Busy, Italian, and boasting a splendid garden with fish pond, Caffe Al Fresco is an authentic slice of Italian life, infused with a hearty British spirit and plonked in the middle of East Sheen in London. Owned by a friendly Italian family that boasts years of experience delivering unrivalled hospitality, service and delicious Italian food, this is a perfect spot for a quick coffee, a light bite or something a little more substantial.

Homely yet modern interiors await inside Caffe Al Fresco, although the delicious aroma of freshly-filtered coffee is likely to have already taken over your senses by then, as your nose leads the way. A friendly staff serves some wonderful patisseries, pasta dishes, pizzas and paninis, while the coffee, wine and superb beers are most definitely not to be missed; nor is the melt-in-the-mouth Italian ice cream.

Although some way out of the main tourist areas for visitors to really discover, if you happen to be in the area (or a local yet to discover its delights), then you should most definitely pay Caffe Al Fresco a visit: to sample its coffees and fresh dishes; to enjoy its al fresco seating; and to receive friendly service and hospitality throughout the day.