Basic Information
Aketan, Oyo 211172, Oyo
Restaurant
University students, tourist groups, families with children, and local residents seeking authentic Yoruba cuisine. Popular among solo diners and groups looking for traditional Nigerian meals in a casual atmosphere.
About This Restaurant
Ajiwunmi Food Canteen Owode is a popular Yoruba restaurant in Aketan, Oyo, serving authentic Nigerian cuisine in a casual, historic setting. Open daily from 7 am to 9 pm, this eatery specializes in traditional dishes like Amala, pounded yam, and Abula, offering halal food options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With its wheelchair-accessible facilities, outdoor seating, and table service, it provides a comfortable dining experience for both quick bites and leisurely meals. The restaurant is particularly known for its hot Amala served with gbegiri and ewedu, making it a go-to spot for traditional food enthusiasts.
Hours & Schedule
7 am–9 pm
7 am–9 pm
7 am–9 pm
7 am–9 pm
7 am–9 pm
7 am–9 pm
7 am–9 pm
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Lunch reservations are recommended as the restaurant often has wait times during peak hours. The establishment is consistently busy, so visiting during off-peak hours may reduce waiting time. Open daily from 7 am to 9 pm.
Specialties & Services
Traditional Yoruba cuisine including Amala, pounded yam, fufu, and garri with soups like egusi, gbegiri, and ewedu. Specializes in Abula (combination of gbegiri and ewedu soups). Offers halal food, late-night dining, quick bites, small plates, and catering services. Provides dine-in, takeaway, and outdoor seating options.
Amenities & Features
Free parking lot and free street parking available. Ample parking options make it convenient for customers driving to the restaurant.
Accepts debit cards. Cash payments are commonly accepted though not explicitly specified in provided information.
Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and seating. Accessible toilets available on premises. The facility is designed to accommodate customers with mobility needs.
Outdoor seating, Takeaway, Dine-in
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining
Halal food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Seating, Table service
Toilet
Casual, Historic, Trendy
Groups, Tourists, University students
Lunch reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait
Good for kids, Kids' menu
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
Highly praised for serving some of the best Abula and traditional Yoruba dishes, with consistent food quality noted by many patrons. Some reviews mention occasional inconsistency in service attitude and daily performance. The restaurant is particularly recommended for those who enjoy hot Amala with gbegiri and ewedu.
