WBar Lounge

WBar Lounge is an upscale restaurant, bar and nightclub at the Cowries Terminal at Falomo in Ikoyi, overlooking the water. It describes itself as a chic restaurant bar and club, and it combines dinner, cocktails and late-night partying in one place.

The evening usually starts with food and drinks. The kitchen offers a savoury menu to eat at the bar or at tables with water views, and the bar serves hand-crafted signature cocktails and champagne. As the night goes on, DJs take over and the venue's light shows turn it into a club, with the energy building towards the early hours. It is a place to dress up and to celebrate, and groups usually book tables.

The waterfront setting is the main difference between WBar and the clubs of Victoria Island and Lekki. Arriving early in the evening lets you enjoy the views and the breeze before the music gets loud, and the transition from dinner to club means you do not have to move on to another venue.

WBar suits groups of friends celebrating a birthday, couples looking for a glamorous night out and visitors who want to see the high-end side of Lagos nightlife. Expect premium prices, and set a budget before you go. The venue keeps its own opening schedule and is not open every night, so check its website or call ahead before you plan your evening; on its website it has announced opening from 19:00 on its open days. Reserve a table if you are coming as a group, especially at weekends and during the festive season in December, when Lagos nightlife is at its busiest.

For the best of both worlds, book dinner at the start of the evening and keep your table as the venue turns into a club. Check whether there is a minimum spend for tables on busy nights, and confirm the dress code when you reserve. The atmosphere builds through the night, so come early if you prefer a quieter start.

The Cowries Terminal is part of the Lagos State Waterways Authority yard at Falomo, which can be confusing to find at night, so give your driver the full address. Use a ride-hailing car or arrange a driver for the journey home, and keep valuables secure in crowded areas. Bogobiri House's Thursday open mic nights and the restaurants of Awolowo Road are close by.