Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in South West London

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Numero Uno

4.9

4.9 (541)

£26 to £40

Italian

Clapham

About the restaurant

Situated on bustling Northcote Road in London’s chi chi Clapham, Numero Uno is an Italian restaurant which delights locals and visitors alike. A typical neighbourhood Italian, Numero Uno is popular with businessmen and commuters during the week but at weekends fills with a more relaxed crowd of families looking for an unfussy dinner and groups enjoying each others company as they dig in to antipasti platters. An Italian wait staff make the Numero Uno experience all that more authentic, each of them moving from table to table, joking and conversing with diners as they take orders and make recommendations. A varied menu of Italian favourites, generously portioned, are followed by wonderfully decadent desserts and of course complimentary limoncello.

Top review

RachelVIP

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

Fab meal on Sat night. Great atmosphere as was busy night but food was still great and service so friendly. Will be back soon!

Pappa Ciccia - Munster Road

4.8

4.8 (213)

£26 to £40

Italian

Fulham

About the restaurant

Homely, informal, rustic - family business since 1995 ❤️️
Pappa Ciccia provides classically delicious Italian food to the locals of Fulham. It’s not an easy crowd to please, spoilt by any number of great neighbourhood eateries, but here at Pappa Ciccia, the cosy atmosphere and unfussy food keep diners coming back time and again. This restaurant is ideal for leisurely lunches and laid-back dinners, offering efficient but friendly service and a fantastic menu of typically Italian dishes. Pappa Ciccia’s pizzas receive much praise from the press and public for their authenticity. This restaurant offers a BYOB policy with a very affordable flat one-off corkage charge of £5.95 per person, we are also fully licenced with a good selection of Italian wine and beers
Gluten-free and vegan options. Outdoor seating available

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Neil

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Best pizza in town. A bit noisy inside the restaurant though.

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Popular dish

Pizza Pepperoni

Tangawizi

4.9

4.9 (913)

£26 to £40

Indian

Richmond

About the restaurant

Tangawizi restaurant in London’s East Twickenham, close to Richmond Bridge, earned the well-heeled locals’ devotion right from the off. The chef is ‘trained by and strongly recommended by Vineet Bhatia’ and that’s saying quite a lot. The dining room is very smart, mood-enhancingly lit in saffron and blackberry with details of beautiful sari fabric inlaid in the tables. Dishes are authentic North Indian, but cutting-edge and contemporary, the way we Londoners like them: the freshest of ingredients, little oil, sparkling flavours. Try the mixed platter of starters to share to really browse the possibilities, then choose something like spicy marinated red snapper in tempura batter served with cheddar and Parmesan risotto, with one of the lovely dahls on the side. The traditionally-clad waitstaff are very attentive and the whole experience a winner.

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Euan

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

A great evening and Mustafa and all the staff looked after us fantastically well food outstanding very tasty, and a very nice venue

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4.9

4.9 (351)

£26 to £40

French

Battersea

About the restaurant

Named after Franck Raymond’s grandmother, Augustine Kitchen showcases truly authentic French dishes, with a focus on produce from the Evian region where Franck was born.

Augustine Kitchen is a 45 cover restaurant and has got an intimate family feel with a focus on good quality produce and wine. The producers are handpicked, to ensure the very best quality, including charcuterie from Monsieur Colliard and fish from Mouchet Anythy sur Leman, a fourth generation fisherman.

Regional dishes feature Reblochon tarte, gratin of crozets and delicate smoked fera, whilst other highlights range from the sublime snails served with garlic mousse and parsley butter to pike quenelle or pork shank which has been slow cooked for 36 hours.

Behind the bar, the handpicked selection of wines are displayed in open racks, in a typical French charm, along with a fine selection of Armagnacs, Cognacs and other well known spirits.

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Tania

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Great Battersea French restaurant that has delicious food and lovely staff! We loved everything about it and will be back very soon!

Good Earth - Wandsworth Common

4.9

4.9 (1201)

£41 and over

Chinese

Wandsworth

About the restaurant

For over 30 years we have strived to set the standard for Chinese food in London and we pride ourselves on building a reputation for exceptional food and service. The Good Earth reflects the journey Chinese food has taken in London. From traditional aromatic duck and dry shredded beef to contemporary dishes unique to us such as Golden Sands Dover Sole and Wasabi Prawns. Our new Wandsworth Common restaurant is designed with a truly exciting art deco interior with a contemporary twist.We welcome families and children of all ages and have great value set lunches.

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William

Dined 2 days ago

The good earth bellview Wandsworth, Has always upheld their highest standard in every way imaginable. It's always my choice for treating anyone to a special occasion that leaves you assured about excellent hospitality. As I am returning guest they go out of their way to acknowledge my presence no matter how busy they are . I will recommend them anytime .

