Salotto 31, 31 Lovat Lane, Monument: an Italian restaurant, pizzeria, wine bar and sports bar in the heart of the City. Head chef Ariel Pregot's Venetian-inspired menu — homemade pasta such as bigoli alla busara and crab spaghettino, Scottish scallops, Dover sole alla mugnaia, veal Milanese — plus pizzas, an Italian wine list and private dining for corporate hosting. Open Mon–Fri 9.30am–10.30pm, bar until 2am; closed weekends.