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Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults, London,

Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults

4.2
4.2
168 Reviews
£26 to £40
Modern European
  • 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 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    020 3870 5000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    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 168 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

168 Reviews
  1. TeresaD

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 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

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 January 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

    London

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 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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    Buckinghamshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 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

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 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

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 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

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 December 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

    London

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 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

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 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

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 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 168 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
  • Area
    Bank
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00
  • 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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