Lola's Restaurant & Lounge

About Lola's Restaurant & Lounge

Lola's Restaurant & Lounge is a West African eatery located in Irving, Texas. The restaurant serves authentic Nigerian dishes in a setting described as friendly, warm, and family-oriented. The menu features a variety of traditional soups like Egusi, Afang, and Bitter leaf soup, often served with pounded yam or rice. Other offerings include Jollof rice, Suya, and various meat and fish preparations. Lola's aims to provide a taste of home-cooked Nigerian cuisine for its patrons.

The Vibe

The atmosphere at Lola's is generally described as casual and family-friendly, with a warm and welcoming feel. Some reviews mention a cozy setting, while others note moderate noise levels. Service can be inconsistent, with some patrons praising the attentiveness and hospitality of certain staff members, while others report instances of rudeness or slow service, particularly from an older female staff member. Despite service fluctuations, many find the food to be the main draw.

• casual
• family friendly
• cozy
• moderate noise

What's Good

• Egusi soup

  $20.00

  A popular Nigerian soup made from ground melon seeds, often served with assorted meats like goat or chicken.

• Jollof rice

  $21.00

  A flavorful rice dish cooked in a tomato and pepper base, commonly served with a choice of meat.

• Suya

  $15.00

  Spicy grilled meat skewers, a popular street food in West Africa, known for its rich seasoning.

• Afang Soup

  $25.00

  A traditional soup made with afang leaves (gnetum africanum) and waterleaf, often prepared with assorted meats.

• Bitter leaf soup

  $25.00

  A soup made from the bitter leaves of the Vernonia amygdalina plant, known for its unique flavor profile.

Perfect For

• family meal
• casual dining
• group dining