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Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant ambiance - Ayllu, London,

Ayllu

4.1
4.1
711 Reviews
£25 and under
Japanese

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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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Dining areas

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
  • Website
    https://ayllu.co.uk/?utm_source=Opentable&utm_medium=contact_click&utm_campaign=profile
  • 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
  • Location
    25 Sheldon Square, London, W2 6EY
  • 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

  • Christmas Day Menu £75.00 per person

    £75.00 per person

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas Day with us and relish our £75pp multiple-course tasting menu. Please note that this is the exclusive menu for the day. For children's options and to view the menu, kindly contact reservations@ayllu.co.uk
    Christmas Day Menu £75.00 per person photo

  • NYE Masquerade Ball: 7pm -9:30pm Early Bird £120pp

    £60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Get ready to dress to impress and don your favourite mask as we bring a night of glamour, flavour, and magic. £120pp includes a sensational 8-course tasting menu paired with a glass of bubbles on arrival and a night filled with musicians, a DJ, and surprises galore. Explore a delectable fusion of flavours, from Sushi to Ceviche, and much more. Secure your spot with a £60pp deposit. Cancellation policy until 5pm London time, Friday, December 20, 2024. The refund will not be provided after this date. Please note that drinks and service charge are not included in the ticket price. The ticket includes entry to an after-party area.
    NYE Masquerade Ball: 7pm -9:30pm Early Bird £120pp photo

  • NYE Masquerade Ball: 7-9:30pm Final Release £150pp

    £75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Get ready to dress to impress and don your favourite mask as we bring a night of glamour, flavour, and magic. £120pp includes a sensational 8-course tasting menu paired with a glass of bubbles on arrival and a night filled with musicians, a DJ, and surprises galore. Explore a delectable fusion of flavours, from Sushi to Ceviche, and much more. Secure your spot with a £75pp deposit. Cancellation policy until 5pm London time, Friday, December 20, 2024. The refund will not be provided after this date. Please note that drinks and service charge are not included in the ticket price. The ticket includes entry to an after-party area.
    NYE Masquerade Ball: 7-9:30pm Final Release £150pp photo

Menu

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What 711 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • West London

    Innovative

  • West London

    Hot spot

  • West London

    Lively

  • West London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ayllu offers a vibrant dining experience in Paddington, blending Japanese and Peruvian cuisines. Known for "amazing sushi" and a lively atmosphere featuring DJs and dancers, it's perfect for celebrations. While the service can be slow, the "fantastic food" and friendly staff like Morella and Azamat make it worth visiting.

711 Reviews

  1. Ravi

    VIP

    Buckinghamshire

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Returning customer. Went for the Xmas tasting menu. Staff very pleasant but kitchen under pressure as responsible for Smiths Grill as well. Food was not great. Miso cod not true to black cod recipe or taste. Turkey done well but trimmings felt done on a budget. Sprouts supplied without wild rice. We asked for roast potatoes as a substitute .. arrived when mean finished and charged an extra £8. An experience best forgotten.

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  2. SEBASTIEN

    France

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service trop rapide le jour de Noël, assiettes débarrassées alors que les convives n’ont pas tous terminé leurs plats. Entrées très bonnes mais les plats principaux étaient secs et fades.

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  3. Chris

    VIP

    London

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time we tried Japanese food. We went without expectations and now I know that I will not stop discovering this wonder. They recommended us without having a clue and they hit the nail on the head, yes, they recommended the most tasty dishes haha but it was honestly the best. The best are the nigiris with a special recommendation from the waiter, a success without a doubt. In short I will repeat for sure. PS: there was no time for the photo :p

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  4. Aurelien

    VIP

    London

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Magnificent restaurant in the center of London. High quality sushi with very attractive and varied options from Peru’.. The workers are very attentive and friendly. We will repeat very soon.

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  5. Nicole

    VIP

    London

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Leaving a performance at the Theater in Paddington, with many venues with the kitchen closed or the sign full, we booked in and thanks to the Ayllu team in which Morella acted in an efficient, friendly and facilitating version, he surprised us with a wonderful dinner . Very nice place, food that you have to try. Great and thank you very much.

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  6. George

    VIP

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They treated us wonderfully, the dedication of all the staff, the quality and taste of the dishes pleased us very much, especially the sushi rolls, great flavors and freshness. We will repeat for sure.

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  7. Vee

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was outstanding. The food was filling and portion sizes more than enough. A good evening for us.

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  8. Daniela

    London

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I had anticipated this to be a lovely experience but I found the staff extremely rude. I also felt I was pushed to make my food and drink choices quickly and overal didn’t enjoy that was constantly asked questions on my next order and also unfinished food taken away. I will not go there again. Food was lovely albeit on the expensive side.

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  9. Silvia

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extremely happy. The place looks lovely. Great service, fantastic food. We’ll definitely go back!

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  10. JASMINE

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10, the service was excellent (Thanks to Azamat), as was the food and presentation. Furthermore, since I went with my wife and kids, everybody was happy with their choices, I had also the tuna tacos which was really good, try the Tiraditos which is a Peruvian crude dish, the salmon tatami was phenomenal. This is certainly one of the best restaurant with Peruvian cuisine in London.

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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 4.1 stars by 711 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • Website
    https://ayllu.co.uk/?utm_source=Opentable&utm_medium=contact_click&utm_campaign=profile
  • 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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