Istanbul Cafe & Bistro

You're in Fitzrovia, that slightly understated bit north of Oxford Street where locals actually eat. Istanbul Cafe & Bistro sits close to the tube and fills with a mix of office workers, students and people who genuinely know their food. It's stripped-back in the best way—no fuss, no Instagram angles, just Turkish food done properly. The meze spread hits different, and they'll sort you with proper Turkish coffee that's actually strong enough to taste like something.