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Best Wine Bars in Calabar — 2026 Rankings

Looking for the best wine bars in Calabar? We've ranked the top 19 wine bars in Calabar, Cross River State, based on Google ratings, customer reviews, photos, profile completeness, and our proprietary ranking algorithm.

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19 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
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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
    Gardens lounge and bar — photo

    Gardens lounge and bar

    65.4/ 100
    5.05.0 out of 5 stars3 reviews

    1 Eastern Hwy, Atu, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Lush plant decor and neat environment.

    • plants
    • neat
    • cool environment
    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating95
    • Review volume20
    • Review recency61
    • Profile completeness100
    • Review sentiment65
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    Recent reviews

    • franklin A. ★★★★★ The environment plants and neat
  • 5
    Embassy lounge — photo

    Embassy lounge

    60.8/ 100
    4.54.5 out of 5 stars11 reviews

    112 Marian Road, Atekong, Calabar 540242, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Spacious seating for groups of 5+ with affordable drinks and top DJ vibes.

    • spacious seating
    • good vibes
    • affordable drinks
    • great dj
    • clean environment
    • safe spot
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating88
    • Review volume36
    • Review recency27
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment86
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    Recent reviews

    • Dorcas A. ★★★★★ Nice,clean and beautiful environment... One of my favorite place in calabar to chill
    • Augustine A. ★★★★ It was a safe spot to have fun
  • 6
    King's Winery — photo

    King's Winery

    60.6/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars127 reviews₦₦

    Kings Shopping Complex, 38 Atekong Dr, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Offers a wide variety of wines, whiskeys, bitters, and beers alongside grilled pork and fish.

    • good music
    • nice ambiance
    • clean toilet
    • variety of drinks
    • grilled food
    • poor staff response
    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume70
    • Review recency13
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment62
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    Recent reviews

    • Hossy J. ★★★★ My first time, and I forgot my power bank Tried calling one of the staff, no response as to secure the power bank before it’s gone! Came back the next morning and the staffs said there were no power bank in sight! Asides that, the place, the ambiance is very nice and delightful!
    • Dj D. ★★★★★ Kings winery is one of the amazing outlet when it comes lounge and bar, amazing music, nice grills and their ISI ewu is top notch..
  • 7
    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 #7? ▾
    • 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👍🏽
  • 8
    The Tipsy Mistress — photo

    The Tipsy Mistress

    58.8/ 100
    4.34.3 out of 5 stars6 reviews

    2 Effanga Mkpa Street, off Marian road, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    • a la carte
    • isi ewu
    • hard meat
    • recommended
    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating83
    • Review volume28
    • Review recency64
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment55
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    Recent reviews

    • Tausin A. ★★★★★ I expected better from a spot that claims to prepare their meals a la carte but I was very disappointed with my order however my friends enjoyed theirs. I simply requested that my dish; Isi Ewu, which is a meat dish be made extra soft and deboned; as I don’t like strong, hard meats. However, despite the time taken to prepare it, my dish underperformed and was really hard. 😒 I may give them another chance to impress me on TipsyTuesday but for a quick bite; it’s a no for me.
    • David I. ★★★★★ I’d recommend over and over again 9/10
  • 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
    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 #10? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume78
    • Review recency25
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment59
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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
  • 11
    Romaan VIP Lounge — photo

    Romaan VIP Lounge

    56.8/ 100
    4.34.3 out of 5 stars7 reviews

    105 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Atekong, Calabar 540281, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #11? ▾
    • Google rating83
    • Review volume30
    • Review recency48
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Raphael U. ★★★★★ Popped into this super chill lounge right in the heart of Calabar and, man, was it a cool find. It's kinda small, but don't let that fool you. The staff are all smiles and super welcoming, making you feel right at home the second you walk in. Decided to try the native rice and a cocktail, and it was pretty awesome – definitely hit the spot. The vibe here is just right, making it a great spot to kick back and enjoy yourself. Had a blast and the food was on point. Totally recommend dropping by if you're in the area and looking for a laid-back place to just chill and have tasty meals with friends.
    • Chinenye U. ★★★★★ I know it’s a bar and a club but I still wanted to try out their food and immediately regretted it. Officially had my worst spaghetti experience. It was so bad that I couldn’t go past 5 forkfuls and had to ask them to take it away. Didn’t even take a picture of it. I mean, who puts crayfish in spaghetti? The ambience was nice though. The club area looked cool. Food isn’t their forte I guess.
  • 12
    De'Coko Bar Calabar — photo

    De'Coko Bar Calabar

    54.0/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars5 reviews

    Mcc Lodge, Ikot Eyo, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #12? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume26
    • Review recency64
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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  • 13

    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 #13? ▾
    • 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
  • 14
    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 #14? ▾
    • Google rating86
    • Review volume44
    • Review recency4
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment64
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • DJ O. ★★★★★ The place is lit, nice sound, good DJ and top notch service
  • 15
    Delve bar — photo

    Delve bar

    52.8/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars28 reviews

    Ikot Omin 541112, Cross River, Nigeria

    Review analysis

    Unique ambiance with mobile police security and live music.

    • great ambiance
    • live music
    • secure
    • expensive
    • poor service
    • good drinks
    Why ranked #15? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume49
    • Review recency22
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment71
    • Verification0

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    Recent reviews

    • Chibueze L. ★★★★ Service is poor You will be charged extra for paying through pos or doing transfer. The DJ doesn't play good music
    • Eze M. ★★★★ It's a really chill spot..Accessibile, secure, Good music and nice food
  • 16
    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 #16? ▾
    • Google rating69
    • Review volume49
    • Review recency0
    • Profile completeness67
    • 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
    MJPC WINE, SPIRIT AND GIFT SHOP — photo

    MJPC WINE, SPIRIT AND GIFT SHOP

    35.0/ 100
    3.43.4 out of 5 stars5 reviews

    35 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Ikot Eyo, Calabar 540211, Cross River, Nigeria

    Why ranked #19? ▾
    • Google rating45
    • Review volume26
    • Review recency0
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the highest-rated wine bars in Calabar?

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

How many wine bars are in Calabar?

We currently track 19 wine bars in Calabar, Cross River State.

How are these wine 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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