Basic Information

Address

Abeokuta 110118, Ogun State

Cuisine Type

Restaurant

Target Audience

University students, tourists, local residents, groups of friends and family, both affluent and average-income customers seeking authentic local cuisine.

About This Restaurant

Surulere Food Canteen is a popular local restaurant in Abeokuta, known for serving authentic Yoruba cuisine in a casual, trendy atmosphere. Located conveniently behind the stadium at Kuto near Obasanjo Library, this eatery specializes in traditional dishes like amala and other local favorites. With service options including dine-in, takeaway, and delivery, the canteen offers all-you-can-eat options, quick bites, and small plates perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant provides table service and catering, making it suitable for various dining needs from solo meals to group gatherings.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

7 am–8 pm

Saturday

7 am–8 pm

Sunday

Closed

Monday

7 am–8 pm

Tuesday

7 am–8 pm

Wednesday

7 am–8 pm

Thursday

7 am–8 pm

Closed Days

Sunday

Best Times to Visit

The restaurant typically has wait times during peak hours, suggesting visiting during non-peak meal times for quicker service. Open from 7 am to 8 pm Tuesday through Saturday, closed Sundays, with Monday hours from 7 am to 8 pm.

Specialties & Services

Traditional Yoruba cuisine including amala and local dishes, all-you-can-eat options, happy-hour drinks, quick bites, small plates, breakfast service, lunch service, dinner service, catering services, table service, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in options.

Amenities & Features

Parking

Free street parking and free parking lot available with plenty of parking spaces, though some customers note parking can be limited during busy periods.

Payment Methods

Credit cards and debit cards accepted for payment.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible seating, wheelchair-accessible toilet, and generally accessible facilities for customers with mobility needs.

Service options

Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in

Popular for

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Offerings

All you can eat, Happy-hour drinks, Quick bite, Small plates

Dining options

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Table service

Amenities

Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual, Trendy

Crowd

Groups, Tourists, University students

Planning

Usually a wait

Children

Good for kids

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the authentic, delicious food that 'slaps' (exceeds expectations), quick service, and fair pricing. Reviews highlight the popular local dishes and convenient location, though some note the environment is average and parking can be limited during busy times. The restaurant is recognized as a genuine local spot popular across different socioeconomic groups.

Customer Reviews

"Amala spots that slap are never fancy and this fits that criteria. Quick service, wasn't expensive, food slapped, what more could I ask for. …"

"Nice Local restaurant with favourite Local dishes within Abeokuta and close to Obasanjo Library. Parking is limited but available. Average environment but nice meal."

"A local abula joint very popular in Abẹ́òkúta in its location behind the stadium at Kuto (a perfect location). The name itself is a Yoruba coined and attracts lots of customers (the rich and the average citizens). The pricing is really fair …"