Chez Fred

You'll spot the red awning from halfway down Seamoor Road, and once you're inside this compact French bistro, you might forget you're in Westbourne at all. The checkered floors, handwritten specials board, and that particular brand of charming French service transport you straight to a Parisian side street. The kitchen turns out proper bistro classics – think coq au vin that's been simmering for hours, perfectly executed moules marinière, and a cheese board that'll make you weak at the knees. It's the sort of place where regulars have their usual table and the staff remember how you like your steak. Book ahead, especially for weekend dinner service, because word's well and truly out about this one.