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A Taste of Lagos: Suya, Amala, Jollof & the Dishes to Try
ZBy Zainab Bello · June 7, 2026
Before you chase the fine dining, master the classics. The essential Lagos plates — and where the locals actually queue for them.
You can eat your way around the world in Lagos, but you haven't really arrived until you've done the classics. These are the plates that define the city's table.
The must-tries
- Jollof rice — yes, it's the best, and yes, we'll argue about it.
- Amala with ewedu and gbegiri, the soul-food combo of the West.
- Suya cut fresh off the grill, peppered snail and pounded yam with egusi.
The honest truth: some of the best food in Lagos has no signage and a long queue. Follow the smoke and trust the crowd.
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