Basic Information
118 Murtala Mohammed Hwy, Ikot Ekan Edem, Calabar 540211, Cross River
Restaurant
Groups, tourists, university students, families with children (kids' menu and high chairs available), couples seeking romantic dining, and solo diners. The restaurant appeals to those looking for both casual and upmarket dining experiences.
About This Restaurant
Native Delicacies Restaurant Calabar offers an authentic dining experience with a focus on African and continental cuisine. Located on Murtala Mohammed Highway, this popular restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual yet upmarket atmosphere. With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,600 reviews, the restaurant is known for its extensive menu featuring local delicacies, vegan and vegetarian options, halal food, and an impressive selection of alcoholic beverages. The venue offers multiple dining options including outdoor seating, drive-through, and delivery services, making it a versatile choice for any dining occasion.
Hours & Schedule
8 am–10 pm
8 am–10 pm
8 am–10 pm
8 am–10 pm
8 am–10 pm
8 am–10 pm
8 am–10 pm
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Reservations recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner as the restaurant often has wait times. Evenings may be particularly busy due to live music and sports events. The consistent 8 am-10 pm schedule across all days provides flexible visiting options.
Specialties & Services
Authentic African and continental cuisine, all-you-can-eat options, halal food, vegan and vegetarian dishes, extensive beverage selection including beer, wine, and cocktails, live music and sports viewing, catering services, breakfast through dinner service, happy hour specials, and late-night dining.
Amenities & Features
Ample free parking available with both street parking and a dedicated parking lot at no charge. Plenty of parking spaces ensure convenient access for diners.
Accepts credit cards and debit cards for payment convenience.
Fully wheelchair accessible with accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities. The restaurant offers multiple service options including outdoor seating and drive-through for added convenience.
Outdoor seating, Delivery, Drive-through, Takeaway, Dine-in
Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Live music, Sport
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining
Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Halal food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service
Bar on site, Toilet
Casual, Cosy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket
Groups, Tourists, University students
Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait
Good for kids, Good for kids birthday, High chairs, Kids' menu
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
Highly rated for food quality with particular praise for local dishes and authentic flavors. Some reviews note service inconsistencies and occasional facility issues like AC performance. Overall, customers recommend the restaurant for its excellent African and continental cuisine and diverse menu options.
