Parrillan Coal Drops Yard in Camden

Outstanding food! Just wow, great friendly service. The pork is a must, we weren't going to get it but the server recommended and it was the best! Lovely sangria too!

Good food but the service was incredibly chaotic. We had no server responsible for our table so it was a constant stream of staff approaching us asking us the same questions repeatedly. On a couple of occasions we’d request something and it would be forgotten and we’d have to ask another member of staff. I think in an attempt to have our food come out together the waitress didn’t put part of our order through and this was only realised when we prompted her about the dishes we were still waiting on. In the end there was a dish that we’d initially ordered that never came but thankfully we were not charged for this. This was a shame as the setting was great with heated outdoor seating, the food was really enjoyable and being able to grill Spanish cuisine at the table a novelty in London.

Tasty but ridiculously expensive. A portion of meat to be grilled cost £14 which equalled £3.50 per coin sized bite

Food ok, location was nice - if it's nice weather. Very expensive menu for what it is though, and rude staff. We were rushed and asked to leave after being at the table for less than an hour as they had other diners waiting. Wouldn't go back.

Beautiful atmosphere, delicious food and excellent service. Special thanks to Firas!

It’s difficult to find a restaurant that offer al fresco dining in London, so this is definitely a gem! I liked the concept of the little table grills, very fun and tasty.

Perfect spot for meeting up with our adult children in the sun and warmth over a leisurely and interactive lunch. And our waiter (Mark?) was unanimously voted “cool” (as well as charming and attentive).

Johanna was an amazing host. recommend this restaurant. recommend this server she is amazing!

Really good food, exceptional quality, unbeatable service and charming place. 100X100 recommended

Theresa thank you for making our experience at Parrillan memorable

We visited Parrillan for drinks only. What a fab place! The staff were quirky but lovely- fab sense of humour, we felt right at home. If we didn't have other places to go, we would definitely have eaten here. Food looked and smelt amazing. In fact, we are sorting out a return trip so that we can eat here. Great outside terrace with heaters and semi-covered area to protect you from the elements whilst still giving the feeling of eating al fresco. Lovely views of the canal. A real buzz of a place! Would highly recommend.

Tiny portions of food and really bad quality of the steak... they need to look into that. On the other side, the service was really good (they really need to review the quality and quantity of the food served)

Amazing Place and delicious Food! The perfect place for a lovely dinner, Thank you 🎉

Amazing place, I've been multiple times. What I like the most is being able to drink great cocktails and eat healthy or filthy depending on my mindset! You also eat at your pace. Even if the tables are outside I was never cold and the staff is really caring about us!

The atmosphere is great, the barbecue ingredients are very fresh, and other a la carte items such as stewed rice, baked potatoes, and tomato bread are also very delicious. The weather was relatively cold that day. Although the seats were semi-open-air, the seat cushions were heated and the seats above each table were There are electric heaters, which are actually very warm and even a little hot (after all, you have to barbecue), so you don’t have to worry about the weather, just come and enjoy the delicious meat😍

First time at Parrillan, we went to Coal Drops Yard. Beautiful setting, despite the grey weather. Great recommendations for the pintxos by our waitress Anis who was a superstar! Felt welcomed and looked after.

Absolutely amazing! The vibes the food the music all was top tier !!

Great service and delicious food

Absolutely fantastic. A completely different way to enjoy a meal.

If you are looking for good quality Spanish food, don’t go to this restaurant (I say this as a Spanish person). The food quality is low and very overprice (2 units of bad quality ham croquetas for £8?). Very nice decor and vibe, but the food is not worth it if you are looking for authentic Spanish gastronomy.

Always a great place for alfresco drinks.

If I could give 10 stars for service, I would. We were served by Tich and he was just brilliant. Accommodated us amazingly. We were hesitant about the restaurant when we first sat down because it is something unusual, however Tich took the time to explain every item on the menu and exactly how to cook everything and how everything worked. He regularly checked on us to make sure we were happy with everything as well. On top of that his bubbly and gentle personality was the cherry on top. The food was delicious, although sceptical at first everything was amazing.

