Dauns

You're walking down Wentworth Street in Spitalfields, past the vintage shops and independent boutiques, when you spot Dauns tucked away with its understated frontage. Inside, it's got that relaxed neighbourhood feel—stripped-back decor, natural light, the kind of place where regulars actually know the staff. What gets you is the cooking: these aren't vegan versions of things you'd rather eat elsewhere. Instead, there's proper technique, bold flavours, and ingredients treated with real respect. Whether it's a starter or mains, everything arrives like someone actually cared about what you're eating. It's the sort of spot that makes you forget you're being virtuous.