Ayllu in City of London, Westminster - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Hidden away in the Paddington Basin, this place is worth checking out. Really flavoursome meals .

We had an amazing dinner in Ayllu with a friends , food was incredible but also as service , our waiter Morella , that was so brilliant and fast so we can’t say more , recommend for everyone

First time visiting Ayllu and we'll be definitely coming back! It's been a while since I asked for the menu again during the meal to order more food 😂 the beef tataki and hamachi ceviche in particular were stupendous. Amazing pisco sour. Lovely service from Morella as well, thank you so much for everything! Looking forward to the next time 🌟

Foods are not testy at all, restaurantt looks okay but nothing else to be honest.

Was so disappointing! Food quality was terrible especially given the pricing , tasted not fresh and not tasty either, such a let down. Sushi tasted old and dry and meat bbq cut was poor quality too despite the high pricing. Atmosphere also nothing like shown on instagram and was unexciting. Location in building not great and close to the toilets in a basement which puts you off as you go in already. Would not be going back.

Loved the restaurant the vibe was so nice recommend for bdays. We accidentally dropped food but they were so understanding and gave us another one. We were downstairs it was quite loved that. The best part was the service especially from Morella she was amazing and recommended me a lovely drink.

We enjoyed the brunch, great music from the DJ, the samba was a fun element and the service was top draw. The food was so so, I wouldn’t say great but good enough for a fun brunch. The churros were probably my favourite part. One problem was that they only allow each person to have the same drink for the free flow for the 90mins. I feel like it wouldn’t be a logistical or financial problem for them to allow a change in drinks, many people don’t want the same thing for the whole meal. Just thought I’d mention it. The service was excellent though.

Morella was an amazing host and made my cousins 30th that little bit more special! Highly recommend

This is a bachelorette party restaurant. The music is loud and the place has a very in-your-face vibe. If that is your aim, I think you will enjoy it. For my self, I thought the focus was going to be the Peruvian/Japanese fusion food. I did not find the food impressive. I was underwhelmed when the sushi chef put the most generic tuna and salmon nagiri on a “chefs choice” as 2 of the 3 varieties. The guacamole was OK, poor waiter spent 4 minutes with 2 forks making it in front of us for some reason. It did seem like the staff was working hard, but they were too quiet to hear in the environment.

Great service, morella was friendly and made my birthday meal a night to remember!

Traveled in from the US on business and decided to check this place out. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, food and service. My server, Morella, was extremely friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and offered suggestions. I was able to read my kindle without having to worry about loud restaurant noises which was great. I would absolutely recommend.

My daughter celebrated my 50th birthday at Ayllu. We had bottomless brunch. Though not much options, we still enjoyed the ambiance that included Salsa 💃 Staff were very welcoming and service was on tip toes .. very quick

Norman was amazing , supplied us with everything we needed and made sure our drinks were always topped up

Came here for a friend’s birthday. Good atmosphere, food is ok and portions are small. The service was slow and un-attentive , one waiter spilled half of my drink on my lap, she apologised and left without cleaning. Another waiter came after a bit to clean and apologise, offering me a new cocktail. I also asked them to have a candle on my friend’s dessert and when it arrived there was nothing on top, ages later mine arrived and that the happy birthday message. Just a bit messy tbh. It wasn’t a bad experience but I won’t rush to go back.

Very disappointed birthday brunch, it wasn’t bottomless as we were charged for additional food even if it was in the time and on the menu. Waiter literally told us that she is not here to take orders.. like ? Then please appointment your colleague to us but don’t present yourself like this on front of guests. I booked this place because I thought it will have a great atmosphere of samba dancers in between, however they lasted for a minute and didn’t do any show. The DJ was great though but couldn’t make up for the unmotivated waiter, late food, long waiting time and extra charges.

Great food and service. Good selection of freshly made sushi plates ands cocktails. The restaurant has a cosy atmosphere with warm lighting, featuring rich dark green walls and plush banquette seating. The service was perfect and the waitress was polite and informative. My favourite was the crispy chicken and slow cooked beef Bao Buns and they were delicious. I would definitely return to this restaurant and the prices are reasonable.

