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Lava Lounge in London is a vibrant spot that perfectly pairs a cozy atmosphere with exceptional Mediterranean and Turkish delights. With options for both lunch and dinner, this moderate-priced venue is popular among tourists and students alike. The menu is known for its flavorful Turkish meze dishes and expertly char-grilled main courses, alongside an impressive lineup of drinks, from cocktails to fine wines.

Whether you're there for a lively birthday celebration, a relaxed meet-up with friends, or a solo dining experience, the friendly and attentive service ensures a pleasant visit. The decor is tastefully done, complementing the casual yet intimate setting.

Lava Lounge offers free Wi-Fi, quick service, and the chance to catch a game while enjoying your meal. Outdoor seating is available if you prefer dining al fresco, and there's even a shisha bar for those inclined. With features like takeaway, delivery, and reservations, it accommodates all plans seamlessly, making it an ideal spot for any occasion.

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Price

$$$$

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Mediterranean, Turkish

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Healthy options, Halal options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Haydons Road
Train station 1.15 km walk
Merton Abbey (Stop F)
Bus stop 206 m walk
Haydons Road / Merton High Street (Stop SC)
Bus stop 495 m walk
Abbey Road (Stop SH)
Bus stop 366 m walk

Reviews and Ratings

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4.2
based on 3,052 reviews
4.2/5 1,803 reviews
4.3/5 1,249 reviews
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3 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

This place was so good! From the second we walked in, the staff made us feel super welcome. The atmosphere is really chill but still feels special, perfect for a date night or just a nice dinner with friends. Incredible food, every dish we tried was full of flavor and clearly made with fresh ingredients. You can tell the chef really knows what they're doing. Service was spot on, too. Our server was friendly, helpful with recommendations, and always made sure we had what we needed. Definitely one of the best meals we’ve had in a while.

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Hazhar Hajam
Hazhar Hajam
3 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

Great food , i loved the decor and best atmosphere, cocktails and shisha is the best ,

Burhan Hamidi
Burhan Hamidi
3 weeks ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

I recently visited Lava with four of my friends and had a truly wonderful experience. The food was delicious, and the shisha was particularly enjoyable, lasting for quite a while. I wholeheartedly recommend that everyone consider visiting them. I would also like to express my gratitude to the staff for their excellent service.