Best Lunch Restaurants in Balham

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1. Blue Fig - Balham

4.6

Exceptional(40)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Balham

"NEW TO BALHAM! Blue Fig, a British-Mediterranean restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner opens at 5-6 Balham Station Road, in the premises formerly occupied by Tongi. Owner, Samer and the team will be serving a range of dishes that will appeal to meat-eaters, fish-lovers and vegetarians alike, using the freshest, natural ingredients."

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2. Utter Waffle Balham

4.7

Exceptional(13)

Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Balham

Booked 16 times today

Utter Waffle - a gem within the South London brunch scene! We opened our Balham restaurant in 2024, our second site after our Herne Hill baby! Since our launch, we've collected a small cabinet of trophies and awards, and have even cooked our savoury waffles on Masterchef, Sunday Brunch & Saturday Kitchen! Our busy brunch restaurant serves everything from fried chicken & waffles and our signature avo smash, to bottomless brunch & craft beers. For those with a sweet tooth - fret not as the desserts are pretty good too - (we're even the proud winners of The Best Dessert in the UK (British Street Food Awards)), so there really is something for everyone! We pride ourselves on a super-inclusive menu and ability to cater for those with dietary requirements; We're co-owned by a coeliac, don't handle any gluten on-site, plus we boast loads of vegetarian and vegan options too! So what are you waiting for!?

3. Pho Balham

4.6

Exceptional(42)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Balham

Booked 2 times today

Sat just around the corner from Balham rail and tube station, Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing sharing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £5.50.

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4. Harry’s Dolce Vita

4.6

Exceptional(1993)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Knightsbridge

Booked 118 times today

Reminiscent of 1950s and 1960s Italian glamour, Harry's Dolce Vita is a mixture of legendary Italian charm, delicious unfussy food, inspired cocktails, stylish decor and some good old fashioned fun.

5. Yauatcha Soho

4.5

Awesome(6824)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Soho

Booked 38 times today

Yauatcha Soho, located in the heart of vibrant London, is an all-day dim sum teahouse offering a wide selection of modern authentic dim sum alongside European patisserie and an extensive range of teas, wine and cocktails. The design of the restaurant is a modern interpretation of the old Chinese teahouse. At the same time, the lighting and seating embodies the atmosphere of a vibrant ‘chatter shop’, similar to the traditional Hong Kong dim sum restaurants. The restaurant offers Cantonese dishes with a modern influence, with an extensive range of steamed, baked, grilled and fried dim sum such as Yauatcha’s signature dishes of Scallop shui mai and Venison puffs.

6. Clos Maggiore

4.6

Exceptional(15132)

Price: Expensive

• French • Covent Garden

Booked 44 times today

Clos Maggiore is an oasis of calm in the heart of Covent Garden. Influenced by the stylish country inns of Provence and Tuscany its unique interiors create a warmth and intimacy enjoyed by both business and private parties. The conservatory has a fully retractable glass roof creating a bright and airy dining space. Our extensive cellar at Clos Maggiore includes over 2,000 labels and was extended earlier this year to include an additional 400 wines at a low – mid price range. We are very proud to have been awarded the “Best of Award of Excellence” consistently since 2003 by Wine Spectator.

7. Trinity

4.9

Exceptional(3538)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Clapham

Booked 17 times today

Trinity reopened in October 2015 with the same ethos, culture and team whilst recreating a new and refreshing backdrop - retaining its sophistication and remaining a restaurant of significance in Clapham. An alfresco dining area accommodates 16 guests, the dining room seating 40 guests that now have a clear view into an open plan kitchen with banquette seating surrounded by the soft hues of jade green and dusty heather pink. Staying true to his style of cookery, the new menu will focus on Adam’s interpretation of great classics in a relaxed and approachable setting. The kitchen presents a four course a la carte menu for a set price of £70 for lunch and £120 for dinner. The wine list continues to offer great value with the Chef's Cellar List (just add VAT and corkage), increasing both our quantity and quality and a overall extension to the main wine list of up to 400 bins now on display in the feature wine cellar on the ground floor.