Paying for the novelty, not for the quality Two of us went for dinner and had the Lima tasting menu and a cocktail each - the menu felt a bit of a mishmash, and didn't necessarily go together. I wouldn't recommend here

F Nestled in the heart of the city, Ayllu offers a unique culinary journey that blends the intricate flavours of Japanese cuisine with the bold, vibrant tastes of Peruvian fare. As soon as you step inside, the warm ambiance and stylish décor set the stage for nice dining experience. **Cuisine:** Ayllu menu is a fusion of Japanese precision and Peruvian zest. The starters, like the salmon ceviche , a Peruvian-style taco, perfectly balance the freshness of seabass with the tang of citrus and aji amarillo. The short ribs and choices of skewers , a highlight of the menu, combines the traditional Peruvian ceviche with Japanese elements, featuring tender pieces of beef , chicken served with choclo puree, aji amarillo and coriander Main courses continue to impress, with dishes like the beef. This innovative dish reimagines the classic Peruvian beef velouté, miso, ginger served with rocoto sauce offering a hearty, satisfying bite infused with umami flavours. The Sushi Platter is also not to be missed, showcasing an array of expertly crafted rolls that marry traditional Japanese techniques with Peruvian ingredients such as rocoto chilli and quinoa. **Entertainment:** Cushion goes beyond just food, offering a vibrant entertainment programme that complements the dining experience. Dancers is a regular feature, doing salsa. On weekends, the restaurant transforms into a lively venue with a DJ spinning tracks that keep the atmosphere energetic and fun. Ayllu is a culinary gem that brings together the best of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines in a harmonious blend. The innovative dishes, combined with excellent entertainment, make it a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts looking for a unique dining experience. Whether you’re here for a special occasion or just a night out, Ayllu promises an adventure for your taste buds and an evening of delightful entertainment. The only down side was I chipped my veneer due presence of bones in the Bon Bons 😔

Clearly a four star restaurant, could be five but somehow I need to reserve that for extra super special. I think what holds me back is it being in a basement. Basics were all very good ie decor, welcome and service. Bottomless weekend brunch for £37.50 (or £55 with booze) was excellent value for money. So here we have Japanese/Peruvian fusion; small dishes delicately prepared and presented; just keep on going two plates at a time! Also to our suprise there was a DJ set going on too. For an oldie just a tad too loud but in the end nice vibes. Here's the kicker though, at Sunday brunch I don't expect Brazilian carnival dancers, but hey why not? Rio de Janeiro arrived and let's dance. We're in a basement, could be any time and let's get the party started! So honestly, great brunch here today.

The food is fantastic and the servers were on top to thing! Will come back to this restaurant again!

restaurant is the best .. food are amazing…Aza beat person ever

Aza, Morella and Tyo did an excellent job. Amazing place! Highly recommended.

Place is amazing. Delicious food, service is fast and entertainment is on point.

Got a great time for unlimited food and deinks with friends!

Great food. Great service. Amazing entertainment!!!

The Machu pichu Tasting menu was incredible! Couldn't fault anything, plenty of food too! Excellent service

Overall it was okay. Some of the food was really tasty, but it wasn't incredible. We had the vegetarian tasting menu- which in all fairness was very good value for £30. They haven't quite got the serving right, and they need to really rethink how they are presenting the foods and what cutlery they are giving you to use. They need some asian soup spoons for one, and anything with a broth or sauce that requires a spoon should be served in individual bowls rather than in a bowl to share between you, for you to decant onto a plate. It would have been nice for the waiting staff to be a bit more forthcoming with information on the concept behind the asian/peruvian fusion, and a small explanation with each dish. I probably wouldn't go back, but it was good value.

Appalling service during bottomless brunch with a pushy head waiter insisting we settle our bill before we had even got the final dishes we had ordered. Food was cold and we had to constantly flag down the wait staff to be able to order the next round. And then when it was time for dessert we had to wait half an hour (and they didn't even bring the full order). Additionally, were basically forced to pay the bill when we were still eating dessert (we had not even asked for the bill and yet they had put it on the table and come with the card machine twice at that point). When we decided not to pay the 12.5% discretionary charge, we were asked to give reasons why... only for the waiter to then try and argue with us that food wasn't delayed or cold or that service was just not what you'd expect for a £37 food-only brunch. Shame because the place was nice and the entertainment was a good touch.

Amazing rendition of this fusion.

