You'll find Little Red Staircase hidden away, surprisingly enough... at the bottom of a little red staircase below the Viet Gill restaurant in Shoreditch. The dark and sensual decor that permeates the venue's atmosphere is punctured by the aroma of fine Vietnamese flavours, and takes its inspiration from the film In The Mood For Love. Guests can expect to be confronted by a menu full of tantalising Vietnamese street food with particular emphasis placed on sharing, and their signature dishes like crispy rock shrimp, kimchee mayo and grilled pork with lime curry sea salt dip come well equipped with snappy and sharp flavours.

There's a strong list of colonial styled cocktails to match the quality of the food as well, with their innovative mixologists coming up with tipples like Tha Ha Long Shake and Ho Chi Minh Sling. It's clear that a lot of thought and effort has gone in to constructing an authentic Vietnamese atmosphere and this intimate hideout's relaxing ambience and quality cuisine makes it perfect for both after-work drinks and an indulgent meal at dinner time alike.