Double Knot - Islington

Head down to Duncan Street in Islington and you'll find Double Knot tucked away serving up the kind of Caribbean food that actually tastes like someone's mum made it. The space has that unpretentious, welcoming vibe—no faffing about with unnecessary decor, just good food and friendly faces. You're looking at properly seasoned jerk chicken, rice and peas that don't taste like an afterthought, and sides that make actual sense. The Instagram following's solid for a reason: this place gets the fundamentals right without trying too hard or charging London prices that make you wince.