In the summer months, a trip up the all-pink staircase for a Negroni at Frank’s is a must. But as Peckham rooftops go, Forza Wine comes a close second, and is open year-round. The same city views, plus frozen Picantes, plates of cauliflower fritti, burrata and tomato-topped flatbreads. The Custardo – an espresso crowned with crème anglaise – is a sensational pudding choice, served hot or cold. Its little sibling at the National Theatre is a great pre-show spot. 

This is exactly the sort of restaurant Peckham does well. There’s not really anything to say about the interiors, and ideally you wouldn’t visit the loos – because it turns into the neighbourhood’s in-the-know nightclub, The Carpet Shop, after dark. But arrive before then and join the queue for the tempura aubergine and spicy short rib tacos and you won’t be disappointed. Even better are the sweet corn esquites with chipotle and chilli nuts, alongside buttery bowls of refried beans.