Maple

Maple is a brunch cafe in Lekki Phase 1 from Kehinde and Taiwo Smith, the twin sisters who also run The Smiths cocktail room in Victoria Island and the restaurant Cafeteria. It is well reviewed and was featured in Eat.Drink.Lagos's 2026 guide to brunch places worth trying. It is open every day from morning until late, so it works for breakfast, a long brunch or an early dinner.

The menu is built around brunch classics. Popular orders include smashed avocado toast, a buttermilk biscuit with crispy chicken, and the Not So American Full English, a hearty plate that combines the two traditions. For a bigger meal, steak and eggs is on the menu, served alongside coffee and other drinks. Prices reflect the Lekki brunch scene, so expect to pay more than at a local cafe.

The cafe suits friends meeting for weekend brunch, couples, and remote workers or visitors looking for a comfortable place to spend a morning. Weekends are the busiest time for brunch, while weekday mornings are usually quieter and better if you want to read or work.

Go early at weekends or contact the cafe through its social media to ask about reservations, particularly for larger groups. Check the current menu on Instagram before you go, as dishes and prices change. As in many Lagos cafes, check whether VAT and service charges are added to your bill.

For a first visit, the Not So American Full English is a filling choice if you want a late breakfast that lasts until dinner, while the avocado toast is lighter. Groups should arrive together, as seating is easier to arrange when everyone is present. Because Maple stays open until late, it also works as an early dinner spot when the brunch crowds have gone. Mention any allergies when you order, and bring a back-up payment method in case of card machine problems, which can happen anywhere in Lagos.

Otunba Adedoyin Ogungbe is in Lekki Phase 1, a short ride from Admiralty Way and the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge. Ride-hailing cars are the easiest way to arrive. After brunch, you could walk across the Link Bridge, browse the shops of Admiralty Way or head further along the peninsula to the Lekki Arts and Crafts Market.