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Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults, London,

Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults

4.2
4.2
165 Reviews
£26 to £40
Modern European
10 Bow Churchyard, London, EC4M 9DQ

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for fine wines
Welcome to Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults, restaurant, bistro, bar with private function rooms and outdoor terrace, situated in the heart of the London since 1987.

Nestled behind the famous Mary-le-Bow Church, and within close proximity to St Paul’s, Balfour at Bow is a City institution serve much loved traditional food and the highest quality wines. Bow has been a local favourite for years.

As part of the award-winning Balfour wine group, the team at Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults are experts in suggesting the perfect wine to accompany your meal. Let us guide you through our extensive wine list, maybe suggest a cocktail or talk you through our range of local, craft beers. We have something for everyone!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Bank
  • Cross street
    Bow Lane, Cannon Street, Cheapside, Queen Victoria Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Mansion House, St Pauls, London Cannon Street, Bank, Monument
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 165 people are saying

Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

165 Reviews
  1. TeresaD

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely good quality food with an amazing selection of wine and beers. Very smart interior situated in historic area of London.

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  2. RichardC

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Interesting menu and really impressive quality. The wild mushrooms on toast were a triumph.

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  3. NicholasR

    London9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was really good and the waitress helped me with gluten free options.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Buckinghamshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The moules were fantastic but my favourite is still the chicken Kiev

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  5. CarolineI

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 7, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and lovely food and drink. Busy and noisy though so not for the faint hearted.

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  6. ChrisL

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 6, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic and as big fans of Balfour living close to the Winery - and being Balfour members - we were not disappointed. Food amazing & service fantastic and loved the cranberry gin fizz. The decor was fabulous and on our way out the bar vibe upstairs was great. Orlando was fabulous and our waiter (sorry forgotten his name but he was irish) was superb. Another Balfour triumph and we will return!

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  7. PeterB

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food with prompt and friendly service and a nice atmosphere. Recommended.

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  8. Gourmande VIP

    London29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is rapidly becoming my favourite lunchtime eaterie! A great warmth and welcoming atmosphere - I’m going to try the bar next time as this was buzzing when we came in! Firm favourite for me is the monkfish scampi - it’s ‘to share’ but so yummy I order one for myself! Recommended to try the hogs shepherds pie - so scrumptious and really hearty - perfect for a cold December day! Such a great team - visit if you can - you won’t be disappointed

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  9. JayP

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, good food and good wine.

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  10. NigelT

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A city institution - with a “dusting” of new ideas . I’ll be back.

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Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults is rated 4.2 stars by 165 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults

10 Bow Churchyard, London, EC4M 9DQ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bow Lane, Cannon Street, Cheapside, Queen Victoria Street
  • Neighborhood
    Bank
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Mansion House, St Pauls, London Cannon Street, Bank, Monument
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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