From Lagos to Lebanon in One Bite: Inside Salma’s Lebanese Wonderland
From Lagos to Lebanon in One Bite: Inside Salma’s Lebanese Wonderland
If your tastebuds are tired of the same old jollof–shawarma–small chops routine, Salma’s Authentic Lebanese Cuisine is basically the passport stamp you didn’t know you needed.
Nestled on Ozumba Mbadiwe (yes, the same street where traffic tests your faith daily), this fine-dining gem serves up food that’s equal parts fancy, flavorful, and flat-out addictive.
Let’s start with breakfast. Forget cornflakes. At Salma’s, you’re eating Halloumi for ₦13,000 like the bougie foodie you were destined to be, or you’re dunking warm manouche into creamy labneh like you own stock in olive oil. Their Set Salma’s package (₦30,000) could feed two people, or one Lagosian who had a really bad week and needs comfort food therapy. No judgment.
Move into à la carte, and this is where the Lebanese magic really kicks in. The Hommos family alone could start international debates. There’s the classic version, the spicy version, the avocado remix, and even one topped with meat (because chickpeas clearly needed friends). If you’re brave, try the raw section: yes, goat meat tartare in Lagos. Only for the bold.
Their mezze game? Elite. Imagine hot, crispy falafel, smoky baba ghanouj, and batata harra potatoes that are spicy enough to wake your ancestors. And don’t get me started on the Shawarma and Cauliflower Delice. It’s basically shawarma but upgraded, like if shawarma went abroad and came back with an accent.
Of course, Salma’s isn’t just about food. They’ve got cocktails, and even shisha if you’re feeling extra. And the vibes? Between the handcrafted arches, mosaic details, and a DJ spinning midweek, it’s giving “Lagos nightlife but cultured.”
So, whether you’re there for a casual fattoush salad, a romantic dinner, or just to flex on Instagram, salma’s is the kind of place that makes you forget you’re still in Lagos, until it’s time to pay the bill.
Final Verdict:
Salma’s is where “East meets West, deliciously.” It’s perfect for date nights, group hangouts, or solo food pilgrimages when you just want to eat hummus like it’s your birthright. Just don’t blame us when you get addicted.
