Gourmet Sausages
Ruben Dawnay emerged from the lockdown ashes by smoking meats and home-curing fish in the garden of his parents’ Brixton home. Inspired by his Polish-Jewish heritage and a passion for smoke, fire and hospitality, he founded Ruben’s Reubens, a barbecue concept that has since become one of London’s most exciting food brands.
Since launching, Ruben has been recognised as one of CODE Hospitality’s 30 Under 30 Rising Stars, featured in The Maldon Salt 50, and named Condé Nast Traveller’s One to Watch at the UK Top New Restaurant Awards 2024.
From sold-out pop-ups and residencies across the capital to cooking at Meatopia, Fume, Darby’s and Peckham Arches, Ruben has built a reputation for bold, smoke-led cooking and unforgettable hospitality. Whether serving towering sandwiches, low-and-slow barbecue or collaborating with some of the industry’s most respected names, he continues to leave a trail of smoke wherever he goes.
Now, Ruben is entering a new chapter with Ruben’s Reubens at Fulham Pier. Here, he will be bringing his signature approach to smoke and flavour to a new audience, hand making premium sausages using fantastic quality produce.