Minnow

"It’s pretty much impossible not to be charmed by Minnow, a laid-back spot overlooking Clapham Common. If you sit on the pavement terrace, there are chic blankets for chilly days or evenings, and inside it’s all wicker chairs, foliage winding up the walls, and vintage glass bottles with tasteful sprigs on each table. The perfect backdrop for a mid-morning catch-up over eggs or a cosy date night over dependable European dishes like bavette or crispy pan-fried fish." - heidi lauth beasley, rianne shlebak, jake missing, daisy meager, sinead cranna

"As cute little neighbourhood spots go, Minnow is definitely up there. This all-day place overlooks Clapham Common and has a small patio out back, complete with fairy lights, fresh flowers, and the kind of pastel colour scheme that makes eating brunch here feel like you live in Edward Scissorhands’ neighbourhood. It’s also worth knowing there’s a cool, old-school bar downstairs, so your date, and your affair with the courgette gnocchi, doesn’t have to be cut short if the rain starts. " - heidi lauth beasley, rianne shlebak

"It’s pretty much impossible not to be charmed by Minnow, a laid-back spot overlooking Clapham Common. If you sit on the pavement terrace, there are chic blankets for chilly days or evenings, and inside it’s all wicker chairs, foliage winding up the walls, and vintage glass bottles with tasteful sprigs on each table. The perfect backdrop for a mid-morning catch-up over eggs, or a cosy date night over dependable European dishes like bavette or crispy pan-fried fish. For a more intimate situation, book the exposed brick alcove at the back or the small, moody booth downstairs." - Daisy Meager

"Minnow is an intimate, airy place full of butter and Instagram-perfect corners. The menu is affordable and pared-down, seemingly to focus on doing a few things skilfully. It’s tough to choose from a trio of croquettes to begin and starters including a fine moules marinière; Main courses, meanwhile, are suitably more robust — a braised ox cheek stew and an aubergine parmigiana with sourdough soldiers winning locals’ affections. Indoor dining only, but a private covered terrace can be hired; a late night supper menu is a winning newish arrival." - Josh Barrie

"Since it opened in 2017 this neighbourhood restaurant has been quietly going about its business, serving stylish but substantial plates (homemade fettuccine, asparagus and pesto; poached pear with ganache) in a room that’s more than a touch #AccidentallyWesAnderson. The truffle chips lend themselves to a bit of knowing finger-licking, while the mid-century jazz and blues playlist is spot on." - Emma Hughes, James Hansen