Out of the Blue Bar & Kitchen

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  Out of the Blue Bar & Kitchen

  140 St Johns Hill Battersea London SW11 1SL uk
  
  Browners

  22nd July 2008

  Current

  Good breakfast. Probably one of the best in the Clapham Junction area. No idea what it is like as a bar.

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  Out of the Blue Bar & Kitchen

  140 St Johns Hill Battersea London SW11 1SL uk
  
  jameshaycock

  2nd April 2007

  A hazy memory of a great evening with excellent service

  Current

  I took a large group of friends to Out Of The Blue for my 23rd Birthday and from what I can remember it was great.
  
  I had actually tried to book a table at Lost Society but they couldn't accommodate our party. Following a top recommendation from a colleague I went for Out Of The Blue, and it didn't disappoint.
  
  In short the restaurant offers food and alcohol from around the world in a relaxed setting with excellent service.
  
  I'm not the most decisive person when it comes to ordering food at a restaurant and always find myself narrowing down a number of dishes that take my fancy then choosing randomly when under pressure from a waiter.
  
  Out Of The Blue is perfect for indecisive people like me as they serve what they call international deli boards. As the name suggests you can chose dishes from around the world which come in a small portion, ideal for sharing. Each dish costs 5 but the more you get the cheaper it becomes. I shared 8 dishes (36) with my brother (which was probably 2 too many) but at least we got to try everything!
  
  Favourites from the deli board selection were the fantastic lamb koftas, the chilli squid and the mini fish and chips.
  
  From memory, the mains on the menu ranged from 10 to 15 and included sea bass, gnocchi and kangaroo!
  
  As the evening progressed, my vision narrowed as we explored the great wine list. We started with an english dry white wine called the three choirs before moving onto some new world wines. They also offered beer from all the continents.
  
  Although I didn't try it, the cheese board looked very good and, as trustedbot wrote, is supplied by local fromagerie Hamish Johnston. If you're into your cocktails it might not be the best option as the list was a little short but that doesn't matter as the wine and beer list were great.
  
  From my first call to make the booking the staff were very accommodating and friendly. On the night, we arrived late and tried to apologise. They had none of it and just said "it happens" which was nice. Throughout the meal our waitress took time to explain the menu before we ordered and as the food arrived. She was also very patient with the large number of us.
  
  Highly recommended!

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  Out of the Blue Bar & Kitchen

  140 St Johns Hill Battersea London SW11 1SL uk
  
  TrustedBot

  8th February 2007

  Current

  Travel and discovery sets the theme for Out of the Blue, offering contemporary International food and drink from 6 Continents of the World.

  In a relaxed informal environment food ranges from deli board style dishes for sharing such as African spiced meat balls or seafood gumbo, to the Brazilian espetada or the more classic American burger. Not forgetting the extensive cheese selection supplied by Hamish Johnston on Northcote Road.

  A varied wine list is available including wines from Mexico and India and some of the more traditional Old and New World wines. Beers include Tusker from Kenya, Quilmes from Argentina and Blue Marlin from Mauritius...

  There is also a wide range of travel photography to enjoy and even the toilet doors offer 5 languages.

  Food is served all day Tuesday to Sunday including a traditional Sunday roast and Out of the Blue offers a non smoking environment.

  Full disabled and baby changing facilities provided.

  Chefs Speciality Dish:

  From Africa - Lamb Koftas with a sumac yoghurt dip lamb mince with African spices, garlic and mint

  From Asia - Spicy Thai chicken satay marinated in tumeric, oil and chilli

  From North America - Seafood Gumbo a selection of fresh seafood cooked in salsa with dill

  From South America - Piquillo pimientos filled with feta cheese, sweet corn, macadamia nuts, tomato and smoked paprika

  From Europe - Mini cod and chips with pea puree

  From Australasia - Salt and pepper prawns in candied chilli, lime and coriander

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