which are thick and well spice. It goes for 100 each but very tasty. Traveling is a great form of education and wow I could see how calabar men enjoy thier drinks with periwinkle. lol amazing because I never get to see that in abuja lol Prices of drinks are so affordable and safe location.
  • 11
    Clubdelve Atimbo — photo

    Clubdelve Atimbo

    57.5/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars217 reviews₦₦

    106 Marian road, by Mary Slessor Ave, Municipality, Calabar 540122, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for having the best DJ in Calabar, according to recent reviews.

    • good dj
    • live band
    • wheelchair accessible
    • affordable
    • friendly staff
    • lodging issues
    Why ranked #11? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume78
    • Review recency25
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment59
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Uyoemem I. ★★★★★ It's March 2025, Delve Bar by Mary Slazor officially has the best DJ in Calabar.
    • alpha E. ★★★★★ 3 star cause the dj is lit For the hotel the only room available was the one they use for short rest They had to make we wait till 10pm before I can check in and checkout time is 10am The shower is spoilt and the water closet cant flush well
  • 12

    Little Havana

    53.9/ 100
    4.44.4 out of 5 stars47 reviews

    31 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Vegetable mixed with bitter leaf soup is a standout dish.

    • good music
    • cold drinks
    • lively environment
    • single entrance/exit
    • bitter leaf soup
    Why ranked #12? ▾
    • Google rating86
    • Review volume56
    • Review recency6
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment71
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • BUKASONATION A. ★★★★ It's a nice place, I visited at night and the dj was giving me plenty of good music and so much more fun from the hype man, I did enjoy here 🥳🥳
    • Chikezie U. ★★★★ It was really nice...cool people and lively environment
  • 13
    Don Mario Lounge — photo

    Don Mario Lounge

    53.4/ 100
    4.44.4 out of 5 stars20 reviews

    284R+MV9, Ikot Akasuk, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Known for lively atmosphere with good DJ and sound system.

    • nice place
    • sit out
    • good dj
    • top notch service
    • lit
    Why ranked #13? ▾
    • Google rating86
    • Review volume44
    • Review recency4
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment64
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    Recent reviews

    • DJ O. ★★★★★ The place is lit, nice sound, good DJ and top notch service
  • 14
    PARIS PUB & LOUNGE — photo

    PARIS PUB & LOUNGE

    53.3/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars4 reviews

    Asari Eso, Layout, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #14? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume23
    • Review recency38
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • DjBadosky T. ★★★★★ The Ambience, the Serenity of the environment, large parking spaces. Oooh, the music is great, plus they also provide lodging services.
  • 15
    jasper night club — photo

    jasper night club

    49.6/ 100
    3.93.9 out of 5 stars28 reviews₦₦

    Effion Ntioro Street, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #15? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume49
    • Review recency0
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 16

    Amber lounge

    49.4/ 100
    4.54.5 out of 5 stars2 reviews

    283W+F6V, Marian Rd, Ikot Akasuk, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #16? ▾
    • Google rating88
    • Review volume16
    • Review recency55
    • Profile completeness0
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 18
    Zanzee Bar — photo

    Zanzee Bar

    43.6/ 100
    3.53.5 out of 5 stars122 reviews₦₦

    32b Parliamentary village, Ishie Town, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Poolside bar with friendly service, but rooms have maintenance issues.

    • poolside bar
    • friendly service
    • small rooms
    • inconsistent water
    • faulty ac
    • expensive rooms
    Why ranked #18? ▾
    • Google rating50
    • Review volume70
    • Review recency1
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment44
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Namse U. ★★★★ The poolside bar is awesome. The customer service is friendly.
  • 19

    Channel View Karaoke Bar

    12.2/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    14 Mcc Road, Channel View Hotel, IBB Way, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #19? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 20

    Channel View Karaoke Bar

    12.2/ 100
    Not yet rated0 reviews

    Channel View Hotel, 14 MCC Rd, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #20? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the highest-rated karaoke bars in Calabar?

Bays Bar Calabar is currently ranked #1 with 4.3 stars from 148 Google reviews.

How many karaoke bars are in Calabar?

We currently track 20 karaoke bars in Calabar, Cross River State.

How are these karaoke bars ranked?

Our composite score combines Google rating (40%), review volume (25%), review recency (15%), profile completeness (10%), verification (5%), and paid placement (5%).

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