Loco Mexicano - (Near Westminster, london)

A Jay Lovely full english breakfast. The staff were warm, welcoming and made us feel at home. The decor was fab! Love that it is called Rosy Lea. Had us reminiscing through the cockney slang! Definitely be visiting again, only thing missing was black pudding.

The London Guru Really enjoyed my lunch at Farmer J near St James’s Park. Great service from start to finish, super friendly staff. The food is excellent: plenty of healthy, nutritious options that actually taste good and feel fresh. Portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable for central London quality. Great value overall. Only downside was the cleanliness in some areas. Tables were a bit cramped (typical for busy spots), but more noticeably the bathroom was dirty. Sink was overflowing/wet and needed attention. It felt a bit neglected compared to the otherwise solid experience. Still, the food and service make it worth a visit if you’re after wholesome, tasty meals in the area. I’ll definitely go back, just hope they tidy up the facilities a bit!

Marie Kalm We recently visited this ramen place and absolutely loved the experience. The atmosphere feels truly authentic — simple, cozy, and very reminiscent of ramen shops in Japan. What made it especially unique is the way you order your ramen. Just like in Japan, you fill out a small paper form, choosing your broth, noodle firmness, spice level, and additional toppings. It really adds to the authenticity and makes you feel like you’re actually dining somewhere in Tokyo. The ramen itself was fantastic - rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and fresh toppings. You can tell that a lot of care goes into every bowl. Overall, a great spot if you’re looking for an authentic Japanese ramen experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Sam Block and Bar is a great spot for quality food with a modern grillhouse feel. I had the mixed grill, and the meat was excellent – tender, juicy, and cooked perfectly. There’s a nice variety to choose from, and everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. Portion sizes were on the smaller side for a mixed grill, but the quality of the food really stood out. What makes Block and Bar even better is the number of offers available. Since it’s attached to a Premier Inn, you can get 25% off food as part of the room deals, and if you sign up, you also receive 25% off meals, which makes it much better value. I also tried the breakfast in the morning, and it was tasty, fresh, and a solid way to start the day. Overall, Block and Bar delivers great-tasting food, a relaxed atmosphere, and plenty of deals that make it worth visiting whether you’re staying at the hotel or just popping in for a meal. A little more on portion sizes would make it perfect, but the quality and value balance it out nicely.

Laura Quinn Came to Kudasai due to the 5* reviews with no expectations really. Walked into a really relaxed cafe atmosphere, which the amazing chef Joel converts into a Japanese restaurant from 6-10pm Tuesday to Saturday. Wow. I can honestly say we had a 5* experience. The food blew expectations out of the water. The fish was fresh, sushi perfect, the crispy rice and miso aubergine were out of this world and you could tell the wasabi didn’t come out of the usual packet. It was fresher. And hit the spots! We spoke to the chef at the end and what a pleasure it was. A must try in Balham! Thank you so much! We will be back for open mic night.

Lina Amazing English breakfast! The welcome is absolutely top, super friendly and warm from the moment you arrive. Everything is delicious, well cooked, and really satisfying. And most importantly: don’t change the prices they’re perfect and honestly make you want to order even more. As tourists, this was truly our best London experience. We went there almost every morning during our stay and never got tired of it. 100% recommended!