A decade ago no one would have loitered long in Ecclestone Place, as National Express buses rumbled out of the coach station. The reimagination of the Eccleston Yards has totally shifted its fortunes. At its heart is this light-filled brasserie with soaring ceilings and trailing greenery. Take a seat at the open bar for a seasonal, sharing-style feast of fish and meat from the charcoal grill. And check out the homeware in the retail space and online.

A. Wong has been on diners' minds (and in diners' bellies) for over a decade. This popular modern Chinese restaurant has delicious dim sum and two Michelin stars to boot.

Formative founder Ian Kissick moved to London to study computer science but quickly found his calling in coffee. While he’s objectively one of the best in the business (in 2023 he was crowned UK Barista Champion), he does everything he can to keep his craft simple for his customers. There’s a choice of just two coffees: A (medium to high bitterness, ideal with milk) or B (a sweeter option suited to espressos). A great address to know if you’re looking for a good coffee around Victoria.