Shambles restaurant and wine bar in Teddington has been named as one of the nation's 100 most impressive small firms by the Small Business Saturday UK campaign, as it kicks off a wider call to encourage public support for small businesses. 

The friendly, lively restaurant was founded by the Langella family in 1983 with siblings Massimo and Margherita at the helm of the business since 2006, serving fresh seasonal ingredients and delicious wines. 

They have a relaxed atmosphere in the style of an Italian Vinoteca and a local neighbourhood restaurant, where guests can discover innovative food and 40 wines by the glass. 

The name 'Shambles' (meaning a Butcher's Stall) is a nod to the history of the grade 11 listed premises, having been an old slaughterhouse/butchers for over 250 years. 

Following a nationwide search, the South west London firm has been selected as part of this year's SmallBiz100 line-up, which showcases 100 of the most impressive independent businesses from across the nation as part of the count-down to Small Business Saturday on 7 December. 

From left to right: Franco, Margherita, Massimo Langella- a true family business. (Photo: Emily Dalton)

Running in the UK for over a decade, Small Business Saturday is the UK's most successful small business campaign, which takes place each year on the first weekend in December, celebrating small businesses and encouraging consumers to 'shop local' and to support businesses in their communities. 

"It's an understatement to say we're thrilled to be included in this year's SmallBiz100," the Shambles team said. 

"As a second-generation family-run business, we have seen the amazing impact community has on our local high street, and our restaurant and winebar has a lot of thanks to give to all our amazing guests over the years. 

"The additional continued support received leading up to Christmas from the Small Business Saturday UK campaign is a fantastic reminder to everyone to shop small! 

"Being selected in such a widely known and positive national initiative that celebrates all the UK's diverse small businesses is an absolute honour for Shambles and our team. 

"It has been this year's icing on the cake, by a country mile!"