Bababoom Battersea

In Battersea, South West London, Bababoom Battersea answers a simple question posed by its founder, Eve: what happens when a kebab-loving marathon runner opens a kebab shop? The result is a spirited neighbourhood spot on a mission to champion kebabs as the finest kind of fast food.

At the grill, flames kiss high-quality British meat and halal chicken, skewers turned over charcoal until smoky and tender. Pillowy flatbreads are baked fresh daily, ready to cradle chicken shish glossed with Turkish yoghurt and harissa, or a beef brisket kofta crowned with smoked cheddar and a lick of Baba’s triple b chilli. Mezze sets the tone: sweet potato hummus for scooping, and charged cauliflower draped in tahini, date molasses and pomegranate. Boom spice and house sauces crank up the flavour while keeping things bright and breezy.

The mood is vibrant and playful, a place where friends linger over Baba’s brew beer, an Efes Pils or a frozen margarita before diving into power bowls piled with couscous and fresh salad. Sides and add-ons keep the table lively, from crispy halloumi and merguez sausages to charged flatbread and a zippy fatoush salad, with desserts like a salted date caramel sundae or a cherry and cocoa halva brownie closing the show.

This spot brings big-hearted hospitality and bigger flavours to South West London. Ideal for lively catch-ups and casual celebrations, it invites diners to follow the aroma to the charcoal, ready, set, Bababoom.