Vi bookede bord samme dag til kl. 18.30, og ankom til tiden. Vi måtte dog vente en halv time, fordi køkkenet ikke var klar…! Herefter skulle vi ned i kælderen. Der var koldt og mørkt, kun små lamper. Vi blev tilbudt vand - til 5£ , fandt vi ud af!! Maden var ikke særlig spændende, og kødet var ikke specielt varmt. Små portioner og mega dyrt.

Ok, let's start with the good…. - Lovely decor - Starters were yummy and so were the Chiros with chocolate - They had had some professional samba dancers, who brought the vibes - really nice touch The not so good…… We had a table of 16 people for bottomless brunch for the 90mins. - The first issue was it took a good 15-20mins before the first ‘starters’ come out. Also we were told that everyone had to have the same drink which was a bit disappointing to me. - One waiter was assigned to our table which meant it took a really long time to for the food to come out (in relation to a bottomless brunch - it wasn’t really a bottomless brunch in that sense) At the end of the day, I don’t mind paying the money for boozy brunches, but the food and service NEED to be good. The service wasn’t good at all. I felt they were trying to make as much money as they could by (in my opinion) delaying the food to come out and taking so long to take the orders and bring them out. Lovely place, the the customer experience needs to be improved upon...

The food is great, but the state of the toilet is disappointing. It smells worse than a public toilet, and one of the hand dryers has been broken for over a year. I hope the lack of cleanliness in the toilet doesn't reflect the hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Really nice place! The samba show from Saturday night was fantastic, the music is not too loud, the Machu Picchu tasting menu was delicious (if you usually eat A LOT, it might not be enough, but for my partner and I was just the right quantity). Also, Morella was the sweetest and very helpful ❤️ and all the people who work here are great

One of the best meals, amazing value! Lovely staff who are very attentive

We really enjoyed bottomless brunch here. The food was very good, although I would not recommend it to vegetarians since there were only 4-5 vegetarian options in the menu. We only had food, no alcoholic drinks, so can not comment about that. We really enjoyed the dancing show and the service was fast.

WWE had bottomless brunch, the food and drinks were worth every penny. Our host Morella and Aza was amazing and super friendly. The food and drinks were amazing, the samba show was amazing. Would definitely come back again as a bigger group.

Amazing, I love the samba and Aza was very attentive.

Overall we had a really nice time, but the service was a bit slow in getting our table ready and taking our orders… a few dishes got mistaken or didn’t arrive and my friends drink which was not alcohol took ages to arrive and had to ask a couple of times. But we did come out super happy and full, would come back again

We chose a Friday night date night and it didn’t let us down! As we worked through the menu, the lovely Alfred ensured we were looked after and enjoyed his best recommendations. We couldn’t recommend this place more and already can’t wait to return. Thank you for a lovely evening :)

Second visit, and it’s always a pleasure to return. Exceptional value for money. Go for it with your eyes closed

Very good, the lomo saltado is the best in London

Morels was amazing! Kept us fed and topped up all afternoon 😍

Morella was great during our brunch, she let us know how the menu worked and kept us topped up for the brunch!

Great bottomless brunch! Constant flowing drinks. We were severed by a great waitress Morella! Would recommend.

came for bottomless brunch, enjoyed every minute - thank you Morella!

It was the worst restaurant experience I ever had it was my partner’s birthday and I told the waitress and they did nothing the food was tasteless the waitress acted like she was being forced only thing good was the dancers worst restaurant experience I ever had and wouldn’t recommend plus we paid £40 for booking fee for what rubbish

SO good! How this place has only 4.1 stars is beyond me. Food was delicious, quick service, great bevs. Staff was lovely, music was fun, atmosphere was great. Underrated!

The meal was amazing. We got the Cuzco tasting menu and every single thing on it was a hit. We booked for our anniversary and the server was so sweet to us! The only thing I'd mention is that it's pricy. Not upset about it because every single thing we were served was delicious, but it's worth keeping an eye on.

Wir sind zufällig hier gelandet. Ein optisch sehr schönes Restaurant! Mit freundlichem Personal. Wir hatten eine kleine Auswahl an Sushi , Gemüse und Beef! Es war ausserordentlich lecker! Als Dessert hatten wir am Tisch zubereitetes Tiramisu und den Cheesecake. Mega ! Das Essen war seinen Preis auf jeden Fall wert. Ein rundum schöner Abend! Danke an das Team dafür!

