Clapham

With its sprawling green spaces, (relatively) budget-friendly rent prices and the persistence of Infernos, Clapham’s got a rep as one of South London’s most fun-loving neighbourhoods. What’s more, it’s got the brunch spots to nurse any hangovers you do end up contracting there.

But there are also cute, independent shops; great Clapham pubs; amazing restaurants; art galleries; fringe theatre and much more besides…

The Best Restaurants

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The Best Restaurants

Crispin at Studio Voltaire The Crispin team have opened a candle-lit bistro for small plates and wine – and it’s a winner.

Sorella A fantastic neighbourhood Italian from the lauded team behind The Dairy.

Lina Stores Clapham Clapham Common, meet fresh pasta….

Kato at King & Co Clapham A cosy local with 24 beer taps and a kitchen residency from bao-slingers Kato.

Trinity Michelin star dining downstairs; Bib Gourmand dining upstairs.

Bistro Union A laid-back neighbourhood restaurant from the team behind Michelin-starred Trinity.

Minnow Looking out onto Clapham Common, this pretty spot offers a vibrant rundown of global flavours.

Berberè Pizza Pizzas topped with seasonal ingredients, from an Italian pizzeria empire.

Tsunami A glitzy urban teahouse where cocktails are king and sushi arrives veiled in plumes of dry ice….

Knife A stellar steak restaurant, serving a great Sunday lunch.

The Best Clapham Restaurants Our pick of Clapham’s greatest hits, from Michelin stars to stylishly retro fresh pasta joints….

The Best Bars

WC Every classic love story involves a public toilet. And so there’s no reason why yours shouldn’t too. Particularly if it’s filled with wine, charcuterie and live music.

No 32 The Old Town An all-day dining and drinking spot, with a fairy-lit roof terrace.

The Little Orange Door Knock on the right door, and you’ll find a stylish cocktail den.

Venn Street Records Happy hour cocktails, live music and dancing.

Kato at King & Co Clapham A cosy local with 24 beer taps and a kitchen residency from bao-slingers Kato.

Humble Grape Battersea A wine bar sharing its love of handcrafted, largely biodynamic wines produced from independent, sustainable vineyards.

The Best Pubs in Clapham Beer gardens, roasts, and remote control car racing.

The Best Things To Do

The Largest Oktoberfest in the UK is landing in Clapham Expect 35,000 litres of beer to be downed by lederhosen-clad revellers….

Venn Street Market Fresh produce, street food, and flowers.

Omnibus Theatre Catch Edinburgh Fringe shows in Clapham….

Studio Voltaire A beautiful Clapham gallery space in an old church….

Clapham Pottery Throwing workshops and courses in an old chapel in South London.

575 Wandsworth Road A poet’s house filled with amazing hand-carved wood….

Hidden London Tours Explore the abandoned tunnels of London’s closed-down tube stations.

Four Thieves What do you get when you cross a retro games arcade, a micro-brewery and karaoke?.

The Best Places For Brunch

Brickwood An army of Aussie brunch cafés sprawling across South London….

Lina Stores Clapham Clapham Common, meet fresh pasta….

Minnow Looking out onto Clapham Common, this pretty spot offers a vibrant rundown of global flavours.

No 32 The Old Town An all-day dining and drinking spot, with a fairy-lit roof terrace.

The Best Al Fresco Spots

Minnow Looking out onto Clapham Common, this pretty spot offers a vibrant rundown of global flavours.

Berberè Pizza Pizzas topped with seasonal ingredients, from an Italian pizzeria empire.

Venn Street Records Happy hour cocktails, live music and dancing.

Brickwood An army of Aussie brunch cafés sprawling across South London….

No 32 The Old Town An all-day dining and drinking spot, with a fairy-lit roof terrace.

Studio Voltaire A beautiful Clapham gallery space in an old church….

Venn Street Market Fresh produce, street food, and flowers.