The Bar & Bistro at Olympic Studios occupies the landmark building at 117 Church Road in the heart of Barnes Village. Once home to recording sessions by many influential musicians, Olympic Studios now brings food, film, drinks and cultural events together in a relaxed neighbourhood destination with a character all its own.
The bistro serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, with homemade seasonal dishes at the centre of the offering. Regular specials make use of ingredients sourced from British farms and fishermen, allowing the kitchen to respond to fresh produce while keeping the menu comfortable and accessible.
Guests can stop in for a full meal or use the concise Cinema Express menu before or after a screening. The format suits everything from morning coffee and brunch to a long lunch or evening dinner, and the terrace offers another option for walk-in diners when the weather allows.
A considered selection of wine, cocktails and local beer makes the bar an important part of the experience rather than an afterthought. That combination of seasonal cooking, easygoing service and a building rich in music and cinema history gives the venue broad appeal for Barnes locals and visitors alike.
Address: Olympic Studios, 117 Church Road, Barnes, London SW13 9HL, England
Olympic Studios – Bar & Bistro Menu
Breakfast
EGG & BACON ROLL
fried egg, streaky bacon, ketchup
HOME-MADE GRANOLA (VG)
soya yoghurt, blueberry compote
BAKED EGGS (V)
home-made tomato beans, spinach, harissa
DANISH PASTRY (V)
croissant, pain au chocolat, pain aux raisins or cinnamon swirl
TOAST WITH JAM & BUTTER (V)
sourdough, rye or gluten free
HOME-MADE MUFFIN (V)
chocolate or blueberry
SCRAMBLED EGGS
smoked salmon, rye bread, chives
Brunch Classics
EGGS BENEDICT
sourdough, bacon, hollandaise sauce
EGGS FLORENTINE (V)
sourdough, spinach, hollandaise sauce
EGGS ROYALE
sourdough, smoked salmon, hollandaise sauce
MUSHROOM FRICASSÉ (V)
sourdough, poached egg, sumac
FRENCH TOAST (V)
strawberry compote, clotted cream
FULL ENGLISH BREAKFAST
toast, fried eggs, streaky bacon, hash browns, Cumberland sausage, home-made tomato beans, sautéed mushrooms
ALLOTMENT BREAKFAST (V)
toast, fried eggs, hash browns, halloumi, spinach, home-made tomato beans, sautéed mushrooms
CRUSHED MINTED PEAS (V)
sourdough, grilled halloumi
PANCAKE STACK (V)
banana, maple syrup
Add-Ons
4.5 each
home-made tomato beans (VG)
hash browns (VG)
sautéed mushrooms (VG)
steamed spinach (V)
grilled halloumi (V)
streaky bacon
smoked salmon
Cumberland sausages
Brunch
All-day brunch menu. VG – Vegan, V – Vegetarian.
Sausage Roll
ketchup
Potato & Rosemary Sourdough Loaf
salted butter (V)
British Pea & Mint Soup
lemon oil, vegan feta, croûtons (VG)
Crispy Fried Squid
sriracha mayo, fresh chilli, lemon
Stracciatella di Burrata
heritage tomatoes, pistachios (V)
Padrón Peppers
aioli (VG)
Smoked Mackerel Pâté
pickled cucumber, rye bread
Cheese & Ham Croquettes
pesto
Red Pepper Hummus
flatbread, crudités (V)
Chicken Milanese
confit tomato and red pepper, pine nuts, balsamic vinegar
Smashed Cheeseburger
double beef patty, fries; add bacon +1.5; swap for grilled chicken on request
Fishcake
sweet and sour cucumber, tartare sauce
Plant Based Burger
butter beans & mixed quinoa patty, tomato relish, fries (VG)
Olympic Dog
sauerkraut, crispy shallots, pickles, fries (VG available)
BBQ Pulled Beef Roll
jalapeño, American cheese, fries
Fish Finger Open Sandwich
lettuce, pickled red onions, tartare sauce, fries
Steak & Frites
garnish leaves, béarnaise
Tabbouleh
mixed quinoa, pomegranate, red onions, crispy kale (VG)
Caesar
lettuce, parmesan, croûtons, caesar dressing
Seasonal Bowl
seasonal greens, mesclun, mustard & yuzu dressing (VG)
Truffle Arancini
(V)
Allotment Breakfast
toast, fried eggs, hash browns, halloumi, spinach, home-made tomato beans, sautéed mushrooms (V)
French Toast
strawberry compote, clotted cream (V)
Pancake Stack
banana, maple syrup; add streaky bacon +4.5 (V)
Eggs Royale
sourdough, smoked salmon, hollandaise sauce
Eggs Florentine
sourdough, spinach, hollandaise sauce (V)
Full English Breakfast
toast, fried eggs, streaky bacon, hash browns, Cumberland sausage, home-made tomato beans, sautéed mushrooms
Crushed Minted Peas
sourdough, grilled halloumi; add poached egg +2 (V)
Mushroom Fricassé
sourdough, poached egg, sumac (V)
Eggs Benedict
sourdough, bacon, hollandaise sauce
Dinner
Dinner menu. VG – Vegan, V – Vegetarian.
