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1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(91)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Raynes Park

Sai serves authentic Punjabi cuisine with tandoor cooking a speciality. The spice range is broad, from minimal to high levels and vegetables forming the backbone of the menu. Wheat is the staple food of Punjabis; however, they do enjoy eating rice at festivals and other special occasions. When it comes to food, each region within Punjab has an entirely different preference, for example, people in Amritsar are particularly fond of stuffed parathas and milk products. The philosophy of life for many Punjabis is to eat, drink and make merry. They are lively people who are extremely fond of eating good food. In the preparation of Punjabi food, onion, ginger and garlic are used extensively to enhance the taste of the food.**NEW***SUNDAY BRUNCH 11am to 3pm, try Indian street food from different part of India with unlimited KADAK CHAI.****LUNCH****Now open for lunch Tuesday-Saturday 12-3pm. Special express lunch menu and THALI on Saturdays. Please see our website for menus and details.

2. Ciullõsteria

4.8

Exceptional(1236)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Balham

Booked 4 times today

The bustling café society vibe of London’s Balham High Road is the perfect setting for relaxed Italian restaurant Ciullõsteria. Friendly and laid back, the Ciullõsteria is inspired by the sun-infused food and chilled out nature of Southern Italy. The Calcagno family, owners of Ciullõsteria, has more than twenty years of experience in the Italian restaurant business, experience that is applied in every last aspect of the Osteria’s running – from the simple, comfortable and unpretentious design of the dining room to the always efficient yet unfailingly friendly service from staff who welcome guests as if they were old friends. But of course at Ciullõsteria it’s really the food that is the main focus. All traditional and completely authentic, Ciullõsteria provides home style Italian cookery ranging from hand made pasta to fresh, crisp twelve inch pizzas, all served with quality wines from the country’s best and most well known vineyards.

3. Tapajax - Balham

4.4

Awesome(27)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Balham

Booked 9 times today

After working in the restaurant industry for over 10 years, we decided to go out on our own and have created Tapajax, a tapas bar and restaurant. Our number one goal is to provide an authentic Spanish dining experience with the best quality food possible. With our fantastic front of house team, we aim to create an atmosphere that people cherish and return to time and time again.Come dine with us and have a bit of craic.

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4. Bombay Bicycle Chef

4.5

Awesome(68)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Clapham

Booked 2 times today

Our Indian restaurant is proud to have chef KB Gurung at the helm of our kitchen. Chef Gurung brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, having trained with some of the most renowned chefs in India. He has a passion for creating authentic and flavourful dishes using the freshest ingredients and aromatic spices. From tender tandoori chicken to creamy korma, Chef Gurung has a dish for every taste. We invite you to come and experience the delicious cuisine prepared by our talented chef at our Indian restaurant.

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5. Indian Room Balham

4.7

Exceptional(662)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Balham

Booked 4 times today

A modern, glass-fronted Indian on the burgeoning strip between The Bedford pub and Balham High Road, Indian Room has found itself something of a haven for couples. It must be the serene whiteness (table linen, walls) and candlelight. Then there’s the health-conscious cooking using as little as oil as possible. Well worth trying are the handful of dishes unique to this popular local restaurant, a wonderful apricot chicken Kashmir among them. Chicken madras, and a super-hot chicken vindaloo are consistently the most-ordered of the ‘All Time Favourites.’

6. Blue Fig - Balham

4.6

Exceptional(42)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Balham

Booked 1 time today

"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."

7. Pho Balham

4.6

Exceptional(44)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Balham

Booked 1 time 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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8. Bocconcino Mayfair

4.5

Awesome(3602)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 59 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Mayfair, Bocconcino offers an authentic slice of Italy with a touch of London's contemporary flair. Our menu features a selection of over 300 wines, expertly curated cocktails, and authentic dishes that echo the diverse regions of Italy. From seasonal truffle delights and hand-crafted pasta to wood-oven pizza and daily fresh seafood, our chefs use only the finest ingredients to craft each dish.Our lively ambiance is enhanced with DJ nights, live music, and a bottomless brunch, offering a unique dining experience. Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as one of the 'Best Italian Restaurants in London' and a nominee for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining in the capital.Thriving in London, Bocconcino is a beacon of exquisite food and service in stylish Mayfair. For live music, a DJ setting, or unmatched Italian fare, Bocconcino is your prime destination.

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9. Taverna Trastevere

4.7

Exceptional(609)

Price: Expensive

• International • Clapham

Booked 35 times today

Taverna Trastevere is praised for its authentic Roman and Italian cuisine. The restaurant is commended for its high-quality ingredients and generous portions. Many reviews note that the food is 'as authentic as it gets', and that the menu boasts a wide selection of classic dishes. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also often mentioned, with reviewers feeling as though they are in Rome itself.

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10. Mestizo Chelsea - Mexican Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(424)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Chelsea

Booked 19 times today

Mestizo Chelsea is authentic in its Mexican cuisine, as mentioned in its description and praised in multiple reviews. Customers have highlighted the food's authenticity and deliciousness, with one reviewer saying it's 'the most delicious and authentic Mexican food' they've had since living in Mexico. The restaurant's ambiance, including Spanish-speaking staff and traditional Mexican music, further enhances the authenticity.

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Dorset •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food, definitely worth coming back for, and will be added to the top list of local currys! The restaurant was very cold. (Admittedly, it was a very cold January evening). But no sign of any heating and no radiators to sit next to that we could see (and we asked). Clearly, a popular deliveroo takeout. I will definitely be visiting again the food was absolutely delicious. Service was good.
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Bombay Bicycle ChefPrice: Moderate• Indian• Clapham
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4.5
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Ciara
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Really lovely Italian restaurant, family run feeling about the place with really nice Italian music gently playing in the background. Food was delicious too! Particularly the starters , there were so many good ones, was hard to pick one.
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CiullõsteriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Balham
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4.8
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Frank
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Service was excellent, food excellent, decor and vibe excellent. Would I eat there again? Yes Is it right next door to the train station for easy access ? Yes Was it the best Indian food we have had? Yes Yes id recommend this place - no need to think just go there.
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Indian Room BalhamPrice: Expensive• Indian• Balham
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4.7
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Sally
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 28, 2024
Amazing food, lovely atmosphere and great service. Can't wait to return.
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Tapajax - BalhamPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Balham
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4.4
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Surrey •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 27, 2024
A great little restaurant - food was amazing, lovely ambience and friendly staff. Will definitely be back…
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Sai Authentic Punjabi CuisinePrice: Moderate• Indian• Raynes Park
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4.9

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1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine

2. Ciullõsteria

3. Tapajax - Balham

4. Bombay Bicycle Chef

5. Indian Room Balham

6. Blue Fig - Balham

7. Pho Balham

8. Bocconcino Mayfair

9. Taverna Trastevere

10. Mestizo Chelsea - Mexican Restaurant

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