The Best Cafes in Balham, Greater London, United Kingdom (2025)

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Craft & Bec

Balham Station Rd, London SW12 9SG, UK

4.6 (27 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: Not available

“You will not find better pastries in London than over here. Especially the chocolate almond croissant. This is melt in your mouth stuff.”

Dine-In Serves Breakfast Serves Lunch Takeout Desserts Coffee

Nearby Landmarks:

  • ALDI – 39 m away
  • Balham Train Station - Southern Railway – 18 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 118 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 271 m away
  • Travelodge London Balham – 55 m away
The Apple Blue

212 Balham High Rd, London SW12 9BS, UK

4.7 (594 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: Not available

“I have loved going here over the years. One of the best cafes in Balham. Great for meeting clients for a coffee as it's right next to the station and the food is SO GOOD. Whether you just want a tasty baked treat or a proper sit down meal, you won't be disappointed. And the staff are always so lovely - one time I spilled my drink everywhere right after I got it and they very kindly were so nice about it and got me a new one right away. The apple crumble french toast is INCREDIBLE. 10/10 local gem!”

Dine-In Reservable Serves Breakfast Serves Lunch Serves Brunch Takeout Delivery Outdoor Seating Restroom Good for Groups Good for Children Wheelchair Accessible Desserts Coffee

Parking Options:

Paid Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Balham Train Station - Southern Railway – 62 m away
  • ALDI – 99 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 171 m away
  • Travelodge London Balham – 40 m away
  • GAIL's Bakery Balham – 37 m away
Flotsam & Jetsam

4 Bellevue Parade, London SW17 7EQ, UK

4.5 (607 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 020 8672 7639

“Really special brunch spot! Went for a birthday brunch and the food and service delivered on making it a memorable occasion. The staff were attentive, service a good speed for how full it was and we didn’t wait too long for a table. The food was tasty, the espresso hollandaise took some getting used to, but definitely was something different. Pancake was amazing!”

Dine-In Serves Breakfast Serves Lunch Serves Beer Serves Wine Serves Brunch Serves Vegetarian Food Takeout Outdoor Seating Children's Menu Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Groups Good for Children Wheelchair Accessible Vegetarian Food Desserts Coffee

Parking Options:

Paid Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Sainsbury's Local – 21 m away
  • Lotus Spa - Wandsworth Common – 17 m away
  • Chez Bruce – 210 m away
  • Bonsai Espresso Room – 60 m away
  • Caffè Nero – 195 m away
Brioche Coffee & Brunch

10, Station Parade, Balham High Rd, London SW12 9AZ, UK

4.3 (52 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: Not available

“Gorgeous breakfast! Lovely coffee! Highly recommended. Reasonably priced and nice staff. I took my (relatively fussy) parents here and wife for breakfast on the opening weekend. The coffee is delicious (we had espresso/flat whites) and a selection of the breakfasts. The cooked chorizo is great quality, perfect eggs prepared to different tastes, and great quality bread/brioche. Honestly a brilliant addition to Balham, and much better than the local chains. very happy.”

Dine-In Serves Breakfast Serves Lunch Serves Brunch Serves Vegetarian Food Takeout Delivery Dog Friendly Restroom Good for Children Vegetarian Food Desserts Coffee

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Balham Train Station - Southern Railway – 120 m away
  • Sainsbury's – 250 m away
  • ALDI – 172 m away
  • Firefly Bar & Thai Kitchen – 40 m away
  • Herbs and Harmony – 19 m away
Joice Cafe (Balham)

239 Balham High Rd, Tooting Bec, London SW17 7BE, UK

4.3 (265 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 020 8672 6479

“Smashing little cafe with great choice of lunch options and cakes. Went for the house salad that was fresh, good value and delicious. Lemon drizzle cake was a very healthy portion size too. Great stuff. Coffees are a tad small but certainly give this place a go.”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Balham Argos – 114 m away
  • Fitness First – 149 m away
  • Sewing & Craft Superstore – 109 m away
  • Tesco Esso Express – 162 m away
  • Macguys – 417 m away
Milk London

18-20 Bedford Hill, London SW12 9RG, UK

4.3 (1313 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: Not available

“I had the pancake special and it was literally glorious. Everyone was really friendly despite it being quite hectic. Coffee was great. I'd absolutely coming back to try the savoury menu 🤍”

Dine-In Serves Breakfast Serves Lunch Serves Dinner Serves Brunch Serves Vegetarian Food Takeout Delivery Outdoor Seating Restroom Good for Groups Wheelchair Accessible Vegetarian Food Desserts Coffee

Parking Options:

Paid Street Parking

Nearby Landmarks:

  • Sainsbury's – 79 m away
  • Brickwood Coffee & Bread – 28 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 149 m away
  • ALDI – 139 m away
  • Lark Balham – 42 m away
Brickwood Coffee & Bread

11 Hildreth St, London SW12 9RQ, UK

4.3 (600 reviews) Price Level: $ $ $ $ $

Phone: 020 8772 6818

“Such a nice coffee shop in Balham. I had a cappuccino, which was spot on. Great taste. I also had a gardener's brunch. I swapped pesto tomatoes for just tomatoes. Very fresh, very tasty. Good quality food. There was seating inside and on the street.”

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Nearby Landmarks:

  • Sainsbury's – 65 m away
  • Waitrose & Partners – 128 m away
  • Milk London – 23 m away
  • ALDI – 135 m away
  • Pasha Mangal – 54 m away

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