Suya is one of Nigeria’s most popular street foods, made by seasoning thin slices of meat with a spiced mix called yaji and grilling it over an open flame. It is commonly served with sides like onions, tomatoes, and cabbage, and is available in different varieties including beef, chicken, ram, and offal. In Lagos, suya is sold across the city, from quiet residential streets to busy commercial areas, with each location offering its own style and flavour profile If you are planning to enjoy suya this weekend, here are four spots well known for the quality of their meat, seasoning, and preparation, offering reliable options for both first-time visitors and regular customers. Glover Court Suya- Ikoyi Glover Court Suya has been operating on Glover Road, Ikoyi for over two decades and is widely considered one of the best suya spots on the Island. They serve beef, ram, chicken, gizzard, and liver, alongside northern Nigerian sides such as masa and kilishi. The spot tends to get busy on weekends and evening hours, so expect a queue. Online ordering is available through their website, which is a useful option if you would rather not wait. Zanzan Suya – Ikoyi Zanzan Suya is located within the Lagos Polo Club grounds in Ikoyi. You do not need to be a club member to access it,you can let the gate know you are there for suya. The spot is known for its chicken and gizzard suya in particular, and the setting is calmer and more open than a typical roadside stall. There is also a small shop nearby where you can pick up drinks. It operates Monday to Sunday from 3pm to midnight. Akerele Suya- Surulere Akerele Suya is one of the most well-known suya spots on the mainland. It is a grab-and-go setup — there are no seats — but the operation is organised. Multiple people typically work the station at the same time, and the grilling is done fresh per order in view of customers. They serve beef, liver, kidney, and gizzard, and the accompaniments include the usual onions and tomatoes as well as cabbage. Belton Suya- Gbagada Belton Suya operates in Gbagada f and draws customers from the surrounding areas of Somolu and Bariga as well. One notable difference from most suya spots is the opening time — they start from 10am, well before the typical evening hours most spots operate. The menu covers chicken, beef, gizzard, kidney, and tripe, and the chicken suya is particularly recommended by regulars. They also sell suya spice for customers who want to cook at home. There is a small bar attached to the spot. Esther Emoekpere Esther Emoekpere is a data analyst in the audience engagement department at BusinessDay, where she uses data to understand reader behaviour, spot unusual trends, and support the newsroom with insights that shape story performance. She holds a BSc in Statistics from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. She also with the BD Weekender team, where she covers a range of beats including profiles, food, lifestyle, restaurants, and fashion—creating stories shaped by audience interest and real-time engagement trends. Share