The Dover

With swathes of Art Deco-inspired wood panelling, proper tablecloths and proper candlelight lending a radiant glow to proceedings, this slick New York Italian from restaurateur Martin Kuczmarski looks absolutely fabulous. There's a vinyl soundtrack of 70s disco and a menu stuffed with irresistible comfort food – from lobster rolls, mini hot dogs and bowls of Tuscan minestrone to textbook chopped salad and pasta classics. Burgers and ribeye steaks are present and correct too, as is ‘The Dover’ sole (suitably finessed with chilli, lime and samphire), while the beef arrosto with mash is up there with the dishes you’d find at the best trattorias in Florence. As expected, desserts hop from New York to Italy – and if you fancy a dessert cocktail, they’ll mix that too. There's also no need to book if you fancy a drink and a snack at the bar, and the wine list is reasonably priced for this part of town. In short, this Mayfair hot spot offers irresistible food and superb hospitality in one of the capital’s most alluring dining rooms.