Tayer was an amazing host and made us feel very special!

Service was excellent. The food was mediocre. Ham croquetas was the only thing that was decent. Doesn’t match baraffina’s unfortunately.

really tasty but quite pricey. Nice atmosphere. Good for date nights

Tasty charcoal BBQ with high quality meats. Really nice environment, and had a great time.

The al fresco dining experience is a lovely idea and the cover plus heaters offer the comfort you need in UK's unpredictable weather. It is a grill restaurant so having the parillan grill on the table is fun. The crab crockets were fantastic, the prawns lovely and sweet and the iberico pork melts in your mouth. The portions overall are a bit small and the lamb dish is one of them. It was just two little skewers for £17. The patatas panadera are as we remembered them from our visits to Barrafina but unfortunately the tomato salad with tuna was a bit disappointing, lacking flavour and seasoning.

Perfect for a birthday treat! Such a lovely atmosphere!

Lovely atmosphere, but its very expensive for the food that you get served (and have to cook yourself) Great place for vibe but better places for food

Wonderful tapas al fresco. A great way to catch up with old friends. Regents Canal has changed quite a lot (for the better) since I last visited as a teen in the mid 1980s 😆

Food very good and staff excellent. Portions of the food might be slightly bigger

Fantastic meal with friends on BH weekend. Ana our server was excellent and friendly. Fun interactive meal and the best Basque cheesecake in London.

Nice place with tasty food. A coal grill on the table makes it a special experience. Food itself is tasty and fresh. Friendly service, highly recommended.

Incredible Spanish / Iberian food. Service was incredible with Zoe running us through the menu, tending to our needs and cracking a joke with us

Great Spanish Tapas restaurant. The grill was great to cook on. Great selection of wines. Great location and setting. The cheeseboard was disappointing. I would definitely recommend a visit.

Brought guests from out of town. Service was so so slow. Kept having to wave waiters down and since we had guests did not want to complain or cause a big scene. Food was good but a little overpriced for what you pay. They did apologise for the mixup, however, it was plainly obvious that the waiter was not able to handle the workload. Took almost 2 hours to actually get the main course. Won’t be returning.

Dining at Parillan was a delightful experience from to start to finish.The food was exquisite,the service was attentive especially from the manager in charge Martina ,and the ambience was perfect for a cozy dinner.I can't wait to return!

Love this restaurant, gorgeous venue on a sunny day, you almost feel like you’re in Spain. Fresh seafood for the grill, if you don’t mind grilling your own food and taking your time over a nice glass of wine for lunch/dinner then this isn’t the place for you! Staff are great, cocktails are yummy

This was absolutely delicious! We had the green salad, potatoes and peppers as sides and the lagarto iberico on the grill as the main dish. It was really wonderful. The service was also really perfect: we were in a bit of a hurry because we had a train to catch and they went above and beyond to make the experience both efficient and lovely. Thank you to the staff!

My husband and I went here as we were in the ears and it was a hot day, so bbq sounded perfect. Jackson our waiter was super, 10/10. He described everything so well, have excellent recommendations, allowed me to sample the wine before ordering and was friendly and attentive. I would go back just because of him! The food was delicious, the ambience and I loved my orange wine. Thank you :)

Greeted with a filthy look from the waiter because we were clearly in his way despite being stood next to the maitre d’s stand - maybe an obvious place to wait to be seated would help? Maitre stares blankly so I lead with a hi how are you, Daniel table for 4 - the magic words to hear our first words from him: a terse ‘we need your table back at 8’. Servers, all bar one, were at best disinterested yet it seems more like outright frustrated whenever asked for anything (a drink, directions to the loo, a fork!). We were an early sitting and it was uncomfortably warm weather but the palpable lack of enthusiasm brought the whole atmosphere down. Definite no return for us. We brought guests from out of town and we were SO disappointed and, even more so, embarrassed having talked up Barrafina so much. Terrace seats in good weather was the only saving grace.

