The Star is a bar e grill in Lagos Centro, Lagos. Rated 4.7 stars from 159 Google reviews. Known for owners & hospitality and monday quiz nights. Best for quiz nights and groups. Price range: € 5–10.
Rankings updated May 2026
The Star
Across 159 Google reviews, 94% gave four or five stars.
Quick Verdict
The Star is an authentic, warmly-run neighbourhood bar where cheap drinks, Monday quizzes, and the Cunninghams' genuine hospitality create an unforgettable Lagos experience.
You want a genuine, unpretentious night out with locals and travellers, great value drinks, and hosts who treat you like family.
About The Star
The Star is a working-class gem tucked near Greenland Square in central Lagos, where owners Rick and Rozy have built a fiercely loyal following around Monday night quizzes, live karaoke, and Rozy's signature cocktails and curry. The bar radiates 1970s nostalgia—vintage music, retro wall décor, and a cosy, unpretentious atmosphere that feels like stepping into Lagos as it was decades ago. Drinks are among the cheapest in the zone (€5–10), with sangria and spirits consistently praised for quality and value. The kitchen delivers beyond expectations: kebab, chilli con carne, curry, and bar snacks keep both locals and travellers coming back. Regulars and first-time visitors alike report feeling instantly welcomed; the Cunninghams' warmth and storytelling create an almost familial vibe. Monday quizzes draw an eclectic, good-humoured crowd—English-language trivia that's as much about camaraderie as competition. The bar sits in a prime location with clean facilities and card payments accepted, making it an accessible anchor for anyone seeking authentic, unpretentious hospitality in Lagos centro.
The Star is built for lingering — the coffee is a destination in its own right, and the atmosphere encourages staying for a second.
What Stands Out
Owners & hospitality
Across 30+ reviews, Rick and Rozy are named individually as warm, welcoming, and memorable—reviewers describe feeling 'like home away from home' and praise their 'worldwide stories to inspire any traveller or settler.'
Monday quiz nights
Quiz nights appear in 8+ reviews as a signature draw, described as 'fun,' 'brilliant,' and 'unforgettable'—a reliable weekly event that builds community.
Value & atmosphere
Drinks priced €5–10 are called 'very cheap,' 'super bargain,' and 'cheapest in the zone'; the 1970s retro setting and casual vibe are praised as authentic and nostalgic.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Contact
Tv. 1º de Maio 9, 8600-277 Lagos
282 037 538Common Questions
How consistently good is The Star?
Across 159 Google reviews, 94% of visitors gave four or five stars — placing The Star among Lagos Centro's most reliably rated bar e grills.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Star
Yes. The bar is marked 'Popular for solo dining' and reviewers repeatedly praise the welcoming, familial atmosphere created by Rick and Rozy. Solo visitors report feeling instantly at home and often staying longer than planned.
A fun, English-language pub quiz. It's a signature event drawing locals and tourists alike. Reviewers call it 'brilliant,' 'fun,' and a great way to meet people in a cosy, good-humoured setting.
No. Drinks are among the cheapest in Lagos centro, priced €5–10. Sangria, cocktails, and spirits are consistently praised for quality and value—reviewers call it a 'super bargain.'
The bar serves kebab, curry, chilli con carne, and bar snacks. Rozy's curry and kebab are particularly praised. Portions are generous and prices remain very affordable.
Both. The Star attracts a comfortable mix of locals and tourists. The atmosphere is casual and working-class—unpretentious and authentically Lagosian, not designed for tourists but welcoming to all.
Cosy, casual, and retro—think 1970s Lagos. Vintage music, wall décor, and a homely atmosphere. Reviewers describe it as a 'gem,' a 'legend,' and a place where you instantly feel part of the community.
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