City FOB

This air-conditioned & peaceful Davy’s is a gem, providing a refuge from the pounding traffic of Lower Thames Street outside. Its burgundy walls & natty black & white tiled floor are a crisp update of the trademark Davy’s look, making this a handsome space in which to open a £23.25 2004 Walpara West New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc or perhaps a 2001 1er cru Meursault Goutte d’Or Bouchard Pere from the fine wines list. But the food is just as tasty with a cheaper bottle: tuck into fresh poached salmon with mixed leaves, cucumber & dill sour cream dressing & hot buttered potatoes. If your appetite is smaller, there are hot & cold sandwiches or sharing platters.