Clapham may never fully shake off its reputation as the stomping ground for young professionals and rugby-obsessed Aussies, but one thing that is changing is its propensity for dreary chain restaurants and identikit bars. Dig a little deeper beyond the nightlife-obsessed high street and you’ll find a slew of independent restaurants helping this leafy pocket of south-west London to carve out its place on London’s foodie map. From homespun Chinese street food to Michelin-starred plates worth crossing town for, here’s our pick of the very best restaurants in London‘s Clapham.
