We all like the finer things and looking for an affordable dining experience in Lagos can be a huge task especially because of inflation and rising prices. However, you can indeed experience fine dining in Lagos even on a budget. Elevate your taste palate with affordable, classy and quality meals without breaking the bank.
Here are seven ‘fine dining’ spots in Lagos where you can enjoy a luxurious meal without feeling too much of the pinch.
NOK by Alara
12a Akin Olugbade street Victoria Island | Phone | Reservation
Nok by Alara has a contemporary African art and culture vibe to it. It has a stylish setting and is romantic enough for a date. With affordable main course dishes for as low as ₦15,000. An innovative menu with traditional Nigerian meals and intercontinental dishes.
355 Ikeja
9A Oko Awo street Lagos||Phone
R.S.V.P Lagos
9 Eletu Ogabi St, Victoria Island, Lagos | Phone
R.S.V.P is an exquisite and exotically appealing restaurant with an affordable food menu starting from ₦ 26,000, but you can arrange slides and addons for less than ₦16,000.
A mix of American and Mediterranean dishes, with a great selection of steaks and seafood.
YELLOW CHILLI
Bishop Oluwole Street, 27 Oju Olobun Cl, Victoria Island, Lagos
SHIRO LAGOS
Block XVI 3 & 4 Victoria Island Oniru Estate, Eti-Osa, Lagos
Shiro is a Pan-Asian restaurant that offers affordable and quality meals with meal prices as low as ₦15,000 on their menu with an Asian-inspired decor that makes you feel like a character in a movie.
La Taverna
48 Balarabe Musa Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos
La Taverna is an Italian-themed restaurant with affordable dining prices ranging from ₦8,000 to ₦18,500. Their menu focuses on authentic Italian dishes with fresh pasta, seafood, and wood-fired pizzas.
Talindo Steak House
7B Karimu Kotun St, Victoria Island, Lagos
Talindo has a simple decor that paints the perfect atmosphere for a nice evening first date, their main course starting at an affordable price of ₦13,000.
Specializes in high-quality steaks, but also offers a variety of seafood and continental dishes, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
When looking for affordable fine dining, it’s important to check for specials and deals that many of these restaurants offer on certain days of the week.
Happy hours, lunch deals, and special events can give you the fine dining experience at a fraction of the cost.
Additionally, consider sharing dishes or opting for tasting menus to get a variety of flavours without overspending.
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