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Balans Soho No. 60 (the big one) Formerly: Balans Soho Society

(232 Ratings)
Buzzy gay brasserie

The most recognized name in casual high-definition-gay London dining, Balans caters to carnivores and vegetarians with a one-of-each-style international menu at this and other branches. It's a very lively establishment and comfortingly queer, especially for first-time visitors, with an open front conveniently looking onto gay-friendly Soho catwalk Old Compton St. The tagline is 'haven for the convivial'. However, since its 1993 debut the cooking has been considerably less than vital,...

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Reviews

CKDexterHaven
CKDexterHaven
Over a year ago

Definitely pushes the right gay buttons, but where it really matters (the food), it falters badly (and it's overpriced).


listerc
listerc
Over a year ago

Buzzy gay atmosphere, but without the food to match.


bobby54
bobby54
Over a year ago

Nice Place For A Quick Bite.

While it's a nice place to grab a quick bite, the food is really nothing special. If you're a first time visitor to gay London this is a pretty good jumping off point, but don't expect too much as far as the food is concerned.


Foulques_de_M
Foulques_de_M
Over a year ago

To do again

Excellent and nice people


ukflyer
ukflyer
Over a year ago

A fixture of Old Compton Street

Soho is certainly well served by a number of high quality restaurants on the streets surrounding Old Compton Street. However, there's one restaurant & cafe on the street that draws a crowd of locals and visitors and you can always rely it for a friendly welcome and to get a table. The menu offers many familiar comfort dishes and the service is consistently good.


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