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Bistro Union
4.7 (1115)
£26 to £40
British
40 Abbeville Road, London, SW4 9NG
About this restaurant
- Neighborhood gem
- Good for special occasions
- Charming
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- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price£26 to £40
- CuisinesBritish, French, Bistro
- Hours of operationLunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefAdam Byatt
- Private party facilitiesBistro Union is available for private hire and we are happy to put together a bespoke package to suit you, please contact us for more information eat@bistrounion.co.uk
- NeighborhoodClapham
- Parking detailsMetered parking is available on Abbeville Road and surrounding side streets. Beware of resident parking signs.
- Public transitUnderground: Clapham Common TubeClapham South Tube
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
Reviews
OpenTable reviews from verified diners
Reviews from people who have dined at Bistro Union.
4.7
4.7
- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.6Value
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Review summary
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Nicki
London2 reviews
2.0Dined on September 18, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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London1 review
5.0Dined on September 17, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Issie
London1 review
5.0Dined on August 23, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sarah Gold
London5 reviews
5.0Dined on August 23, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Matt Gold
Lancashire5 reviews
5.0Dined on August 20, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 2
- Ambience 5
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Steve
London3 reviews
5.0Dined on August 14, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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William Gold
London40 reviews
4.0Dined on August 5, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Rizkallah
London1 review
5.0Dined on August 1, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Martin
London1 review
3.0Dined on July 30, 2026
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Abigail
Manchester3 reviews
3.0Dined on July 26, 2026
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 3
- Ambience 2
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price£26 to £40
- CuisinesBritish, French, Bistro
- Hours of operationLunch Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefAdam Byatt
- Private party facilitiesBistro Union is available for private hire and we are happy to put together a bespoke package to suit you, please contact us for more information eat@bistrounion.co.uk
- NeighborhoodClapham
- Parking detailsMetered parking is available on Abbeville Road and surrounding side streets. Beware of resident parking signs.
- Public transitUnderground: Clapham Common TubeClapham South Tube
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
FAQs
Guests often report generous portions, several reviews specifically describe the servings as generous or surprisingly large.
Yes, Bistro Union is frequently chosen for special evenings, with guests celebrating anniversaries and praising its warm, intimate atmosphere and thoughtful service.
Bistro Union is often buzzy at peak visits, a popular neighbourhood spot, while Sunday evenings and some Sunday services have been described as quieter and more relaxed.
The Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding (the Sunday roast / sirloin) is a recurring standout at Bistro Union, praised by multiple guests.
Bistro Union feels like a warm, cosy neighbourhood bistro, welcoming staff, attentive service, and a friendly, sometimes buzzy atmosphere that also suits relaxed Sunday suppers.
Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate; many guests find the place relaxed yet smart enough for small celebrations and treats.
Sundays are a standout, guests rave about Bistro Union’s Sunday lunch roasts, and the Sunday Supper Club (three courses, pre-book, 6–8pm) is frequently praised as a relaxed early-evening treat.
Yes, Bistro Union runs a Sunday Supper Club (three courses, pre-booked, 6–8pm), and guests also note a free corkage arrangement with the nearby Bottle Apostle and occasional BYO nights with a shorter menu.
Yes, Bistro Union offers a dedicated children’s menu (Breaded Plaice; Fish Pie; Macaroni Cheese, includes free ice cream) and reviewers describe it as genuinely family friendly, with staff helping families feel comfortable.
Yes, the drinks list features cocktails (Negroni, Bistro Martini) and a curated wine selection (Cataratto; Grenache Rosé; Crémant de Bourgogne; Rioja Blanca), and guests frequently praise the cocktails and wine list.
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