1910 Balham Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to 1910 Balham, a culinary gem nestled in London that redefines Mexican dining. Located at 3 Ramsden Rd, SW12 8QX, this restaurant offers a vibrant menu highlighting fresh, high-quality ingredients. Patrons rave about the expertly crafted tacos, ceviche, and innovative cocktails, particularly the standout Paloma and unique mezcal selections.
- Quality Dining: Guests appreciate the restaurant's attention to detail—from the intricate presentation of dishes to the friendly, knowledgeable staff.
- Inclusive Options: Vegetarian and gluten-free options abound, demonstrating the restaurant's commitment to catering to diverse dietary needs.
- Atmosphere: The lively ambiance, combined with regular events featuring tequila tastings, ensures an engaging experience.
Whether you're a local or just visiting, 1910 Balham invites you to savor delicious flavors in a warm, inviting setting that feels like a slice of Mexico in the heart of London. Reserve your table today!
COMIDA
TOTOPOS (VE)
Salted corn tortilla chips
GUACAMOLE (VE)
Smashed avocado, tomato, red onion, coriander & lime
FRIJOLES REFRITOS (V)
Refried black beans topped with feta. Available vegan (VE)
PICO DE GALLO (VE)
Chopped tomato, red onion, coriander & lime
CALAMARES FRITOS
Salt, pepper & guajillo fried squid with spring onion, red chilli, coriander & lime. Served with a side of jalapeno mayo
COSTILLAS DE ELOTE (V)
Six roasted sweetcorn 'ribs' marinated in a light chilli butter sauce & topped with jalapeno mayo, Parmesan cheese & micro coriander
SALSA ROJA (VE)
Roasted tomato, jalapeno, onion, garlic & coriander
SALSA VERDE (VE)
Roasted tomatillo, white onion, garlic, jalapeno & coriander
SALSA MANGO Y HABANERO (VE)
Pureed mango with tomato, onion, garlic & a kick of habanero chilli
SALSA DIABLO (VE)
Our secret blend of authentic Mexican chillis, with extra fire
COCHINITA PIBIL TACOS
One of the most famous dishes from the Yucatan Peninsula. Traditional slow roasted pulled pork marinated in achiote & habanero salsa, topped with pickled red onion & coriander
CARNE ASADA TACOS
Grilled flank steak on a bed of chipotle mash potato, with mint jalapeno mayonnaise, sliced avocado & fresh coriander
HONGOS CAPEADO TACOS (V)
Lightly battered oyster mushroom on a bed of shredded lettuce, topped with chipotle mayo & sliced jalapeno. Available vegan (VE)
PORK BELLY TACOS
Tomatillo-agave glazed pork belly on a bed of crunchy white cabbage marinated in a mint-cardamon vinaigrette, topped with watermelon radish & micro coriander
BAJA PESCADO TACOS
From Baja California. Lightly battered white fish on a bed of shredded lettuce, topped with chipotle mayo, red cabbage in a lime dressing & coriander
FILLET STEAK ALHAMBRE
Build your own tacos with diced, pan fried fillet steak, cooked with onion & bell peppers & topped with cheese. Designed for sharing, served with four soft corn tortillas.
QUESABIRRIA TIJUANA STYLE
Traditional quesadilla with slow cooked beef brisket marinated in a blend of spices authentic to Tijuana, with melted cheese, onion, red chilli & coriander. Served with a side of Birria gravy for dipping
TINGA QUESADILLA
Originating from Puebla & enjoyed all over Mexico. Shredded chicken cooked with onion in a tomato & chipotle sauce, with melted cheese. Served with a side of salsa verde
CEVICHE
King prawn & seabass ceviche with cucumber & sliced red onion on a bed of salsa de hierbas frescas. Topped with sliced jalapeno, watermelon radish & micro coriander. Served with crispy tostada halves
FLAUTAS DE PAPA (V)
A recipe passed down in Chef Mauricio's family. Chipotle mash potato rolled in two corn tortillas & fried, served on a bed of refried beans. Topped with sour cream, red onion, feta & micro coriander
ATUN TOSTADA
Yellowfin tuna tartare with lettuce, cucumber, tamari dressing, chipotle mayo, avocado sauce, salsa macha & micro coriander
HUERTO DE OREGANO
El Rayo Blanco Tequila, oregano, kiwi & sumac cordial
HUESO DE FRUTA
Verde Espadin Mezcal, Giffard apricot brandy, pickled peach, apricot & grape soda
TAMMY'S MARGARITA
El Rayo Plata Tequila, fresh lime, raspberry syrup
JALAPENO Y PEPINO
Pensador Espadin mezcal, jalapeno & cucumber agave syrup, fresh lime
AGUA FRESCA
Haymans gin, Cocchi Americano, basil, cucumber, soda
PUEBLA ICED TEA
Abasolo corn whisky, verjus, rooibos & vanilla tea
FRESA FIZZ
Strawberry-infused El Rayo Plata Tequila, fresh lime, strawberry & basil syrup, soda
PINA Y POMELO
Dutch Barn apple vodka, pineapple & grapefruit liqueur, fresh lemon, vegan foamer, pineapple & star anise bitters
HOUSE COCKTAILS
AGAVE TWISTS
MEXICAN CHANCLA
El Rayo Blanco, Midori, maraschino liqueur, fresh lime
MENTA JULEP
Vivir Reposado Tequila, mint, agave, fresh lime
OAXACA MARTINI
Dangerous Don Espadin Mezcal, Cocchi Americano, orange bitters
CABRON PICANTE
El Cabron Espadin mezcal, fresh lime, chilli & coriander agave
MARGARITA
El Rayo Plata Tequila, triple sec, fresh lime. Served with a salt rim
BATANGA
El Rayo Reposado Tequila, Mexican cola, fresh lime
EL DIABLO
Vivir Reposado Tequila, Giffard blackcurrant liqueur, fresh lime, ginger beer
SOURS
Your choice of spirit shaken with citrus, agave & vegan foamer: Amares Espadin mezcal El Gobernador pisco Adriatico amaretto Four Roses small-batch bourbon
TOMMY'S MARGARITA
El Rayo Plata Tequila, fresh lime, agave syrup. Served over ice
PALOMA
Tico Rosa Tequila, grapefruit, agave, fresh lime, grapefruit soda
COSMOPOLITAN
Lemon infused Sapling vodka, Narano bitter orange liqueur, fresh lime, cranberry
MOJITO
Planteray 3 Star rum, fresh mint, fresh lemon & lime, Demerara sugar, soda
CLASSICS
VINO BLANCO
OSADO WHITE MALBEC
2021, Mendoza, Argentina. Fresh on the nose, with aromas of red fruits & delicate notes of white flowers with refreshing citrus flavours.
