During its time, this whitewashed, three-storey building has fulfilled many functions, not least as a smugglers' rendezvous – secret tunnel and all. The roof timbers are spars from a wreck (hence the name), while nautical artefacts recall its time...

The refurbished Tabb's occupies a white corner building that looks for all the world like a private dwelling. The kitchen's a busy place, producing everything in-house. Pigeon breast, soft-boiled egg, black pasta and sun-dried tomato dressing could...

Mannings is a classic-looking, solid-stone building – Grade II listed no less – but within it is all slick modernity and contemporary attitude. The restaurant has its own entrance, and an interior design spec that includes moody black-and-white...

Tucked away down a quiet street just off the city centre, the open kitchen feeds into a lively buzz in this smart modern brasserie, with unclothed tables, exposed brickwork and high ceilings adding to the jaunty seaside feel. Seafood is the leading...