1. Brawn
Shoreditch
When Brawn reopened, for a moment if felt like restaurants had officially returned for the summer. This modern, understated Hackney bistro particularly shines during warm weather, and there are few greater pleasures than crudo and pasta in its light-flooded dining room. Dishes are impeccably balanced, and natural wines and aperitifs essential; the tiramisu and panna cotta are also absurdly good.
Dining status: Open for dine in, takeaway and delivery; call 0207 729 5692.