Balls Brothers on Lime Street is the preferred haunt of insurance brokers and underwriters, but that's not to say that others are not welcomed there. Far from it, this inviting restaurant headed by the renowned wine group of the same name, has a prime location and offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere to anyone in need of sustenance, be it through food or drink. Lunchtimes are a bit crowded, testimony to their delicious traditional British fare served in a pleasing environment.

The menu might offer starters of smoked mackerel pâte, apple and watercress salad with horseradish cream followed by a main course of mustard and pepper crusted pork fillet with cider apple sauce. Other tempting options could include a grilled sea bass with shallot confit or lamb rump with broad bean and minted pea salsa. Amongst desserts, look for the chocolate tart with a refreshing mint ice cream or maybe something from the British cheeses available. The wine list at Balls Brothers is extensive, with numerous Old World favourites alongside some New World staples.