"Rita's is a taste of Americana in the heart of Soho where mini martinis and chilli water-laden jalapeño gildas are served all summer long. Inside, it’s all candlelight and an excellent playlist, but it can get pretty crowded. Which is where the backyard garden comes in. It’s simple—essentially a brick courtyard with whitewashed walls—but that’s all part of the charm. Keep an eye on their social media for details about when you can book." - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, rianne shlebak, sinead cranna