Basic Information
283V+MFX, Ikot Akasuk, Calabar 540211, Cross River
Restaurant
Groups, tourists, solo diners, and families with children. Appeals to those seeking casual dining experiences for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, as well as those interested in traditional Nigerian cuisine and varied beverage selections.
About This Restaurant
St. Mary's Kitchen is a popular casual restaurant in Calabar offering diverse dining experiences from breakfast through dinner. Known for its extensive menu that includes traditional Nigerian dishes like Edikang Ikong soup, the restaurant provides multiple service options including dine-in, takeaway, and delivery. With a well-stocked bar featuring great beer and tea selections, plus catering services available, St. Mary's Kitchen serves as a reliable dining destination for various occasions throughout the week.
Hours & Schedule
8 am–7:40 pm
8 am–7:40 pm
Closed
8 am–7:40 pm
8 am–7:40 pm
8 am–7:40 pm
8 am–7:40 pm
Sunday
Weekdays for lunch service, though note the restaurant is closed on Sundays. Saturdays tend to be less crowded according to customer feedback. Evening hours may be busy given the late-night food offerings and alcohol service. Reservations are accepted for planned visits.
Specialties & Services
Traditional Nigerian cuisine including Edikang Ikong soup, extensive alcohol selection with great beer and cocktails, all-you-can-eat options, happy-hour and late-night food, catering services, and kids' menu. Offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with table service.
Amenities & Features
Free of charge street parking and free parking lot available, providing convenient options for diners visiting the establishment.
Accepts debit cards for payment transactions.
Bar on site, toilets available, casual atmosphere suitable for various groups. Free street parking and parking lot available. Good for kids with dedicated kids' menu.
Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in
Great beer selection, Great tea selection
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining
Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Table service
Bar on site, Toilet
Casual
Groups, Tourists
Accepts reservations
Good for kids, Kids' menu
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
Customers consistently praise the food quality and variety, with particular appreciation for traditional soups. Some reviews mention occasional waiting times for fresh preparations and irregular operating hours affecting availability. The restaurant maintains a loyal customer base who consider it their primary lunch destination.
