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La Real Paella is a food stall located in Chapel Market that serves authentic Spanish street food. Specializing in four different types of paellas, the restaurant takes pride in cooking their dishes to perfection with a crispy layer of socarrat on the bottom. Whether you're planning an event or looking for a delicious meal, La Real Paella offers variety and excitement to suit your taste buds.

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12/05/2026

Big thanks to Matt Bianga from Biangabites for stopping by and showing love to La Real Paella 🇪🇸🥘

Always nice when people that actually know food appreciate what we do… proper paella, cooked fresh, big flavours and no shortcuts.

Chicken & chorizo doing damage as always 😮‍💨🔥 appreciate the support brother ❤️

07/05/2026

Oye my people…

We’re BACK this weekend at the Reading Food Festival and you already know what that means — paella’s on fire, the pans are sizzling and the vibes are HIGH!

This Saturday from 11:00 to 18:00 we’re bringing full flavour, full passion and proper Andalusian street food energy to one of the biggest food festivals in the UK. Top traders from all over the country, amazing food everywhere… and La Real right in the middle of the madness bringing that fuego like only we do.

Expect giant pans of Chicken & Chorizo Paella, seafood specials, big portions and proper street food done the La Real way.

Today we’re at Chapel Market serving the people as always… and tomorrow it’s BLACK FRIDAY — arroz negro day 🖤🥘

Come hungry, bring your people and let’s make this weekend a BIG one.

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26/04/2026

20/04/2026

A new chapter begins for La Real Paella.

Proud to bring our authentic Spanish flavours to JP Morgan in London. From the markets to one of the world’s leading offices, the journey keeps growing — with the same passion, fresh ingredients, and live-cooked paella that started it all.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. This is only the beginning.

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13/02/2026

Black Friday? Forget Amazon bruv…

At La Real Paella every Friday is BLACK FRIDAY 🖤🥘
That means proper Arroz Negro on the pan – squid ink, fresh seafood, deep flavour, cooked from scratch like we do it in Spain 🇪🇸

No BS. No shortcuts. Just real rice, real fire, real flavour.

If you’re around Chapel Market today, you already know where to be.
Come hungry, Ask for more Alioli 😎🔥

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08/02/2026

Yesterday La Real Paella team absolutely smashed it — feeding 600 hungry Oxford brains at ETH Oxford for the third year running.

2026 is already looking seriously busy and 2027 bookings are starting to come in too. Massive thanks to everyone who keeps trusting us year after year.

If you need proper paella for a wedding, corporate event, festival or any kind of get-together, you know where we are.

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12/01/2026

We’re back, my people! 🙌 This Wednesday marks our first day back at Chapel Market after a month-long hiatus. Your paella fix will finally be ready for all of you on January 14th!

04/01/2026

✨ Thank You to All Our Amazing Customers ✨

We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported us with events at The Arsenal at Saint Thomas Road, Chapel Market and beyond. Your trust, loyalty, and enthusiasm mean the world to us.

This past year has been truly incredible — we broke another record for private bookings, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We’re also so grateful to all the new customers who joined us along the way — welcome to the family!

Looking ahead, we’re excited to share that we have a big project starting in March 2026, and next year is already almost fully booked. The support and love we’ve received motivates us to keep raising the bar.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you all for being part of our journey. We can’t wait to create even more unforgettable events together. 💛

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10/12/2025

Thank you ALL for voting for us as Best Trader of the Year 2025 and making us champions for the 3rd year in a row! 🤘🏽🔥
Muchas gracias, my people! You make this small business better every single day, and we couldn’t do it without your love and support. 🫶🏾🥘😘🍺

A quick update:
📍 This Friday will be our last day at Chapel until January 13th.
📍 This Saturday will be our last match at the Arsenal until January.
We’re going on Christmas holidays from December 15th to January 12th so we can recharge our batteries for an amazing 2026 ahead! ✈️🇪🇸🇵🇱

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas, and I hope to see you this week before we fly! 🎄❤️🥘

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03/12/2025

#✨ THANK YOU, ISLINGTON! ✨
We’re incredibly grateful for everyone who voted for us for Best Street Food Trader in Islington! Your support means everything ❤️🔥

🎉 This Saturday we celebrate at Chapel Market — joined by the Mayor of Islington AND Santa! Come down, enjoy the vibes, and celebrate with us 🎅🏽🏅

⚽ TODAY we’re back on Saint Thomas Road for Arsenal Match Day!
Catch us 2 hours before kick-off and right after the match serving our two classics you all love! Come hungry 😉🔥

Thank you for being part of our journey — let’s keep the flavour alive! ❤️🍽️

28/11/2025

🎉 Black Friday at Chapel Market… but for La Real Paella, EVERY Friday is Black Friday! 🖤
We’re cooking up our Arroz Negro with our signature Alioli, served hot, fresh, and packed with flavour right here on Chapel Market TODAY! 🔥🍤

No discounts — just real paella, real flavour, real happiness.
And honestly… Chapel Market looks incredible right now. All the Xmas trees and decorations are making the whole place feel extra Christmassy, and we’re loving every second of it! 🎄✨

Come grab a plate, enjoy the vibe, and celebrate this festive Friday with us!
La Real Paella – where every Friday is already Black Friday. 😉

11/11/2025

We’re back at Chapel Market, my people!

