Silver Cross - (Near Westminster, london)

J H My partner and I were so excited to be able to find a Korean restaurant that I(gluten and dairy free) and he(vegan) could enjoy together. He ordered the tofu jajjangmyeon and the gyoza to start and I the seafood bibimbap and had a honey plum tea. I also ordered the chilli chicken starter (definitely a decent spice to it) sorry I didn’t get pictures of the teas or starters. The food was delicious and as someone with intolerances I felt well taken care of. I left there having of course eaten far too much and groaned happily all the way back to where we were staying. The hostess was so kind and we had a lovely conversation with her and her husband about discovering their restaurant through Morgan (howtocoeliac on ig) and how pleased we were to be able to try their beautiful food, and how they came to adapting their menu. The restaurant has a small front with few tables but there are more tables at the back of the restaurant too. The atmosphere is very cosy with the dim lighting and dark walls and the music was fun. I wish I had had space to eat more, or time to have gone back again before leaving but I will definitely be making the trip there again when back in London.

WKbda I have been searching for great ramen since the unfortunate demise of Totto Ramen in NYC. Many futile attempts until tonight. Rich, deep, spicy flavourful broth in my Tantamen 2. Engaged and enthusiastic staff, especially late on Sunday night. Will definitely be back with the family. Absolutely fantastic evening.

Sabrina S Milk Balham never disappoints. Every time I go, the atmosphere is buzzing but still relaxed, and it just has that really cool, laid-back vibe that makes you want to stay for hours. The space feels bright and welcoming, and even when it’s busy it still runs smoothly. The food is honestly so good — you can tell everything is fresh and made with care. The portions are generous, beautifully presented, and full of flavour. It’s one of those places where you struggle to choose because everything on the menu sounds amazing. The coffee is also spot on every time, which is so important for a proper brunch. The staff are friendly, helpful and always accommodating, even during peak times. Service feels genuine and not rushed, which makes the whole experience even better. Definitely one of the best brunch spots in Balham — always worth the visit and I’ll 100% keep coming back.

Nóra Tarnay The staff were very heloful I needed a charger for my phone and they gave me one. Food and coffee were superb!

comicbookguy1 Excellent customer service from Abdullah. Food was outstanding. Fresh and cooked to order. Highly recommend the nashville burger. The nashville burger was deliciously spiced. The chicken was juicy and moist with a great balance of flavour accompanied by the chipotle sauce and toppings. The potato bun held everything together perfectly and tastes so much better than standard brioche bun. The smokey bbq tenders are absolutely delicious and were cooked fresh to order and had a great flavour.

Dominiki Nikolopoulou As a Greek living in London, Gea is by far my favourite Greek restaurant. I’ve already dined there twice, and I still can’t get over their tirokafteri (spicy feta dip) — one of the best I’ve ever tasted! Another thing that really stands out is the generous portion sizes, something you don’t usually find in London. The space is very cozy, and the soft Greek music in the background makes you feel right at home, especially if you’re Greek. But the best part came at the end of our meal. When they gave us the dessert menu, I spotted a dessert my grandmother used to make. I couldn’t believe it, and I couldn’t wait to try it. Not only was it absolutely delicious, but it tasted exactly the way she used to make it. That moment truly touched me and made me feel closer to home than I have in a long time. We also had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners, and it was lovely to see such a warm, family-run business. My only small feedback would be that, even though the service was very warm, it does need a bit of improvement in terms of interaction, and to offer a slightly larger portion of bread, especially for a cuisine where bread plays such an important role. Overall, I highly recommend Gea if you enjoy good, authentic and of course Greek food. I can’t wait for my parents to visit London so I can take them back to Gea for another amazing experience!!