Coq d’Argent

1 Poultry, London

Thrilling views from a formal garden, rooftop cloisters and a sunny terrace makes for acres of alfresco at this City hotspot, which doesn’t rest on its lofty laurels. Effortless service and a hefty wine and spirits list back up assured cooking from Damien Rigollet. Poached hen’s egg oozes perfectly over crispy Bayonne ham and crunchy asparagus, to start; then a richly smoked salmon sits on a green froth of pearl barley, wasabi and broad bean. Premium sharing steaks and rack of lamb tick the meaty boxes; cheeses, chocolates and crumbles come matched by digestifs. Weekend brunches are super-chilled. JW. 020 7395 5000.