Reviewing an EXPENSIVE vs CHEAP BREAKFAST in CENTRAL LONDON!

[@DrFrankLondon]

The Wolseley is a great experience and all over very high quality, never had breakfast there, but had dinner there several times. Never been to the Portland cafe, but will pay them a visit as soon as possible to have a full English, been a while. Great concept and great reviews as always, Gary. Keep up the fabulous work you guys are doing. 😀

[@chrisnewell2107]

The Wolseley was a world-famous car dealership, then became a renowned branch of Barclays bank and now serves overpriced breakfasts because the Ritz is next door.

[@patrickbrett1552]

@@chrisnewell2107 putting on the Ritz.

[@GaryEats]

Really appreciate that my friend, your comments are always much appreciated. Have a great week! Glad you enjoyed the Wolseley as much as I did!

[@xarisstylianou]

By the looks it's not for me The sausage is overrated and just half a bloody tomato the eggs are too freash also not excluding the tea Before I forget were is the toast ???

[@noodles341]

​@@xarisstylianou😂😂🤣🤣🐑🐑🐑

[@ThanhBenMansour]

I would go for the Portland Cafe simply because I like supporting small businesses that operate on a tiny profit margin. Times are hard for these small business owners and they always hope their great prices and high quality bring in loyal customers.

[@GaryEats]

Very good point and I would agree with you :)

[@WaferBrik]

Well said!

[@murphyandmurphybrand]

Id say it’s all relative. Paying for that location, the chefs, the quality waiting staff, the ingredients.

[@seanfolan1730]

Portland cafe is very good been there a few times 👌🏻

[@plummet3860]

tiny profit margin? they are selling £1.50 worth of food for £7.50

[@lesleyfarrington4809]

Was going to say the Wolseley price wasn't too bad for the experience until I realised you had to pay so much for the tea, no toast and the service charge. The Portland sounded fantastic value for such good food.

[@GaryEats]

Spot on Lesley.

[@grangetowncardiff6935]

15% service charge is ,quite simply, robbery. Just be honest and put your prices up. What charlatans!!

[@chrisw138]

Yeah, I bet the staff don't get 15% of the takings.

[@micahgreene4573]

​@@grangetowncardiff6935people criticize the tipping policy here in the US. At least we can control the percentage.

[@phbrinsden]

As a Brit in Texas I don’t miss a chance for a full English. One of the very best I have ever had was in the United Airlines lounge at Heathrow. I had time to burn so I went to the lounge with my pass and I was astonished to see everything for a full English laid out buffet style. You could have whatever you want and it was all fresh and piping hot. Needless to say the next meal offered in flight was given a pass as I was stuffed!

[@GaryEats]

Wow. I might have to do that if I end up in the States!

[@kevinrakow380]

I have been to a lot of United lounges globally and the one at Heathrow is the best. Sort of surprised that it is the best English you have had there but it is an excellent lounge.

[@stephaniewhite9526]

What I really enjoy about your videos is how you make the content so interesting and leave it to us to help you decide too. I'd enjoy both breakfasts but just on the strength of value, the Portland Cafe looked a really nice breakfast for Central London. Thank you for all the great videos.

[@GaryEats]

I appreciate your kind comments as always Stephanie. Completely agree with your assessment as well, thank you so much.

[@adrianpoole9201]

I couldn't have said it better myself.

[@scarlett918]

I loved the ambience and deco of the Wolseley, but the price was too high. The breakfast itself looked superb and of high quality. Maybe a special treat would take me there for breakfast. The Portland seemed to be a nice cosy little cafe, the breakfast a standard decent one. You are right, the Wolseley put Harrods to shame. Sort your breakfasts out Harrods!

[@GaryEats]

Fair enough and I completely agree with you. Harrods... wow. So poor. Thanks for watching!

[@FRAG1979]

I remember when I first moved to London and was looking for a fry up one day. Came across the Portland cafe and it was magical. Was sat beside three old jewish ladies down the back who were eating bowls of custard covered sponge! The fry was amazing, best black pudding I've ever had in London!

[@GaryEats]

It's a lovely cafe isn't it?

[@sheilam4525]

That was a very expensive breakfast, Gary, but there was no doubting the quality and the overall ambiance. However, it would be the small cafe for me every time!😊

[@jamesprice4647]

Like having a drink on St Mark's Square you are paying for an aesthetic experience in the Wolseley.

[@GaryEats]

No problem Sheila... same for me as well!

