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🏠 57-59 Balham Hill, London, SW12 9DR
Tier Achieved:
Amazing food. Hygiene score you can forgive.
The food slaps and hygiene is "Good" — not perfect, but nothing to worry about. Go for it.
Lockdown Bakehouse is a quaint café that thrives in the heart of SW12, where the coffee is as comforting as a warm blanket on a chilly day. The atmosphere is cozy, perfect for sinking into a pastry coma with their mind-blowing shakshuka. Seriously, it's a crowd-pleaser, and the lemon meringue croissants are downright heavenly—just don't ask for a food cover net. The pastries, while delicious, seem to attract wasps like it’s a popularity contest.
The staff are a mixed bag; some are absolute gems while others might leave you feeling a bit neglected. The coffee? Top-notch. Just beware of the occasional fly. Overall, it’s a nice spot to chill with friends, but if pest control is on your checklist, you might want to think twice. The food is good enough to forgive a little buzz now and then, but it’s a shame they haven’t sorted the wasp situation.
"We had the shakshuka which was amazing."
"Such a lovely coffee shop, staff are delightful."
"Loved the egg salmon, the cake was heavenly."
Lockdown Bakehouse — Food Hygiene Rating: 5/5
🗓️ Last inspected: 15 August 2025