Unsuspecting Yalla Yalla tucked into the shady dark alley, but boasts so amazing Lebanese food. Best plan of attack: bring friends and order multiple sharing mezze platters.
As authentic as it gets, with emphasis on Indian street food. Heavenly starters and desserts aside, Masala Zone dishes out their curries in giant platters or thalis, just like in India.
Bit of a no brainer this: the aviary temptress is always luring in passers-by, diners with spare stomach space and hardcore fans. Red velvet cakes, I swear on my sweet palates, some of the best.
Probably the best bowl of ramen I've had in London – though still room for improvement. The signature tonkotsu is what it should be: creamy, subtly meaty, topped with succulent pork and oozy egg.
Oh gelato. Hidden unsuspectingly in 'the street behind Great Windmill' is the ice cream parlour, sister to Bocca di Lupo opposite. Delicious sweet stuff, flavoursome in generous, creamy proportions.
Vietnamese food brought to the realms of finer dining – and nothing short of sublime. Beautifully executed bowls of pho, plus small sharing dishes. Oh, and best cha gio pork spring rolls in Soho.
Leading the charge of the Peruvian cuisine revolution in London, a tad pricey but certainly worth the palate trip. Ceviche is a must, best with sea bass; offal fest if you like. Try the corn cake.
