The original Bleeding Heart tavern dates back to 1746, but its modern-day incarnation offers not only an excellent variety of ales on tap but also a good selection of wine—more than 450 are available, many by the glass. The bistro, located around the corner, serves sophisticated French food, and the tavern itself serves good free-range breakfasts, light lunches and more serious dinners. Monday-Friday 11 am-11 pm, closed weekends. Bleeding Heart Yard, 19 Greville St. (Tube station: Farringdon or Chancery Lane), London EC1. Phone 020-7242-8238 or 020-7242-2056. http://www.bleedingheart.co.uk.