[@heidifogelberg3544]

​@jamesprice4647 You remind me of a visit to Venice with my mom about 5 years before she died. She'd had very little chance to travel outside the US and really wanted to enjoy it. There was a gelateria on St Mark's with tables set out in the plaza. We were urged by multiple people not to waste our money (as gelatto could be bought from the same shop for carry and eat MUCH more cheaply). But she wanted to sit and enjoy being where she was. We got an ice cream concoction that came on a silver tray, with multiple lavish dishes containing whipped cream (not the spray-can sort, but cream, whipped with sugar and vanilla), cherry sauce, chocolate sauce, and additional crumbled cookies to sprinkle over as we progressed through the really very impressive amount of completely delicious vanilla and cherry gelattos. I ordered a glass of prosecco, because vacation, and she had a bottle of sparkling water. Including the service charge, about which the waiter was very apologetic and concerned that we were aware, we spent around 40 euros. Best money I spent that trip. I can still see mom sitting there, smiling and listening (half understanding, because accent) to that wonderfully kind young waiter telling her about the history of the square, and eating her gelatto. I had to help her, and then my sister and niece came along to tell us how we could have spent less at the counter. We absolutely could have. But I have the memory of that hour in St Mark's when mom was happy and enjoying the big world, feeding cookie crumbs to the pigeons, and I would do it again every time.

[@robertleach9120]

Hello Gary. Both places had quality breakfasts in their own way. However, being a Yorkshireman, I'd opt for the Little Portland Cafe as it was still quality at a much cheaper price. The Wolseley ('ow much for a bacon roll??) would still be a good experience for the ambience and quality breakfast (maybe once). Our best experience when we were in the UK was the Regency Cafe as I've mentioned before. Iconic ! I am amazed that you managed 2 breakfasts though ! PS - does the cameraman get fed on your videos? (LOL). I must say English breakfasts far outdo the ones here. Loving your channel & keep up the good work !

[@GaryEats]

I think that's completely fair Robert. The Portland Cafe was a lovely little place and I would highly recommend giving it a try when you're next in London. Thanks as always and have a good week!

[@Gius3pp3K]

Yorkshiremen have short arms and deep pockets 😂

[@andrewroberts4736]

Another successful and interesting review. I would have gone for the Wolseley. I love streaky bacon and a good real black pudding. I would like a nice fried slice for the eggs to sit on!! I would have expected the tea to be included. Keep up the great work.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Andrew once again. Really appreciate it! The Wolseley location was incredibly nice as well.

[@StephenH-ms9og]

I couldn’t justify the price at the Wolseley. I’d feel more comfortable at the Portland both with the surroundings and quality/price. Impressed with the sauces and the Cumberland sausage.

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree with you!

[@peaceLove1988]

The little Portland cafe is a real gem. What a bargain.

[@GaryEats]

Fantastic little place.

[@plummet3860]

I think me and you have different views regarding a bargain

[@tomawen5916]

Love the review! In the States I have to make my own English breakfast. So fried eggs, beans, (Canadian) bacon (but my son prefers American smoked bacon), big sausage(s), cooked tomatoes, mushrooms but everyone wants more hash browns/fried potatoes instead of mushrooms or tomatoes. And no one wants tea or black pudding...except me (then again I was born in Canada and raised properly until we headed south in the 1970's)

[@GaryEats]

Thank you!

[@fionacotter4287]

Wish you had tried the bubble! Food looked lovely at the Wolesley but a shame it didn’t come with either fried bread, toast or at least bread and butter for the price. Hubby Joe would have loved the black pud!

[@GaryEats]

Will try the bubble next time. Had lots of people telling me that I need to have more bubble!

[@nigel8499]

Personally I wouldn't pay £23 for a breakfast, but I understand why people would. Breathtakingly beautiful building and quality ingredients. Nice for special occasions so I'd pick the café as my go to.... and the posh place for Weddings, funerals and bar mitsfas. Lol

[@GaryEats]

I agree, Nigel. It's not something I would do normally but I love bringing these types of videos to you all and it's a good experience nonetheless. Haha, thanks for watching!

[@jamesdobson5022]

Bar mitzvah’s !!! Oi veh !!!

[@michaelvrabel4517]

what a good idea gary , to compare the two venues.they both looked like a good breakfast .but because of the price at the wolseley that would have to be a treat.the portland looked good value and as a working class lad , that would be my choice .keep up the good work gary .

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Michael... really appreciate that. I can't disagree with your choice either!

