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Not too often you see restaurateurs delve into history and attempt to recreate the magic of the culinary past but The Blind Tiger, in Wandsworth, has done exactly that with its brilliant recreation of drink recipes of a bygone era, in this instance the ?roaring? 20s. With plush sofas, candle lights and gleaming cutlery, the interior is a model of sophistication and elegance, and rich soundtrack and art-deco feel enable diners to indulge themselves in opulent, decadent surroundings.

The menu is predominately British but international influences can also be detected with dishes like potted crayfish served with home baked toast, pickled fennel and cucumber, and mini falafel in flatbread with harissa, salad and a cashew vinaigrette. Move on to a vibrant array of main courses such as pan fried red mullet fillets with confit fennel, watercress, mint and orange salad or pork loin wrapped in pancetta. There is a martini and tea party menu available on Sundays.

The drink list includes a selection of beer and wines but it is their classic cocktails that catch the eye with recipes from the post prohibition era as well as some of the bartender?s original creations.

Lyonnais opened in 1986, since when it has been joined by Le Bouchon Borderlaise, jointly making a sound contribution to those in London who like their food and drink to have more than a smattering of France about it. Nor does it stop there, with the décor reflecting a good Gallic influence as well.

Start with traditional fish soup with saffron scented garlic mayonnaise, a good fleshy broth of the sea, twelve snails cooked in garlic and parsley butter, a ballotine de Foie Gras maison served with honey and muscat jelly and toasted farmhouse bread, or six fine Claire oysters with Tabasco and shallot vinegar.

There is always a good selection of fish, perhaps poached monkfish in red wine, crispy bacon, with a beurre blanc surround, before moving on to duck leg and pork belly, cooked slowly in duck fat, with white beans in a tomato, onion and garlic ragout. For those with ample appetites the tournedos Rossini await, accompanied by a rich truffle sauce, or Chateaubriand for two, the great classic dish with French fries, salad and a choice of Bearnaise or green pepper sauce.

A cellar of truly heroic proportion and content awaits the connoisseur, indeed it is worth booking a table just to indulge in the odd bottle or three, perhaps backing this up with some modest contributions from the attractive bar menu.

Few curry houses acknowledge the fact that Indian or Pakistani food can be kept simple and tasty without an overwhelming use of spices, and Mirch Masala capitalises on this at all their restaurants spread across the UK. Their cuisine is full of flavour and presents an exciting combination of fresh ingredients that never fails to inspire. Numerous awards and accolades have come their way, firmly establishing them as one of the finest Indian restaurants in the UK.

Their menu offers starters of fish tikka, boneless and tender chunks of fish marinated in spices and cooked in a tandoor, followed by numerous karahi dishes featuring either chicken or mince or prawns to name only a few. They also have some excellent grills and their rice dishes such as biryani are hot favourites. Indulge in the kheer, sweet rice pudding, and sip on mango lassi, a chilled yoghurt drink to keep your cool. Do note that Mirch Masala is BYOB and they serve only halal meat

Located alongside Wandsworth Bridge, and just a short walk from Wandsworth Town Rail Station, The Waterfront is a stylish bar and restaurant with wonderful views of the River Thames. Part of the vibrant Battersea Reach development, the team behind The Waterfront attract a varied crowd of locals, office workers and tourists with their  amazing array of British and European food and drink.

The kitchen team provides a range of modern international cuisine made with carefully sourced fresh ingredients, with dishes of spicy crispy squid with roasted garlic mayonnaise sitting comfortably alongside a warm asparagus salad topped with herb breadcrumbs and a poached egg. Familiar classics like an 8oz Exmoor 21 day aged beef burger, and Young's own award winning steak and ale pie have a vibrant, fresh appeal. It might also be hard to ignore the wonderful range of salads, sandwiches, steaks and platters to share, and a good deal of attention is paid to the traditional Sunday lunch.

The drinks list at The Waterfront offers a commendable range of cocktails, beers and wines alongside a selection of bar snacks and chef's specialities of the day.

Spacious and well laid out to cater for a whole host of occasions, The Common Room in High Street, Wimbledon Village is ideal for morning coffee, informal lunches and more upbeat and lively evenings. Guests can dine from a modern British menu. A giant plasma screen entertains sports enthusiasts.

Food during the day and early evening is simple and typically English with a modern twist. This includes crispy coated brie wedges, spicy chicken wings, calamari rings, nachos and lamb kofta. Sandwiches with fillings of caramelised onion, mustard, tomato chilli relish, grilled chicken breast, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, sausages and mustard mayo offer more substance as well as sharing platters, burgers and salads. Mains options include homemade steak and Guinness pie, white mushroom risotto, sausage and mash, beer battered fish and chips and rib-eye steak. A globally inspired collection has it all covered for the connoisseur whether it's vintage champagne, Chablis or a Cabernet.