Pub in Balham
Nightingale
97 Nightingale Lane, Balham, SW12 8NXClosest station: Wandsworth Common, about 10 min walk4.4out of 5 on Google, from 591 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Nightingale
Compact brick pub with traditional decor, serving British grub and CAMRA-approved real ales.
Worth going out of your way to find, this country pub in town was built in 1853 by Thomas Wallis and has been a focus for the local community ever since.
A recent renovation has not altered the basic layout of the pub. There is a traditional public bar area at the front, while the larger but cosy saloon bar leads through to a rear extension and sheltered garden.
The pub is renowned for its annual walk in June for local charity, which has been held for over 40 years.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Sports TV: Six Nations rugby
- Family Friendly
- Games
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch: 12-3 Mon-Fri; All day Sat & Sun.
- Serves Dinner: 5-10; 12- 10 Sat; 12-7 Sun
- Real Ale
- Events: Quiz night Wednesdays
- Disabled Access
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Young's
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 8673 1637
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.4out of 5 on Google, from 591 ratings
5 out of 5jonathan tombson Google, August 2024
Last week we had the pleasure of spending our afternoon/evening at The Nightingale. We were hosting friends from abroad and wanted to take them to a lovely traditional pub. Having been there several times before, we knew The Nightingale was it. We booked a table for 10 (ranging from ages 2-45!!) very easily and staff were more than happy to accommodate with a table outside near the lovely cosy booths (with heaters if children are cold!) at the end of the pub garden. When we arrived at 4pm the pub was bustling. We actually recognised some friendly faces from our previous visit so clearly a…
5 out of 5Charles Carteron Google, January 2024
First time in here for many, many years. Forgotten what a good pub this is, with excellent food and even better beer. Friendly service and big outdoor space too at the back. It was quiet on a Wednesday lunchtime but I suspect it’s busy in the evenings and weekends (especially probably for the Sunday roasts). Lovely to have open fire too for a bit of extra atmosphere.
5 out of 5Samantha Hookon Google, August 2024
Lovely traditional pub with TV muted and no piped music. Food was delicious chairs lovely and comfortable. Very nice Sunday lunch.
5 out of 5Dai Treeon Google, November 2022
The Nightingale, funnily enough, on Nightingale Lane! A splendid venue by Young's & Co. A gorgeous bar with plenty of nooks and crannies in which to enjoy a beer or two. Lovely staff to help with the aforementioned task! There is a delightful covered garden terrace at the back with loads of seating. All in all a most delightful place to visit.
5 out of 5Kyle de Chazalon Google, August 2024
Outstanding little pub, super cozy! The Manager Ian was incredibly helpful and kind, would definitely recommend this place for anyone in the mood for a cozy date night or night out with the family
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.