With all its art deco flourishes and distinctively French glamour, Zédel is a restaurant that still delivers a certain expectant excitement as you descend the stairs towards the grand basement brasserie. Expect a roll-call of classic French dishes on the extensive menu, from snails to coq au vin, duck confit to profiteroles. It’s a permanently bustling place with live music and plenty of atmosphere, plus both a cocktail bar and cabaret venue attached.