The Table Battersea Rise : An ideal Saturday night restaurant

Surrounded by a cluster of bars and pubs, it’s an ideal starting point for a Saturday night – or somewhere you might end up staying all evening.

I visited on Saturday night with my best friend for some much-needed catch-up time over food and cocktails.

We were welcomed into a bright, airy space, full of relaxed chatter and warm lighting.

The entrance to The Table (Image: Poppy Huggett)

The décor is clean and contemporary, with minimalist artwork and an open layout that feels social without being noisy.

We started with a round of small plates –  green olives, steamed vegetable dumplings, and beer-battered cod with pea purée and homemade tartare sauce.

Our chosen dishes (Image: Poppy Huggett)

The cod was a standout: the batter crisped to perfection, while the fish inside was tender and melt-in-the-mouth.

A special shoutout goes to the veggie dumplings too  –  delicate, flavourful, and made even better dipped in soy sauce.

Next up was another selection: chicken popcorn with tomato and chilli dip, ham-hock and chorizo bites with hot sauce, and the chef’s falafel with garlic yoghurt.

The ham-hock and chorizo bites (Image: Poppy Huggett)

All small plates are priced at £7, or three for £18 – great value for the quality and generous portions.

The bites were perfect for grazing and sharing, and everything arrived quickly with friendly service.

The chicken popcorn (Image: Poppy Huggett)

Of course, no Saturday is complete without a cocktail or two.

The Table offers happy hour from 5pm to 7pm with 50 per cent off all cocktails — a real win.

The bar area (Image: Poppy Huggett)

I kicked things off with the Elder Mimosa (elderflower cordial and prosecco) which was fruity, light, and dangerously easy to drink — I ended up having two.

The Espresso Martini and Elder Mimosa (Image: Poppy Huggett)

Then I tried the Parfum Fizz, a refreshing blend of gin, thyme liqueur, rose, lime, and soda – the perfect drink for a warm evening.

My friend, a coffee lover, stuck with the espresso martini all night and was seriously impressed.

The Parfum Fizz cocktail (Image: Poppy Huggett)

What really stood out was the attentive and warm service throughout.

The team were helpful without hovering, creating a welcoming atmosphere that matched the menu’s modern, easy-going vibe.

Dining area at The Table (Image: Poppy Huggett)

Whether you’re local or just in the area, The Table is well worth a visit – delicious small plates, great cocktails, and a spot-on location for a Saturday night out in south west London.