NOK by Alara

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"A contemporary restaurant and lifestyle boutique in Lekki that blends inventive West African flavors with refined presentation; standout bites included crisp plantain beignets served with house-made spicy ketchup, a green salad topped with grilled chicken and locust-bean croutons, and an ‘orange fish’ main of deep-sea perch in a tomato-based spicy curry crowned with fried spaghetti. The kitchen’s approach balances familiar ingredients with elevated techniques from a pan-African perspective." - Shirley Nwangwa

"Nok by Alara stands out in the Lagos restaurant scene when it comes to both the aesthetics and the menu. The bright red walls pop against almost any outfit, making it a perfect backdrop for an Instagram, and the dishes on offer include some of the best jollof rice and amala, as well as options with Northern Nigerian influences. Try the jollof rice with beef dambu nama and beef suya."

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"Nok by Alara stands out in the Lagos restaurant scene with its bright red walls and a menu that includes some of the best jollof rice and amala, along with Northern Nigerian influenced dishes like beef dambu nama and beef suya." - Vincent Desmond

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"Nok is Reni Folawiyo's restaurant, contributing to Lagos's cultural transformation by engaging with the youth in the arts."

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"Nok is a pan-African restaurant in Lagos, Nigeria, opened by Pierre Thiam." - Tanay Warerkar