If decamping to the countryside is impossible, a trip to one of Vogue’s favourite London restaurants with a garden is the next best option, from the River Café’s Thameside terrace to Petersham Nurseries’ Richmond oasis.

Chiltern Firehouse

Five years after its buzzy opening, Marylebone’s Chiltern Firehouse is still one of the best spots for people-watching in London. Nab a seat on the outdoor terrace and while away an afternoon over a glass of Sancerre and a plate of chilled oysters.

Petersham Nurseries

Petersham Nurseries may have launched a beautiful outpost in Covent Garden — but it’s still hard to beat its original site in Richmond when it comes to al fresco dining. The earth floors and geranium-filled urns complement the seasonal Italian dishes perfectly.

The Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings

The Garden Room at the Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings in Clerkenwell is full of greenery and natural light. Try the popular weekend brunch for bottomless Bloody Marys, eggs benedict, and a healthy dose of vitamin D.

The Ivy Chelsea Garden

Housed in a grade II-listed building, The Ivy Chelsea Garden on King’s Road has both a terrace and an orangery. The menu includes classics like whole Dover sole and rack of lamb, but it’s the gorgeous roses and wisteria that monopolise the table conversation.

The Restaurant Terrace at The Ritz

The Ritz conjures up images of glittering chandeliers and marble columns — but the terrace at the legendary hotel is a more relaxed affair, with striped awnings and potted flowers. Go for the staggering views of Green Park as much as Michelin-starred chef John Williams’s classic dishes.

Blixen

European brasserie Blixen is an oasis on the edge of Old Spitalfields Market. Reserve a seat in the conservatory, featuring cacti and tropical palms from east London florists Grace & Thorn, and order a range of sharing plates from the modern European menu.

The River Café

A visit to the River Café is always a treat — but dinner on the patio during the warmer months is particularly special. Linger over antipasti and mains prepared with the freshest of summer produce while enjoying Thameside views.