Ayllu

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   jasmine

   London

   16 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I have been going to Ayllu for about 5 years with parents, friends, and dates. First of all, the fish is very fresh. My favorite thing to do it sit at the table and order a platter of sashimi to share. Amazing quality and one of the few places where I would get uni. Also, they have great set/combo menu deals if you are not feeling sushi and more cooked fares. Never disappoints. Only thing is that they don't take reso and there is always a crowd. So go early, put your reservation in and enjoy the best Japanese cuisine in central London.
   

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   mark

   London

   17 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   After researching sushi in Paddington area. for an hour I finally gave up on the fancy sushi, and I reserved a table in Ayllu. As soon as I walked in past the crowds I knew I had made the right decision. And, to my surprise, we were seated promptly. Outstanding service all the way around. If you like simple, old school, fresh sushi, Ayllu delivers in spades. The night we were there I think we were outnumbered by Japanese, always a good sign. Families dining out. There is a b beautiful room filled with nice couches that I would sit at as a couple or solo. The wine list is good and then we moved on to beers. All the fish was super fresh and the portions were generous. At the end we had a dessert.Wish I lived here.
   

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   Raj

   London

   18 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   18 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   If you have not been here you are missing out on really good, authentic Japanese food. You must book a table to believe it! The atmosphere it is the closest to being in Tokyo I have been to. The service is swift and the clientele were lively. The menu is big and rather daunting. For a first visit I would recommend choosing a tasting menu meal or like sashimi platter or the sushi platter. This is really a great find and will be our favourite sushi p[lace from now on.
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Raj, Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the authentic Japanese food and the atmosphere—we strive to bring a true taste of Tokyo to London, and it’s wonderful to know we succeeded! We’re also glad you found the service swift and the lively vibe to your liking. Great tips for first-time visitors too—our tasting menus and platters are definitely a fantastic way to experience a variety of our dishes. We’re honored to be your new favorite sushi spot and can’t wait to welcome you back for many more delicious meals! Thank you for the recommendation! 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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   Oliver

   London

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This sushi restaurant was highly recommended to us by a friend who lives in the Paddington area as being someplace that's well worth the visit. We got here right as the dinner period was picking up and booked ourselves int. We had a bit of waiting, once our table was ready - wow! The sushi was some of the freshest and most delicious that we've ever had. We shared the salmon roll, soft-shell crab, and tuna roll, as well as a beef buns, and everything was utterly fantastic. The staff were super professional and polite, and the food came out in good time, which is a sign that they took great pains to serve food that was both delicious and aesthetically pleasing. The restaurant itself is pretty small, which might account for part of the long wait - this place can only accommodate so many people. Beautiful and Very Good!!!
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Oliver, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your friend’s recommendation led you to us and that we lived up to the hype! It's fantastic to know you enjoyed the freshness and flavours of the sushi, as well as the other dishes you tried. We truly appreciate your patience with the wait, and we’re glad it was worth it once you were seated. Our team takes great pride in both the quality of the food and the service, so it’s wonderful to hear you noticed and appreciated that. We’re so grateful for your kind words, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us! 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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   alessio

   London

   17 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My sister suggested this place and it was well worth it! Fish was smooth and tasty and very fresh. We have been to many sushi places in London but this one goes right to the top, great location too. Very close to Little Venice by the canal. Enjoy this beauty.
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Alessio, Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad your sister recommended us, and we're thrilled to hear that the fish and sushi stood out as some of the best you've had in London. Freshness is key, and it's great to know you enjoyed it! Our location by the canal near Little Venice is definitely a special spot, and we’re happy you had the chance to enjoy it. We can’t wait to welcome you back and hope to see you again soon! Thank you for your kind words! 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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   Rebecca

   London

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Ayllu was recommended to us as the best place for sushi in the Paddington area. We arrived just prior to the 5PM booking and there was already a lot of guests seating at table. Service was prompt and friendly ( thank you Morella) and the restaurant was very clean and quiet. The sushi was outstanding, especially the crab and tuna. I strongly recommend this romantic beautiful restaurant.
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Rebecca, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear that Ayllu came highly recommended and that we were able to deliver an exceptional experience. It’s great to know you enjoyed the crab and tuna, and we’re glad the service from Morella made your visit even better. We appreciate your kind words about the atmosphere—creating a clean and peaceful environment is something we take pride in. Thank you for recommending us as a romantic spot, and we’d love to welcome you back for another special meal! 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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   Jay

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 15, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Brilliant place to celebrate or enjoy an vibey evening. Great food. Expensive tho and the portions are small
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Jay, Thank you for your review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a brilliant time and enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We strive to create a great experience for our guests, whether it’s for a celebration or a relaxed evening out. We understand your comments about pricing and portion sizes, and we’re always working to provide value while maintaining high quality. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable visit! Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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   james

   London

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on November 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great Asian/South American place in Central London, all the food we had was amazingly good, the civic he's were the best I ever had and also the nigiri platter was incredibly good. This restaurant should be in the top 10 London venues. Amazing!!
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear James, Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed everything, especially the ceviche and nigiri platter—we take great pride in offering unique dishes that stand out, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark for you. Your kind words about our place being "top 10" in London mean the world to us, and we’re so grateful for your support. We can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing dining experience! Thank you again for sharing your thoughts! 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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   Francisco

   London

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Ayllu in Paddington is well worth! All of the food was outstanding - the sashimi platter, salmon avocado rolls, and vegetable rolls all really hit the spot. The wine was excellent too. Will definitely be back next time I'm in London.
   

   AylluResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Francisco, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the sashimi platter, salmon avocado rolls, and vegetable rolls—they’re some of our favorites too! It’s great to know the wine paired well with your meal as well. We can’t wait to welcome you back the next time you're in London. Thank you again for your kind words and for making Ayllu a part of your visit! 😊 Many thanks EM
   

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    marco

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    My son who is in the Navy told me about this place and I booked it. I loved it! Cozy, fun, clean. Great service, excellent food. I had sashimi, he had tacos and ceviches and sushi. I used to live in US and have had plenty of sashimi, this was the best. We came back twice before I left, as I craved that sashimi! High recommend.
    

    AylluResponded 1 day ago

    Dear Marco, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your son’s recommendation led you to us and that you had such a great experience. It’s fantastic to know that our sashimi stood out as the best you’ve had, especially with your previous experience in the US. We’re also glad you enjoyed the tacos, ceviches, sushi, and the cozy atmosphere. Your high recommendation means the world to us, and we’d love to welcome you back on your next visit to London! Thank you again for sharing your experience! 😊 Many thanks EM
    

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