Basic Information

Address

3 University Rd, opposite First City Monument Bank, Yaba, Lagos 101245, Lagos

Cuisine Type

Bistro

Target Audience

University students, groups of friends, tourists, couples seeking romantic dining, and families with children. The bistro appeals to those looking for casual to upmarket dining experiences and is particularly popular for solo dining, group gatherings, and special occasions.

About This Restaurant

Purple Bistro is a popular dining destination in Yaba, offering a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere with consistently high ratings from patrons. Open daily from 11 am to 11 pm, this vibrant bistro features diverse dining options including brunch, lunch, and dinner with table service. Known for its excellent food quality and generous portions that can be shared, Purple Bistro provides a comprehensive menu ranging from quick bites to full meals, complemented by an impressive selection of alcoholic beverages including beer, cocktails, and wine.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

11 am–11 pm

Saturday

11 am–11 pm

Sunday

11 am–11 pm

Monday

11 am–11 pm

Tuesday

11 am–11 pm

Wednesday

11 am–11 pm

Thursday

11 am–11 pm

Closed Days

Sunday Hours

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Best Times to Visit

Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner as the bistro often has wait times. Evenings and weekends tend to be busiest, particularly when live music is featured. Weekday afternoons may offer quieter dining experiences.

Specialties & Services

Great beer selection, craft cocktails, extensive wine list, delicious desserts, and specialty teas. Offers all-you-can-eat options, happy-hour specials, late-night food, small plates, and catering services. Features live music entertainment and multiple service options including dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and no-contact delivery.

Amenities & Features

Parking

Convenient free parking options including free street parking and a complimentary parking lot, making vehicle access hassle-free for visitors.

Payment Methods

Accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for convenient and secure transactions.

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible seating and toilets. The venue is family-friendly with high chairs available for children and accommodates various mobility needs.

Service options

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

Highlights

Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Live music

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, Wine

Dining options

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

Amenities

Bar on site, Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket

Crowd

Groups, Tourists, University students

Planning

Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait

Children

Good for kids, High chairs

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the excellent food quality, delightful meals, and generous portion sizes that are suitable for sharing. The service receives high marks for excellence, and the atmosphere is described as enjoyable. Some reviews note limited menu selection and occasional maintenance issues in facilities, but overall satisfaction remains very high.

Customer Reviews

"4.5 Good place with great food! Enjoyed every bit of my meal, literally the only place left in Yaba selling …"

"My second time here.🤩 Loved it the first time, the service was excellent. I had to use the Male toilet 🙄 which was not in excellent condition. …"

"The restaurant is quite a delightful one. Although the food menu has a limited selection, the meals are delightful and tasty. They also come in a maximum size so two people can actually share. Individual meals prices start at N1,000 and …"