Basic Information

Address

1b Prof Ivara Eau Street, Atekong, Calabar

Cuisine Type

Restaurant

Target Audience

Groups of friends, couples seeking romantic evenings, solo diners, book clubs and social gatherings, professionals looking for after-work relaxation, customers appreciating good cocktails and beer selection

About This Restaurant

BACKHOUNSE LOUNGE is a popular restaurant in Atekong, Calabar, offering a diverse dining experience in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Known for its extensive drink selection and varied menu that spans from local Nigerian dishes to English cuisine, this establishment provides both indoor and outdoor seating options. With its cosy, romantic, and trendy vibe, it's an ideal spot for everything from quick bites to leisurely meals. The restaurant operates throughout the week with consistent evening hours, making it a reliable choice for lunch, dinner, or evening cocktails.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

12–11 pm

Saturday

11 am–11 pm

Sunday

2–11 pm

Monday

12–11 pm

Tuesday

12–11 pm

Wednesday

12–11 pm

Thursday

12–11 pm

Closed Days

Sunday Hours

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Best Times to Visit

Evenings are popular for the lounge atmosphere; Weekends see extended hours (Saturday opens at 11 am); Friday through Wednesday consistent 12-11 pm hours; Sunday opens later at 2 pm; Accepts reservations for planned visits during busy periods

Specialties & Services

Great beer selection, craft cocktails, and extensive wine list; Diverse menu featuring local Nigerian dishes and English cuisine; Outdoor seating in a serene environment; Catering services for events; Small plates and quick bites alongside full meals; Table service with reservation options

Amenities & Features

Parking

Free of charge street parking available; Additional free parking lot provided; Convenient parking options for guests

Payment Methods

Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible with seating and toilet facilities available; Free street parking and parking lot; Outdoor seating options; Table service throughout the venue

Service options

Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list

Popular for

Solo dining

Offerings

Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine

Dining options

Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service

Amenities

Bar on site, Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Romantic, Trendy

Crowd

Groups

Planning

Accepts reservations

Children

Good for kids

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the serene environment and excellent food quality, particularly noting the impressive variety of local and English dishes. Reviewers highlight it as an ideal spot for private evenings with friends, book club meetings, and relaxing time off. The atmosphere is described as exciting and lovely, with many noting it's perfect for chilling and social gatherings.

Customer Reviews

"First impression was really an exciting one. Variety of meals served here, from the english to the very local meals, of course as a local personality, I went for the local deal and was not in any way disappointed. …"

"A lovely place to spend a cool private evening with a few friends 🧡. When you want to chill and take some good time off. That's the place to be …"

"Serene environment, food is wow and a nice place for a sit out with friends. I actually went for a Book Review organized by Calabar Book Club"