A long established neighbourhood brasserie, The Depot enjoys a just about perfect location near the centre of beautiful Barnes. Nestling in the Tideway Yard, a renovated Victorian cobbled courtyard, it forms part of an award-winning Victorian conversion with a secluded south-facing entrance patio - a deeply desirable fume-free alternative to the high street. Those prone to waves of nostalgia (and relaxation for that matter) will love its highly polished parquet flooring and worn out wood furniture. High ceilings and exposed brick arches link three main dining areas, while a conservatory runs the length of the room framing the magnificent views of the Thames. Best book the much-coveted patio or river view tables, where sunny lunches often lead the type of sunsets that make you glad to be alive. An essential part of the exquisite experience, of course, is the food. May we recommend sweet figs stuffed with Gorgonzola, wrapped with smoked pancetta to start, and bacon-wrapped monkfish, cannelini bean stew with sun-dried tomato ravioli as main course.