Jollof rice, chicken and plantain at De Dem's Restaurant

Authentic Nigerian Cuisine in Ajah, Lekki

Home-cooked flavour,
luxury dining feel.

De Dem's Restaurant serves Nigerian meals with a modern, luxurious touch in Ajah. Order jollof rice, soups, grilled fish, pastries, drinks, and catering trays by WhatsApp.

Describe the mood, setting, occasion or feeling and we'll suggest dishes from the menu.

The Heart Behind De Dem's

De Dem's Restaurant is a proudly Nigerian kitchen in Ajah, run by the same people behind De Dem's Park and Whitecourt View Hotels, so the standard is already proven.

Every pot of soup, every plate of jollof, and every grilled fish is cooked with care, using recipes passed down, tested and perfected over the years. No shortcuts, no compromise - just rich flavour, generous portions and the warmth you expect from real Nigerian home food.

Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch, ordering for the office or feeding a full house for a celebration, De Dem's is here to serve food that actually tastes like home.

Assorted Nigerian dishes at De Dem's Restaurant

Signature Dishes

Jollof Basmati & Grilled Chicken

Jollof Basmati & Grilled Chicken

Smoky jollof basmati served with tender, spicy grilled chicken and fried plantain.

Egusi Soup & Swallow

Egusi Soup & Swallow

Rich melon seed soup loaded with beef, stockfish and vegetables, paired with your choice of swallow.

Catfish Pepper Soup

Catfish Pepper Soup

Whole catfish in a hot, aromatic pepper soup broth - perfect for evenings and rainy days.