Akara cooks West African food at Borough Market, named for the black eyed bean fritters it fries to order.
About Akara
Borough Market West African spot offering its namesake black-eyed bean fritters with mains like Lagos chicken or BBQ king oyster mushroom.
Nearest stations to Akara
- London Bridge 3 min walk
- Borough 8 min walk
- London Cannon Street 11 min walk
Where is Akara
- Mon
- 5pm–10.30pm
- Tue–Sat
- 12pm–10.30pm
- Sun
- 12pm–9.30pm
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FAQ
How much is the set menu at Akara?
The set menu at Akara is £30 for 3 courses. The price is the same on every day the set menu is served (Tues–Fri), and it is set by Akara directly, not by All Set.
When is the Akara set menu served?
Akara serves its set menu lunch, between 12pm to 3pm. The set menu runs on the following days: Tues–Fri.
Is the Akara set menu the same food as the à la carte?
Yes. The Akara set menu comes from the same kitchen as the à la carte, using the same ingredients. The set menu offers a tighter selection, typically 3 courses, at a flat price.
How do I book the set menu at Akara?
Book directly with Akara via the "Book a table" button above (it links to Akara's own reservation system). On All Set, every booking is direct with the restaurant, and All Set takes no commission.
What's on the Akara set menu?
Snack
- Rice pancake, black-eyed bean hummus
- Green plantain chips, aubergine sauce
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Plates
- Lagos chicken leg and foot, olive yassa sauce, crushed olives
- Roasted aubergine, carrot sauce
- Served with steamed rice
From the Lunch Set menu we hold, read from Akara’s own menu. Dishes change with the seasons, so treat these as the shape of it rather than a promise.
Last updated: 8 October 2026