The Lambourne

At the less glam end of The Broadway, The Lambourne is a trendy address none the less, and it draws the crowds for its mix of vibrant bar and slick dining. You can sit in the high-ceilinged bar at blond- wood stools at high blond- wood tables (blond wood is a theme) and sip on a cocktail (cocktails are a theme), or head into the dining area which has a more intimate vibe with its slate floors and black banquettes and chairs. Wherever you sit, the decibels can be high and the please-all roster (including daily specials) remains the same - simple, well-executed, no-fuss bistro-style dishes at prices that won't alarm your financial advisor. Battered calamari with grilled lime and tartare sauce to start perhaps, then roasted lamb rump with marinated Mediterranean vegetables and olive tapenade, or pan-fried skate wing with wilted spinach, capers and parsley noisette. Beef from Smithfield Market is cooked simply on the grill and served with triple-cooked chips.