With enormous bay windows that stretch to the high ceiling and an airy interior, the restaurant is surprisingly large in size. Tables are set closely together under low-hanging filament lights, and the arrangement generates a lively hum of conversation.

The seasonal à la carte menu acknowledges what the brothers describe as their ‘Indo-Iraqi Jewish’ heritage, threaded through Italian and French cuisine. The dishes are every bit as diverse as that implies. To start, you might find artichokes, halloumi, sesame-coated smoked tofu and a mezzo platter. The mains, to name a few: wild mushroom risotto cake, Malaysian curry and aubergine schnitzel. Make the most of the chunky polenta chips and other sides, and try a dessert if you can – they’re pretty special. There’s sticky toffee pudding, strawberry eaton mess, raw basil strawberry tart and more.

Alongside the à la carte menu, there are lunch options that celebrate Spanish and Arabic tastes, Sunday roasts and a children’s menu. Keep an eye out for special seasonal menus dedicated to a particular theme, such as The Gate’s annual wild mushroom festival.

There’s a good range of organic and vegan wines available, and a full cocktail menu.

On a typical weeknight, there’s rarely an empty table at The Gate. Book ahead to miss the waiting list and guarantee yourself a table at what is deservedly one of London’s most popular vegetarian restaurants.