This Saturday my friend and I celebrated my birthday at Ayllu! We had bottomless brunch - various tapas and unlimited Prosecco. It was a great experience: a very beautiful place, nice music, delicious food and a fun performance. A huge thank you to Alfred! He had such a positive energy and constantly paid attention to our table, ensuring we had the food we ordered and drinks. Strongly recommend!

Good food overall. Well cooked. Service was a bit of a negative here. Certain staff was over too disruptive.

Morella was amazing from the start,making us feel welcomed and being super attentive! I will definitely be back can’t wait! Amazing food too!! 10/10

Thank you Morela for your kind and professional service! You made our brunch very enjoyable

Asa was very attentive, the manager and staff were lovely, and the dancers were great!!

AZA was a great host. The food was good and the service was great.

Top quality restaurant, aza was the guy

My guy Aza is the best waiter. Ask for him if you come

Very good food and vibes. Aza’s service was great

Great food and service. We had the ribs and beef burger with a side of grilled veg and a salad. All excellent. A bit on pricey side but overall a good experience.

Lunch time so it was rather quiet but this gem is a bit hard to find as it’s hiding under another bar. Our waiter Alfred was brilliant and shared some insights into the origins of the menu. Who knew Peruvian corn would be such a revelation?! Food was fresh and good quality. I’d say it would’ve been 5 stars if there’d been a little spice or sauce on the tuna tacos. I’d definitely go back though and eat my way through the rest of the menu.

Amazing time here, the food was great. Drinks kept coming and Alfred was amazing the best host anyone could have! The Dancers were very good...the conga was so fun!

Amazing service best dinner ever

Had the best time here celebrating my friends birthday!! Good music and the vibes were inviting. The food was 10/10, I’ll definitely be back x

Amazing service and such a fun time. Aza was really lovely and gave good recommendations

Really great experience especially from Aza

Lovely food, lovely atmosphere and music, had a great time servers were very kind and friendly with us. Thank you!

Last weekend we attended brunch we arrived early and sat upstairs and had a fantastic cocktail, we was then shown downstairs by the hostess. The food was amazing, re-ordering arrived promptly and there was lots of choice. Our glasses remained full by the attentive staff. We was lucky to watch two performances of Samba dancing Edita and Aneta were great!!! All of our party got up to dance with them. We were there celebrating our daughter’s 18th birthday and Edita and Aneta came out dancing with the desert and sparklers, what a lovely touch to the end a great meal. Would highly recommend coming here for brunch or even the regular menu the food and service was impeccable.

We’ve got an amazing brunch today, the slow-cooked short beef rib and pulled pork taco are definitely elevated!! And the staff were fantastic thanks to the waitress who opened our table, Erick and Morelos. The samba show and Music were incredible👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Definitely a nice place for a bottomless brunch. Very good music and entertainment. Food was of good quality. Service was mostly fine besides one waitress who when we asked to order more food scowled at us and told us to “just eat your food” even though we were told to order more once your dishes arrive. We found her extremely rude and condescending speaking to us as if we were her five year old children. Besides that, a very nice place but her attitude was enough to put us off from coming back.

Wonderful atmosphere with entertainment and a lovely staff who take good care of you! An experience!

Dining at Ayllu was an unforgettable experience. The cozy ambiance and beautifully crafted decor set the stage for a wonderful evening. Each dish was a perfect blend of flavors and beautifully presented. What truly made our visit exceptional was Marella’s outstanding service. Her friendly demeanor and recommendations enhanced our experience significantly. A heartfelt thank you to Marella for making our night so special. I highly recommend Ayllu for anyone seeking a remarkable dining experience. We look forward to returning soon! The swedish girls ❤️

Amazing food, lovely drinks and the music and atmosphere was spot on. Specially thanks to our lovely host Morella, such a wonderful person!

Absolutely lovely service from Mirella and Eric, they made our experience absolutely excellent and unforgettable. The food was amazing and atmosphere very vibrant! I highly recommend visiting!

We had the most amazing time at this restaurant. The food is AMAZING ! The service with Morella and Eric was sublime !!! The music is fab and the decor is stunning !!! We will definitely come back on Saturday for samba event and Sunday for brunch

A very lovely place and atmosphere, a special thank you to Morella and Eric for accommodating us and such lovely service! Also Samba dancing on Saturdays what can be better! 👀

When we walked into the restaurant we didn't know what to expect. The hostess led us through the restaurant upstairs to a stairwell that took us downstairs into what seemed like a hidden door. When we walked in the aeesthetics and vibe was awesome. Our server was Eric and consistently checked in on us even though it was a busy Friday night. The manager Alfred stopped by our table several times illustrating the Teams attention to detail. We highly suggest this for dinner.

