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Balham Bowls Club

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    Dan W.
    "Best sausage roll I've ever eaten"(5 Tips)
    Mario M.
    "WiFi password is balhambowls"(3 Tips)
    Alfie R.
    "Excellent service!"(5 Tips)
    Ciarán N.
    "Lovely garden out back, but get here early for a spot in th sun."(5 Tips)
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  • Jess R.heart icon on user image
    Jess RSeptember 2, 2017
    Beautiful, tasty food, great decor and a lovely place to spend your evening
  • Zeynep Ozturk O.heart icon on user image
    Zeynep Ozturk OzyerJune 15, 2019
    They have a lovely garden and nice food, but garden is only open till 21pm. Very friendly staff!
  • BarChick
    BarChickNovember 18, 2011
    It has a lovely cool, cosy feel perfect for dates, catch ups with mates or a little south of the river licentiousness. Dogs are allowed too...Woof! Read more
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    DelphineAugust 2, 2015
    Lovely garden and great friendly atmosphere. Such a shame they close the garden so early.
  • Carmen L.heart icon on user image
    Carmen LefevreNovember 19, 2018
    Amazingly good food. Much better than typical pub food with a changing seasonal menu
  • Ade A.heart icon on user image
    Ade AllenbyApril 1, 2016
    The curious smell is matched by the curious decor and curious clientele. Good quality ale and friendly staff. Smarter than your average beer
  • The Guardian
    The GuardianNovember 21, 2011
    One of the capital's most esoteric watering holes - the clubhouse's shabby chic makes it the perfect place for a pre-dinner pint of beer Read more
  • Tim P.
    Tim PellingJuly 20, 2012
    Great pub, having been here a few times I've only just discovered there is an upstairs which is also great.
  • Toni P.
    Toni PAugust 9, 2013
    It is perfect - In everyway. Shabby but delightful. Bar staff are excellent and so, so friendly
  • John D.
    John DavisOctober 2, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Seriously the best pub in south London. And sausage rolls to due for. And the best looking quiz master in London of course. Tuesdays @balhambowls
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    PrinsMarch 4, 2018
    Great Sunday roast! Pork belly was lovely.
  • Lee B.
    Lee BakerJune 16, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    In addition to the fab sausage rolls, they've added lamb pies bar side. Get involved.
  • Alfie R.
    Alfie RowlandOctober 19, 2013
    Lovely food! Excellent service! Great restaurant. Would go there again!
  • Paul G.heart icon on user image
    Paul GallagherMay 1, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    A great place for casual few in Balham. Avoid the undercooked Camembert.
  • Chris R.heart icon on user image
    Chris R (thechristophe)May 30, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Nice place, good vibe. Student halls bar esque.
  • gemma Y.
    gemma YoungJune 7, 2010
    One of my favourite bars in London. Go here to chill on old musty sofas. Love spending nights here with a pack of cards and some competitive friends.
  • John D.
    John DavisApril 3, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    It's quiz time again tonight folks. 8pm. We're now S. London's 2nd largest quiz :( The Regent has stolen the crown. Thanks Alex. Get down to the BBC and let's reign supreme again!
  • Jos J.heart icon on user image
    Jos JonesJanuary 2, 2017
    Great for a night out. Food has continued to improve.
  • Zoe C.
    Zoe ColesApril 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The balham ukulele society meet here every other sunday for a jam, which is so much fun.
  • Karen B.
    Karen BengeMarch 9, 2011
    Love this place, v retro and lots of space. Great bbq out back in the summer
  • Beth H.heart icon on user image
    Beth HallFebruary 9, 2015
    Book a table in the restaurant early.
  • Steve M.
    Steve MascordAugust 24, 2014
    A rare Sunday arvo off
  • Paul H.heart icon on user image
    Paul HadfieldJuly 22, 2016
    It's a funky trip back into the olden days
  • Chris C.
    Chris CoulsonMarch 17, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    They've not been around for ages but the sausage rolls are incredible
  • Ciarán N.
    Ciarán NorrisJune 3, 2010
    Lovely garden out back, but get here early for a spot in th sun.
  • Will N.
    Will NorthSeptember 7, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Check out the new upstairs. Should be open by the weekend. It's amazong
  • Letisah G.
    Letisah GrosvenorJuly 18, 2011
    Lovely atmosphere reasonable prices !
  • John D.
    John DavisOctober 2, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Fantastic comedy 1 St Thursday of every month.
  • James S.heart icon on user image
    James SmithMarch 26, 2016
    Decent range of bottled beers, but the draught lagers aren't that inspiring
  • Mario M.
    Mario MentiOctober 2, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    WiFi password is balhambowls
  • Emily G.heart icon on user image
    Emily GrossmanSeptember 14, 2018
    Sunday roast
  • John D.
    John DavisJune 12, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Tuesday Quiz hosted by moi! @Balhambowls @questiononequiz
  • Alice D.
    Alice DoyneJanuary 5, 2013
    I do love Antic pubs as a rule, but this one doesn't quite work. too many reservations, too big a dining room, too long a wait at the bar.
  • Mike C.
    Mike CampbellJune 7, 2011
    Amazing Sunday roast lunches!
  • Igor S.
    Igor SimicApril 7, 2010
    Check out the new patio doors in the restaurant area.
  • Tess D.
    Tess DaviesSeptember 27, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Always a pleasure. Read more
  • Nick B.
    Nick ButcherApril 14, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Now serving Sierra Nevada. Result.
  • Dan W.
    Dan WildApril 16, 2010
    Best sausage roll I've ever eaten
  • John D.
    John DavisNovember 15, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Quiz time!
  • Tom E.
    Tom EldridgeFebruary 11, 2010
    Try the sausage rolls!
  • Alex L.
    Alex LefleyJune 30, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Sadly I think it's starting to become a victim of its own success...
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