London

The Cheese Bar – Camden

‘As I have no Gouda cheese puns, I will refrain from inserting any into this post.’

Ellory – Hackney

‘Ellory offers an increasingly discerning Hackney customer base cutting-edge, creative cooking for a modest sum.’

Sticks ‘n’ Sushi – Canary Wharf

‘Despite its conception in Denmark, the slow, forgetful service at Sticks n’ Sushi does not reflect the efficiency synonymous with the Scandinavian nation.’

Beagle – Hoxton

‘Beagle epitomises what we expect from East London eateries.’

Padella Pasta – Borough

‘Pasta is comforting, it evokes happy memories…’

Polpo – Soho

‘W1’s answer to Venetian charm, unlike the Italian city, is uninspiring and charmless.’

Ceviche – Old St

‘…delicate slithers of seabass swam in amarillo chilli tigers milk and…’

Tuk Tuk Stick ‘n’ Grill

‘…a touch of Indonesian flavour to the famous West London market street.’

‘Brûlée de la passiόn, which was good but lacked the latter.’