Sausage Roll
ketchup
Potato & Rosemary Sourdough Loaf
salted butter (V)
British Pea & Mint Soup
lemon oil, vegan feta, croûtons (VG)
Crispy Fried Squid
sriracha mayo, fresh chilli, lemon
Stracciatella di Burrata
heritage tomatoes, pistachios (V)
Padrón Peppers
aioli (VG)
Smoked Mackerel Pâté
pickled cucumber, rye bread
Cheese & Ham Croquettes
pesto
Red Pepper Hummus
flatbread, crudités (V)
Chicken Milanese
confit tomato and red pepper, pine nuts, balsamic vinegar
Smashed Cheeseburger
double beef patty, fries; add bacon +1.5; swap for grilled chicken on request
Fishcake
sweet and sour cucumber, tartare sauce
Plant Based Burger
butter beans & mixed quinoa patty, tomato relish, fries (VG)
Olympic Dog
sauerkraut, crispy shallots, pickles, fries (VG available)
Steak & Frites
garnish leaves, béarnaise
Roasted Courgette
asparagus, minted yoghurt, almonds (VG)
8oz Rib-Eye
garnish leaves, béarnaise, fries
Tabbouleh
mixed quinoa, pomegranate, red onions, crispy kale (VG)
Caesar
lettuce, parmesan, croûtons, caesar dressing
Seasonal Bowl
seasonal greens, mesclun, mustard & yuzu dressing (VG)
Truffle Arancini
(V)
Gordal Olives
(VG)
Smoked Almonds
(VG)
Salted Pretzels
(VG)
Mixed Nuts
(VG)
Chilli Rice Crackers
(VG)
Wasabi Peas
(VG)
Desserts
VG – Vegan, V – Vegetarian.
Treacle Tart
clotted cream (V)
Chocolate Ganache
coconut, passion fruit purée (VG)
Sticky Toffee Pudding
caramel sauce, vanilla ice-cream (V)
Apple & Blackberry Crumble
custard (V)
Lemon & Vanilla Cheesecake
strawberry compote (V)
Chocolate Truffles
salted caramel (V)
Ice-Cream
vanilla (VG available) / chocolate (VG available) / strawberry (V)
Sorbet
mango / lemon / coconut / raspberry / blackcurrant (V)
British Cheese Plate
Westcombe Cheddar, Brighton blue, Ogleshield, spiced pear chutney, crackers (V)
Cinema Express Menu
2 courses £19, 3 courses £23. Monday to Friday from 11.30am. VG – Vegan, V – Vegetarian.
British Pea & Mint Soup
(VG)
Smoked Mackerel Pâté
Crispy Fried Squid
Padrón Peppers
(VG)
Fishcake
Tabbouleh
(VG)
Plant Based Burger
(VG)
Steak & Frites
supplement +3
Children's Menu – Mains
Recommended for 8 years old and below. Available from 11.30am.
KIDS’ HOT DOG
american cheese, ketchup, fries
KIDS’ CHEESEBURGER
lettuce, tomato, ketchup, fries
FISH GOUJONS
peas, fries
KIDS’ PASTA
tomato sauce, parmesan (V)
SAUSAGE & MASH
gravy
Children's Menu – Sides
FRENCH FRIES
ketchup
PEAS & CARROTS
Children's Menu – Desserts
BROWNIE
vanilla ice-cream
VANILLA SUNDAE
strawberry sauce
Soft Drinks
Soft drinks, smoothies, fizzy drinks, cold pressed juices, syrups/cordials. A discretionary service charge will be added to your bill.
Teto Sparkling Cold Brew Tea – Hibiscus & Berry
Full bodied floral, with berry notes. Naturally caffeine free.
Teto Sparkling Cold Brew Tea – Sensha & Goji
Naturally caffeinated Japanese green tea, crisp, refreshing, with floral notes.
The Violet Smoothie
Blackberry, coconut, vanilla
The Cinnapple Smoothie
Apple, cinnamon, banana
Spirit-Free Soft Serves
Served with a mixer and a seasonal garnish. Single measures of 25ml are available on request.
Everleaf Marine
Mallorcan Tonic, Lemon, Balloon
Smiling Wolf Agave
Indian Tonic, Orange, Rock
Botivo
Elderflower Tonic, Mint, Highball
Mahala Botanical
Tonic, Rosemary, Highball
Gin & Tonics
Served with a Franklin & Sons mixer and a seasonal garnish. Single measures of 25ml are available on request.
Beefeater Pink Strawberry G&T
Indian Tonic, Lime, Highball
Mirabeau Rosé Gin G&T
Mallorcan Tonic, Rosemary, Balloon
Malfy Con Limone G&T
Mallorcan Tonic, Lemon, Balloon
Marrakesh Gin G&T
Mallorcan Tonic, Mint, Balloon
White Wine Cellar
By the glass, 50cl carafe, or bottle. Vintages may vary.
Rioja Blanco Viña Viejas, Finca Manzanos
Rioja ’24, Spain
Réserve Chardonnay, Montsablé
IGP Languedoc Roussillon ’24, France
Albariño, El Camarón
Rias Baixas ’24, Spain
Gavi DOCG, Il Forte
Piedmont ’24, Italy
Red Wine Cellar
By the glass, 50cl carafe, or bottle. Vintages may vary.
Nero d'Avola, Fabrizio Vella
Sicily ’24, Italy
Rioja Crianza, Finca Manzanos
Rioja ’23, Spain
Réserve Pinot Noir, Montsablé
IGP Languedoc Roussillon ’24, France
Carignan Merlot, Mon Roc
Pays d’Oc ’24, France
Sweet Liqueurs
25ml measures.
Baileys
Frangelico
Disaronno Amaretto
Drambuie
Sweet Wines, Port, Sherry & Sake
100ml measures.
Côteaux de Layon
Domaine de Baumard, Loire ’18, France
Moscatel Naturalmente Dulce
Finca Antigua, La Mancha ’18, Spain
Sauternes
Château la Fleur d’or, Bordeaux ’17, France