Wright Brothers

It’s cosy, bustling, friendly & everyone’s welcome – ‘just don’t be late,' advises a fan of this fab little hideaway in pole position across the way from Borough Market (great for people watching). Saturday lunchtimes can get hectic when the market’s in full swing & it can feel cramped when the place is packed, which it usually is – but that’s part of the charm. This is ‘one of the best venues in town for the freshest oysters’ – order a dozen washed down with a crisp white from the mostly French list. You’ll also find ‘utterly delicious’ potted prawns, beef & Guinness pie (with oysters, of course), daily specials & dishes such as devilled whitebait with tartare sauce or fresh-from-the-sea dressed crab, all chalked up on boards that line the walls behind the open kitchen. Booking recommended – especially at weekends.