Season Kitchen

Season Kitchen is a well-regarded independent restaurant at 53 Stroud Green Road in Finsbury Park, specialising in modern European and seasonal British cooking. Hardens notes it is "conveniently close to Finsbury Park tube and the Picturehouse Cinema and Park Theatre" -- a natural pre- or post-theatre dinner destination. OpenTable diners rate it 4.2 stars for a stylish, comfortable dining room with attentive service. The kitchen is focused on seasonal and well-sourced ingredients, with a regularly changing menu that reflects what's best at the time. The 60-day aged Dexter beef is a highlight and frequently praised by reviewers.

Open Tuesday to Saturday evenings and Sunday lunchtime. Fully licensed with beer and wine. Suitable for special occasions as well as a relaxed neighbourhood dinner. Walking distance from Finsbury Park underground station and Crouch Hill Overground. Booking recommended. Website: seasonkitchen.co.uk.