Coffee & Waves

There is not often a place where I equally love the food, service, and atmosphere. This place is one. Marcia was literally our favorite person we met while in Portugal, she was so friendly, attentive, and genuine. She was very understanding about my food allergies and really checked to make sure I could eat foods. She even remembered us and my food allergies on our second, third, and fourth times there! The food was fresh, unique, nutritious, and it simply looked beautiful. Every bite had complex flavors, complimenting textures, and clear freshness. The atmosphere was also lovely: surfer vibes, lots of natural light, no laptops or TVs, and comfy but still clean. We were tourists and we saw tourists come in, but there were also many people we saw here speaking Portuguese. They had a lot of local art and Marcia was always willing to give us a recommendation or help us understand things about Lagos culture. Thank you for the lovely times!

A lovely little café with friendly service! We had to wait a bit as there was a line to order. We tried the hot chocolate with oat milk, and it was good —smooth and comforting. The staff was clearly working hard, with one person handling the kitchen and another at the bar, so patience is key, especially on a busy Sunday morning around 10 AM. The breakfasts looked amazing, though we didn’t get a chance to try them this time. Would definitely return for the warm atmosphere and great drinks!

Coffee and Waves is an absolute gem for specialty coffee enthusiasts, and their pink espresso machine adds a fun, vibrant touch to the experience. The coffee itself is exceptional—flavorful, well-balanced, and perfect for sipping on the go. Combined with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere, Coffee and Waves stands out as a must-visit spot for anyone craving a top-notch caffeine fix.

Amazing spot for coffee and food. We ordered espresso tonic and the peanut butter cookie and came back multiple times. Breakfast was great as well, good quality and fresh produce. Staff is super friendly and welcoming.

One of the best places in Lagos to have specialty coffee. And on top of that, great breakfast/brunch/lunch. Kids friendly menu and crayons. If you’re in doubt, get a loaded avocado toast and a papaya as a desert. All natural and super duper tasty. Don’t forget your coffee, either espresso or filter.

Our favorite coffee in Lagos! Also amazing breakfast food. We got the papaya bowl with açaí & the avocado toast, I would highly recommend both! & a incredibly kind staff, they made sure we had everything we needed even when it was busy.

The cutest little cafe with amazing food and coffee for a great price (the oat milk was free?!!?). We had matcha, an iced oat latte with honey, açaí bowls with peanut butter, and their goat cheese toastie and were sooo happy with it all. Highly recommend

So glad we discovered this gem!! The servers were so kind and welcoming. My friends and I got coffees and sampled nearly all of them treats (many of them vegan!). We sat and played cards for a while chatting and taking a rest from our holiday travels. The atmosphere is a fun vibe, matcha latte was delicious, and treats are excellent. 10/10 - worth seeking out this spot.

I'm a Private Chef traveling Europe. The pastries here are magnificent. Each bite of what I tasted was like heaven! I highly recommend Coffee and Waves!! Chef Jacqueline Davis

Great service, cozy cafe with amazing açai bowls The staff was very friendly & attentive!

Marta the Barista at Coffee and Waves makes the absolute best Cafe Movha in Lagos! What an amazing joy to find a great Coffee spot so far away from home thank ypu Marta and Alicia for helping me start my mornings in Lagos in such a wonderful way Abrigado ladies!!!

What a wonderful gem of a coffee shop. People, food and coffee are amazing... we love the positive vibes of this little surf themed coffee shop. An absolute must if in Lagos!

Such a cute cafe with wonderful service. The staff is attentive and ensures that you have a wonderful experience. The americanos were delicious as well as their house made cold brew. Highly recommend stopping in for coffee or grabbing it to go from their window!

So many vegetarian and vegan options, as well as amazing coffee. The staff were so friendly and the service was great. The vibe was amazing...great music and nice ambiance. Highly recommend!

Surf-town vibes from this cozy, Aussie style coffee shop. The bestie and I dropped by for breakfast prior to a kayaking trip and savored every minute of our meal. Please note that while they try to stay faithful to the listed hours, at their core this is a side venture for some hardcore surfers. Walking through the narrow cobblestone streets to find this cafe sets the stage. You'll probably see people in the window watching you before you notice that you've arrived. Ascend a few steps and you'll be greeted by a row of surfboards stacked against the wall. A barista may or may not greet you depending on if they're busy tending to other guests - find yourself a seat in the meantime, if you can. People are meant to come alone or in pairs, there's not much room for a big group unless you're incredibly lucky! One of the baristas came over with menus and just as we were getting up to order as was stated on the menu, she came back and took our orders. Breakfast options range from acai bowls to toasts to smoothies, and they make some mean caffeine as well. The food took a little while to arrive, but every bite is even more delightful than the vibrant color of the photos. You can tell each plate is crafted from scratch with fresh ingredients! The weakest part of the breakfast was the croissant, but still did not detract at all from the loveliness of the Avocado Toast. If I could make a breakfast as tasty as the Coffee and Waves crew, I'd have no reason to ever leave my house - but until then I'm a loyal fan!

So glad we found this place on our trip to Lagos- we ended up going twice!! The place is very small, but super cute. There are tons of beach and surf decorations inside the restaurant. On both of our times coming we didn't have to wait more than 5 minutes to get seated. Both times I had the breakfast platter that was so good! It came with a combination of sweet and savory items. I upgraded to the açaí and it was good! I especially loved the jam and herbed butter. Next time I am back in Lagos, I will be sure to come back here!

We experienced a considerable delay of 30 minutes before we could place our order. Despite our efforts to engage the staff, they consistently disregarded our attempts to get their attention.

Cute brunch place in Lagos! The vibes and aesthetic definitely added to the ambiance. I got the half and half bowl, and after days of only eating pasteis and coffee for breakfast, this was a great palette refresh, as it was fresh and light. I wasn't too hungry at the time, but I will say that the portions are small, so if you're coming here ready to /brunch/, consider getting two dishes or you'll be eating again in a couple of hours.

Perfect for a healthy, nourishing and delicious breakfast! The Açaí Smoothie and the banana bread were really good and fresh, the banana bread came straight out of the oven. If you want some iced coffee I can totally recommend the coldbrew- it's so good! The staff is super friendly. Can totally recommend!

Was in town Lagos for a couple days and wanted to find a good breakfast place. And oh wow did I! This place is absolutely amazing with great service. The coffee is made with care and the people are very nice. The food I have tried has also been very very good. If In town, make your way over here! Such a great ambience as well!

Lovely spot. Delicious unique food offerings.everything tastes so fresh. Had the papaya bowl and the marmite toast

We discovered this wonderful coffee shop during our yoga retreat. It had plenty of tables and was nicely decorated. My cappuccino was delicious and beautiful. Barista did an awesome job. Everyone was friendly and their pastries and other food looked good. It's also a surf shop in addition to coffee shop.

It's a nice coffee shop. The atmosphere is relaxed and the decor is well constructed. It is not very spacious but it makes it cozy. I had a good coffee. A little over priced though.

This place is new and super cute. Best and biggest coffee in Lagos. Limited menu but delicious. Great vibe and decor. Excellent service.

My husband found this cafe on our last full day in Lagos. After so many disappointing coffees this place was a gem to find. Great flatwhites and wholesome food. For the antipodean visiting Lagos this is the place to go to get your caffeine fix.

Favorite breakfast and coffee in Lagos! Great food, great people, beautiful surf art. Good vibes all around.

This is the cutest coffee shop! Great aesthetic and delicious coffee and breakfast/snack food. Highly recommend if you're looking for a healthy meal and great coffee in Lagos.