Visited this restaurant for the first time and I absolutely loved it! The food is delicious, wide range of options to choose from. Atmosphere is lovely and lively. Our table was served by Morella and Eric, and they have been absolute stars🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Very professional but also super friendly who also also told us about different events that take places in this restaurant.

Morella was an excellent host. She was attentive and explained the dishes that came out with detail. First time here and when I come back to London I would love to come back.

We had a lovey evening! The food was awesome and Morella really looked after us. Will be back soon :))

AMAZING ! And my waiter was so sexy!!!

Celebrated my birthday, with a bottomless brunch. It was great vibes. Quick service with the drinks, and quick service on the food. Morella was absolutely fantastic, made sure our glasses were full and we had everything we needed

Cracking night out, great food, service and entertainment 👌🏾

Great food, drinks and atmosphere! Our server Morella made the experience lovely too!

Our waitress MORELLA was amazing and I had an amazing time celebrating with my friends❤️

Lovely meal, great service. Morella made us feel very welcome and we will be back!!!

Had a fantastic time at Ayllu! Food was delicious, great atmosphere and Morella our waitress was so attentive and generous. Fantastic service!!

10 stars for each category of I could. Or waitress Morella was AMAZING! Very attentive and made the whole experience 100 times better. Best restaurant experience I have had in a very long time. Highly recommend!

100/10 experience! Morella was a fantastic Host, she is super friendly and very attentive! She definitely added to the experience and the food was delicious!!! Vibes 1000/10 the dancers were amazing. Love this restaurant and I will definitely be back

Had a great evening with the girls celebrating a birthday! Service was a bit slow and had to wait quite a while for all the starters to be brought out. A huge thank you to Morella for making the experience 10x better. Thank you for putting a smile on our faces and for bringing such beautiful energy around our table! The food was lovely! Cocktails were lush. Will definitely be back soon!

Went for Sunday brunch and really enjoyed the entertainment and food. Service was slow though. Really good spot on the canal.

We had a wonderful time celebrating my birthday at Ayllu. A special thank you to our hostess Morella who was so accommodating and just lovely throughout our meal. The food was delicious and there was a great atmosphere. Thank you Morella and the team!

Amazing experience! Food and drinks were so good, Eric and Morella were extremely friendly and attentive honestly made the biggest difference to our experience, would definitely come again. <3

An incredible brunch experience! Judex was an amazing waiter so much fun and gave us the best time. He was so lovely and was the best waiter! Will defo come again

music too loud, we can't hear each other speak. very average atmosphere, restaurant half empty. Expensive prices for quality & quantity No decoration of the restaurant

Went to the bottomless brunch and had a great time. It was busy but we still got lots of orders in. Our waitress Morella was so lovely and attentive. She took really good care of us! The food was great and the atmosphere is so lively. I do recommend! Also loved the diverse, international staff. We met another staff member while there who had French and Ivory Coast heritage. He was so kind to our group of 3 and we had a great time chatting! Will come back to say hi to the team.

Thank you so much to our waitress Morella for the outstanding service. She was extremely attentive and also organised a veg tasting menu that was no longer on the menu. The food was great and the tasting menu has more than enough food. Ambience was on point and price was very fair

Martello is an amazing hostess. She was very attentive to us and very knowledgeable about the menu. She was very friendly and would definitely want to come back here , she deserves a raise !!!!

Morella was an amazing hostess, she was very attentive and made sure that my party was well looked after. The food was really good and she made great recommendations also! Definitely looking forward to coming back. Morella is definitely a great asset to this restaurant!

Booked this place for my boyfriend’s birthday. We were running late and the restaurant was kind enough to push back the reservation time. Our server Morella was a superstar. Our order was taken quickly, we were offered water straight after we sat down. We have ordered a tasting menu and all of the dishes came on time straight out of the kitchen. The food was impeccable and the DJ truly uplifted the atmosphere and the experience. The staff was attentive throughout and cared to explain any questions we had.

Amazing service from Dima- Great food and great atmosphere