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Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant ambiance - Ayllu, London,

Ayllu

4.3
4.3
772 Reviews
£25 and under
Japanese

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Escape the chaos of city life and enter a social haven of comfort and warmth in the heart of Paddington, Central London. With rich, dark green walls, elaborate décor and plush banquette seating, Ayllu is a Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant serving contemporary sharing plates, sushi and innovative cocktails.

The cosy restaurant is built around the traditions of the Ayllu community of the Inca Empire. The Ayllu was a group of families that lived together, worked the land together and shared their belongings and mealtimes, just like a large family. Much like the Incan civilisation, Ayllu is about the coming together of friends and families and taking time to share an experience of great food and innovative cocktails with loved ones.

Drawing on the inspiration of the Ayllu community, the menu consists of innovative small plates, designed for the whole table to share. Traditional Peruvian flavours are paired with Japanese influences, bringing fresh and zesty aromas to each dish.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Peruvian, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 8054 0385
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    David Reyes
  • Private party facilities
    Ayllu is your hidden gem for extraordinary private dining and events. Located just moments away from Paddington and Maida Vale, our venue combines the rich tapestry of the neighbourhood with modern elegance, creating the perfect backdrop for your gatherings.
  • Private party contact
    Oksana Sviridova: 020 8054 0385
  • Neighbourhood
    Paddington
  • Cross Street
    Smiths Bar and Grill
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Paddington Railway Station, Heathrow Express direct to Heathrow Airport, Paddington Tube station, Warwick Avenue Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Romantic 9-Course Menu with Bubbles & Live Music

    £80.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
    Enjoy an intimate evening with our 9-course sharing tasting menu, paired with a glass of bubbles, for £80pp. Live music sets the mood for a romantic night, enhanced by thoughtful touches such as Polaroid picture for keepsake and much more, to make your experience truly memorable. Add a personal touch with a special message on your dessert—something simple like “I love you.” Email us at reservations@ayllu.co.uk by February 12th, 2025, to include your personalised note on the dessert plate.
    Romantic 9-Course Menu with Bubbles & Live Music photo
  • Business Lunch Set Menu: 6 courses for £29

    £29.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Ayllu's Business Lunch Set Menus offer a delicious six-course dining experience, available Monday to Friday from 12 pm to 4 pm for just £29. Featuring a fusion of Peruvian and Japanese flavours, guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, including edamame, miso soup, and a choice of mains such as Lomo Saltado or Salmon Cazuela. There’s also a vegetarian menu with options like Mushroom Saltado or Udon Noodles. Each meal concludes with a choice of indulgent desserts, making it the perfect mid-day escape, from busy London, for a flavourful and satisfying lunch.
    Business Lunch Set Menu: 6 courses for £29 photo
  • Tasting Lima Menu, £39pp

    £39.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The tasting menu is an exploration of the very best flavours of Peru and Japan, taking you on a culinary journey. Sharing Tasting Menu includes: - Edamame - Lubina Clasica Ceviche - Beef croquettes - Avocado tacos - Uramaki salmon - Lomo saltado - Pollo a la brasa - Dessert
    Tasting Lima Menu, £39pp photo

What 772 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • West London

    Innovative

  • West London

    Hot spot

  • West London

    Romantic

  • West London

    Lively

  • West London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ayllu in Central London offers a delightful Japanese-Peruvian fusion dining experience with "fantastic food," "perfect service," and "incredible sushi." Guests rave about the "amazing ceviche" and "creative dishes." The ambiance is warm and inviting, complemented by attentive staff like Morella and Azamat. A must-visit for a memorable meal!
772 Reviews
  1. ALFREDO

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to this restaurant recommended by a friend un and loved it. Quality food at reasonable prices, spectacular ceviche, tuna uramaki would fall apart in the mouth, we also ordered a tiratidos which is typical Peruvian dish that was amazing. Every time we ordered a dish you wanted to repeat, everything super elaborate and with quality raw material. The manager who was the one who super friendly and Pro, is a great business. We will repeat without a doubt, it is the best thing in Central London.