Great food, beautiful location for a summer evening outside

If you like seafood, this place is what you need to visit. The moment from entering to sit down and taking your order, the crews are built different. They make sure you miss nothing in the restaurant. Also not to mention the freshness of the seafoods. Beautiful place

One of the nicest restaurants in the Kings Cross area. Unique Mediterranean ambiance and food is top notch for freshness and flavour.

I had a lovely time here today - the food was great and David did a great job of explaining the menu and was generally had a nice energy!

Fantastic food, great atmosphere and excellent service. I was shocked to see this restaurant only received 4stars on Google but realised it’s due to people complaining that they can’t bring children. I absolutely agree that it’s no place for children, the parilla/barbecue is very hot and hot oil can splatter in any direction if not used with care. It’s a sister restaurant of Barrafina and you can expect the same high quality menu items and excellent quality ingredients for your parilla. We loved the atmosphere and we all commented that it felt like we were on holiday somewhere in the Mediterranean. The service was very attentive and they explained everything very well. It was super fun to grill your own food. Will definitely return, perhaps in the winter as I think it can be a cozy atmosphere.

Great place for something about different. Enjoyable for an evening out with friends or family. Try a range of small dishes and table barbecue. Vegetarian options however while covered are a bit limited.

The food was incredible and we were all treated like absolute queens. I came in with a big group for my birthday and the waiter Vasilous (Greek guy) was on top of everything, gave us best food and wine recommendations and made the evening so special and fun 🤩 the whole team were amazing, ie Mateu gave us recommendations around places to go after in the area and then we had drinks at the bar downstairs also incredible! Will 100% recommend! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

It was a nice setting, and our server was lovely, however I don't think the food was worth the cost. The best bit by far was the tapas/starters. However, my two dining companions ordered oysters, which traditionally are the first thing to arrive and be eaten, so they were holding off digging in initially, until they had to ask a couple of times when they were coming. I didn't rate the grilling menu. Firstly, it created a lot of smoke which was especially unpleasant for people sitting near us, as the area wasn't well ventilated (the pergola had a covered roof). Secondly, the meats themselves were mediocre, the steak was cut so thin that it was impossible to cook it to taste (I like rare, but to get the outside cooked meant it was impossible to not just cook through), and not much thought was given to food hygiene standards given we were cooking raw pork at the table (luckily we knew what we are doing, but the risks of cross contamination here were immense). Finally, both my husband and I felt awful in the night from the food we had eaten, so we definitely wouldn't return here.

overpriced, took ages for food to arrive (90 mins) and portions were very small. there’s far better options elsewhere

The terrace is beautiful and we enjoyed the food, we also appreciated being moved to a nicer table, because initially I was sat facing the trash bins, on my birthday dinner. Starters and mains came quickly, however we were then rushed to leave the table for the next group, without being offered the dessert menu or even the chance to order it, let alone any special moment for my birthday (which I mentioned in my booking). We left quite disappointed.

We had a great time and our server Theresa was very accommodating to our specific requirements.

We love it here. Our waitress Jessica was fabulous and remembered us from the last time we visited and we were happy to see a friendly face; impeccable service from her and she was very knowledgeable about the menu and wine selection. The pan con tomate, steak and potatoes were all delicious in addition to the wine and cocktails. 😊

Fatima was a great waitress, thank you for the service!

We had a baby with us so weren’t allowed any meat dishes. We tried nearly every vegetarian dish, though… easily the worst meal of our lives. The Escalivada was notably unpalatable - the eggplant had a very strong chemical taste. One of the more expensive meals, and unfortunately, extremely low value. After spending over £100 on dishes here, we went to Waitrose and prepared something more appetizing at home.

Just tried to book a table for 10... Booked a table for 8 at 5pm, which is the maximum, then emailed to add on two people. Was quite rudely told by Davide [the events manager] that they dont take tables of more than 8, so I asked for help booking Barrafina, their sister restaurant, and then received an email saying the booking was cancelled. No response, just a shockingly rude automated cancellation. We usually spend about £250 per head, and at 5pm I doubt it would even be busy. If they can't even put the effort in to be polite, then god knows how bad the service will be in there - I certainly won't be booking again!

