Ile Eros Lagos: Fine Dining West African Cuisine in Lekki Phase 1

Ile Eros (Lekki Phase 1)

5b Abeke Animashaun St, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos | Instagram | Phone

There’s something exciting happening in Lagos right now. Nigerian food is being reimagined, refined, and finally getting the global attention it deserves. And Ile Eros Lagos is right at the center of that shift.

Located in Lekki Phase 1, Ile Eros Lagos delivers a full dining experience. The space immediately stands out: warm, culturally rich, and a refreshing break from the typical restaurant aesthetic. It feels intentional, like every detail was designed to reflect both heritage and modern elegance.

We started light, but even that felt thoughtful. Spa water infused with cucumber and mint came alongside small bites of guguru, epa, and chin chin. It was simple, but deeply nostalgic, one of those moments that quietly connects you to familiar Lagos memories.

Drinks

The drink menu at Ile Eros leans into creativity while still keeping things rooted in local flavors.

Sapele Water: ogogoro, strawberry, dill, mint, lemon
Omolomo: mint, ginger, passion lemonade
Red Bottoms: tequila, zobo, ginger, tangerine
Bubble Gum: a light, citrusy non-alcoholic option

Drink Options

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Starters

The starters were where Ile Eros really started to impress.

Puff Puff Party with meatballs and zobo pepper sauce
Dambunama Rolls with sweet pepper jam
Egusi Croquettes with pulled goat and mashed yam
Na Hous Ewa: honey bean hummus with agege flatbread and agoyin chutney

Puff Puff Party

Na Hous Ewa

Mains

By the time the mains arrived, the experience had fully settled in.

Signature Unity Jollof with slow-cooked short ribs
Nigerian King Prawns with cream corn and cucumber relish
Fried Fish Fillet with coconut garri crust and agbalumo soy glaze
Chilli Crème Snails with efinrin cream
Oxtail Mash: soft, rich, and deeply satisfying

Nigerian King Prawns	Fried Fish Fillet
Chili Creme Snails	Oxtail Mash

Dessert

Even at this point, dessert still managed to stand out.

Lagos Chocolate: choco milo brownie with uyayak ice cream and coconut chin chin dust
Boli & Ekpa: peanut oil cake with roasted plantain custard

Boli & Ekpa

Lagos Chocolate

If you’re in Lekki and want a dining experience that feels a bit more special than the usual spots, Ile Eros Lagos is definitely worth checking out.

FOODIE IN LAGOS RATING: 9/10

Ile Eros Summary

	Ambience	Warm, culturally rich, and elegant. The decor really highlights heritage with a modern twist.
	Food Quality	Creative, nostalgic, and expertly executed. Standout dishes include Puff Puff Party, Egusi Croquettes, and Nigerian King Prawns.
	Location	Conveniently located in Lekki Phase 1, easy to reach.
	Price	Drinks Sapele Water ₦11,000 Omolomo ₦10,000 Red Bottoms ₦12,000 Bubble Gum ₦9,000 Starters Puff Puff Party ₦5,000/₦10,000 Dambunama Rolls ₦12,000 Egusi Croquettes ₦15,000 Na Hous Ewa ₦13,000 Mains Signature Unity Jollof ₦24,000 Nigerian King Prawns ₦35,000 Fried Fish Fillet ₦28,000 Chilli Crème Snails ₦24,000 Oxtail Mash ₦35,000 Desserts Lagos Chocolate ₦18,000 Boli & Ekpa ₦16,000
	Service Delivery	Served by head chef – amazing!