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Best Nigerian Restaurants in Yola

Al Mirasa (African and Arabian Food) has the most reviews of the five highest placed profiles in Yola, with 4.2 stars from 167 reviews. Damada Munchies has the highest rating at 4.8, though that score comes from 6 reviews. Yola, Adamawa State has 20 Nigerian restaurants in the count. Sholly RESTAURANT has 4.0 stars from 97 reviews, while Mess 22 Restaurant and catering services has 4.1 from 56. LA Rosa Intercontinental Restaurant and Bar has 3.9 from 159 reviews and price level 2. Al Mirasa also has price level 2.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 20 nigerian restaurants in Yola, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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Ranked: 20
Reviews analyzed: 3.2K
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Sholly RESTAURANT
65.6/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars97 reviews
7C8V+GWM, Karewa, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Budget-friendly delicious meals with a variety of options and outdoor seating.
- budget friendly
- delicious meals
- affordable prices
- good customer service
- outdoor seating
- variety of drinks
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Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume66
Review recency49
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment88
Verification0
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zee N. ★★★★★ : If you are in Yola just go there. Food is really good
Prosper C. ★★★★★ : Budget friendly delicious meals
2
Mess 22 Restaurant and catering services
62.9/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars56 reviews
63 Hospital Road, Jimeta, Yola 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for affordable white soup and pounded yam at #1,000.
- white soup
- pounded yam
- affordable
- tasty food
- small space
- wrong address
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume59
Review recency46
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
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Jennifer O. ★★★★★ : The first I taste their white soup it was delicious , hoping to visit soon
Udeme E. ★★★★★ : The food is ok ,not spectacular but also not bland.
3
LA Rosa Intercontinental Restaurant and Bar
58.9/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars159 reviews₦₦
Off Galadima Aminu Wy, behind UBA, adjacent CBN, way, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Best pizza in Nigeria according to one reviewer, with garden-like outdoor seating.
- cozy environment
- good food
- aesthetic garden
- affordable rates
- slow service
- digital menu needed
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume73
Review recency13
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment68
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Charles U. ★★★★★ : The ambience is open and allows for better ventilation. Music could be loud. The food was okay but it could be improved on.
Taniyodi O. ★★★★★ : It was such a cozy environment. The food quality is good, though a bit costly. The waiting time is also something to look into. If the management can look into helping the customers to receive the orders on time will be good. Also, I feel that suggestion box should also be provided for customer. It is also important if there would be a digitalized menu for the restaurant, where the customers can scan the barcode and have access to the
4
Al Mirasa (African and Arabian Food)
56.8/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars167 reviews₦₦
5 Gimba Road, Jimeta, 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume74
Review recency2
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
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5
Damada Munchies
54.6/ 100
4.84.8 out of 5 stars6 reviews
5FWQ+C2R, Bye - Pass Road, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating93
Review volume28
Review recency6
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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6
Nuhuwa Guest House
52.2/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
5FQ9+9G3, Numan Road, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- good service
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency0
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment55
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7
Fasnet Restaurant
52.0/ 100
3.73.7 out of 5 stars16 reviews
Yola Rd, opposite Federal Secretariat, Along, Jimeta 640231, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating60
Review volume41
Review recency59
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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abu H. ★★★★★ : Horrid attitude from some of the staff! The food was absolutely terrible!!!! Cold, salty, low quality! I ordered the pizza, chicken popsicle,, jollof with grilled chicken, spicy wings and green salad. Took a few bits of each things and paled the rest to give away,, was putrid! How can you get even green salad wrong ??? How can you be serving cold chicken?? I literally felt sick after eating there. DONT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY! The worst part was I went to break my fast there I Ramadan, and after a fasting all day, one is usually less fussy and things taste more delicious than they are, but this was a mega let down after fasting the whole day, and again the attitude of staff except the one girl absolutely stinks
IM_Aly ★★★★★ : I heard about the restaurant from my sister. I went there on a Thursday evening, It was quiet. The environment is pretty calm. Staff, were really responsive. It is unfortunately another dead end in my quest to find a burger place in Jimeta. As their burger wasn't available at the time I went there, So i settled for a Beef Shawarma Take away. The Beef Shawarma was alright, but I'll go for a Chicken Shawarma next time. I've also had their pizza, which my sister bought, and it pretty good too. They have quite a large selection on their menu, prices were a bit on the more pricey side for Yola, but I guess this is a higher class restaurant. I took pictures of their entire current menu.
8
Jabbama restaurant, AUN hotel, Yola
46.8/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars14 reviews
6G23+3GH AUN Hotel, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers intercontinental soups like Minestrone and Tomato soup in Yola.
- serene environment
- intercontinental cuisine
- minestrone soup
- tomato soup
- good aesthetics
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume39
Review recency6
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment71
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9
NOS Chuups
41.9/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
Karewa, Yola 640102, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume10
Review recency0
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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10
Babz Lounge
77.2/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars874 reviews₦₦
Ahmadu Bello Road, Jimeta, 640102, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for their Arab tea and packed night atmosphere, but quieter afternoons.
- good tea
- nice ambience
- fast service
- affordable
- packed at night
- good chicken
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Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume98
Review recency80
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment88
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Haruna U. ★★★★★ : Quite a sit out. I love their Arabian Tea and the music
Max D. ★★★★★ : They are very good in every food and snacks
11
KEPS 101 Lounge Yola
71.5/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars37 reviews
Nyibango - yolde parte, road, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Weekend karaoke and football match viewing set it apart.
- karaoke
- football viewing
- night club
- chill spot
