Self proclaimed as ‘noisy. Not fancy. Don’t expect too much’ yet honouring the Michelin Bib three years running. Truth is: expect everything from Brutto. Good vibes and terrific Italian food. A summer favourite is the courgette, lemon and basil risotto topped with layer after layer of Parmesan. 

Rich, moreish and an example for all trying to churn out excellent French cuisine, Bouchon Racine is not to be missed. Add in the fact that it's supremely affordable, and it's no wonder it's one of the most beloved spots in London.

Unassuming. Shapeshifting. Powerful. Ginny on Frederick is the kind of place where dreams are made and stars are born. Housed in a former Clerkenwell shop, this pioneering gallery helps bring the best of the burgeoning art scene to the eyes of the public. If you’re into art – even a little – Ginny on Frederick is somewhere you simply must go. 

Admission to the gallery is free.

The pared-back interiors of this London classic belie the wonderfully creative, stunning dishes the chefs churn out here. It's one of our favourite spots for fantastic nose-to-tail dining. Order Fergus Henderson's signature roast bone marrow and parsley salad on toast and a warm-out-of-the-oven madeleine for dessert. Their whisky Old Fashioned is one of the best in the city.