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📍Calabar, Nigeria

You know those nights when you’re out late and nothing hits like a plate of hot afang soup or a sizzling suya? Calabar has some proper late-night spots that keep the vibe alive after 10pm, and I’m here to spill the tea on where to find them.

First off, the suya scene on **Mary Slessor Avenue** is unbeatable. Right near the roundabout by the big church, you’ll see a cluster of guys grilling meat under those yellow bulbs. The kpomo is soft, the suya is spicy, and they sell it with sliced onions and fresh pepper until 2am most nights. Just park your car nearby and shout your order. I always ask for extra liver.

If you want a proper sit-down meal, head to **Chamberlain Street** in the Eta Agbor area. There’s a small cafeteria called **Oga’s Kitchen** that opens till around midnight. Their edikang ikong with fresh fish is legendary, and they don’t mind serving you late if you call ahead. The place is just a few doors down from the big pharmacy. I once went there at 11:30pm and they still had hot yam porridge.

For those nights when you’re around the **Anantigha** junction, look for the pepper soup joint near the filling station. It’s not marked, but you’ll smell it. They do catfish pepper soup with mackerel options, and they pack it in takeaway bowls if you want to eat at home. The woman who runs it is always there till 1am. Her ginger stock is strong.

Over in **Bayside**, by the stadium roundabout, there’s a late-night buka that opens from 10pm to dawn. They specialize in jollof rice with fried plantain and beef sauce. The stew is rich, not too oily. Bring your own container if you want leftovers. It’s opposite the Total filling station.

And if you’re craving something lighter, the **Watt Market** area has women selling fresh buns and puff-puff on the streets near the bus stop. They deep-fry on the spot, so you get them hot. Perfect for the walk home.

Pro tip: carry cash, because most late-night spots here don’t have POS or transfer options after a certain hour. And always check the suya meat before buying - the best ones sizzle when they hit your plate.

So next time you’re out late in Calabar, skip the fast food chains and hit these local gems. Your stomach will thank you.

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