Caravan Fitzrovia

In the heart of Fitzrovia, Caravan Fitzrovia sets an all-day rhythm in the former BBC Radio 1 headquarters. Its warehouse-style rooms are bright and spacious, threaded with cosy corners, making it as welcoming for relaxed breakfasts as for post-work suppers. The crowd skews local and professional, the service easy-going, the atmosphere lively without losing its poise.

The menu is well travelled, with influences from the Middle East, Asia and Europe expressed in clean, confident flavours. Garam masala sesame labneh with spiced chickpeas nods eastward; burrata and chargrilled courgette bring a sunlit softness. Larger plates range from a chargrilled lamb chop with new potatoes and salsa verde to roasted cod lifted by sweet potato and pickled ginger. Sourdough pizzas, grains and bowls, and nibbles like Marcona almonds or prawn crackers keep options wide.

Coffee matters here. Filters spotlight the Vista blend, exclusively sourced from women-led farms, while a house espresso is blended to shine alone or with milk. To close, tiramisu layered with mascarpone and chocolate mousse or a simple slice of chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream hit a soothing note.

From outdoor seating to semi-private spaces and the characterful Record Room for private dining, there is a spot for every occasion. Worth booking, then: guests settle in and let the kitchen do the travelling, savouring the ride.