The restaurant is run by Michelin starred chef Tom Aikens. An outdoor terrace has a great view straight across the Thames to the National Theatre, and behind is the sandstone  Neoclassical square of Somerset House.

The lunch and dinner menu features dishes such as Fennel & Juniper Marinated Salmon with smoked potatoes, pickled shallot and, sour cream (£9.00), Spicy Crab Cake, cucumber & chilli salsa (£11.00), Hand Dived Scallops with caper puree, charred cauliflower, raisin vinaigrette (£16.00) or truffled macaroni & cheese (£13.99), in addition to a mouthwatering dessert list.

The brunch menu is a pleasure to read: Eggs Benedict / Florentine (Eggs Benedict / Florentine Eggs Royale), Eggs Royale (£11.00), Brioche French Toast with caramelised apples, cinnamon cream (£9.00), Beer Battered Fish & Chips with crushed peas, tartare sauce and lemon (£16.00), Truffle Tagliatelle with field mushrooms, parmesan and basil (£17.00), or the roast of the day (£19.00).

The full-length wine and cocktail lists have something for any meal at any time, in any mood.

There’s a pre-theatre menu available for £22 (2 courses) or £25.50 ( 3 courses).

Tom’s Kitchen

Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA