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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Mon-Thu
Midnight - 5:30 am
7:30 am - Midnight
Fri-Sat
Midnight - 6:00 am
7:30 am - Midnight
Sun
7:30 am - 2:00 am
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Hours
Mon-Thu
Midnight - 5:30 am
7:30 am - Midnight
Fri-Sat
Midnight - 6:00 am
7:30 am - Midnight
Sun
7:30 am - 2:00 am
Open Now
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Quite crowded but you can get a table easily. Friendly staff. International food. Nice music
The food is excellent, as well as the staff
One of only two places that I enjoyed during a week stay in London. I went to just about every bar listed. I was told to dress well, Brits are a always well dressed. But all I saw people wearing was clothing that make shopping at K mart like you were at Neiman's. The economy is really bad there. Try to decipher the bus system or pay 50 pounds for a taxi; that's around 85 in US dollars. Will write a couple of additional reviews later. O yes, I did meet this really hunky Lad from Ireland in a gay bar, later he turned out to be a straight guy with no scruples that would f*(*&^ anything not bolted to the floor for 60 pounds. How lucky can I get!!