Harden's says
In Ealing Broadway's new Dickens Yard development, this Spanish venture with South American influences from its Colombian chef was already a hot ticket locally before a rave review from Giles Coren in The Times brought it to wider attention. The name means "hopscotch" in Spanish.
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Summary
“A real gem in Ealing” – “there’s no mistaking the accomplished quality” of this Spanish “but not run-of-the-mill tapas” restaurant, with Colombian influences from “skilled young chef” Andrés Quevedo Sanabria, who “comes up with interesting and delicious combinations and ideas: one to watch”. “W5 locals are lucky to have this place so close”. Top Menu Tip – “enjoyable mainstays include the iberico ham and the Pluma iberico (a cut of pork); Ox steak is expertly cooked”; and “when the Carabinero prawns appear on the menu, I’ll be there!”
Summary
“A beacon of originality in a slightly characterless property development in Ealing Broadway” – this Hispanic venture with South American influences from a Colombian chef is, say fans, “a perfect blend of neighbourhood restaurant and Spanish fine dining”. It was already a hot ticket locally before a rave January 2024 review from Giles Coren in The Times brought it to wider attention and perhaps inevitably one or two sceptics fear hype: “it is enjoyable but I feel that its reputation now creates excessive expectations”.
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Have you eaten at Rayuela?
9 Dickens Yard, London, W5 2TD
Rayuela Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Eaten there over a dozen times. Never fails to impress!"
"I have been to Rayuela on a number of occasions both with clients and family and friends. It is a real gem in Ealing where there has been a sparsity of good restaurants since the demise of Charlotte's Place on Ealing Common. The food is always very good. A Spanish twist but not your run of the mill Spanish tapas restaurant which, in London at least, can be pretty ordinary. There are regular changes to the menu to keep it interesting. Some mainstays that I particularly enjoy are the iberico ham and the pluma iberico (a cut of pork that I had never previously come across in the UK). I have recently had ox steak (or buey) for the first time which is not something I have previously seen on menus in London - expertly cooked by the skilled young chef Andreas. When the carabinero prawns appear on the menu you will be sure to find me there - sweeter and more flavoursome than lobster. Andreas comes up with some interesting and delicious combinations and ideas. One to watch. The wine selection is solid. With an obvious Spanish focus there are some lovely wines beyond the Riojas that one would expect to find. I have enjoyed exploring the selection from Ribera del Duero and the lesser known wine producing regions. All in all I cannot fault it. The host, Miguel, is knowledgable and welcoming."
"If you're craving authentic Spanish food in London then look no further than Rayuela in Ealing! Situated in the newly developed Dicken's Yard & easily accesibly by the Elizabeth Line this is truly one of my favourite spots to visit. The food is rich, hearty & packs a punch. The menu is extensive & ever evolving so each trip is exciting as I'm guaranteed a new dish to try out. Your meal can be paired with a classic Spanish beer (my husband's favourite), a variety of wines or a cocktail of your choice. However, the best part of the restaurant is not the food or the drinks but the service itself! The owner Miguel along with his chefs & staff are extremely knowledgable and welcoming - they make every visit a homely & warm experience."
"Rayuela is in many ways a unique restaurant- unique in terms of anything comparable in Ealing, unique in terms of its Spanish authenticity and unique in terms of its slightly quirky feel. It also offers first class food and drink served by people who really care. It is a gem."
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £26.00 | £30.00 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main |
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| £12.00 | £35.00 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £42.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
9 Dickens Yard, London, W5 2TD
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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