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Home SW15

London, Putney - Modern British - Restaurant - ££

All-day eatery with a massive local following

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

With its buzz, bonhomie and fairly priced food, Rebecca Mascarenhas and Craig Gordon's hugely popular all-day diner is ‘the epitome of a good local restaurant’. During the pandemic, local support raised £40,000, which was pivotal to the venue's survival, and the team continue to repay their supporters in spades: ‘hardworking, friendly, kind, positive and inspiring’ staff go out of their way to meet and greet everyone who comes through the door. As for the decor, chesterfield banquettes, bentwood chairs, a long bar, covered terrace and a conservatory to the rear all help to create a fresh, modern look. What dazzles is the simple, well-prepared comfort food with its penchant for flavour – seen in dishes such as beetroot-cured salmon with dill or bavette steak with a bourbon and peppercorn sauce. Brunch and lunch menus lure in the locals, although we dropped by for an early-summer dinner. A cauliflower cheese croquette with aïoli, followed by end-...

With its buzz, bonhomie and fairly priced food, Rebecca Mascarenhas and Craig Gordon's hugely popular all-day diner is ‘the epitome of a good local restaurant’. During the pandemic, local support raised £40,000, which was pivotal to the venue's survival, and the team continue to repay their supporters in spades: ‘hardworking, friendly, kind, positive and inspiring’ staff go out of their way to meet and greet everyone who comes through the door. As for the decor, chesterfield banquettes, bentwood chairs, a long bar, covered terrace and a conservatory to the rear all help to create a fresh, modern look.

What dazzles is the simple, well-prepared comfort food with its penchant for flavour – seen in dishes such as beetroot-cured salmon with dill or bavette steak with a bourbon and peppercorn sauce. Brunch and lunch menus lure in the locals, although we dropped by for an early-summer dinner. A cauliflower cheese croquette with aïoli, followed by end-of-season Norfolk asparagus served with a crispy poached egg and hazelnut vinaigrette set the tone. Moving on, sea bass was deliciously paired with creamed leeks and king oyster mushrooms, while a dessert of caramelised pineapple with (vegan) vanilla ice cream was winning in its simplicity.

The well-considered list of predominantly European wines is arranged by style, with a focus on mid-priced options; otherwise, check out the list of creative cocktails. 'The name says it all – this place really is Home,' concluded one regular. 

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K Shirly

11 March 2025

As the name suggests, it feels like having dinner at home! Delicious food, lovely vibe and always look forward to spending an evening here.

VENUE DETAILS

146 Upper Richmond Road
Putney
SW15 2SWGB

020 8780 0592

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OTHER INFORMATION

Private dining room, Separate bar, Counter seating, Outdoor dining, Wheelchair access, Family friendly, Dog friendly

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