Basic Information

Address

75 Ndidem Usang Iso Rd, Big Qua Town, Calabar 540281, Cross River

Website

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Cuisine Type

Restaurant

Target Audience

Family groups, university students, tourists, business professionals, and couples seeking romantic dining. The restaurant appeals to diverse demographics with family-friendly amenities, group seating, and a trendy atmosphere that attracts both local residents and visitors to Calabar.

About This Restaurant

The Home Restaurant and Lounge is a premier dining destination in Calabar, offering a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere with upmarket, cosy, and romantic vibes. This versatile establishment features a comprehensive menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, complemented by an impressive selection of beer, cocktails, wine, and spirits. With diverse offerings including vegan options, all-you-can-eat selections, and late-night food, it caters to various dining preferences. The restaurant boasts live music, sports viewing, and multiple service options from dine-in to delivery, making it a complete entertainment and dining experience.

Hours & Schedule

Best Times to Visit

Not specified

Specialties & Services

Great beer selection, craft cocktails, extensive wine list, live music, sports viewing, all-you-can-eat options, vegan and vegetarian dishes, happy hour drinks and food, fireplace ambiance, catering services, and no-contact delivery. Popular for their great desserts, coffee, and tea selection with diverse dining options from quick bites to full table service.

Amenities & Features

Parking

Ample free parking available with both free street parking and a dedicated free parking lot. The establishment notes 'plenty of parking' for customer convenience, including wheelchair-accessible parking spaces.

Payment Methods

Accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for convenient, cashless transactions. Digital payment options provide flexibility for both dine-in and delivery orders.

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible car park, seating, and toilets. The facility offers multiple accessible service options including drive-through, outdoor seating, and takeaway for enhanced convenience.

Service options

Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Takeaway, Dine-in

Highlights

Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Live music, Sport

Popular for

Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Offerings

Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine

Dining options

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

Amenities

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

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket

Crowd

Family friendly, Groups, Tourists, University students

Planning

Accepts reservations

Children

Good for kids, Good for kids birthday, High chairs, Kids' menu

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the warm, attentive service and welcoming atmosphere, with many describing the staff as genuinely friendly and professional. While most reviews highlight excellent food quality and overall experience, some delivery orders have experienced timing and communication issues. The majority of feedback emphasizes the restaurant's exceptional ambiance and service quality.

Customer Reviews

"I ordered food, specifically fisherman soup and poundo, for N12,000. The first issue was they claimed they hadn't seen my payment after about 15mins. I sent the proof of payment by sms and on WhatsApp. Next was food was delivered almost one …"

"Home Restaurant and Lounge is an absolute gem! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and impeccable service that made me feel like royalty. The staff is not only attentive but genuinely friendly, creating a welcoming …"

"We're completely blown away by your incredible review! Thank you for your kind words and for experiencing The Home Restaurant and Lounge the way we intend for … More"

"Serene Environment with great Food and hospitable services, The Home is reshaping service delivery in Calabar and taking it to higher standards"

"Wow, thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the serene atmosphere, great food, and hospitable service at The Home Restaurant and Lounge. Our team works hard to provide an exceptional experience for … More"