Cecconi's

Discovered by David (or the Dukes Hotel concierge!) a couple of visits ago, this is a lively lunch spot. I've written about it before but it warrants another mention.

It's a classic dining experience from checking your coat at the door to the waiters in white jackets. It feels a bit like an Italian or American film scene from the '50s, and a bit showy. 

The Italian food is good. I had pappardelle with oxtail and a bloody mary yesterday (having been at Jaimee's Xmas party til 4am the night before!). David religiously orders the veal cannelloni. I think they're missing a classic lasagne from the menu though. 

Absorbing the buzzing atmosphere and people watching from the seat at the bar is the best part about the place.