This brasserie in the renovated art deco ballroom of a former hotel is the Frenchest eatery west of Calais. Favourites include (sauerkraut with sausages and charcuterie; £15.50) or a straight-up (chopped steak) with pepper sauce and (£9.75). Set menus (£9.95/13.25 for two/three courses) and plats du jour (£15.75) offer excellent value in a terrific setting. Also here, the is a classic art deco spot for a pre-dinner cocktail (from £12.25).