YEALANDS ETATE ALBARINO
2022, Gisbourne, New Zealand. Showcasing layers of ripe yellow plum, lifted lime blossom & sea spray. The palate is lively with bright acidity & lingering minerality.
WEINGUT WINTER KALKSTEIN RIESLING
2023, Rheinhessen, Germany. A distinctive, slightly salty minerality flavour with juicy, fruity notes & a touch of citrus.
MAISON BOUTINOT CUVEE EDALISE COTES DE PROVENCE
2022, France. Crisp & refreshing. Delicate, pale salmony pink in colour, with notes of white peaches, redcurrants & mandarin.
VINO ROSE
VINO ROJO
VOL D'ANIMA DE RAIMAT
2020, Costa del Serge, Spain. Tempranillo, Syrah & Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of black fruits, cocoa & spices. Ripe-fruit on the palate, backed by a toasty note.
CATENA VISTA FLORES MALBEC
2022, Mendoza, Argentina. Ripe, dark red fruit aromas with delicate notes of lavender, violet & mocha, with a rich mouthfeel & hints of leather & spices.
ZUCCARDI CABERNET FRANC
2022, Mendoza, Argentina. Intensely aromatic with notes of ripe red & black fruits with rich spices. Firm, ripe tannins & a long finish.
BOTTEGA POETI BRUT PROSECCO
2020, Veneto, Italy. Apple, white peach, citrus fruits & delicate floral notes on the nose. The palate is fresh, delicate & balanced.
JEIO BRUT PROSECCO ROSE
2021, Veneto, Italy. Soft, fruity & refreshing with flavours of citrus, rose & raspberry. Fine & persistent bubbles & a long lasting finish.
VINO SPARKLING
CERVEZA DRAUGHT
CORONA
4.5% ABV. Pilsner-style lager from Mexico City. Clean, crisp & light
MAHOU
4.8% ABV. Pilsner-style lager from Madrid. Light, floral & refreshing
PACIFICO
4.5% ABV. Pilsner-style lager from Mazatlan
MODELO
4.4% ABV. Pilsner-style lager from Mexico City
DAURA DAMM (GF)
5.4% ABV. Pilsner-style lager from Spain
CERVEZA BOTTLES
CERVEZA ALCOHOL-FREE
CORONA CERO
0% ABV. Non-alcoholic pilsner-style lager from Mexico City. Clean, crisp & light
WITH YOUR CHOICE OF BEER
Lager with a blend of tomato juice, spices & citrus
MICHELADA
SOFTS
HARROGATE SPRING WATER 75CL
Still
JARRITOS
Cola
HOMEMADE SODAS
Lemonade
JUICES
Orange
SPARKLING 200ML
Coca-Cola Zero
SPARKLING 275ML
Apple & Mint
TEQUILA: FAVORITOS DE LA CASA
Three of our favourite expressions showcasing difference aging processes: 1. Fortaleza Still Strength Blanco 2. Mijenta Reposado 3. ArteNom 1146 Anejo
TEQUILA: LOS MAMALONES
A selection of premium Tequilas including a Blanco, a Reposado & a Cristalino: 1. Fuenteseca Blanco 2. Clase Azul Reposado 3. Komos Anejo Cristalino
SABORES ESPECIALES
Examples of Agave Spirits which have got creative with different flavour infusions: 1. 1800 Coconut Tequila 2. Hacien Pineapple Tequila 3. Dangerous Don Mandarin Mezcal
MEZCAL: RECIEN LLEGADOS
New additions to our collection from small, artisanal agave spirit producers: 1. Hedonista Espadin 2. Ramo De Rosa Tobala 3. Derrumbes Durrango
MEZCAL: JOYAS OCULTAS
A selection of premium Mezcals including an agave blend, an Espadin & Salmiana: 1. Xiaman Tepextate y Espadin 2. Enmascarado 54 3. Lost Explorer Salmiana
RARO Y MARAVILLOSO
Unusual expressions celebrating the wide variety available in the world of agave spirits: 1. Dangerous Don Cafe 2. 4th Rabbit 3. Aguamiel Bacanora
AGAVE TASTING FLIGHTS
SPIRITS RUM
Plantateray 3 Star
Caribbean
Planteray Original Dark
Jamaica & Barbados
Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva
Venezuela
El Destilado Oaxacan
Mexico
Ron Zacapa 23 Yr
Guatamala