- not child friendly
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Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume53
Review recency73
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment78
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Ijuptil B. ★★★★★ : It's an upscale place. It's convenient for evening sit out and relaxation with friends or family. Unfortunately, It's not child friendly.
Charles U. ★★★★★ : I think it's a beautiful place to sit out with friends and enjoy a football match. The weekend karaoke can be interesting too
12
Tastydelight Restaurant & fastfood
68.9/ 100
4.94.9 out of 5 stars9 reviews
Yola Bye - Pass Rd, beside School of Nursing and Midwifery, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Down-to-earth staff with respectful service and fair value.
- amazing people
- respectful service
- fair value
- good food
- memorable experience
Directions ↗Website ↗
Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating94
Review volume33
Review recency55
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment80
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Khalifa T. ★★★★★ : Honestly they are amazing, very down to earth people with an amazing leadership who are always looking for ways to make your experience with them a memorable one, I’d recommend them to anyone who wants good food, a fair value for their money and also and most importantly a respectful service. Forever thankful for the people at this restaurant.
Godfrey J. ★★★★★ : It is the best so far I really enjoyed their service
13
Primo lounge and restaurant
63.5/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars16 reviews
Gombe - Yola Rd, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Wide variety of local and international dishes including fruit salad.
- affordable meals
- good atmosphere
- indoor and outdoor
- variety of dishes
- fruit salad
- delicious food
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Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume41
Review recency52
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment86
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Peter P. ★★★★★ : Am excellent place to have a meal, nice atmosphere and good food.
Abdulkadir G. ★★★★★ : One of the best places I've been to, their meals are very affordable and delicious.
14
543 Restaurant And Grills.
61.0/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars44 reviews
7C9X+GPR, Gimba Road, Jimeta, 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers multiple seating options including mats, couches, and chairs.
- multiple seating options
- homely ambience
- affordable
- friendly staff
- sizzling food
- quiet atmosphere
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Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume55
Review recency16
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment86
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Aisha A. ★★★★★ : Nice place to eat, and enjoyable meals , it has 2 or 3 settings of sitting, from sitting on the mat to sitting on a couch, or just a normal chair, it would be nice to see that they expand the place to make it more spacious
Gidado A. ★★★★★ : Very convenient, their staff are friendly and helpful.
15
Marwa Shawarma & Grills
56.1/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars25 reviews
6F2P+J3X, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Known for shawarma, masa, and grilled chicken with a sweet owner.
- shawarma
- masa
- grilled chicken
- home delivery
- friendly owner
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Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume47
Review recency6
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment68
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16
Home Taste Meal
55.7/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars16 reviews
By-Pass, Lamido Zubairu Way, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers affordable home-style Igbo dishes near American University of Nigeria.
- home cooked meals
- affordable
- igbo food
- good ambiance
- tasty food
- okay meat
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Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume41
Review recency3
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
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EKEOMA M. ★★★★★ : Their food was okay but it could be better. Zobo and Tiger Nut were good. Great Ambiance also.
17
City Green Hotel
77.7/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars799 reviews
No 18, Tidbe Plaza, opposite FCE, Karewa, Yola 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume97
Review recency83
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment65
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Happiness N. ★★★★★ : I highly recommend City Green Hotel in Yola. It's our go-to place whenever we travel for layout work. The service is excellent, the rooms are comfortable, and it's a very reliable spot in Yola.
Ingo B. ★★★★★ : Nice hotel. Good rooms with 24/7 aircon. Food is good as well. Recommend the Cantonese fried rice and Spaghetti Bolognese - taste both very good.
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AUN Club House
73.3/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars778 reviews
6G23+7R2, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
Review analysis
A serene club house with a gym, pool, and African artifacts in Yola.
- serene environment
- friendly staff
- swimming pool
- gym
- african artifacts
- quiet lobby
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Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume96
Review recency50
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment78
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David T. ★★★★★ : The best place to relax and rest in Yola South, I highly recommend it.
Vincent E. ★★★★★ : A serene environment where one can stay without interference of any kind. Though close to the road, it still doesn't affect the serenity as the road is usually less busy. The staff are well trained and respectful. The pricing of the hotel is a mid range capital worker. The lounge and pool are awesome and usually busy every day as the hot weather makes one want to take a deep dive from the heat of the sun. The food is nice and tasty, the pastries are top notch.
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AUN Club House Lobby
62.5/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars61 reviews
6G23+8JV, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #19? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume60
Review recency46
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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David T. ★★★★★ : Their lodge, food and service are topnotch
Mohammed M. ★★★★★ : Is a beautiful place surrounded with trees and flowers.
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UPTOWN EXCLUSIVE SPOT
56.6/ 100
3.83.8 out of 5 stars49 reviews
Karewa, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
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Why ranked #20? ▾
Google rating65
Review volume57
Review recency53
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
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Ijuptil B. ★★★★★ : An uptown place with generally poor service and limited space
Yhe B. ★★★★★ : come for the hype, stay for the ambiance and vibes, leave cause of the loud staff always bickering while you're waiting for your meal😑 Some the staff are more respectful and professional while the majority not so much, some of them will literally stare you down while you're eating your food and be gossiping about ya in YOUR FACE😰 Definitely not the kinda place for any introverts, others wouldn't mind but come on "I'm tryna eat here give me a break". the loudness from the backroom really ruins the good vibes of the place and the food🥲 If your order is to-go expect the coldest yesterday leafovers with nobody having the decency to even heat it up😰

