The 12 Most Visited Chinese Restaurants in Abuja

Home to the seat of the No 1 citizen of Nigeria, this is the federal capital city in its grandeur. You can be far away from home but you’ll get the homely feeling. Whether you live in the exotic hills of Guzape or the creeks of Nyanya, Abuja is a fascinating tourism choice for any fun-loving person: majestic buildings, luxurious views, lavish spending and exotic dishes, for indigenes, foreigners, and you.

Welcome to the ‘Bugatti’ of cities. Welcome to Abuja.

Talking about exotic dishes, the capital of Nigeria is a known hotspot for first-class treatment as long as you have the financial withal. ‘From Tofu to Sushi’ is a metaphor for the excellent variety of Asian dishes available in top Chinese restaurants in Abuja.

Chinese culture is known for its many side attractions, you know these things – Chinese movies, Chinese music, Chinese fabric and of course, Chinese food are reflections of China’s global cultural royalty.

If you’ve ever had one, you know Herbs and spices included in Chinese cuisine make each dish taste like heaven. Also, we must not forget about all the delicious types of sauces that make the delicacies mouth-watering.

Perhaps you are wondering where you could find a place to relish your taste buds in Abuja, for the first time or the next, especially with specificity to Chinese dishes, this blog post is specially written for you. These are the 12 topmost Chinese restaurants in the city of Abuja. Let’s dive in.

12 Most Visited Chinese Restaurants in Abuja

1. Silk Road Restaurant Abuja

Professing to be the ‘largest Chinese restaurant in Sub-saharan Africa,’ Silk Road Restaurant is a triple combo of class, elegance, and professionalism. They have a spacious hall, private dining rooms, VIP rooms, efficient staff, and a quiet ambiance. Silk Road has had a barrage of positive reviews from users over the years. Undoubtedly, a top-choice Chinese restaurant for you.

• Types of Dishes – Chicken Sauces, Seafood, Beef & Lamb, Sauces, Chicken Soup, Rice & Noodles, Vegetables etc
• Opening Hours – 11 am – 10 pm
• Highlights – Dine in • Takeaway • No-contact delivery
• Location – Plot 770, Sinoki house, off Samuel Ademulegun Ave, opposite Federal Ministry of Transport, Central Business District, Abuja

2. Woks & Koi Chinese Restaurant

A contemporary Asian cuisine located in the heart of the Wuse, Abuja. Woks and Koi’s services have gained excellent reviews over time from Nigerians and foreigners. One of the many notable perks of Woks and Koi is their class in offering you a delightful experience with traditional Chinese delicacies, mixed with rich mocktails and cocktails to savor your taste. They speak class and rank high in the order of top Chinese restaurants in Abuja. They also have a branch in Lagos.

• Types of Dishes – First Bites, Soups, Chicken, Meat, Vegetables, Hot Pots, Rice & Noodles, Seafood, Desserts.
• Opening Hours – 12 noon – 10 pm daily
• Highlights – Delivery, Dine Out, Take-away
• Location – 18 Durban St, Wuse 904101, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory

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3. Sinoni Chinese Restaurant

They serve it all, including Chinese liquor (lol). Sinoni is another top-choice Chinese restaurant for you in terms of quality Chinese delicacies and range. They have a serene environment, tasty meals, and a superb dining setting. They also make private dining sections to suit your preferences.

• Types of Dishes – First Bites, Soups, Chicken, Meat, Vegetables, Hot Pots, Rice & Noodles, Seafood, Desserts.
• Opening Hours – 12 noon – 10 pm daily
• Highlights – Dine-in · Takeaway · No-contact delivery
• Location – Zeto Court, 3 Oshogbo Cl, Garki, Abuja

4. The VUE

The VUE is located in Wuse Zone 5, inside the Novare Mall. Think Chinese, Indian, and Thai delicacies, think VUE. Exquisite settings and service and if you are lucky to attend on a Friday night with boo or bae, you might just create a long-lasting memory. The Vue does not serve beef and pork but Halal meat.

• Types of Dishes – Soups, Salad, Sushi/Nigiri, Dim Sum, Vegetables, Chicken, Lamb, Seafood, Tandoori, Breads, Teppanyaki, Rice and Noodles, Desserts.
• Drinks – Mocktails, Brew, Milkshakes, Cocktails, Single Malt, Whisky, Cognac/Brandy, Rum, Gin, Arak, Vodka, Tequila, Beer, Wines, Remy Martin
• Opening Hours – 11 am – 10:30 pm
• Highlights – Dine in, Dine Out, Take-away
• Location – Novare Mall, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja

5. New Emperor Chinese Cuisine

Aside from the excellent ambiance, spacious environment, and tasty meals, one word has been frequently used by customers to describe New Emperor Chinese Cuisine – serenity. For lovers of a serene dining environment, this could top your list of choices of Chinese restaurants to visit in Abuja.

• Types of Dishes – Cold dishes, Soups, Pastry, Beef & Chicken sauces, Seafood sauces, Rice and Noodles, Vegetables.
• Opening Hours – 11:00 am – 10:30 pm
• Highlights – Delivery, Dine Out, Take-away
• Location – 5A Parakou Crescent, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja

6. Pin Zhong Xuan Chinese Restaurant

Located in Jabi Mall, Pin Zhong Xuan’s exquisite interior, quiet spaces, scintillating and eye-catching designs plus professional staff make it unmissable in the list of Chinese restaurants you want to visit in Abuja.

