Jackson & Rye

Situated in the former Bank of Korea building on Old Jewry, this faithful homage to upscale US brasseries looks just right with its uplit bar, American curios, artworks, close-set tables and scribbled blackboard menus. Diner-style breakfasts (including buttermilk pancakes with bacon and maple syrup) and plenty of brunch-style egg dishes give way to popcorn chicken, brisket croquettes, well-hung steaks, burgers and a smattering of European brasserie dishes such as breaded veal escalope with a fried egg and truffle dressing or ricotta and spinach tortellini with courgettes and chilli. Signature cocktails are the drinks of choice for thirsty City punters.