Basic Information

Address

11 Usuma Cl, Maitama, Abuja 904101, Federal Capital Territory

Website

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Cuisine Type

Restaurant

Target Audience

Family-friendly establishment appealing to groups, tourists, and university students. Popular for solo dining, romantic occasions, and social gatherings. Caters to diverse demographics seeking casual to upmarket dining experiences, from business lunches to family dinners and social outings.

About This Restaurant

Vanilla Restaurant & Lounge is a premier dining destination located in the upscale Maitama area of Abuja. Offering a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere, this establishment combines exceptional cuisine with a vibrant, trendy ambiance. Open daily with extended hours, Vanilla serves everything from breakfast and brunch to late-night dining. With its extensive menu featuring halal options, vegetarian choices, and an impressive selection of alcoholic beverages, it caters to diverse tastes. The restaurant is known for its beautiful environment, professional service, and versatile dining options including private dining and catering services.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

10 am–12 am

Saturday

10 am–12 am

Sunday

10 am–12 am

Monday

4 pm–12 am

Tuesday

10 am–12 am

Wednesday

10 am–12 am

Thursday

10 am–12 am

Closed Days

Sunday Hours

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Best Times to Visit

Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and are required for certain times. Evenings and weekends are popular, given the extended hours until midnight daily. The restaurant accepts reservations and planning ahead is advised, especially for group dining or during peak meal times.

Specialties & Services

Specializes in all-day dining from breakfast through late-night meals, featuring halal food, vegetarian options, and organic dishes. Notable for exceptional milkshakes (particularly Vanilla and Oreo), great cocktails, beer selection, wine list, and desserts. Offers private dining room, catering services, happy-hour specials, and all-you-can-eat options. Known for excellent table service and counter service with diverse dining experiences including brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Amenities & Features

Parking

Excellent parking options with free of charge street parking and a free parking lot available. The establishment notes there is plenty of parking, making it convenient for guests visiting by car without parking concerns or fees.

Payment Methods

Accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Multiple modern payment options provide convenience and flexibility for guests, supporting both traditional card payments and contactless mobile payment methods.

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible seating, toilet, and entrance. Offers ample free parking including free street parking and a free parking lot with plenty of available spaces. Multiple accessibility options ensure comfortable dining for all guests.

Service options

Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Sport

Popular for

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Offerings

Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Halal food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Organic dishes, Private dining room, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine

Dining options

Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service

Amenities

Bar on site, Toilet, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket

Crowd

Family friendly, Groups, Tourists, University students

Planning

Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Reservations required, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations

Children

Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Highly rated with consistent praise for lovely food and great customer service. Customers frequently compliment the beautiful environment and photogenic bathrooms. The Vanilla and Oreo milkshake receives particular recommendation. Reviewers note the lovely, lively atmosphere maintained by experienced management and well-trained staff in a safe Maitama location.

Customer Reviews

"Lovely food, great customer service, I particularly loved and will recommend their Vanilla and Oreo milkshake. Beautiful environment, the bathroom is a literal photo studio. Loved this place …"

"Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the Vanilla and Oreo milkshake and the atmosphere. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊 …"

"Restaurant and Lounge located in a lovely and safe area of Maitama in Abuja. Very beautiful, lovely and lively atmosphere help together by a well experienced management and well trained team of experienced staff."

"Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're delighted you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to seeing you again soon!"

"I didn’t get to use the restaurant as there was an event there. However the reception was warm and I was told to use the lounge which I didn’t like because of the cigarette smell there. …"