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Summary
“A really interesting menu” of “modern Israeli food” (including “loads for veggies”) is found at this lively railway arch venue on the South Bank from ex-Ottolenghi chef Eran Tibi – “highly recommended”. Top Menu Tip – “the dumplings with date jus are fantastic”.
Summary
Former Ottolenghi chef Eran Tibi showcases his accomplished take on modern Israeli cuisine at this fun Tel Aviv-style venue in a Southwark railway arch, on which all reports were upbeat this year.
Summary
“The really tasty and innovative modern Israeli cuisine never fails to impress” at former Ottolenghi chef Eran Tibi’s all-day venue in the “very hip setting” of a Southwark railway arch. “Every wine is from Israel – and ours were very good”.
Summary
A “great take on modern Israeli cooking” – ex-Ottolenghi chef Eran Tibi creates “brilliant dishes inspired by the buzzing food markets in Tel Aviv” at this all-day venue on two levels in a Southwark railway arch. Top Tip: “love the shakshuka, a Sunday morning treat”.
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Old Union Yard Arches, 229 Union Street, London, SE1 0LR
Restaurant details
Bala Baya Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Superb flavour combinations, really attractive small plates, a stylish and reasonably priced destination close to Waterloo, a dynamic space with very friendly staff: it’s been going eight years, but we’ve only just discovered it"
"The food is good, well presented, excellent ceviche, wonderful aubergine- all well flavoured. Beef tartare a bit over worked, with the sumac can’t tell it’s beef. Not cheap for what it is. "
"Quite loud for conversation, cool vibe, tasty food"
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £36.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.50 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Old Union Yard Arches, 229 Union Street, London, SE1 0LR
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑4 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑4 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm |
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