A tranquil retreat in the centre of the City, La Grande Marque nestles in the leafy surroundings of the historic Middle Temple, one of London's Inns of Court. The clubby, traditional décor inside reflects the restaurant's setting on the ground floor of the Library Building, with heavy gilt-framed oil paintings and rich burgundy tones. Food is modern brasserie, with well-executed classics such as Cumberland sausage and mash accompanied by picnic hampers for dining in the attractive gardens outside.