Love eating at this quirky canal side location - very near King’s Cross. So easy to get to. Don’t recommend cooking your own steak. BBQs are too hot and tricky. Smokey too. Not possible to get steak black and blue as it’s cut too thinly. Best salad dressing ever. Made with Muscadet vinegar. Divine. Also. Best tomato salad I’ve ever had and great dried meats. Seriously recommend this place. There is now another one in Dirty Lane, Borough Market. Also looks great. Fabulous atmosphere even on a freezing cold night. Blankets and fires a-plenty. Don’t sit next to anyone cooking sardines. The smell is very off-putting. But despite all that I really love this place. Any time of the day or night.

Excellent experience. Great food, friendly staff and a nice atmosphere.

Food was good enough - Quite pricey for the size of plates. Waitor accidentally knocked a glass into my guest, smashing glass onto his back and covering him in red wine - Accidents happen and we laughed off the occurrence but made it known the value of the clothing damaged. Anticipating compensation for the material damage and the dampening of what was a very special day, we were met with the full bill and the word of a member of staff that should we have the damaged clothing dry cleaned we should send them the expense and they would reimburse - Given they never returned emails sent prior to amend our reservation, this seemed unlikely to materialise. BOH manager entered the chat and kicked up a fuss with confrontation and accusation of ripping the restaurant off when we’d asked that they deduct the cost of the damaged clothing from the bill. All in all, what could’ve been quite a clean cut and remedial decision to deduct the cost became a bickering opportunity for the BOH manager who rose to the opportunity with unprofessionalism. In the end the FOH manager remembered their hospitality training and deducted the amount for damaged clothing from the bill and we called it a day but man was it unnecessary faff to get there. Moreover my previously quite styled and well dressed guest spent the rest of the day in parillan uniform which as far as I see it constitutes free advertising so shall await the commission payment for any customers sent the restaurants way as a result!

Lovely restaurant with fantastic staff but food portions extremely small and prices therefore extortionate for what you get. Would not recommend if you are hungry

amazing experience! gorgeous atmosphere, delicious food and drinks! our server Firas made the night spectacular!

I visited on a quiet, grey Bank Holiday and had a great evening. I usually order some pintxo, a seafood selection and some specials. The food was delicious, the service was friendly and attentive, the location is great.

Amazing service, food and ambience! Scallops and Pineapple were 10/10! Andrew really did make our time even better with his amazing drama skills and service! Thanks Andrew - we’ll definitely come back!

Great atmosphere, the food is amazing and the staff are so welcoming.

Great fun - a wonderful spot on a warm evening. The ingredients are all excellent and although it’s up to you to cook the grill dishes (with attendant smoke!), it’s all part of the fun. The service was swift and very friendly (although the welcome at the entrance could have been a bit more cheerful) - nothing was too much trouble for our waiters. Wine list is good but pricey.

Appalling service, charged for food we didn't request, 30 mins wait for food after asked second time. 3 requests for the same beer. Faulty towers comedy.

Treated ourselves to the Mariscada and a selection of meats - excellent. The croquetas were the best I have had in a long time. Estefania, David M and Silvia were excellent and super patient with us. Probably better to reserve in advance.

When we walked in we were greeted very well, Fatima was so sweet and helpful. She guided us through the menu and recommended us dishes that felt best for our taste! I highly recommend stopping by! And if you’re lucky you’ll be served by Fatima 😊

Excellent location, perfect for good weather alfresco vibes. They have heaters for colder times too. The tapas was fresh and tasty, service competent and friendly. The parrilla was fun idea but the dishes were not that tasty (lamb, beef, pork). Partly due to the seasoning and probably partly due to the lack of skil by us cooking them! Fun place worth a visit. In one of the coolest parts of town.

