Does Abula Tawa live up to hype as Ikeja’s best Bukka spot?

Abula Tawa is conveniently located on 21 Opebi Road, Ikeja, Lagos, placing it in a bustling area that’s easy to find.

In Nigeria, especially in the Southwest states, there’s a common belief that the taste of a plate of amala and obe can be predicted by the attitude of the cook or the seller. A rude seller equals a flavorful, spicy amala, while a meek and humble seller often results in a more mediocre dish. Some even argue that the shabbier the restaurant, the better the amala.

These meals are often sold in bukka restaurants, street food spots that serve home-cooked Nigerian meals, ranging from rice dishes to swallows like amala.

Abula Tawa, however, prides itself as a posh bukka. We decided to visit and find out if a posh bukka with excellent service could still serve up the same tasty, rich meals that are expected from traditional street food spots.

• Menu variety - 8/10

• Food Quality - 9/10

• Service - 9/10

• Ambience - 9/10

• Value for money - 8/10

• Hygiene standards - 8/10

• Location - 9/10

• Consistency - 8/10

• Innovation - 8/10

• Sustainability - 6/10

• Waiting time - 8/10

• Online presence - 9/10

• Special features - 7/10

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