Roots - Teddington

4.9

4.9 (367)

£26 to £40

Indian

Teddington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roots Tedington. We look forward to serving you soon!

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David

Dined 7 days ago

We had a fantastic evening meal for two at Roots Indian Restaurant in Teddington and couldn’t be more impressed. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, welcoming, and attentive without being intrusive. The menu offers a perfect mix of classic Indian favourites and more creative, contemporary dishes, all beautifully presented and packed with flavour. Every dish was fresh, rich, and perfectly spiced – you could really taste the quality of the ingredients. The drinks menu was equally impressive, with a good selection of wines, beers, and cocktails. We enjoyed a couple of expertly mixed cocktails that paired wonderfully with the food. The atmosphere was relaxed yet stylish, making it a great spot for a special dinner without feeling overly formal. Roots is an absolute gem in Teddington – we’ll definitely be back! Highly recommended for anyone looking for top-notch Indian cuisine in a lovely setting.

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Experience

Roots 2nd Birthday Celebration - 20% Off Food!

The Dysart Petersham

4.9

4.9 (637)

£41 and over

British

Richmond

About the restaurant

The Dysart Petersham has recently undergone a complete interior refurbishment, bringing back to life as many of the original Arts and Crafts elements of the building as possible to set a stylish and comfortable atmosphere.

Our menus change with the seasons as well as always holding a few of our signature dishes, freshly cooked to order by our Head Chef and his team, emphasising freshness, well balanced flavours, ethical sourcing and country values. We have a garden and a forager who provide local Petersham grown produce to our chef.

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Zeynep

Dined 2 days ago

Went for the first time to celebrate our wedding anniversary and wanted to try a different area. We took the set dinner 3-4 course and were positively surprised how good all the courses were. Staff was also lovely and professional at the same time. They also do 500ml carafes of quite good wines which is great if you are a couple and you want to have a cocktail and wine but still drive back :) We will be back.

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Experience

Classical Violin and Piano Recital

Frantoio

4.9

4.9 (266)

£41 and over

Italian

Chelsea

About the restaurant

With over 30 years experience as a Restauranteur, Bucci brings his flamboyant character, Italian charm and generous hospitality to Frantoio.

When Bucci welcomes you to his family-run restaurant he wants you to feel at home and to experience a little bit of Italy… in the heart of Chelsea.

Bucci’s passion for food is reflected in the range of dishes and the quality and the freshness of the ingredients he uses. The menu is authentically Italian – no frills, simple honest Italian food… cooked with love.

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Sally

Dined 4 days ago

Just BRILLIANT! Love this restaurant. Buzzing atmosphere, great service, lovely food.

Cotto

4.7

4.7 (620)

£25 and under

Italian

Waterloo

About the restaurant

Since the Romans left, the Italians have been operating a policy of conquering the world's palate, plate by plate, and traditionally-run family restaurants like Cotto are their failsafe. The welcome is unfailingly warm here, the decor is authentic in feel, with murals on the walls, and the pleasures of the table are taken seriously indeed. Cotto is a 5-minute walk from the London Eye and the Aquarium, perfect for before or after family outings and it's also very popular with business customers during the week. There's live music on offer, too. As for the menu, try classic Tricolor salad to start, one of more than a dozen pastas, like Spaghetti carbonara, and a main course of simply and beautifully grilled Sirloin steak. Or just opt for a pizza and be happy!

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RobertVIP

Dined 4 days ago

I do not even know where to begin to give kudos to this little gem set in South London. The restaurant is conveniently situated across the street from the Lambeth North tube station. We were immediately greeted by the staff at the restaurant and sat at our reserved table. They came by right away with bread and drinks. We then went on to enjoy a delicious meal. Some of our party was gluten intolerant, but the menu is vast and offers many selections for gluten free (celiac). The food was outstanding - both the starters and the mains. The owner came over and spent time at our table to make sure we were all pleased with our meals. There were obviously many regulars in the restaurant as well. For being so close to a touristy area (Waterloo), it was reasonably priced as well. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice dining experience with great food.

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Tagliatelle al Salmone

Indian Room Balham

4.7

4.7 (632)

£26 to £40

Indian

Balham

About the restaurant

A modern, glass-fronted Indian on the burgeoning strip between The Bedford pub and Balham High Road, Indian Room has found itself something of a haven for couples. It must be the serene whiteness (table linen, walls) and candlelight. Then there’s the health-conscious cooking using as little as oil as possible. Well worth trying are the handful of dishes unique to this popular local restaurant, a wonderful apricot chicken Kashmir among them. Chicken madras, and a super-hot chicken vindaloo are consistently the most-ordered of the ‘All Time Favourites.’

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graham

Dined 6 days ago

As always the Indian Room comes up trumps. A Father’s Day treat with amazing food and great staff. Eating here always does feel like coming home, always a warm welcome and you really feel looked after. Thank you and see you again soon. Graham & Sandra

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