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  2. Chris

    VIP

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely the best Peruvian restaurant I've ever had. We let ourselves be recommended and each dish surprised us, the perfect proportions of the dressings while still highlighting the main product. Our favorite was for sure the ceviches, what a find!!!! You can't leave without also trying their cocktails.

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  3. Andrea

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely recommended! Insanely good food. Nice card and nice for sharing dinner! Make a reservation in advance, then you are guaranteed for a wonderful evening!

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  4. Nicole

    VIP

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    At a dinner with friends we received a super-amble and excellent cuisine. Japanese and Peruvian food, very careful and high quality. The best is to go with the sushi platters, great flavours and very good value. Definitely will be back soon.

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  5. George

    VIP

    London

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were looking for a Peruvian japanese restaurant in London and found Ayllu, VERY IMPRESSIVE.we loved everything .food with irresistible flavours and perfect attention. It is a great restaurant, never experience anything as special as this. Quality price good.we will return

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  6. Aurelien

    VIP

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic flavors, good quality, pleasant atmosphere and excellent service. The squid tempura is a must. I'd come back again and again 100% Recommended.

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  7. Mary jude

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Me & my friends enjoyed having the tasting menu and honestly super filling indeed. Love the cuisine fusion and their mocktails. The ambiance is so perfect for conversations too. Must try indeed
    AylluResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Mary Jude, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends enjoyed our tasting menu and found it filling. It’s great to know you loved our fusion cuisine and mocktails—we put a lot of passion into crafting unique flavours! And we totally agree, a great ambiance makes all the difference for memorable conversations. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again soon! Many thanks EM

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  8. FRANCO

    VIP

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This one truly is a remarkable restaurant, we had a mix of dishes of both cuisine and it was more than excellent, especially the bao buns and the ceviches. The service is great and friendly.I did book another dinner next week. Can’t wait!!
    AylluResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Franco, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience and loved the mix of dishes—especially the bao buns and ceviches! It’s also wonderful to know that our friendly service made your visit even better. We can’t wait to welcome you back next week for another amazing dinner! Many thanks EM

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  9. Sidney

    VIP

    London

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice Peruvian restaurant. Have dinner with the family. Super nice service with good advice. Delicious sushi’s but also dishes like squid tempura and polite a la brasa.. Just try it!
    AylluResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Sidney, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had a great dinner with your family and enjoyed both the sushi and other dishes like the squid tempura and pollo a la brasa. It’s fantastic to know that the service and advice helped make your experience even better. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious meal! Many thanks EM

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  10. james

    VIP

    London

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I found the restaurant by chance on pentacle looking for something interesting around Paddington area and had a great surprise. A charming place, an interesting menu and very friendly staff. I had tiraditoss, ceviche and uramakis. All spectacular. An explosion of flavors. You can see the pampering they put on their work. Very good value for money. Recommended 100%.
    AylluResponded 6 days ago
    Dear James, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled that you stumbled upon us and had such a great experience. It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the tiraditos, ceviche, and uramakis – we're so glad the flavors impressed you! We take great pride in what we do, and it’s amazing to know it showed. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable meal! Many thanks EM

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FAQs

Ayllu offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Ayllu also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 8054 0385.

Ayllu is rated 4.3 stars by 772 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

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Google Map for Ayllu

25 Sheldon Square, London, W2 6EY

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Smiths Bar and Grill
  • Neighbourhood
    Paddington
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Peruvian, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Paddington Railway Station, Heathrow Express direct to Heathrow Airport, Paddington Tube station, Warwick Avenue Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Reyes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 8054 0385
  • Private party facilities
    Ayllu is your hidden gem for extraordinary private dining and events. Located just moments away from Paddington and Maida Vale, our venue combines the rich tapestry of the neighbourhood with modern elegance, creating the perfect backdrop for your gatherings.
  • Private party contact
    Oksana Sviridova: 020 8054 0385
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