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Best Amala joints in Lagos: The world of Buka (also “ Bukka ”) is a long standing fixture across Nigeria with consistent patronage. Welcome to street food Naija style. Sometimes referred to as “ Mama Put ” – indicating a request for more by frequent patrons as the food is just too delicious, as in “Mama, I beg, Put more…” No one is too big to eat at a Buka. It is pretty common in Lagos to see the so called “Big Men” or “Madam at the Top” sweating and feasting away at their favorite Buka every lunch time.

Check out our updated list of the best mama put restaurants in Lagos:

1. White House, Yaba [caption id="attachment_250268" align="aligncenter" width="770"] White house, Yaba[/caption] 9 Chapel street , Sabo, Yaba, Lagos

Despite the name, this world famous White House Buka is located in the Yaba, the leading startup hub in the Lagos. White House is a local favourite. Beyond the menu variety and late opening hours, it’s quite affordable with free WIFI included for the techie heads.

2. Amala Phase 1, Lagos Island [caption id="attachment_250275" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Amala Lekki[/caption] Phase 1, Dolphin Estate, Adeniji Adele road, Lagos Island, Lagos

This is one of the original Bukas in Lagos serving the very best amala on Lagos Island. Over the last 30 years of existence, the restaurant has moved twice and has now settled at Adeniji Adele Phase 1.

3. Amala Shitta, Surulere [caption id="attachment_250270" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Olaiya, Surulere[/caption] 26 Rabiatu Thomson Crescent, Shitta, Surulere, Lagos

This is the best place to get amala and abula (ewedu, gbegiri and obe elépo) in Surulere. We will skip the endless list of urban legends on why the amala here has been drawing a crowd since the 1960s.

4. Iya Eba, Lagos Island [caption id="attachment_250269" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Iya eba berkeley, Lagos Island[/caption] 10 Berkeley Street, Lagos Island, Lagos

The legendary Iya Eba is a small joint on Berkeley Street that has been providing culinary satisfaction since the IBB days. It is easy to mistaken this place for an eba joint given the name. It is actually more known for its Amala/ewedu and rice/black pepper stew dishes.

5. Olaiya, Surulere [caption id="attachment_250273" align="alignnone" width="770"] Amala Yahoo[/caption] 109 Akerele road, Shitta, Surulere, Lagos

Now run by the second generation Olaiya, this wonderful institution in Surulere lives on. Just ask for amala gbigbona pelu ewedu ati ponmo ninu obe ata . The restaurant is fully-air conditioned with backup generator to ensure there is no disruption to the foodie experience. Also has an outpost in Unilag.

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6. Amala Canada, Ebute Meta [caption id="attachment_250274" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Yakoyo[/caption] 70 Cemetry Street, Ebute-Metta, Lagos

Located in Canada Villa in Ebute Meta, it is a popular buka known for various delicacies including Amala/Gbegiri/Ewedu and Rice/Beans with assorted Meat.

[caption id="attachment_250344" align="aligncenter" width="500"] amala food[/caption] [caption id="attachment_250345" align="aligncenter" width="400"] amala food[/caption] 7. Bank Olemoh Designer Rice, Surulere [caption id="attachment_250271" align="aligncenter" width="369"] Bank Olemoh[/caption] 14 Bank Olemoh street, Surulere, Lagos

This is another second-generation run Buka which specializes only in rice along with beans, plantain and assorted meat. Some have argued that it is manna from heaven. We are not so sure however the designer rice is bloody good.

8. Ajisafe, Ikeja [caption id="attachment_250272" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Ajisafe rice[/caption] Ajisafe street, Off Isaac John, Ikeja, Lagos

Ajisafe specializes in various rice and stew combinations. It remains the best pepper rice joint on the mainland. By the way, this place comes highly recommended by Chef Fregz himself (yes, that same guy).

9. Amala Yahoo, Ogudu [caption id="attachment_250253" align="aligncenter" width="554"] Woman selling amala[/caption] Victoria street, Mechanic Village, Ogudu-Ojota , Ogudu, Lagos

Tucked away in Ogudu, Amala Yahoo is a must-visit for the very best of amala and assorted meats. There is always a crowd present at this buka, get there early.

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10. Defence Car Park Canteen, Marina [caption id="attachment_250275" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Amala Lekki[/caption] Marina Street, Opposite First Bank HQ, Marina, Lagos Island, Lagos

It is also known as First Bank Amala. You will find the efficiency of the staff impressive; quick table turnaround to keep the hungry crowd moving. Amala with Gbegiri and Ewedu is highly recommended.