Bala Baya Restaurant Bankside - (Near Southwark, london)

SWLS100 I remember trying Korean food once before in London and not understanding its uniqueness from other Asian choices I love, but Masta’s have broken down all my mis-understandings, and I’m now fully on board. I had a lovely lunch here last Friday, selecting the Korean Braised Beef Brisket Bibimbap, which is delicious, a great balance of sweet, spice, beef and veg, with a fried egg on top, which presents very well and tastes great. I highly recommend and will return very soon. Thank you.

Howard Turner Had a fantastic meal everything cooked to perfection.Had a starter to share main courses and 2 beers, exalent value for the money.Very friendly and helpful staff. Arrived early evening, got a table straight away only a small restaurant, did start to fill up quite quickly. Im definitely going back .

anandraj arogyam If you’re craving the perfect cheeseburger and loaded fries, look no further than KOCO TREAT! This small food truck delivers big on flavour, quality, and vibe. The cheeseburger was juicy and perfectly cooked, loaded with melted cheese and fresh toppings. It’s honestly one of the best I’ve ever had. The staff were super friendly, and the whole place had a nice, chill ambience. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you love great food and good vibes!

Stephanie Muringu This is my second time eating at woodfire kitchen. I live in west London and travelled all the way to get this food! The staff are lovely and the owner is generous and caring. I ordered jerk chicken, curry goat, lamb patties and peppered prawns. I couldn’t see peppered prawns on the menu so I called ahead of time. The owner was more than happy to go out and buy some prawns for me. The prawns were in this coconut spicy sauce and it was so delicious! The jerk chicken was juicy. The curry goat was tender and flavourful. I would definitely come again!

Thomas Ross We’ve recently moved to the area from Melbourne, Australia (which is pretty well known for its Italian food scene), so finding a great local Italian spot was high on our list. Safe to say - we’ve found it. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and relaxed, like being invited into someone’s family home. It’s casual in the best possible way - welcoming, unpretentious, and full of heart. What made it even more impressive was that the whole restaurant was being run by one incredible lady. She worked the room flawlessly and somehow made us feel like we were the only table there. That level of service is rare. She was kind, attentive and genuinely lovely. Now the food… wow. We had a pizza, a pasta and an absolutely amazing dessert - and every single dish was delicious. Everything tasted so fresh and full of flavour. You can really tell there’s care and quality behind what they do. Having eaten a lot of Italian food over the years, this is genuinely up there with some of the best we’ve had. The pricing felt very fair for the quality of food and the overall experience. We left happy, very full, and already planning our next visit. Thank you for such a lovely evening - this is 100% our new local Italian. We’ll definitely be back.

mohd khan I recently had the pleasure of dining and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! The ambiance was warm and inviting, with tasteful decor that set the perfect mood. The service was outstanding—our server was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The food? Absolutely divine! Every dish was a masterpiece, beautifully presented and bursting with flavours It’s clear that restaurant values quality, both in ingredients and customer experience. I can’t recommend this place enough—definitely a new favorite. I’ll be coming back soon!