What the data shows for nigerian restaurants in Yola

Counted from every nigerian restaurants ranked in Yola, Adamawa State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 20
With 5+ reviews: 18
Rated 4.5 or higher: 3
Median reviews: 41
Phone listed: 18 of 20
Opening hours listed: 15 of 20

18 of the 20 nigerian restaurants ranked in Yola have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 3,226 reviews.

Of the 20, 3 score 4.5 or higher, 13 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 4 are below 4.0.

The median nigerian restaurants here has 41 reviews.

Babz Lounge has the most, 874 at 4.0, followed by City Green Hotel (799) and AUN Club House (778).

18 list a phone number, 2 a website and 15 opening hours; 20 have a photo on file.

Across the 36 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes nigerian restaurants, the median city lists 21; Yola has 20, fewer than the median.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Which Nigerian restaurant ranks first in Yola?

Sholly RESTAURANT is first in the current ordering, with 4.0 stars from 97 reviews. Damada Munchies has a higher rating, 4.8 stars, but that score comes from 6 reviews. The ordering and the rating score are separate details.

Which Nigerian restaurant in Yola has the most reviews?

Al Mirasa (African and Arabian Food) has the largest review count of the five highest placed profiles, with 4.2 stars from 167 reviews. LA Rosa Intercontinental Restaurant and Bar follows with 3.9 stars from 159 reviews, while Sholly RESTAURANT has 4.0 stars from 97.

How should I read Damada Munchies' 4.8 rating?

Damada Munchies has 4.8 stars from 6 reviews. That is a small review record, so the rating is a score from six reviewers rather than a broad track record. For comparison, Al Mirasa has 4.2 stars from 167 reviews and Mess 22 has 4.1 from 56.

How many Nigerian restaurants are listed in Yola?

The count is 20 Nigerian restaurants in Yola, Adamawa State. Their review records vary: Damada Munchies has 4.8 stars from 6 reviews, Sholly RESTAURANT has 4.0 from 97, and Al Mirasa has 4.2 from 167.

How are these Nigerian restaurants ordered?

Placement reflects the rating and review information attached to each business profile. Sholly RESTAURANT appears first with 4.0 stars from 97 reviews, while Damada Munchies has 4.8 stars from 6. A business cannot buy its position or rating.

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