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Ibadan–Iseyin Road, Moniya, Ibadan, Nigeria
5 mins from Obafemi Awolowo Train Station, Moniya
Tuesday – Sunday: 12:00 noon – 12:00 am
Closed Mondays
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Message us directly on WhatsApp for large groups, private events, or same-day requests.
Chat on WhatsAppGood to Know
- • Reservations are confirmed by our team on WhatsApp
- • Groups of 10+ should reserve at least 48 hours ahead
- • Ilé Àṣeyọrí (VIP) and Story Session seats are limited
- • We host birthdays, proposals, reunions, stag/hen nights & more — just tell us the occasion
Online reservations and orders can be placed until 7:00 PM daily.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Before You Visit
Do I need a reservation?
Only if you’re coming as a group of more than 8 — for bigger groups, a quick reservation helps us prepare your Ilé properly. Smaller parties are always welcome to walk right in and join the village.
Do you accept walk-ins?
Absolutely! Our doors are open all day, every day we’re open (except Mondays) — come as you are and let us welcome you the Ìlú Ìtàn way.
Is Ìlú Ìtàn family friendly?
Very much so — we love seeing families gather around our tables and share stories together. We just ask that little ones settle in for the night by 10:00 pm, once the evening’s storytelling by the fire begins in earnest.
Can I book an entire Ilé?
Yes! Reach out to us on WhatsApp or by phone and we’ll happily talk through which Ilé suits your gathering and check availability for your date.
Do you host birthdays?
We’d love to! Send us a message and let’s plan a birthday to remember — thatched roofs, good food, and a story or two thrown in.
Can I book proposals?
Absolutely, and we mean it — tell us your vision and we’ll help make your proposal as unforgettable as the story you’re about to start.
Do you host corporate events?
Yes, we do — from team dinners to full corporate gatherings. Get in touch and we’ll help plan something your team will actually talk about afterwards.
Do you serve alcohol?
Yes — our drinks menu includes beer, whiskey, cognac, vodka and more, alongside non-alcoholic options for everyone at the table.
Do you serve palm wine?
Yes — fresh palm wine, tapped daily and poured the traditional way, straight from the gourd into a calabash.
Is there parking?
Yes — we have parking right on site, plus plenty of space on the street nearby if things get busy.
Can I hire the venue privately?
Yes, the whole village can be yours for the evening — contact us to talk through your event and we’ll take it from there.
Can I book the storytelling courtyard (Àgbàlá)?
Yes — the Àgbàlá is where our best stories are told, and it can be booked for your own gathering too. Message us to check availability.
What are your opening hours?
We’re open Tuesday to Sunday, 12 noon till midnight — and closed on Mondays, so our team (and our storytellers) can rest.
How do I make a reservation?
Just fill in the reservation form on this page — it opens a WhatsApp chat with all your details ready to send. Our team confirms every booking directly on WhatsApp.
Is there a cut-off time for online bookings or orders?
Yes, online reservations and orders are open until 7:00 pm daily. After that, please call or WhatsApp us directly and we’ll do our best to help.
How far in advance should I book?
For most parties, a same-day or next-day heads-up is plenty. If you’re coming with 10 or more guests, we’d love at least 48 hours’ notice so we can prepare your Ilé properly.
Can I choose which Ilé (house) I sit in?
Yes — when you reserve, let us know your preferred Ilé and we’ll do our best to seat you there. Every house has its own character, so take a look at The Ilé page if you’d like to pick a favourite.
What nights do you have storytelling or live events?
Every night has its own flavour — from our Quiet Village evenings to Friday’s Ìtàn Theatre & Cultural Night and Sunday’s Night of Stories around the fire. Check our Story Sessions page for the full weekly lineup.
How do I get to Ìlú Ìtàn?
We’re on the Ibadan–Iseyin Road in Moniya, just 5 minutes from the Obafemi Awolowo Train Station — easy to find, and we’ve got parking waiting for you.
Can I share my own story at Ìlú Ìtàn?
Yes! We keep a Wall of Stories for guests to add their own — ask us about it when you visit, or share yours on our Story Sessions page.
Do you take card payments, or cash/transfer only?
We’re a cashless venue — we accept card payments and bank transfers, with transfers made only to our company’s registered account. We don’t accept cash.
Is there a dress code, especially for Friday/Sunday cultural nights?
Come as you are — there’s no dress code. Though if you’d like to lean into the evening, we’d love to see you in Yoruba attire, especially on our Friday and Sunday cultural nights.
Is a deposit required for private hire or large bookings?
Yes, a deposit is required for private hire or large group bookings — contact us and we’ll walk you through the details.
Is there WiFi on site?
Yes, we have WiFi — though we secretly hope you’ll put your phone down for a while and make your own stories instead.
Still have a question? Chat with us on WhatsApp.