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Former Jamavar, Tamarind and Annabel's Mayfair chef Imran Mansuri cooked at this chilled Balham cafe-restaurant-bar; there's bottomless brunch at weekends.

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* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

The latest opening from the team behind Putney’s popular Chook Chook ‘Indian Railway Kitchen’ is a flamboyant Balham hangout in the former premises of long-serving Lamberts (RIP). A café by day, it switches in the evening to ‘high-end’ modern cuisine with an “interesting South Indian influence”, under head chef Imran Mansuri, whose Mayfair-heavy CV takes in Jamavar, Tamarind and Annabel’s.

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2 Station Parade Road, Balham High Road, London, SW12 9AZ

Balham Social Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of Balham Social Restaurant in SW12, London by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of Balham Social restaurant.
Neill S
Weekend curry vibes for the under 30's are ...
Reviewed 13 days ago

"Weekend curry vibes for the under 30's are fulfilled at this 'now' venue. Service copes, just about, but if you want a decent relaxed curry with a difference then mid-week is your best bet."

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Nick M
Very good dishes with a modern and innovati...
Reviewed 7 months, 23 days ago

"Very good dishes with a modern and innovative twist on Indian favourites, with good service in an attractively decored setting."

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Neill S
Curry and cocktails? Actually a perfect com...
Reviewed 7 months, 26 days ago

"Curry and cocktails? Actually a perfect combination!"

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Prices

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£7.00 £13.50 £3.00 £0.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £20.00
Filter Coffee £3.00
Extras  
Service 12.50%
2 Station Parade Road, Balham High Road, London, SW12 9AZ
Opening hours
Monday5 pm‑10:30 pm
Tuesday3 pm‑10:30 pm
Wednesday3 pm‑10:30 pm
Thursday3 pm‑10:30 pm
Friday3 pm‑11 pm
Saturday12 pm‑11 pm
Sunday12 pm‑10 pm

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