Nigeria’s luxury dining scene is anchored in exclusivity, premium pricing, and curated experiences that cater to a growing base of high-net-worth individuals and corporate elites.
In cities like Lagos and Abuja, fine dining has evolved beyond cuisine into a symbol of status, where ambience, location, and global culinary standards shape pricing as much as the menu itself.
Restaurants at the upper end of the market typically combine imported ingredients, fusion menus, and tailored service, with average spending per guest running into tens of thousands of naira.
From modern African fine dining to high-end Asian fusion and steakhouse concepts, these establishments are redefining hospitality benchmarks in Nigeria, positioning themselves as destinations for business meetings, celebrations, and elite social gatherings.
Here are the top 10 most expensive restaurants in Nigeria, ranked based on menu pricing, exclusivity, ambience, and overall dining experience.
Average cost per person: N50k
Maple Lagos has emerged as one of the most popular upscale dining destinations in Lekki, blending casual luxury with a vibrant, lifestyle-driven restaurant experience. With average spend per guest starting from N50,000, it sits firmly within Lagos’ premium dining bracket while maintaining broad appeal among young professionals and high-income social diners.
Located in Lekki Phase 1, Maple Lagos is known for its stylish ambience, energetic atmosphere, and strong social media presence, making it a go-to spot for brunches, casual meetings, and evening hangouts.
At this breakfast and brunch offering, the chicken and batter section features indulgent comfort meals built around sweet and savoury pairings. The Chicken & Waffle, priced at N15,500, combines a Belgian waffle with maple syrup and crispy fried chicken, with an option of boneless pieces or wings. Similarly, the Chicken on Stacks, also N15,500, swaps waffles for buttermilk pancakes while keeping the same maple syrup and crispy chicken combination, offering a slightly softer, fluffier base.
The pasta offerings lean toward hearty, comfort-style dishes with a mix of classic and seafood-forward options. Spaghetti Bolognese, priced at N18,000, features al dente pasta in a rich meat sauce with parmesan and garlic bread, while the Seafood Pasta at N28,500 combines linguine with prawns, mussels, and a choice of tomato or olive oil base.
