Tucked away behind Charing Cross Hospital, The Pear Tree is housed in one of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to the eighteenth century. A traditional, cosy, oak beamed interior offers an open brick fireplace, pleasing floral wallpaper and carpeted flooring that complements the rustic wood furniture. Strategically placed table lamps and hanging lights that highlight the décor are other features that are hard to miss. The Pear Tree gives you two choices - you could either relax in comfort by the fire with a drink in your hand or enjoy a hearty meal in the main dining area.

Without any outlandish pretensions, a menu based on honest British culinary ideas with some Continental touches is to hand and you could expect the likes of Portobello mushroom bruschetta, chicken and leek pie champ and rib eye steak with pan fried gnocchi and artichoke puree. Think orange pannacotta or a classic sticky toffee pudding to close.