amazing fantastic. what a fantastic place. its my go to place every weekend. the owner ought to be…read moreproud what a cracking establishment. spend my weekends there now. 10 stars

Brilliant restaurant tucked away on the Balham High Rd. Good for special occasions - the food is…read morevery very good and of a high restaurant standard. Service is also excellent. The most impressive aspect of Lamberts though is the price. It's a Michelin level restaurant (although it doesn't have it's star...yet) but it's incredibly good value. Don't let the location put you off - highly recommended but book in advance.

This place is a real find in Balham. It's fairly unassuming so you'd probably walk past thinking it…read morewas another of the cafes that line station parade, but it's actually a pretty fancy (in a good way) restaurant serving local and seasonal food. Yes, local and seasonal have become almost ubiquitous anywhere smarter than Starbucks (only because we can't grow coffee though, I suspect), but here the food is beautifully presented and tasty which is just as important to make it work. We went for a mid-week dinner which is an absolute bargain at £25 for 3 courses. My boyfriend ordered a la carte, essentially to be able to get cheese at the end. Everything was lovely - fantastic gnocchi in particular (though these may have stuck in my mind since my own pursuit of creating the perfect gnocchi has hit a brick wall and I can't get past just ok), with fresh wild mushrooms and some salady stuff. I think I had pork belly because it came with black pudding - my usual achilles heel for ordering - and it was a good not-too-heavy portion. Service was fast but not rushed, etc. etc. The spiral staircase to the toilets can be daunting after 2 glasses of wine. I do wish they'd make more of the bar though, it would be a lovely place to have a quiet drink methinks.

We spent four days in London and our dinner at The Antelope proved to be most of our party of…read moreseven's favorite experience! The Sunday evening dinner, which happily extend to 9:00pm rather than the 6:00pm listed on the website, was outstanding! Particular standouts included the baked chicken dinner, cheesy cauliflower, sticky toffee pudding, and outstanding selections of ciders. This pub is large with an outdoor beer garden and a couple dining rooms (one with live music the night we were there) as well as the bar. The bartender and waitstaff were friendly and very helpful. I can't recommend this place highly enough!

My hockey club held its annual dinner at the function room at The Antelope…read more Accessed by a separate entrance from the side road, the function room is upstairs with its own bar and toilets (unisex but thankfully with separate cublcles!) The management were very helpful in setting things up with our hockey committee and the food buffet was good value at £15 per head, giving an international variety of lamb curry, fishcakes and garlic bread amongst others. It was also appreciated that a member of management was visibly present throughout the evening to help iron out any problems that could arise. The bar staff were also friendly and efficient The room was the prefect size for our guest list of 50 and a good evening was had by all The club were suitably impressed enough to want to book up for next year's dinner already

Nice pub with a back garden and loads of large tables for seating with groups…read more A quick pop into this local pub that a friend of ours frequents gave us the opportunity to try a few local beers. We sat outside before the rush hour, which worked out great because they clearly indicate for who and at what time the tables are reserved. We just grabbed a table that was reserved for an hour or so later than our stop and stayed for a few. We tried London Pale Ale by Meantime Brewing Company, Atlantic by Sharp's Brewery, Yakima Red by Meantime Brewing Company, and Fox by Exmoor Ales. We liked all except the Atlantic, which tasted strongly of vinegar. I really like the outdoor tables and garden atmosphere about the place. Even before the rush the place was bustling with good energy. We passed by after dinner and the place was positively popping. Street parking seemed a bit dodgy but if you have time to hunt for a spot, perhaps you will get lucky.

The Selkirk is a great pub just opened up in the suburbs of Tooting. The girls and I from the…read more#London Bloggers Supper Club, attended the opening and presented with a tasting menu from head chef Daniel Stevens (Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's sous chef for 4 years). The Selkirk is more than your local drinking hub, they are striving to bring your pub classics with a twist, with competitive prices and a very relaxed atmosphere. On arrival we were greeted with a delicious cocktail that showcased the owner's freshly made Lemonade. A selection of English and French cheeses, proscuitto, and freshly made parmesan croquettes were offered to sample before being spoilt to a 4 course tasting menu, with matching wines. If you are a foodie, you would appreciate the difference the Selkirk brings to the table, comfort with class. With the food perfectly cooked, and served steaming hot, there is not much to complain about. If you just want to head for a good ole drink, check out their amazing glasshouse seating and come join the fun for a bbq in their courtyard for summer.

A nice spot in Tooting Broadway for a nice meal and a good 2-4-1 cocktail deal from 5-7 in the…read moreweek. Some of the food is a little pricey and the staff are always grabbing an opportunity to do a bit of up-selling of sides, drinks and deserts. Usually you can expect a fresh menu and good drinks but the variety for veggies is a little hit and miss. In the summer the windows open out which is always a nice idea, but because of it's location along a main road you normally get the sound of the traffic and a lot sirens from the nearby St George's. In winter it's a cosy spot for a nice meal for small groups.

I came here at the weekend and was SO impressed…read more The pancakes are the best I've had in London and I'll definitely be back. The restaurant is small but very cosy and comfortable. A shame you cant't book as I'll definitely be wanting to bring friends here when they stay over, and the London queueing culture can be a bit tricky with out of town-ers. Only slight gripe is that while we were waiting for a table a girl came in after us and was offered a seat at the bar if they wanted to sit straight away, this wasn't offered to us & we'd been waiting around 10 mins at that point.

