Brawn
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Beautiful meats and bountiful eats
Tipple of choice: Opened by the same people who run Terriors wine bar in Charing Cross, they're serious about their vino here. Just get the barman started and you'll be lovingly regaled with options.
Word to the wise: Thanks to a huge buzz, it's booked up every night of the week. Reservations are a must.
Bang on the global trend for head-to-toe eating, a section of Brawn's menu is simply entitled 'Pig', and you can sup on every bit of Babe, from cheeks to trotters.
With an emphasis on carefully sourced produce - the provenance of each dish is indicated on the menu - they create something akin to delicious and decently-priced French tapas (but be aware, the bill can quickly mount up).
Columbia Road is normally quiet except for the Sunday morning Flower Market but Brawn, with its hip, vintage vibe and high foodie standards, is drawing in the crowds all week long.