Basic Information
12A Akin Olugbade St, Victoria Island, Lagos 106104, Lagos
African restaurant
Family-friendly groups, tourists, couples seeking romantic dining, business professionals, and solo diners. Appeals to those seeking upmarket African dining experiences, special occasions, and social gatherings in a trendy, vibrant atmosphere.
About This Restaurant
NOK by Alara is a premier African restaurant located in the heart of Victoria Island, Lagos, offering an exceptional dining experience in a stylish and upmarket setting. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and top-notch cuisine, the restaurant features diverse offerings including Halal food, vegan and vegetarian options, and organic dishes. With its trendy rooftop seating, great cocktail selection, and attentive table service, NOK by Alara provides a memorable experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a sophisticated yet casual environment.
Hours & Schedule
12–4 pm
12–4 pm
12–4 pm
Closed
12–4 pm
12–4 pm
9 am–5 pm
Monday
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Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner as there's usually a wait. The restaurant operates limited hours (typically 12-4 pm most days) with extended hours until 5 pm on Thursdays. Closed on Mondays. Evenings and weekends tend to be particularly busy given the vibrant atmosphere and popularity.
Specialties & Services
African cuisine with diverse offerings including Halal food, vegan and vegetarian options, organic dishes, and small plates. Features all-you-can-eat options, private dining room, catering services, and exceptional beverage program with great beer, wine, cocktail, coffee, and tea selections. Offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner service with outdoor and rooftop seating.
Amenities & Features
Excellent parking options with free parking lot, free street parking, and plenty of available spaces. The wheelchair-accessible car park ensures convenient access for all guests visiting the Victoria Island location.
Accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for convenient and secure transactions.
Fully wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities. The venue is designed to accommodate guests with mobility needs throughout the dining and restroom areas.
Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in
Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Rooftop seating, 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, Organic dishes, Private dining room, 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, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket
Family friendly, Groups, Tourists
Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait
Good for kids, High chairs
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
Customers consistently praise the beautiful, stylish atmosphere, excellent food quality, and vibrant ambiance. Reviews highlight great music, memorable group dining experiences, and attentive service. Many visitors specifically mention the NOK Amala and appreciate the combination of fancy setting with authentic African cuisine.
