Knowing the best restaurant in Enugu is a bit difficult because the city boast a lot finest dinning places in the country. Enugu State restaurants boast of the finest restaurants in Nigeria. It is one of the best places to eat around. The best rated food restaurants in the country are crowded in Enugu. Their love for good and tasteful food dates back in the 50’s. The city has been known to have the finest dining restaurants. The posh hotels in the city are not left out too. Enugu State’s proliferation of polytechnics and many universities have helped in improving the overall makeup of the taste of their food. Being a hub city for civil servants, the quality of their finished products are also unequaled.
Dolphin Restaurant
Dolphin restaurant appears to be the oldest restaurant in the pack. And it had remained a top-notch since 1979 when it was established under the name ‘Madam Volvo’ around Ziks Avenue Enugu. In fact, Dolphin restaurant has enlarged its coast and has extended its catering services beyond Enugu State.
Dolphin restaurant is a great place for lunch or dinner because they usually open around noon. What is remarkable about this place is its ambiance and environment. Immediately you stepped in, you are readily greeted by a courteous staff and a good serene to behold. Their tasteful soups make them stand apart from the rest.
Dolphin restaurant is located at 1C Ekpunobi Street GRA. That is at Otigba junction, beside Kilimanjaro restaurant.
The Best Restaurant in Enugu: Emily Restaurant
Emily restaurant is located at 28 Moore house street Ogui. It is occupying the number 2 spot because it is in a class of its own. It is also one of the oldest eating places that are still standing tall today. Emily restaurant started out decades ago like Dolphin restaurant. The journey of Emily restaurant started from Etudo street, Achara layout, Enugu. I have actually dinned in Emily restaurant in the ’90s. Specializing in African cuisine, Emily restaurant has had branches in Mpokiti, New layout, Etudo, and recently at Moore street Ogui. For many decades, Emily restaurant has remained a top choice for people looking for mostly swallows and African cuisine. A customer once said, “regardless of the small eba they give per meal, it somehow satisfies you”. He claimed that the quantity of the soup and meat served, actually do the magic.
Open Sheraton
Open Sheraton restaurant started very small, with fries and akara only in the evenings into the nights. With that humble beginning, the owners of the best restaurant in Enugu carefully brought the business to the limelight. As a family-owned business, no efforts were spared by the kids who helped to nurture the eatery to the enviable height it is today.
Open Sheraton caters to both African dishes and intercontinental dishes. It also brags about itself as an eatery whose foods are affordable to everyone. Open Sheraton is located at No 7 Chime Avenue, New heaven, the heart of Enugu. What is unique about this restaurant is that is open till the wee hours of the morning. This makes it an ideal place to come and get your food for night crawlers.
Ntachi Osa
One of the best restaurants in Enugu, Ntachi Osa is acclaimed to be ‘a fit for every budget’. The owner’s idea is to bring tasteful dishes to both high and low individuals. Sometimes, it is dubbed the student’s cafeteria. It is newer to Open Sheraton and Emily restaurant but has grown steadily ever since it was opened in . Now it has 2 branches, one in New heaven and one in Independence Layout. Ntachi Osa sells all kinds of juices, salads, and along with many African dishes.
However, ordering your meal online requires a flat fee of 1500 for shipping which we consider a little high.
Root Restuarant & Cafe
Located at M23C Okpara Square 5, Asata,(opp Spar shopping mall), Root restaurant & cafe is in a class of its own. They have private dining rooms upstairs with nice views and a quieter exclusive atmosphere. The private dining room has convenience as well. It is a perfect place for a lunch or dinner date. The meals are delicious but sometimes do come with a hefty price tag. But it was worth it. Its exclusivity na follow come.
The Genesis Restuarant
The Genesis restaurant is one of the best restaurants in Enugu. For many decades, the Genesis group has revolutionized the eatery sector, from confectioneries, and pizzas to delicious dishes. They have a branch at Nowas filling station Abakpa and also at Zik’s avenue. A cool place for dates but they focus more on fast foods/intercontinental dishes. They are very good at their Pizza. You can now order your food online through their website.
The Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro Restaurant Enugu is one of the sundry foods’ restaurant brands, operating in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) segment. In other words, fast food restaurants. Fast food restaurants are known to have standardized, modular, and efficient processes which help them in reducing the lead times to fulfill orders while still maintaining the quality expected by the customers. Kilimanjaro has assorted meals and dishes. However, it is not an ideal place to eat swallow or any Enugu local foods.
Kilimanjaro is located at Otigba junction and also inside Polo Mall (Shoprite) in GRA Enugu. They have tasteful food though it’s a bit pricey. You can also order your meals with a few clicks on your phone.
Naijah Fresh
A relatively new eatery platform that primarily sells its food online. Home deliveries are one thing they do effectively. Their food is ever-fresh, delicious, and tasteful. But one downside is that your order is processed in several. This is ideal for those staying in hotels but needs a semblance of homemade dishes. You can order your dishes here. Because of the company policy of serving only fresh meals, we advise the orders to come on time. Order your food online today for a tasteful and delicious meal. There is bitter leaf soup with any choice of swallow. Egusi soup, Oghono/okro soups and many custom homecooked dishes are readily available. And with only 700 for shipping to any where you are in Enugu, you can’t ask for more.
The Kitchen Republic
The kitchen republic is a fast food chain scattered all over Nigeria. In Enugu, it is located at No 72 Chime Ave, New Haven, right after the Assemblies bus stop. Chicken Republic is also at Polo Park Mall, Polo Park. It boasts of affordable prices on its products. The eatery also has an online presence where you can easily order your food online.