[@leeirvine1784]

I was very impressed with the Breakfast at the Little Portland Cafe, also big thumbs up for not using normal (dreadful) catering sausage!!

[@andrewroberts4736]

The sausage defines the quality of the breakfast in my opinion. As soon as you see the catering chip shop sausage, I'm just not a fan.

[@leeirvine1784]

@@andrewroberts4736 It’s dreadful isn’t it!!

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree. Lovely little cafe and I will be going back!

[@pamelareynolds3581]

Everything looks absolutely amazing. Enjoy my taste buds are going crazy.

[@mistersmithson4321]

Man such quality content for such a small channel, so happy youtube recommended your channel to me, I love watching your videos.

[@GaryEats]

Welcome aboard! Extremely kind words - thank you.

[@Maureen-p3o]

We need more corner cafes but it is good for you to live it up .. and see what we Are missing 😊

[@GaryEats]

I agree Maureen.

[@herberthartwig8544]

New Subscriber Gary, enjoyed watching this but as a pensioner I would have too use the Portland, will catch up with your other videos at my leisure 👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for subbing! Really glad you're enjoying my videos!

[@alanthomson1227]

Looked really nice , I would have thought the tea strainer would have been turned while pouring and then turned back to catch any drips after pour stoped .

[@martinlove7073]

😂

[@GaryEats]

It was lovely. The tea was good... even if I didn't know how to properly work the thing!

[@AM-qp2wx]

Yes, Alan.....I had a giggle as well! He'll know next time!

[@nicholasfarrer1032]

I loved the 2nd breakfast you had , the cup of tea looked huge too & brown sauce is a must with a full english another excellent video 😊👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Nicholas :)

[@kerrys5540]

Being a Midlands girl I can't justify the price at the hotel. Obviously the produce is great quality but £23 for an expensive sausage, black pudding and eggs is a lot. I thought the tea would be included 😅. At that price I would want to take one of the "condiments" home with me.

[@jamesprice4647]

You are paying to be there - are people in the Midlands not keen on the occasional splurge?

[@kerrys5540]

@@jamesprice4647 not at that price lol. I get you are paying for the ambiance and prestige but to not get a cuppa included either I thought was expensive. The beans and half a tomato are pence. A sausage and 2 eggs and few streaky bacon cost £23. I'm sure it was delicious but in my opinion too expensive for meal served. ...yes Midlanders are scrooges haha

[@GaryEats]

That's a fair comment. I don't usually go to places the Woseley - it's strictly for content only haha. Thanks for watching!

[@kerrys5540]

@@GaryEats It's great that you went there and dine at a variety of places. I love watching all kinds. It would be boring if you just did posh or cheap 🙂

[@samjones4323]

Ur right love anyone that pays that is nuts 🥜

[@SagaLarton]

Gary brilliant as always. I would go for the expensive one, yes. But if I was having breakfast out most mornings then it would be the cheaper Caf. your food reviews . I mean this you are about the best in the country.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you and great choice, your comment was lovely thank you

[@jay-lm4we]

The expensive one for a treat every now and again but that second place would be where I'd be eating most of the time 👍

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree. Thanks for watching!

[@wanderlusting2560]

Can't wait to visit in a couple of weeks, for sure I will be stopping by the little Portland Cafe. Thank you Gary for finding this gem

[@GaryEats]

This is definitely worth a visit

[@kevincallaghan326]

Why doesn't the Wolseley serve toast with their full breakfast? I can't imagine not wanting toast - and butter - with this delicious-looking breakfast!

[@GaryEats]

I thought that was a bit mean as well.

[@moorenicola6264]

What on earth?! I thought the toast must have been off camera! You can't have a fry without toast!

[@sbender3787]

I wondered this also. No toast to dip in your yolk?

[@joshthomas9330]

They do its an extra 14.99

[@moorenicola6264]

@@joshthomas9330 Stop! Surely nobody could charge 15 quid for toast!

[@kevin85858]

They are worlds apart , definitely the cafe if just out for a Friday breakfast with the lads from work .Now if I was down in London for a weekend with my other half we,d find the Wolseley a memorable treat , You pay for the service and the ambience , the cafe looked good but hey a mug of tea or delivered in fancy silverware .Another entertaining video Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Kevin!

[@dazza9448]

That guy behind you is absolutely mesmerised by the fact you’re being filmed eating a breakfast 😂

[@GaryEats]

Lol I noticed that as well.

