Basic Information
Fate Rd, Ilorin 240102, Kwara
Restaurant
University students, groups of friends and family, tourists seeking authentic local cuisine, and solo diners. The restaurant is family-friendly with a kids' menu and appeals to those looking for casual dining experiences at reasonable prices.
About This Restaurant
Amala Place is a popular casual restaurant in Ilorin, specializing in authentic Yoruba cuisine. Open daily from 7 am to midnight, this eatery offers a wide range of service options including dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and even drive-through. Known for its halal food offerings, the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with specialties like Amala and Ewedu with goat meat. With a 4-star rating from over 450 reviews, Amala Place provides a trendy, casual atmosphere perfect for various dining occasions and is particularly popular among university students, groups, and tourists seeking authentic local flavors.
Hours & Schedule
7 am–12 am
7 am–12 am
7 am–12 am
7 am–12 am
7 am–12 am
7 am–12 am
7 am–12 am
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The restaurant is busiest during lunch hours, with crowds often continuing until 3:30 pm. For shorter wait times, consider visiting during off-peak hours such as mid-morning, late afternoon, or evening. The restaurant remains open until midnight daily for late-night dining options.
Specialties & Services
Authentic Yoruba cuisine including Amala and Ewedu, halal food options, all-you-can-eat offerings, late-night dining, quick bites, and small plates. Service options include no-contact delivery, regular delivery, drive-through, takeaway, and dine-in with table service. The restaurant also offers catering services for special events.
Amenities & Features
Ample free parking available with both street parking and a dedicated parking lot at no charge. The establishment notes there is plenty of parking space for customers.
Accepts both credit cards and debit cards for payment convenience.
Wheelchair-accessible seating and toilets available. The restaurant offers multiple accessibility options for different mobility needs.
No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Takeaway, Dine-in
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining
All you can eat, Halal food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Table service
Toilet
Casual, Trendy
Groups, Tourists, University students
Usually a wait
Good for kids, Kids' menu
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
Customers consistently praise the authentic Yoruba food quality, particularly the Amala and Ewedu with goat meat, and note reasonable pricing. Many reviewers describe it as the best place for Amala in Kwara. However, some negative reviews mention concerns about food quality and hygiene. The restaurant is known to be very busy during peak hours, often requiring waits during lunch service.
