Text by Nisha Paul

THE GUN
This is a riverside gastro pub that dates back to the 18th century and is situated on the banks of the river Thames, in the Docklands directly across the Millennium Dome. It boasts period fireplaces, two private dining rooms and a fabulous terrace that easily seats 50 people. Scott Wade (previously at the posh Mayfair restaurant, Mirabelle) runs the kitchen, exercising his talent for cooking fresh fish from Billingsgate Market. Weekends are stylishly replete with brunches, roasts and barbecues and it's one of the few places in London where you can have barbecued lobster and steak together. There is also the occasional Jazz at the weekends in the summer. Must try: the Carpaccio of turbot with summer truffles, followed by the roasted John Dory fish served with rosti potatoes, peas, bacon and pan fried foie gras. And to complete the meal, finish up with their organic Neal's yard traditional British Isle cheese plate with quince jelly.
At: 27 Coldharbour, Docklands, London E149NS.
Call: 0870 7803391.