• Types of Dishes – Beef Soup, Drinks, Noodles, Beef & Chicken Soup, Seafood.
• Opening Hours – 9:30 am – 10:30 pm
• Highlights – Dine in, Takeaway, Delivery
• Location – Jabi Lake Mall, Utako, Abuja

7. Mu Zi Express/Cuisine

“Truly a taste of China.” Amina Yahaya, a user said while describing the services of Muzi Express. Andie Okon, another user says, “Best Chinese in Abuja! Food tastes great, the service is good too. It’s simple and straightforward and the food comes out at a good time. The setting is a very classic Chinese setting. They have an Express for on-the-go food and a sit-in on the first floor.”

These are some of the reviews given in previous times by users. However, some other users say that Mu Zi is a ”little bit pricey” for its services. Regardless, Mu Zi remains a top choice amongst Chinese restaurants in Abuja.

• Types of Dishes – Appetizer, Soup, Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Seafood, Vegetables, Rice & Noodles, Drinks.
• Opening Hours – 11 am to 10 pm and also offers delivery service, which ends by 8 pm.
• Highlights – Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery
• Location – Drip Mall, Aminu Kano Crescent, opposite Beer Barn, Municipal 904101, Abuja.

8. Pow Restaurant

Pow Restaurant is an Asian restaurant with a minimalist interior design, cross-matching aesthetic and pleasant customer service. They have a wide variety of dishes from Singaporean noodles to Mongolian sauces. Altine Nagode, a user, wrote about her experience in the restaurant describing it as “lovely and the right place to go.”

• Types of Dishes – Asian, Sushi, Thai, Yakitori, Vegetables, Desserts, Starter Platter, Small Plates, Noodles
• Opening Hours – Monday – Thursday: 11 am – 10 pm, Friday – Sunday: 11 am -11 pm
• Highlights – Seating, Table Service, Reservations, Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery
• Location – 5 Bangui Street, Off Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja.

9. Mao Street Chinese Restaurant

A user on her third visit, Stella Yakubu described Mao Street restaurant as the “best Chinese food restaurant in Abuja.” Seeing is believing they say, you sure want to check them and relish your taste buds. They have a knack for swift meal preparation and tasty dishes. Other users have also described Mao as “budget friendly.”

• Types of Dishes – Starters, Chicken Wings, Rice, Noodles, Beef Sauce, Chicken Sauce, Seafood Sauce, Salad, Vegetable, Soups.
• Opening Hours – 10 am – 8 pm weekdays
• Highlights – Drinks, Dine-in, Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery.
• Location – Sentosa Park & Garden, Zone A, Apo Legislative Quarters, Abuja

You can also visit their Instagram Page for more ‘visually satisfying’ images.

10. Marcoriano Chinese Restaurant

Located in Maitama, Marcoriano is a beautiful choice for any fan of Chinese food. They offer a wide variety of dishes, are well-detailed in their presentation and have gained excellent reviews from users in recent times. Art, decorations and choice of furniture depict the Chinese culture which is the bedrock of any memorable experience. You can visit their official website to read more. However, some users have described Marcoriano to be “a little bit pricey.”

• Types of Dishes – Chinese Delicacies, Asian Cousins, International Dishes, Nigerian Dishes.
• Opening Hours – Monday – Friday – 7 am – 11 pm, Saturday – 10 am – 11 pm
• Highlights – Dine In • Delivery
• Location – 33 Gana Street, Maitama, Abuja

11. Chopsticks & Caesar’s

Chopsticks and Ceaser’s is bent on giving you a “breath of China”. They have excellent customer service, symbolic furniture for comfort and a quiet nice ambiance for people with such preferences. Users in recent times have also described Chopsticks and Ceaser’s to be budget friendly and you might want to check that out yourself. Other reviews have lauded their staff on how they “help you out” in case you are confused about what to order. Kind gestures like the Chinese.

• Types of Dishes – Soups, Rice & Noodles, Cold & Hot Appetizers, Seafood, Chicken, Beef & Lamb, Vegetables, Desserts.
• Opening Hours – 12 pm – 9 pm
• Highlights – Dine-in · Takeaway · No-contact delivery
• Location – 52 Mississippi St, Maitama 904101, Abuja.

12. The Atrium Restaurant

Located in Utako, Abuja, this is a top-tier restaurant for lovers of Chinese Delicacies, Nigerian delicacies and Intercontinental delicacies. They have a breathtaking environment, especially with the choice of designs and ambiance. Users have consistently poured encomiums on the quality of food served, the cozy enclosed VIP rooms, the beautiful blend of cafe and music (live band) on Friday nights.

• Types of Dishes – Chinese, Nigerian, Intercontinental delicacies.
• Opening Hours – 9 am – 9 pm weekdays
• Highlights – Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery
• Location – The Atrium Restaurant, Alibro Atrium, No.32 Ekukinam Street, Utako, Abuja.

Conclusion

If you read from A – Z, you’d infer that the top 12 Chinese restaurants in Abuja listed in this blog post were able to get excellent reviews based on the ambiance of the dining environment, quality of delicacies, and excellent customer service. These are the main “must-haves” of a memorable experience in a Chinese restaurant outside China.

However, the reviews above are a reflection of users and the research of MSME Africa. We hope you find our blog post helpful and if you do, kindly share it with your network.