[@lilcoffeebandit]

that was so funny, i became mesmerised by the mesmerised guy

[@RLJIM]

You don't get those folk in the Wolseley

[@catificationcorner]

@@RLJIM unnecessary. Times have changed.

[@leighmac1625]

@@catificationcornernot for the better

[@palace1439]

Nice looking sausage and bacon at the Portland. Just round the corner from where I use to work over 25 years ago. Nice to see toast and tea included for a change.

[@GaryEats]

Portland is excellent. Highly recommend it Palace. Thanks for watching :)

[@johnmccormack4498]

Watching the poached eggs I'd give my left arm to know how they cooked it to that shape and to perfection. You'd have to give the first place a whirl at least once but fir me you can't beat a decent caff just like the one you visited. Lovely.

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree John. I could never get them like that either. Looking forward to what Dublin has to offer in the form of breakfasts when I'm there soon.

[@johnmccormack4498]

Looking forward to it Gary!

[@maggieso1582]

You get some eggs and prepare an ice water bath. Leave eggs out for 1 min. Bring water to a boil and put the eggs in for around 7.5-8 mins (my estimate is based on how runny it looks in your vid). Then take the eggs out and leave in ice bath for around 4 mins for them to cool. Then you can eat or store in the fridge. The timing can vary depending on number of eggs, the type of pot, how hot/cold the water is, so you can experiment and tweak. The theory is basically you cook the eggs to the desired consistency and then immediately cool it to stop it from cooking further. Much cheaper, but do use high quality eggs as you are eating them semi-raw!

[@lindagrainger8765]

I would definitely go to the Portland cafe, the bacon looked very good all the Breakfast 🍳 looked good plus you got toast 2 slices, I did not see any toast on your Breakfast at the Worsley anyway Gary you enjoyed it, keep on Tasting keep up the good work as usual THANK YOU.

[@GaryEats]

I went back to the Portland Café and the food was excellent, Linda

[@YvonneMaughan]

Was a very expensive breakfast Gary , but the quality was there ,but for me is the little Portland cafe great videos x

[@GaryEats]

Totally agree and thank you so much.

[@nfisher6502]

I love watching your videos. Keep up the good work. For me the worsley for a special occasion/ treat. The Portland looked a more relaxing place to eat and great value for money.

[@GaryEats]

Ah that’s much appreciated my friend, glad you like them.

[@andyhibbert842]

hi gary, both looked good but i would go to cafe anytime, good content as usual.

[@GaryEats]

You and me both! The café was excellent and the owners are very friendly as well.

[@ChristopherRobertHarris]

The poached eggs looked like perfection to be honest.

[@GaryEats]

They were pretty spot on. Thanks for watching!

[@DerrickWhittle-mm7jz]

Looked so round and looked it up extra step of service and expenpertise.

[@ritadonnelly8820]

breakfast look like shit

[@jamesprice4647]

Really enjoying your movies. The art-deco design of the Wolseley is exquisite. Former car showroom. Suggest you do cocktails and nibbles in Duke's Hotel nearby.

[@GaryEats]

Great suggestion and thank you. The deco is incredible.

[@miacat1727]

Can't compare when you only pick a small breakfast, if you couldn't manage a full breakfast then don't eat the same in one day. Unfair contest from the start. But I'd pick the cheap option full breakfast, it looked much nicer & came with toast & proper bacon.

[@GaryEats]

Already been addressed. Thanks for watching!

[@samtaholo]

Agreed - the Portland Cafe was always going to suffer due to the 'second breakfast' setup. Appetite is a crucial factor in this sort of review.

[@martynweigh4541]

I thought the same, unfair video,food always tastes better when you're hungry.Bet if he went to Portland first it would be a different outcome.

[@europa2000man]

Great video as always. These videos always makes me hungry. Also, as my mother and I always say, you can’t have a fry up without the brown sauce. If you do come to Ireland sometime, you should try the Chef Brown Sauce with a fry up here. It’s the Irish brown sauce.

[@GaryEats]

Great to hear. Can't wait to come over.

[@pepsi9933]

You should of asked the guy in the cafe eyeballing the cameraman his opinion of the breakfast 😂

[@GaryEats]

The cameraman told me about this afterwards... he better not be trying to poach him away from me. Haha, thanks for watching!

[@13thcentury]

It's one of those... don't look at the prices and think of England type places 😅😅😅 Love it there.

[@bluefox9er]

Because of you I find myself subconsciously saying “ Let’s give it a go” on every area of my life. And I love it!!

