Alfie's Kitchen in the Bermondsey Square Hotel is a great new addition to the culinary scene, bringing fresh English dishes for the discerning foodie. Proximity to Borough Market means that the chefs can scour for the best, local ingredients that go into making some of their delicious fare and the open plan kitchen is modern and pleasing. Inside, the décor is elegant and in keeping with the swanky environs of the boutique hotel, while the terrace garden offers charming views and is perfect for al fresco dining.

The food is an excellent compilation of home cooked delights where starters could invariably be smoked eel with salad of new potatoes, horseradish and parsley oil, followed by a rump steak with root vegetables and tarragon butter. End with an egg custard tart and honey ice cream and choose something from the superb wine list to complement your meal. Alfie's also has a wine shop and a delicatessen, so you can take home some of their top quality products.