After a lovely weekend break, the paella pans are sizzling again — but just for TODAY and TOMORROW! 🥘🔥

We’re off for a family christening back home 👶✈️, so we won’t be back until next Tuesday.

So if you’ve been craving that paella fix, this is your moment! Come grab your portion, share the love, and let’s make these two days full of flavour and smiles! 😋❤️

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🕐 Open: Today & Tomorrow only!

See you soon, my people! 🇪🇸💛

14/09/2025

🙏✨ A massive THANK YOU to the Arsenal Family for another amazing SOLD OUT match! 🔴⚪️ Your support means the world to us.

This month has been our busiest since we opened the market — with 11 events and 2 tastings, both of which were a huge success! 🎉🥘

We’ve got some exciting news coming soon 👀🔥 so keep an eye out…

This week you’ll find us at Chapel Market as usual, and on Sunday we’re back with our Arsenal family for the big Arsenal vs Man City clash! ⚽️

See you soon, amigos! ❤️💛

11/08/2025

🥘 Big news from us! 🥘

We’ve been getting busier and busier with weddings, corporate gigs and private parties… so we thought it was about time to give our catering its own space here on Instagram.

Welcome to La Real Catering — where you’ll see all the behind-the-scenes action from our bigger events, the giant paella pans, the happy faces, and of course, plenty of sizzling, freshly cooked food.

And we’re not just about paella!
We also create mini tapas, canapés & pintxos, Sangria bars, food bowls, churro stations, flamenco shows, Spanish ham master carvers, and much more — all tailored to bring the authentic flavour and atmosphere of Spain to your event.

We’re proud to be the best rated paella business in the UK, and for the last two years running, Best Street Food Trader in Islington. We’ve cooked for amazing names like Monzo, Arsenal FC, BBC, and Warner Bros. — and now we’d love to cook for you.

Whether it’s a wedding, a corporate event, or any celebration, we bring the flavour of Spain to your guests with passion, skill, and a touch of theatre.

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📅 Bookings now open for 2025–2026 — DM us to secure your date.

07/08/2025

THANK YOU, GUNNERS ❤️💛
Massive shoutout to all the Arsenal fans who came down yesterday — sorry about the result, but we hope our paella lifted your spirits! 🥘🔥

TODAY is our last day at Chapel Market before we go on holiday! We’ll be back serving you again from the 26th — so if you need one more taste of La Real Paella, today’s your chance! 💥

Vamos a por todas — see you at the stall!

Address

Chapel Market
London
N1 9EZ

To get to Chapel Market in London, you can take the London Underground and get off at Angel station. From there, it's a 5-minute walk to reach Chapel Market.

Alternatively, you can take a bus that stops at Chapel Market, such as the 19 or 38.

If driving, there are parking options available nearby on Charlton Place and Claremont Square. However, parking can be limited in this busy area. Be sure to check local signage for restrictions and fees.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 5pm
Thursday	11:30am - 5pm
Friday	11:30am - 5pm
Saturday	11:30am - 5pm

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What people say

La Real Paella is a must-visit food stall located in the heart of Chapel Market, London. This authentic Spanish street food stand offers four different kinds of paellas that are cooked to perfection. The paellas are made with fresh ingredients and have a crispy layer of socarrat on the bottom that adds a delicious crunch to every bite.

La Real Paella is perfect for those who are looking for an ultimate paella experience. They offer a variety of toppings and flavors to choose from, ensuring that there is something for everyone. Whether you're planning a party, corporate event or just looking for a delicious meal, La Real Paella has got you covered.

The crispy layer of socarrat on the bottom of the pan is what sets La Real Paella apart from other paella places. It's a true delicacy in Spain, and La Real Paella brings that same authentic flavor to their customers in London.

Despite being closed on special occasions like when Sevilla FC clinched their 7th Europa League title, La Real Paella always returns with their utmost dedication to serve their loyal customers. So if you're craving some authentic Spanish street food, head over to La Real Paella at Chapel Market and indulge in their mouth-watering paellas!

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