The Drapers Arms

In both Jackie and Fiona Stapley's top London picks, the Drapers Arms is a stylish Georgian townhouse on a quiet Islington street. The hearty-but-elegant dishes include cullen skink, haggis fritters and quail with red cabbage and prunes. Real ale and cider drinkers are well provided for.

Where 44 Barnsbury Street, London, N1 1ER (020-7619 0348; www.thedrapersarms.com)