Basic Information

Address

No 1b, beside Eliel Event center, Gold and Base, Jos 930100, Plateau

Website

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Cuisine Type

Restaurant

Target Audience

Families, groups, tourists, solo diners, couples seeking romantic dining, business professionals, and anyone interested in authentic Nigerian culinary experiences

About This Restaurant

Simmer Restaurant is a women-owned dining destination in Jos that celebrates authentic Nigerian cuisine in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Located beside Eliel Event Center, this restaurant specializes in genuine, traditional dishes crafted with care to showcase the rich flavors of Nigerian heritage. With a diverse menu featuring everything from quick bites to all-you-can-eat options, Simmer offers multiple service options including dine-in, takeaway, and delivery. The restaurant boasts a sophisticated bar with an impressive selection of beer, cocktails, and wine, complemented by live music and a cozy, trendy ambiance perfect for various dining occasions.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

9:30 am–10 pm

Saturday

9:30 am–10 pm

Sunday

12:30–10 pm

Monday

3–10 pm

Tuesday

9:30 am–10 pm

Wednesday

9:30 am–10 pm

Thursday

9:30 am–10 pm

Closed Days

Sunday Hours

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Best Times to Visit

Evenings and weekends are popular, with live music enhancing the atmosphere. The restaurant opens later on Sundays (12:30 pm) and Mondays (3 pm), making lunch visits better suited for Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are accepted for busy periods.

Specialties & Services

Authentic Nigerian cuisine, all-you-can-eat options, organic dishes, private dining room, catering services, great beer and cocktail selection, extensive wine list, live music performances, happy-hour drinks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner service

Amenities & Features

Parking

Free parking lot available, free street parking, and plenty of parking spaces including wheelchair-accessible parking

Payment Methods

Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible toilet, wheelchair-accessible car park, free parking lot, free street parking, and plenty of parking available

From the business

Identifies as women-owned

Service options

Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music

Popular for

Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Offerings

Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Organic dishes, Private dining room, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Wine

Dining options

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service

Amenities

Bar on site, Toilet, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Romantic, Trendy

Crowd

Family friendly, Groups, Tourists

Planning

Accepts reservations

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the authentic, traditional Nigerian dishes made with care and rich in flavor. Reviewers highlight the excellent service with courteous wait staff, fabulous ambiance, and overall enjoyable dining experience. Many describe it as a 'Jos special' that captures the true essence of Nigerian heritage cuisine.

Customer Reviews

"I call this place "'Jos special''. They serve genuine, authentic dishes made with care and rich in tradition. Each meal is crafted to capture the true essence of Nigerian heritage, bringing you flavors that are both comforting and …"

"The waiters are amazingly courteous and the ambience is fabulous. I didn’t want to leave. Service was excellent ✅ …"

"Thank you so much for your review. We are glad you had an enjoyable time with us and we hope to see you again."

"I had a great time at the restaurant, the food was nice, excellent taste and the delivery was swift. The waiters are very courteous and polite. The ambience feels like something out of a moonlight. I love the experience and can’t wait to …"