Nine Elms Area Guide

Currently undergoing a multi-billion pound regeneration program set to continue until 2020, Nine Elms has been earmarked as the one to watch - and the place to be - by those in the know. Situated on the edge of Central London between Battersea and Vauxhall, Nine Elms spent years as a blighted industrial zone before work began on the Battersea Power Station, kicking of a huge development programme that will see it become one of the major residential and commercial zones in the capital. Chic restaurants, cool bars and stylish modern apartments are already appearing on a daily basis in the new Circus West Village area, and with the recent addition of the US Embassy, you’ll certainly be in impressive company here.

Eating & Drinking

Restaurants

Alongside some well-loved local establishments, a wide array of restaurants have already started flocking to the area amidst the renovations. These offer a very promising sign for a diverse dining scene to come with international cuisines, traditional gastropubs, and innovative new eateries. 

Brunswick House

Housed in a faded Georgian mansion, prepare to dine on a tasty, seasonal British menu amid plenty of quirky antiques.

Address: 30 Wandsworth Rd, London SW8 2LG

The Power Station 

Spread over two floors, this charming, casual restaurant and wine bar is known for it’s traditional Greek and Mediterranean food and relaxed ambience. 

Address: 161 Battersea Park Rd, London SW8 4BU

Wright Bros

The brothers with a knack for affordable seafood have finally brought their oysters to Nine Elms, with a riverside restaurant featuring a charming outdoor terrace. 

Address: Battersea Power Station, 26 Circus West Village, London SW11 8NN

Chokhi Dhani 

A recent addition to the area, they’ve quickly made a name for themselves serving high-end Rajasthani cuisine with a French twist in a stunning, opulent dining room. 

Address: Riverlight Quay, 2 Nine Elms Ln, London SW11 8AW

San Gennaro

Don’t let the exterior fool you - a local institution, San Gennaro have been serving up authentic Italian dishes to delighted residents since 1998.

Address: 22 Battersea Park Rd, Battersea, London SW11 4HY

Bars

The bar scene in Nine Elms tends to be relaxed and sophisticated, with wine bars, cocktail bars and stylish pubs dominating the area. Even with new bars opening regularly it’s unlikely to become a very late night destination, but there are plenty of venues and clubs just across the river on the King’s Road for those looking to dance into the small hours. 

Vagabond Wines

Boasting a fully operational winery as well as 100 wines available by the glass, the Nine Elms branch of this popular wine bar is already causing a stir. 

Address: Unit 12, Circus Village West, Circus Road West, Phase 1 Battersea Power Station, London SW11 8EZ

The Battersea Barge

Prefer your bars with a nautical twist? This floating pub may have a limited selection, but the regular events and unique setting more than make up for it. 

Address: Nine Elms Ln, London SW8 5BP

The Vauxhall Griffin 

An independent, old-school pub, you can expect to find plenty of real ales and squishy leather sofas at this local favourite. 

Address: 8 Wyvil Rd, London SW8 2TH

No.29 Power Station West

Another new arrival to Circus West Village, this hip wine bar and restaurant serves up classic cocktails in a contemporary setting.

Address: No 29 Power Station West 29 Circus West Village, London SW11 8NN

Nine Elms Tavern 

A popular after-work spot, this buzzing gastropub has a stylish decor and an extensive drinks list. 

Address: Riverlight Quay, Nine Elms Ln, London SW8 5BP

Transport

Located between Battersea Park Station and Vauxhall train and underground stations, Nine Elms is already well-connected for commuters with a 5 minute train journey to Waterloo and a speedy 9 minute journey to Oxford Circus on the Victoria Line. Meanwhile in 2020, a new station on the Northern Line will open at Battersea Power Station, offering even better connections to the rest of the city. 

Shopping

Shopping in the Nine Elms area is currently limited as developments on the future power station shopping centre are still underway, but by 2020 it’s set to be the third largest shopping destination in the capital with swathes of international and independent brands. For now, foodies are already well covered with Waitrose, the high-end Battersea General Store (offering delicacies from around the world), and the famous New Covent Garden Market - though you’ll have to get up pretty early to make the most of it! For all other shopping needs, Chelsea is a short distance away across the river and has a wide range of options for every shopper. 

Green Spaces

Nine Elms residents are well placed when it comes to green spaces, with the 200 acre expanse of historic Battersea Park just next door with a boating lake, small children’s zoo, tennis courts and regular festivals. Looking for a change of scene? Clapham Common is around two miles south, and there’s always the pretty embankment for an evening stroll too.