Lovely terrace, lovely staff and great food. My only complaint would be the portion sizes given the price of each item. Other than that, it is a really nice place to eat, as the concept makes for a really convivial moment!

Our lovely waitress Camilla, you made our experience at Parrillan exceptional ~ thank you! The food was tasty and high quality, we loved the atmosphere and the kind service. Highly recommend for anyone who loves sharing plates and great wine! Perfect for a summer evening out on the terrace! The pineapple dessert is a MUST! 🇪🇸 Thank you Camilla.

Extremely pleasant setting with very good product quality and top service!

If the weather is with you, there's a great outdoor terrace that's a sun trap. Good food and wine as well, of course....

Not happy at all at the visit. We have been waiting over one hour to get “patatas panaderas”, after about 30 mins they said that they weren’t available, and it could take more time, nevertheless they offer us a swap for “patatas bravas”, after 30 mins it did not arrive. Even more, I was seeing people ordering that patatas after me, and get in before my table. We did have the croquetas and one hour after we still didn’t get the second tapa.

Fantastic tastes and beautiful atmosphere. Thank you Vasili for the outstanding service!

Surprised by all the bad reviews as our waitress tonight was so adorable, she explained the menu to us and was very kind and patient. The service was attentive and the food really really good. We are a group of tough pleasers and all found the food to be extremely tasty and fresh. Would come back in a heartbeat, such a great concept !

We were looking for a nice place to have dinner on a Saturday evening, and I'm so happy we chose Parrillan, food and service was excellent. The staff, Vasilis, Tich & David went above & beyond to make sure we are having a great time - and a great dinner. We opted in for a variety of meat plates, that we would be bbqing ourselves, and servers really helped us with notes & hints to get the best out of every plate. Wine pairing was great too, we asked for recommendations based on the plates we chose, and - very much like everyhing else - it was of high standard. Will definately be back again, many thanks everyone for a great night!

As a prebooked party of seven, the head waiter agreed to bring us a table d'hote selection. The portions received were so variable in quantity (usually being far too small) that we had to reorder again and again. We weren't our for a cheap lunch but £110 a pop is a bit extreme for this windblown DIY barbecue terrace. we'd prebooked and asked the senior waiter to for We'd prebooked a table for seven which was fine. We asked the senior waiter to The senior waiter

Nice staff and lovely outdoor location even if cold but overpriced for the quantities of food you have to grill yourself. Worth one visit but not sure if I would return.

What an amazing restaurant. Food, service, sun, beautiful vibes!!!!!! Thanks guys for the beautiful lunch.

I met up with a friend here and it was a great spot. Outdoor dinning and good Spanish tapas dishes. Perfect for summer!

Fantastic food and drink in great location. Surprising well priced for central London. Great place to sit outdoors with a drink and watch the world go by

The portion size of the food was a bit small in comparison to the price paid. Additionally, since customers are required to cook their own food, the smoke from the grill and the smell of food tend to stick to you by the time you are finished. Aside that it's a cool place to eat and the service is excellent.

I had the opportunity to try this nice restaurant last Saturday , The atmosphere is nice and the food too The best was the service , from Firas in the door welcoming to Tich and Silvia who were serving us; we had a lovely time

