Basic Information

Address

26 Mekunwen rd, off Macpherson Ave, Ikoyi, Lagos 101233

Cuisine Type

African restaurant

Target Audience

Groups, tourists, solo diners, families with children (offers kids' menu and high chairs), couples seeking romantic dining, business professionals, and anyone looking for authentic Nigerian cuisine in a sophisticated setting. The restaurant caters to diverse crowds from casual diners to those seeking upmarket experiences.

About This Restaurant

Zolene Restaurant is a highly-rated African restaurant in Ikoyi, Lagos, celebrated for its authentic Nigerian cuisine and exceptional dining experience. With a 4.7-star rating from over 300 reviews, Zolene offers a diverse menu featuring fresh, made-to-order dishes in a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere. The restaurant provides multiple service options including outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, and delivery, catering to various dining preferences from quick bites to private dining events. Known for its great beer selection, cocktails, and wine list, Zolene is a popular destination for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a serene, upmarket setting.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

12–10 pm

Saturday

12–10 pm

Sunday

2 am–8 pm

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12–10 pm

Wednesday

12–10 pm

Thursday

12–10 pm

Closed Days

Monday

Sunday Hours

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Best Times to Visit

Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant is closed on Mondays. Popular times include weekend evenings and lunch hours. Friday through Sunday are busy periods, with extended hours on weekends. Weekday lunches and dinners from Tuesday to Thursday offer slightly quieter dining experiences.

Specialties & Services

Authentic Nigerian cuisine, fresh made-to-order dishes, private dining room, catering services, all-you-can-eat options, extensive beverage program including great beer selection, cocktails, and wine list, vegan and vegetarian options, happy hour drinks and food, late-night food, and dessert offerings. Multiple dining options including breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with table service.

Amenities & Features

Parking

Free of charge street parking available near the restaurant location at 26 Mekunwen Road, off Macpherson Avenue in Ikoyi.

Payment Methods

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

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, and toilet facilities. The restaurant offers outdoor seating options and provides table service for all diners.

Service options

Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Sport

Popular for

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Offerings

Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Private dining room, 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

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Quiet, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket

Crowd

Groups, Tourists

Planning

Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations

Children

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

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the amazing authentic Nigerian food, outstanding chef, and fresh local products. Reviewers highlight the lovely, serene environment with beautiful green areas and indoor games. The atmosphere is described as perfect for socializing with friends, and many customers note they will definitely return. Service quality and food freshness receive particular commendation in customer feedback.

Customer Reviews

"This is my favourite authentic Nigerian restaurant. The food was amazing. The chef here is outstanding when it comes to local Cuisines. Definitely worth visiting for the best local fresh products. Lovely …"

"Thank you Jewel for the review of us at Zolene. And yes all your assumptions are right. We make food fresh to order. … More"

"My first time here but definitely won't be my last time!!! What a lovely environment. Serene and awesome place to seat with friends. Also love the green area where you can actually play indoor games with friends. The food was actually …"

"Thank you so much for your excellent review of us. We at Zolene are happy to serve you always."

"The dining experience brought back some memories because we got to play ludo and the whot was definitely enticing. The food took some time but it was definitely good. Just had to ask for it to be …"

"Thank you Victoria, we are a contemporary African and fusion Restaurant."