When a neighbourhood bands together to create a community space, you can’t always guarantee it’s going to be good. R. de Rosa, however, is so good that it's not just a local beloved by residents of the Boomstraat. No! This charming corner café is always heaving with people from across the city. Grab a table outside and immediately understand why.

This wildly popular table d’hôte is buzzy for a reason. The laid-back French food is delicious – we like to order the weekly four-course menu – & settle in for a long, lovely evening. You can’t order a la carte, but trust us, you won’t miss it. If the weather is nice, ask for a table outside, & be sure to sufficiently probe the host to discover the very best wine.