Counter Culture - Menu

16 The Pavement, Clapham Town, London SW4 0HY, Nioki, United Kingdom

🛍 Soup, Fish, Meat, Wine

4.4 💬 818 Reviews
Counter Culture

Phone: +442081917960

Address: 16 The Pavement, Clapham Town, London SW4 0HY, Nioki, United Kingdom

City: Nioki

Menu Dishes: 4

Reviews: 818

Website: https://www.countercultureclapham.co.uk

"A delightful little gem. Small, so book ahead. Minimalist menu of tapas style, small plates. The whole menu is good to share for two people. The sour potato flatbread with nduja (nice and spicy) and cultured cream is really tasty. Accompanied by a variety of spiced cellar salami and pickled figs. Great combination. I must say the charred broccoli was a bit acrid, slightly too charred, but the pumpkin praline was decent. The next dish was Galician octopus, Romesco, farm beans and pine nuts, which was delicious! Amazingly balanced combination, one of the stand out dishes. Next was gnudi (like gnocchi but with ricotta instead of potato), roasted cauliflower and Parmesan. Again, really delicious. Perhaps too much lemon zest which unbalanced the dish a little. Made it slightly dessert-ish. But still a nice plate and my wife liked it so maybe just a personal taste. The final plate was the venison burger, the “Bambi Big Mac”. Very, very nice! Two sliders, juicy, tender, crisp and sharp pickles. Lovely stuff. We had the pecan tart for dessert and wow, it was class. The wine (Syrah) was nice but the only reasonably priced bottle. Considering the reasonably price of the food the wines seem disproportionately priced. Great service. Overall a really good experience. Highly recommended."

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Ian
Ian

had prepared a great time good eating smart


Oscar
Oscar

Fantastic spot with delicious food and extremely friendly staff! A must-try!


Christopher
Christopher

Awesome chef brings us adventures from the Cayman islands. A chef with a real love affair with food. Can't wait to go back! View menu


Cecil
Cecil

We went for the Irish taster menu and were not disappointed! The oysters and wild garlic mash were particular highlights. It's very small so recommend 2 as perfect or 4 as max (we went as 4). Drinks are served but it's also BYO at £10 corkage per bottle. Service is pretty good and efficient and would definitely go back to try the next chef of the month.


Maria
Maria

Very nice, cosy little restaurant, with an original menu using fresh products, a mix of vegetables, fish and meat. It only have space for 14 seats so I'd recommend booking in advance. You can sit just in front of the chef, which makes the experience special, as you get to see all your meals being prepared. We went for the full menu, which is a great option to try everything, for only £35.


Millie
Millie

The Dairy in Clapham had been on my list for a long time and for one reason or another I had to cancel bookings there multiple times. But when I read the fantastic review of their sister restaurant, Counter Culture, and managed to get three out of their 14 seats for dinner I couldn’t believe our luck. And I actually had no idea how lucky we actually were until we went and had such a fantastic and fun meal. The menu is tiny so we got to try everything and were blown away by the creativity and flavours! A must visit!!! View menu


Michael
Michael

I visited Counter Culture with my husband and another couple for dinner on a Friday night. This restaurant is perfect for couples, but we managed just fine at the counter with four people. I must mention that our server was incredibly kind—she made us feel as if we were guests in her home, and she was hosting us for dinner. Each dish we tried was outstanding; we sampled everything on the menu, including the special. It's tough to choose a favorite, but I particularly enjoyed the ox cheek and bambi bao. The fact that it's BYO is a huge plus. Overall, it's one of the best casual dining spots I've been to!


Franck
Franck

The menu is designed for sharing, and it encourages diners to ask for recommendations. They suggest that two people order the entire menu, which sounds easy—but we found it a bit overwhelming to narrow down our choices. Luckily, I took a photo of the menu because there was no way I could remember everything we tried. One standout dish was the sour bread paired with nduja and cream, which has been featured as one of TimeOut's top 100 meals in London. We had to try it, and the cream perfectly complemented the spice. Our waitress, who I remembered from a previous visit, highly recommended the chilled coconut soup. It wasn’t something we initially thought we’d like, but it turned out to be a d...


Connor
Connor

A delightful little gem. Small, so book ahead. Minimalist menu of tapas style, small plates. The whole menu is good to share for two people. The sour potato flatbread with nduja (nice and spicy) and cultured cream is really tasty. Accompanied by a variety of spiced cellar salami and pickled figs. Great combination. I must say the charred broccoli was a bit acrid, slightly too charred, but the pumpkin praline was decent. The next dish was Galician octopus, Romesco, farm beans and pine nuts, which was delicious! Amazingly balanced combination, one of the stand out dishes. Next was gnudi (like gnocchi but with ricotta instead of potato), roasted cauliflower and Parmesan. Again, really delicious... View menu

Categories

  • Soup Warm and comforting soups to nourish your soul. Choose from a variety of flavorful broths and hearty ingredients, perfect for a simple appetizer or a satisfying meal on a chilly day.
  • Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate. View menu
  • Meat Explore our mouth-watering meat selection, featuring expertly grilled steaks, tender chicken, and flavorful lamb dishes, each seasoned to perfection for an unforgettable dining experience.
  • Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.

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