L'Auberge

This gem of a French restaurant, tucked quietly away in SW15 since 2002, is known first and foremost for its desserts - not least a crème brûlée that ranks among London's best. Starters and mains span a range of competetently prepared classics, most notably a tender entrecôte au poivre vert and an enjoyably flavoured and textured cassolette d'escargots à la forestière. Service is second to none.