Back in the day, before the rejuvenation of Brixton, this was one of the only food options around. It was as bad as any of the other options so I avoided it for many years. But I'm glad I popped back in. It's grown up in the meantime! I had a salad which was fresh and delicious (although drowning in overly sweet sauce - on the side next time!) Lovely service too. read more

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Brixton has made some real changes in the last ten years, not all good, but Lounge on Atlantic Road reflects everything that is positive about the area. The cafes location used to be know as the 'frontline' and is notorious for being the location of the Brixton Riots in the early eighties. Although this is still not a completely safe neighbourhood at night the street is now a mix of boutiques, cafes and restaurants and by far the best of these is Lounge. Run by local boy and former actor Maynard Eziashi (watch out for him in the beautiful Mr Johnson with Pierce Brosnan) the cafe used to be just a tiny room on the corner of the street. Now it is a large and fully licensed restaurant as well as a cafe with another branch in the nearby gentrified Balham. The cafe serves up homemade smoothies and shakes as well as full English breakfasts in the morning, ciabattas at lunchtimes and both exotic and traditional English food in the evenings all of which can be enjoyed by the huge windows facing out onto the extremely watchable street life of Brixton. read more

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I'm getting increasingly annoyed with bohemian cafés that seem to be promoting certain lifestyle choices rather than making good coffee, which more often than not tends to be lifeless and lethargic. So I was quite surprised to find that The Lounge on Atlantic road in Brixton is actually quite good. Although I was quite disgruntled at the décor (which looks as though their interior designer listens to far too much Morcheeba), I quite enjoyed the taste experiences that I had in this self-professed "café, bar, and eatery". The food is extremely well priced with menu choices that I found rather enjoyable, odd, and amusing, for example: Prosciutto, parmesan & fig on focaccia; and Crunchy peanut butter, bramble jelly and banana. The coffees however, lacked the right kind of variation; as opposed to exploring the different types of bean to make coffee, the emphasis was on the style of coffee you were drinking (like Confusso, the tiramisu in a glass). I felt like a bit of a philistine ordering a black coffee, but it was well made and I enjoyed it. Feeling festively spirited, I also opted for a small glass of the mulled wine which wasn't as good as I have had in the past, but I felt this only to be a minor quandary when I was so impressed with everything else. The final bill total for myself was around £10, which I felt to be a more than humble price to ask. If you're in the area it's, and your not sick to death of lazy bohemian eateries, then the Lounge is definitely worth a look in. read more

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I do rather like the lounge, it has the normal brixton buzz with quirky chatty waitresses, tasty food and lovely cocktails. They also accept the wonderful taste card that one of my friends had with them! I sampled the spicy chickpeas with pitta for starters which were exceptionally flavorsome and then had a burger which was a large amazingly meaty affair with avocado and mustard mayo, tomato and a little pail with chips in it. The food was honest and definitely not ding cuisine (microwaved). I have previously been to lounge and was descended upon by a DJ which took over the restaurant entirely and made it rather uncomfortable, and loud. This time however there was no DJ and the place was really chilled out. In my opinion they could definitely do more with the decor, the seats are plasticky black leather and the tables small, which makes it a little unwelcoming. However the general atmosphere of the place not to mention the company, makes up for it!! read more

What a treat! A real locals hangout with impressive food, surprisingly good cocktails and just a lovely place to be. Come Friday night it's a candle-lit conspirators den - couples snuggling on the sofas, groups of friends catching up and randoms chatting in the corner. It's table service her and the staff are friendly. Brixton has upped its game in recent years and this little spot represents everything that is good about the area. read more

With a laid back vibe, I'm not sure what this place wants to be. It feels very much like a coffee shop, with small tables and the transient aura that you so often find in coffee culture. However having been in the evening, I found the food to be fantastic. As you would do in Rome, in keeping with the area I tried for starters the salt fish and as a main a jerk chicken salad. I'm happy to report that both were superb, well cooked and a taste sensation. I was very impressed. The salt fish was crispy and came with a lovely creamy sauce with spicy sauce layered on top and the salad came with lovely fresh leaves, olives, juicy tomatoes and cucumber and the jerk chicken was to die for! I really appreciate good food and this is no exception. The cocktails were also fantastic and reasonably priced. If you're a fan of flavours I'd recommend the Angel Face Martini. This great place for a relaxed meet up with friends, although I'd also suggest this as a good location for a casual date, as whilst the decor doesn't go out of the way to impress, the food and overall experience will. read more

Pro: comfortable atmosphere, very friendly staff, tasty menu, free wifi, plenty of seating, appealing art, Con: music is always a little too loud, a little pricey read more

Nice spot off the beaten path. Very good Bloody Marys and other cocktails, too, though the Mohito took quite awhile to make. Friendly, staff, but could use a few more of them on a Saturday eve... read more

I came here on Sunday for a brunch with a friend and my housemate. We had been wandering around the village looking for a place to eat, were a little surprised to find a lot of places not opened yet. It was just after 11am. We noticed the lounge, and decided to give it a try. There were only a few other people there, so we grabbed a table near the windows. The menu has quite a few delicious looking options. However all 3 of us settled on the Caribbean eggs. My mouth was watering when it was placed down in front of me. Two slices of bread with a mountain of scrambled eggs, avocado and plantains, it tasted as good as it looked. As we were finishing up, there was not an empty seat in the restaurant, so definitley a favourite amoung the locals. I will be back! read more

One of the best value for money places. Food is really good. Jerk chicken dishes, burgers, salad, excellent. Good beer in bottles. Affordable too. Good range of wine. Friendly staff. Been here a few times and I'm amazed with the consistency and cheap price! Highly recommend. read more

One of my favourite places to eat in Brixton. All day breakfasts, panini's and chips and lattes. I like to take all my friends here for hangover cures, coffees and chilling out! There's free wifi and the staff are always really friendly. read more

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Probably my most visited and loved restaurant in Brixton. The food is fantastic (especially the breakfasts), the staff are friendly and the vibe is very chilled! Prices are very decent for the quality and amount you get. Deffo would recommend! read more

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A great place to sit and watch the world go by or relax with friends. Lovely food, friendly service and the best coffee in London - what more can you ask for?! read more

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Possibly the best place to have a Saturday morning breakfast or brunch in Brixton now that SW9 it under new management. Fantastic food, great service, nice soundtrack and comfy sofasit's all here. read more

The place is cozy, the people are really nice and the food is delish. My boyfriend and I go there at least once a week. The owner is very sweet. The prices are good and the bloody Marys are fantastic. read more

One of my favourite South London hang-out spots, the Lounge is a chilled-out café-restaurant on a Brixton back road not too far from the hustle and bustle of Brixton Village. A peaceful wifi- spot in the day, breakfast and tea are very decent indeed - the Green Lounge meal includes some of the best veggie sausages I've ever tasted - and a nice range of teas, smoothies and toasted sarnies make for satisfying light lunch options. The dinner menu is brilliant - among a strong list of mains, the jerk chicken salad and halloumi falafel burger never disappoint (get some fried plantain and guacamole on the side if you're feeling extra ravenous!) Artwork is a lovely feature here too, with regular rotation of visual art available for sale (and just for looksies) on the cafe's interior walls. Loved this place way before Brixton became a trendy foodie destination - with a larger crowd flocking to the area now than ever before, many more can enjoy this hidden treat of a venue. read more