Haylaz Brasserie
Upper Holloway, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Haylaz Brasserie is best treated as an easy local London option rather than a destination booking. Go when convenience, a relaxed setting, simple group logistics matter more than awards, chef-led cooking, or a wine-list-driven meal; compare with Bull & Last or The Parakeet if the occasion needs a more defined point of view.
About Haylaz Brasserie
Haylaz Brasserie is a London venue with a smart-casual dress code and a published weekly opening pattern. The practical case for considering it is the schedule: Haylaz Brasserie is open Monday and Wednesday from 10 AM to 9:30 PM, closed Tuesday, open Thursday and Friday from 10 AM to 11 PM, Saturday from 9 AM to 11 PM, Sunday from 9 AM to 9:30 PM. Use those hours as the main planning signal.
Use it for a smart-casual London visit
Haylaz Brasserie is best considered as a London option with confirmed hours and a smart-casual dress code. That matters if timing and dress code are the deciding factors. Check directly with the venue for specifics such as cuisine, wine list, tasting menu, chef counter, awards history, or special format.
That does not make it a bad choice. It means the decision should be clean. Consider it when the timing works and the group is comfortable with a smart-casual setting. Look elsewhere, or confirm directly, when the brief depends on menu details, dietary needs, prices, a drinks programme, or a particular style of service.
When to go and what to compare it against
The opening hours give the clearest planning guidance. Monday and Wednesday close at 9:30 PM, Thursday through Saturday run later, Sunday closes at 9:30 PM. Tuesday is closed. Weekend opening starts at 9 AM, while most other open days begin at 10 AM.
For comparison, Bull & Last and The Parakeet are useful names to cross-check if availability, timing, or occasion makes Haylaz Brasserie less convenient. Rossella, KKINI, Kossoffs are also worth comparing when deciding between London dining options.
Planning details
- Location
- 153 Fortess Rd, London NW5 2HR, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- haylaz.uk
- Phone
- +442036011900
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Haylaz Brasserie reads as a classic neighbourhood room rooted in north London’s brasserie tradition. It occupies a Victorian-era streetscape where large sash windows bring daylight into a narrow footprint, and a bar near the entrance frames the arrival experience. The tone skews relaxed and local: this is a place built for repeat visits rather than theatrical first impressions. Its modest, working-street location and steady regulars give the place a quiet charm—an unflashy, historically inflected brasserie that values comfort and familiarity over trend-driven spectacle.
Best For
Haylaz is best suited to relaxed daytime and evening visits where groups with varied appetites can find something on the menu. It operates comfortably as a brunch destination—signature dishes like Turkish Eggs and Shakshuka Delight underline that suitability—while the broader brasserie menu makes it an easy choice for dinner and shared group dining. The setting invites casual catch-ups, weekend brunches, and neighbourhood gatherings rather than formal celebrations, offering reliable, approachable Mediterranean cooking in a local, return-visitor–oriented room.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the venue’s signature plates: Turkish Eggs and the Shakshuka Delight make sensible brunch picks, showcasing the kitchen’s Mediterranean-Turkish angle. For a heartier main, the Butterfly Grilled Chicken Breast is a clear house recommendation. Because the menu is described as broad enough to suit differing appetites at one table, order a mix of these standout dishes and shareable plates so the table can sample across flavours. Stick to familiar favourites on first visits—the place rewards repeat visits rather than theatrical one-offs.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed and stylish interior with cosy garden area, warm Mediterranean hospitality and modern comfort.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Turkish Eggs
- Shakshuka Delight
- Butterfly Grilled Chicken Breast
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- KKINI, Notable alternative
- Rossella, Notable alternative
- Bull & Last, Gastropub, Traditional British, ££
- The Parakeet, Modern British, £££
- Kossoffs, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares with nearby London options
Haylaz Brasserie is the easiest recommendation when the brief is low-pressure local dining and booking friction matters. Bull & Last gives you a clearer gastropub identity at ££, so it is the better choice when the group wants Traditional British cooking and a pub atmosphere rather than a general brasserie feel.
The Parakeet sits higher at £££ and makes more sense for a planned dinner where ambience and Modern British cooking are part of the point. Choose Haylaz Brasserie for an easier, more casual meal; choose The Parakeet when the night needs more polish and the higher spend is acceptable.
KKINI, Rossella, Kossoffs are the useful backup checks when location or availability decides the booking. If the group is flexible on format, compare those first by neighbourhood convenience and the kind of room you want, then use Haylaz Brasserie when ease beats ceremony.
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Compare Haylaz Brasserie
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haylaz Brasserie | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| KKINI | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Rossella | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Bull & Last | London | Gastropub, Traditional British | ££ | 2026 Estrella Damm Top 100 Gastropubs · #39Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #754The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6052024 Michelin Plate |
| The Parakeet | London | Modern British | £££ | 2026 Estrella Damm Top 100 Gastropubs · #61Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Kossoffs | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Haylaz Brasserie accommodate groups?
If you are planning for several people, contact Haylaz Brasserie directly and use the confirmed opening hours as your starting point: it is closed Tuesday, open until 11 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, open until 9:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Sunday.
How far ahead should I book Haylaz Brasserie?
Plan around the confirmed schedule: Monday and Wednesday run from 10 AM to 9:30 PM, Tuesday is closed, Thursday and Friday run from 10 AM to 11 PM, Saturday runs from 9 AM to 11 PM, Sunday runs from 9 AM to 9:30 PM.
What should a first-timer know about Haylaz Brasserie?
Haylaz Brasserie is in London, the dress code is smart casual, the venue has published opening hours across every day except Tuesday. Specifics such as cuisine, menu, prices, drinks, service format are not listed.
Is lunch or dinner better at Haylaz Brasserie?
The venue is open during daytime hours on its open days, with later closing on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Check directly with Haylaz Brasserie for current meal periods and menu availability.
Is Haylaz Brasserie good for a special occasion?
Haylaz Brasserie has a smart-casual dress code, but details that would define a special-occasion experience are not listed. If you need a particular menu, price point, drinks focus, or room style, confirm directly or compare with Bull & Last and The Parakeet before deciding.
What are alternatives to Haylaz Brasserie in London?
Comparison options include KKINI, Rossella, Kossoffs, Bull & Last, The Parakeet. Use them as cross-checks for availability and fit.
