Though this peppy family-friendly chain is almost as much a part of London’s landscape as a shiny black cab, it has also started to colonise the UK’s tourist trail. Situated on Orange Grove with views of Bath Abbey, this branch is housed in what was the iconic Empire Hotel – a landmark Grade II-listed edifice dating from 1901. Food-wise, Garfunkel’s is synonymous with its salad bar (yes, there is an all-you-can-eat option), but there’s plenty more to consider on a huge all-day offering that covers everything from English breakfasts and American pancakes to £7.95 lunches and unreconstructed classics such as prawn cocktail, loaded potato skins, scampi, nachos, burgers and New York cheesecake. Over-ordering is all too easy, but a little restraint and an eye on the special deals should keep spending in check.