Title: Culinary Delight at Parrillan Coal Drops Yard - A Five-Star Experience From the moment you step into Parrillan Coal Drops Yard, you're transported into a culinary paradise. This isn't just dining; it's an experience that tantalizes the senses and showcases the very essence of Spanish cuisine. The highlight, without a doubt, is the Parrillan, a unique Spanish grill that allows you to play chef to some of the most succulent ingredients. The setting is as enchanting as the concept. Nestled in the vibrant Coal Drops Yard, Parrillan exudes an atmosphere that's both chic and inviting, making it the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Whether it's a casual outing with friends or a special celebration, the ambiance sets the tone for an unforgettable experience. Let's talk about the food - a true testament to the quality and authenticity that Parrillan prides itself on. The Iberico ham is a revelation, with its rich flavors and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it's a dish that elevates simplicity to an art form. The shrimps, or gambas, are another highlight. Grilling them yourself on the Parrillan brings a delightful interactive twist to the meal, enhancing the flavors and making the experience uniquely yours. But the pièce de résistance has to be the steak. Cooked on the grill to your perfect liking, every bite is a juicy, flavorsome nod to the quality of produce and the joy of outdoor grilling. What makes Parrillan stand out, apart from its innovative dining concept, is the impeccable service. The staff are not just attentive; they're passionate about what they do, eager to share their knowledge and ensure you make the most of your Parrillan experience. This, combined with the exceptional quality of food, makes dining here an absolute pleasure. Parrillan Coal Drops Yard isn't just a restaurant; it's a destination. It's where food meets passion, where dining becomes an interactive journey, and where every visit promises an array of memorable flavors. For those who cherish not just the taste but the story behind their meals, Parrillan is a must-visit. My visit was nothing short of spectacular, and I eagerly anticipate my next culinary adventure here. Five stars are not enough to capture the essence of this gem in Coal Drops Yard.

Had such a great time here. The service was so warm and friendly and the food divine. Silvia was so nice and friendly and gave us the best recommendations. The ambience is so great with views of Kings cross and greenery.

We arrived on an Easter Sunday, after I booked for 3-4 weeks in advance. I even emailed them two days before that I need a bigger reservation because 2 more people joined us with their kids, which was accepted. And when we arrived the refused to serve us because the kids where below 10yo. Ridiculous seevice. Unacceptable ….avoid them

Lavinia was amazing in every sense.. a great meal and service

Had a great service with Lavinia, she was very attentive and ensure to recommend the dishes that she liked as well as something she thought we’d enjoy. The food was great, fresh and delicious! Overall a great experience!

From the cheese croquettes to the basque cheesecake, this restaurant exceeded all our expectations. David Martin made our experience here outstanding.

Very nice experience with Lavinia. Strongly recommended. The food is fresh and amazing. Also nice view in the bar. Totally great experience.

Lauinia was a charming waitress who helped to make my first time visit a most enjoyable experience. It was the first time that I ever thought dining alone was fun. The best place to dine inside and feel as though you are outside

David was amazing, very attentive & his recommendations were spot on! Best night with my lovely partner celebrating our 2 year anniversary.

Lavinia is friendly and patient. And the selection is amazing

Doesnt make sense! We were already seated and was asked to leave because my 5 yr old son is not allowed as per policy? I mean we have dined in to so many barbecue restaurants and we have never heard of it being bad to the health of the kids! Like really? I didnt have the chance to talk to the manager but i was disgusted by their so called "policy" already that i blacked out!

Wonderful tasting food and great service...I can bbq so was happy but the table next to us seemed to burn everything and were not enjoying the experience of paying top prices and cooking it themselves! The mixed seafood was excellent value (mussels prawns squid scallops and lobster) but the bean and chorizo stew was incredibly expensive for a very small portion (4 small slices of chorizo and half a tin of beans) and it would not have been a satisfying meal. It was quite expensive overall considering we only had 1 small beer and 1 glass of wine, 1 starter and 1 dessert between 2 of us.

Fantastic spot for all fresco dining with great heaters above and heated seat cushions below. We had a treat of an experience feeling like we had been transported to the Mediterranean. Special thanks to our host Vasilis, a true credit to this establishment. The table top coal grill placed on your table for cooking raw foods is a fun touch and gets you involved with the food two fold. Top notch ingredients are used here so you won’t be disappointed. The very special cheesecake is a real treat to finish off the meal. Looking forward to our return to try more dishes! An extended thank you to all the team who’s efforts made our visit so enjoyable front and back of house!

Impeccable Food, and amazing service . We met a blond hair lady who is so energetic, professional, kindly introduced every dishes we ordered, and sent us perfect recommendations. The gentleman with 日 and 月 tattoos on hands, are very sweet and considerate. Highly recommend for everything, would return again soon x

Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and nice staff.

Interesting concept. Great service & hospitality - thanks Vasilis