Rivalling Simpson’s for a breakfast to remember, The Wolseley, in Piccadilly offers a similar fine-dining tradition. The English is excellent: they don’t try to over-complicate matters simply opting for the best quality ingredients following a trusted formula.

The building is a former purpose-built showroom for the Wolseley Motor Company, which opened in 1921. Unfortunately, the cars failed to set public interest alight, and the company went into administration within 5 years. The building was bought by Barclays Bank in 1927 and converted to a branch, retaining the interior feature detailing. In 1999 Barclays pulled out and the building remained empty until it was re-opened as The Wolseley in 2003. The driving force behind the restaurant (Corbin and King) had formerly breathed new life into The Caprice, The Ivy and J. Sheekey.

As well as cooked breakfasts, The Wolseley also offers freshly made brioche, danish and croissants - studded with fruits or chocolate, lighter healthy options including Birchermüseli, and historical classics such as Omelette Arnold Bennett or Kedgeree.

It can be difficult to secure a booking, but bear in mind that only some tables are bookable at breakfast. A significant portion are set aside for walk-in customers.

The restaurant is also open for Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner daily.