A lovely Victorian-era pub in the heart of Tooting, The King's Head was designed by a once-famous…read more(and now deceased) architect who went by the name of William Mortimer Brutton in the late 1800s. If there is any country on Earth where an architect would be commissioned to design a pub, England would be it. As a result it's a beautiful place, with comfortable seating and good food to boot. The inside is simply cavernous and they have really nice outdoor areas, so this pub is a must for summer pints and eating. Each week they have a live band playing a mix of covers and originals, and there may not be a better place to sample staid British cuisine at its best. Service is quite nice as well, solidifying this pub's unique place in between a mass existence of Asian restaurant and food markets.

This is a rather large pub with a good selection of drinks on offer. The pub is always pretty dark…read moreso it feels like a great pub in the winter; however it has a large beer garden with many tables that is great for the summer. With a large room at the back that is generally used for people watch sport it can be busy there during the normal football / rugby zones. There is another TV in the main area of the bar as well (though the sound is usually not on with this TV). The food is pretty good and if you are hungry you are going to fare better in here than in the takeaways and restaurants outside (unless you are in the mood for a good curry). Have arranged to meet people in here a few times, even though it's by no means the closest pub for anyone, so we must all enjoy it. I have had to wait at the bar for longer than I would normally expect a few times, however I think I might have simply been unlucky due to large drink and food orders ahead of me.

Spot on! Ok, perhaps it had something to do with Hil St Soul performing at this great…read morelocation...but also as we walked up other than hearing great music I had no expectations. Then came really stellar wine...then brilliant food...the amazing dessert and coffee. So paired with incredible service and entertainment, this may have been the most perfectly outstanding night spent with two enormously wonderful friends. Well done.

This is the first time I have ever been here, didn't even know it existed!! The actual entrance is…read morearound the back not on the high street, this means that parking can be problematic, If you are lucky you will find somewhere on the side roads which have no yellow lines. There is a car park next to the venue, however it belongs to the offices near by so park there at your own risk. It strikes me as a good venue for artists and audiences alike. The artists can perform in an environment which allows for a certain amount of intimacy. There is a bar area which has seats, so if you prefer to be near the bar and watch the show you can, however there is a glass screen between the bar area and the main floor so what you would hear I don't know. The food they serve is to cater for a wide range of tastes, fish & chips, jerk chicken (which if you are like me needs some proper spice to it) and some salads. The portion size was good and i did not feel the need for desert, although nothing took my fancy!! They had the usual variety of wines, beers, sprits along with some cocktails. The time it took to get served was ok no long waits and it was packed. Its always nice to not have to go to the bar to order your drinks so the table service was very much appreciated!! We witnessed Michelle John, who I had not seen on the Voice and she most certainly can sing!!

An odd bar-cum-private cinema-cum exhibition/ performance space, parked on the edge of a large…read moreSainsbury's car park. I've been to both children's parties and more adult occasions here. Food looks undistinguished; cocktail production seems pretty competent. Cinema space can be hired ( just bring a DVD, and 20 friends). Usually fairly busy, but can't comment on the evenings.

I was drawn to The Exhibit on the promise of some very fine cocktails indeed. I decided to visit…read moreThe Exhibit with some girlfriends for the start of this year's birthday weekend, I though cocktails and a good gab would be appropriate here. I didn't think much of the exterior. It looked a little drab and didn't have the pizazz that I had seen on the website. However, looks can be deceiving and I was just looking forward to tasting these infamous cocktails! The Exhibit is a 3 level venue. The first floor has a bustling bar, the second is the restaurant and cocktail bar and the third hosts a cosy, plush little cinema (which I found pretty impressive). The cocktail bar is tucked-away neatly beside the restaurant. It's a gorgeous little room encased in deep, rich red paint and dark leather seating. This cocktail bar is called "The Crush Bar" and is like a little drinking den in The Exhibit. Their cocktail list is pretty impressive. I'm immediately drawn to the Japanese cocktail, purely based on the name as I'm intrigued to see if it actually *tastes* Japanese! Unfortunately, it's a little too strong for my liking although my friend seems to be lapping it up! I finally decide on the Abermarle Sour as my drink for the evening - light and fruity and doesn't taste alcoholic in the slightest (probably dangerous for me so I watch how much I drink!). The bartender was really friendly. He talked us through the menu and answered all our questions and we ended up having a nice chat about his band and folk music, a lovely surprise. I quite enjoyed my night at The Exhibit. It was busy and bustling but The Crush Bar was a little quieter; we were able to get a drink and a seat in relatively quiet surroundings as it's tucked away. This place didn't blow my mind, but if you are around Balham on a Friday night, this is definitely a good pit stop.

At first, the decor makes no sense. Tissue paper, dried chilliest, etc. I finally asked the…read morewaitress, Cindy about the decor and I was treated to a short history lesson. Bill the owner of 80 plus stores, originally had a shop in Brighton. All of the decor was what he had in his shop. The meal I had today has been the best meal I've had since arriving here. The service was excellent, decor a little weird but pleasant. Cindy was (our waitress) so lovely. She was pleasant, knowledgeable and was able to make suggestions in regards to the menu and of course gave us a history lesson about the company. My steak was cooked to perfectly, chips lovely, watercress just complimented it all. I also opted for a bernaise sauce to accompany it all. There is an option for garlic as well. FYI: they also have a two course or a three course menu which is available Monday to Friday, noon to 7pm. From what I saw it's a great value and the starter, main and dessert choices were very good. I wish I had dessert but I could barely finish my steak. Next time. Bill also sells a wide variety of Bill products. Oils, condiments and sauces all for sale and displayed quite prominently at the front of the store. Please see attached pictures. I really enjoyed my meal today - great good and excellent service. Thank you Cindy!!!

Great service and attentive staff. Food was delicious. Had lamb shank, was well done!! Surprised…read morethis place was not packed out. Has a cosy feeling