Basic Information
2H29+QH3, Giginyu, Kano 700213, Kano
Restaurant
Groups, tourists, university students, solo diners, and families with children. The restaurant appeals to those seeking authentic local cuisine in both traditional and contemporary settings.
About This Restaurant
Hajiya Hadiza Balangu Restaurant is a popular dining destination in Giginyu, Kano, celebrated for its authentic local Hausa and Kanuri cuisine. Offering a unique blend of traditional and contemporary dining experiences, the restaurant features both traditional sitting arrangements and standard dining tables in a casual, trendy atmosphere. Open daily from 7:30 am to 11 pm, it provides diverse service options including drive-through, takeaway, dine-in, and catering. With a 4.1-star rating from 88 reviews, this establishment is known for its great tea selection and comprehensive menu perfect for quick bites, small plates, or full meals throughout the day.
Hours & Schedule
7:30 am–11 pm
7:30 am–11 pm
7:30 am–11 pm
7:30 am–11 pm
7:30 am–11 pm
7:30 am–11 pm
7:30 am–11 pm
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Dinner reservations are recommended, suggesting evenings may be busier. The restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner, with consistent hours from 7:30 am to 11 pm daily. Weekends and evenings likely see higher traffic given the recommendation for reservations during dinner service.
Specialties & Services
Authentic local Hausa and Kanuri dishes, great tea selection, happy-hour food offerings, private dining room, catering services, traditional sitting arrangements alongside standard dining, drive-through service, and quick bite options. The restaurant offers comprehensive dining options including brunch, lunch, and dinner with table service.
Amenities & Features
Ample free parking available with both free street parking and a free parking lot offering plenty of spaces. Parking is conveniently located and provided at no charge to customers.
Accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, providing multiple convenient payment options for modern customers.
Wheelchair-accessible toilet available. The establishment offers free street parking, free parking lot with plenty of parking spaces, making it easily accessible for all visitors including those with mobility needs.
Drive-through, Takeaway, Dine-in
Great tea selection
Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining
Happy-hour food, Private dining room, Quick bite, Small plates
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Table service
Toilet
Casual, Trendy
Groups, Tourists, University students
Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations
Good for kids
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
Customers consistently praise the authentic traditional food quality and nice atmosphere, though note it can be noisy. The traditional sitting arrangements are appreciated, but some reviews mention disappointing lavatory facilities. Service quality is generally rated as good, with some customers noting the pricing reflects the quality of dishes offered.
