"Gordon’s is London’s oldest wine bar and conveniently, it’s also at the top of our list for Restaurants That Are Perfect For Espionage Fantasies. Open since 1890, this subterranean spot by Embankment station is covered in historical newspaper clippings and has the general aura of the world’s most romantic bunker. It’s ideal for sipping excellent wine with someone you desperately fancy, or for finding a corner to cosy up in while you nibble breadsticks and stew on the fact that no one liked your Twitter post. Either way, get involved in the vast cheese offering and enjoy how exceptional your skin looks in candlelight. " - rianne shlebak, jake missing, heidi lauth beasley