It’s pretty much impossible not to be charmed by Minnow, a laid-back spot overlooking Clapham Common. If you sit on the pavement terrace, there are chic blankets for chilly days or evenings, and inside it’s all wicker chairs, foliage winding up the walls, and vintage glass bottles with tasteful sprigs on each table. The perfect backdrop for a mid-morning catch-up over eggs, or a cosy date night over dependable European dishes like bavette or crispy pan-fried fish. For a more intimate situation, book the exposed brick alcove at the back or the small, moody booth downstairs.