At Bistro Weigela you get a glimpse of what is on offer even before you step in. The boards outside on Arwenack Street list the day's specials and who will not be intrigued at the mention of Cornish teacakes, goulash soup or German style cucumber salad with sour cream?

The evening menu is devoted to bistro delights such as calamari, tomato and mozzarella cheese and Ardennes pâté with toast, followed by salmon, sweet potato and coriander fish cakes, and grilled butterfly chicken breast. Fondues are arguably the best of the bunch, so choose between cheese simple, Swiss, chicken and broth or meat mix for two to share. 'On Stones' section merits attention as well, with sirloin or fillet of beef and tuna, salmon and swordfish served with salad, potato wedges, dips and herbs.

The day menu at Bistro Weighla wears the European tag with dishes like strammer Max, Weiner schnitzel and Bavarian bretzel.