8. Blacklock Soho

4.7

Exceptional(5872)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Soho

Booked 68 times today

Blacklock is a modern version of the Great British chophouse. Set in an old brothel, we take the best meat in the country from the award winning farmer and butcher Philip Warren in Cornwall. We cook chops simply over our real charcoal grill with a little help from vintage Blacklock irons and serve it all up alongside cocktails that give back and wine on tap in our atmospheric subterranean chop mecca. On Sundays we serve a Sunday Roast almost as good as Mum's.Bookings and Walk-Ins available:Monday - Friday 12:00 - 15:00pmMonday - Friday 17:00 - 22:30pmBookings up to 8 guests (Mon-Thurs)Bookings up to 6 guests (Friday)Saturday: 12:00 - 23:00Bookings for lunch and pre-theatre from 12noon to 23:00Bookings up to 6 guestsSunday 12:00 - 20:00Bookings all day for up to 6 guests

9. Sexy Fish London

4.5

Awesome(3008)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Mayfair

Booked 106 times today

Welcome to Sexy Fish, where culinary artistry and electric nightlife intertwine, creating an unforgettable experience. Our exquisite cuisine showcases the finest flavours from the depths of the ocean and beyond. Delight in a fusion of Japanese-inspired dishes including sushi, sashimi, seafood, fish, and meat cooked on a Robata grill.But the allure of Sexy Fish doesn't stop at the table. As the night unfolds, our venue transforms into a playground of entertainment and revelry. Lose yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as our energetic staff, talented musicians, and dynamic DJs create an experience to remember. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a sophisticated night out, or simply seeking an extraordinary culinary adventure. Prepare to be seduced by the irresistible charm of Sexy Fish.

10. SOLA SOHO

4.5

Awesome(395)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Soho

Booked 7 times today

1 Michelin Star, creative Californian cooking by Victor Garvey - in an elegant, intimate dining room in the heart of Soho, where abundant plants and sculptural lighting evoke the lush greenery and sunshine of The Golden State. SOLA celebrates the modern cuisine of America's Pacific West Coast, bringing a taste of California to Soho, via LA. Private dining room available;Lunch menu: £74, wine pairing £59;Pre-theatre menu: £74Tasting menu: £159, wine pairing £199;* Please note we can accommodate most dietary requirements with enough notice.

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Jane
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely find in Balham. We went on Thursday lunchtime so it was naturally quiet The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The food was really tasty and presented beautifully. My only criticism was the lack of baby changing facilities. Baby changing can be easily affixed to the toilet wall as a drop down option and takes up very little space. They do have high chairs.
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Blue Fig - BalhamPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Balham
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4.6
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Danielle
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a really great experience! Took my partner out for lunch and as he is a coeliac it was the perfect spot but even for me who can eat gluten loved the food and wouldn’t have known any better. Highly recommend and the lady serving was very friendly and accommodating
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Utter Waffle BalhamPrice: Moderate• Modern European• Balham
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4.7
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Tanya
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Delicious food, wonderful service and great atmosphere. Vegan set menu was excellent too, a good range of dishes and great value for money.
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Yauatcha SohoPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Soho
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4.5
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Heathervip
London •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Always great for food and ambience - great service too!
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Harry’s Dolce VitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Knightsbridge
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4.6
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Elodie
London •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 25, 2024
Great team, service was great and they have an almost 100% gluten free menu! They are very knowledgeable about gluten so felt safe to eat there The restaurant was clean, menu diverse and very good Will definitely recommend!
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Pho BalhamPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Balham
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4.6

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1. Blue Fig - Balham

2. Utter Waffle Balham

3. Pho Balham

4. Harry’s Dolce Vita

5. Yauatcha Soho

6. Clos Maggiore

7. Trinity

8. Blacklock Soho

9. Sexy Fish London

10. SOLA SOHO

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