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Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant ambiance - Ayllu, London,

Ayllu

4.3
4.3
800 Reviews
£25 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Reyes
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Live DJ Sessions

    Multiple dates available
    Our resident DJ performs fantastic tunes from Thursday to Saturday nights to elevate your dining experience.
    Live DJ Sessions Photo
  • Samba Entertainment & Live DJ Night Sessions

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a night of delicious Nikkei food, fun, dancing, and drinks at Samba Entertainment & Live DJ Night Sessions every Saturday night. Be prepared to dance the night away to the best tunes.
    Samba Entertainment & Live DJ Night Sessions Photo
  • Bento Box Lunch

    £16.00 - £18.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Are you looking for a quick and fuss-free lunch option? Our Bento Boxes are here to satisfy your cravings. Choose from Teriyaki Chicken Robata, Miso Salmon or, if you’re craving for a more traditional Peru take, try our Lomo saltado - stir-fried sirloin. A vegan version of our Bento Box comes with Futomaki Yasai and Quinoa Salad (excludes steamed rice). Priced from £16.
    Bento Box Lunch Photo

What 800 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
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West London

    Innovative

  • West London

    Hot spot

  • West London

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ayllu offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food and wine selection," and a lively atmosphere featuring "fantastic samba dancers." Diners appreciate the "amazing tasting menu" and "friendly staff," though some note "service could improve." Perfect for celebrations, with memorable "black cod and sushi." Ideal for those seeking a unique fusion of flavors.

800 Reviews
  1. HUGH

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING tasting food, amazing service, super friendly staff! Despite not having many vegan options on the menu, the staff were extremely helpful in providing recommendations and altering dishes slightly to cater for me. And the food they brought out was super tasty. Theres also a great choice of drinks and cocktails too. The dj was incredibly good as well. Can’t wait to be back.

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  2. COLES

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Defenitely the best bottomless brunch in London, the food its great and the service is super but the top was the dj and samba dancers, great fun. We will do it again soon!

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  3. mark VIP

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. The food was excellent, the best beef buns we have ever had. No doubt, the best place we have eaten whilst in London. The service was also amazing, they made sure to ask how everything was all times, very professional service. Our biggest recommendations is to try Ayllu!

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  4. james VIP

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a place. The ambience is fantastic, the staff super friendly and the food is out of this world. We were staying close by and booked for two on a dinner evening. Good job we did. This place has quite a reputation and fills up fast. We shared 4 sharing dishes and each one was absolutely delicious. A real explosion of flavors and just enough for two. We had a dessert recommended to us and my word, what a dish to share. We topped off with wine and a matching cocktail,prepared for us and finished with coffee one of the best culinary experiences of our life. We recommend you book. We will definitely be back.

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  5. john VIP

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited Ayllu on our last night and it was the perfect way to end a wonderful stay in London. The service was exemplary, exactly the right side of attentive and proper nice guys. The food was great, beef buns cooked to perfection, beautifully crispy squid tempura, tasty tacos. Couldn’t recommend Ayllu enough!
    AylluResponded 4 days ago
    Dear John, Thank you for your amazing review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that Ayllu was the perfect way to end your London stay. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the service, food, and everything in between. Your kind words mean the world to us! We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in London! ✨ Many thanks EM

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  6. Tom VIP

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely surprising and absolutely amazing food and really enjoyed every bite. I am not so into sushi and I have to say, actually it was outstanding :) Great service as well. Thank you guys!
    AylluResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Tom, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that we were able to surprise you with our food, especially the sushi! It’s great to know you enjoyed every bite. We really appreciate your kind words about our service as well. We hope to see you again soon for more amazing meals! 🍣 Many thanks EM

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  7. Anastasia

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing!!! Delicious!!! I really happy and enjoying!!!
    AylluResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Anastasia, Thank you for your fantastic review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear you had an amazing time and enjoyed everything. Your enthusiasm truly makes our day! We can’t wait to welcome you back for more deliciousness soon! 🍽️ Many thanks EM

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  8. Pip

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food portions could have been bigger but we did have a lovely time!
    AylluResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Pip, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you had a lovely time with us. We appreciate your suggestion about the portion sizes and will definitely take it into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience! 😊 Many thanks EM

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  9. DHIREN

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service and food were good. The business lunch is great value.
    AylluResponded on February 27, 2025
    Dear Dhiren, Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the food and service, and it's great to hear you found the business lunch to be great value. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! Many thanks EM

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  10. JOANNA

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great hidden gem. Came in a early reservation (probably should have reserved later) and managed to get a table. Staff couldn’t do enough, recommended the squid as starter, which was excellent, the buns are absolutely stunning. Went for the sushi platter which was also excellent, the fish was really tender and tasty. Very good value for money ( especially compared to the London market). Will be back soon.
    AylluResponded on February 27, 2025
    Dear Joanna, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad you found us and enjoyed your meal—great choice with the squid and buns! It’s wonderful to hear that you appreciated the quality of our sushi and found us to be good value. Our team will be thrilled to know they made your experience special. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! 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 800 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ayllu

25 Sheldon Square, London, W2 6EY

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Reyes
  • Delivery & takeout
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  • Terms of Use
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