[@nickbarnes9340]

Little Portland cafe seems amazing value especially in an expensive part of London.

[@GaryEats]

It's exceptional value. Could have got a huge breakfast for 8.50... excellent cafe.

[@davidweston4007]

Hi Gary . Good video ,but I had to smile,the tea strainer in the Wolsely ,when you use the strainer you rotate it ,the cup underneath is to catch any drips. 🇬🇧😂

[@GaryEats]

Sorry about that David. I'm used to just pouring my tea from a kettle haha. Thanks for watching!

[@johnbluett6079]

For most folks who want a cheap breaky got to be your second choice.. Got to be sausage , bacon beans, black pudding, mushrooms,.GOT TO BE TINNED TOMATOES AND FRIED BREAD. Not sure where hash browns sneaked in

[@GaryEats]

Agreed John!

[@taraelizabethdensley9475]

I like bubble and squeak rather then black pudding

[@bridgetlydon7]

Thank you for your time and review. Did you get any toast at the Wolseley? The poached eggs looked delish!

[@GaryEats]

I appreciate that, thank you and I did not

[@retrogamedreamer8761]

The Wolseley is a modern classic. Sometimes it’s difficult to imagine it hasn’t been there for 100 years. When I lived in London, it was a perfect place for a business breakfast meeting or a special lunch/dinner with loved ones and friends. You were rarely disappointed. I remember coming in there one day after the artist Lucian Freud passed away (he was a regular), they had one table with a black table cloth and a single candle burning all day in his memory. Pure class.

[@GaryEats]

I love the history side of London. A big reason why I chose the Wolseley. Excellent location and thanks for watching!

[@jeffreyroberts7438]

Lucian Freud could definitely afford it there😂

[@jimrichardson5849]

Enjoyed this as usual ….well done Gary . I would have to sprinkle some white pepper on the beans 🤣👍. Looking forward to the next review. 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Jim. Glad you're enjoying it! 👍

[@dianasullivan3285]

Yes the cafe breakfast looks nice, I like the bacon much better than that horrible streaky in the posh restaurant, I like streaky but for me it's got to be crispy, much nicer breakfast in the cafe

[@GaryEats]

I also much prefer back bacon. I've never been a fan of streaky bacon!

[@hugosbalder6139]

Love english breakfast, I prepare it often for my kids. Like your videos much, funny insight in english dining culture, sometimes scary, everytime quality time!!!!

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for watching and very kind of you :)

[@maximiliantiberiusvondavos3415]

I’d would have preferred you did the two on different days. And spent an extra £1

[@championwade6172]

I agree bro felt like you couldn’t really judge it not being the full breakfast at the second cafe

[@joecotter9014]

Good to see a £ comparison Gary - If I was simply hungry one morning in that area I'd go for the Portland, down to earth and decent value, however if i wanted to treat myself (and the Mrs) then i would definitely consider the Wolseley just for the surroundings alone. I'd probably have a hangover from the night before so wouldn't care too much about the £ there.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Joe! Hope you're keeping well mate. Haha deffo.

[@mollybrown465]

I've had a lovely breakfast in London. It costs about £12. It's in Baker Street on the corner downstairs looking across at Madame Tussaud's That includes tea/coffee and toast

[@GaryEats]

Do you have the name of that Molly? Thanks for watching!

[@mollybrown465]

@@GaryEats no sorry I don't know the name of it. It's the opposite end to the tube station, and the entrance is directly opposite the side of Tussaud's. They've usually got tables outside then the restaurant is downstairs. The choice of food is really good. I've had breakfast there every time I stay up

[@BELTED007]

Still catching up on older videos Gazza. My hod you’ve really upped the animation in your approach. So glad you’ve really become more yourself nowadays. Tracey xx 🇦🇺❤️😘💥😎

[@GaryEats]

I have got a little bit more confident now, Tracey xx

[@Now4wheels]

For the experience the Wolsey was very nice - breakfast well cooked -nice surroundings. Expensive though. The cafe was ordinary nice breakfast but very much cheaper. Again it depends what you want in life - but its the food you go to eat not the surroundings. Interesting to see the differences.

[@GaryEats]

Totally agree! Just a video to showcase the difference and also to show that the price point is based on location not food as both were great!

[@murtaghj]

Great video this. You are funny. Love it. As said on a previous comment of mine to a previous video, you're In my top three KZbin food reviewers. Class. Keep on Gary, we need ya

[@GaryEats]

Wow, thanks! All the best 😊

[@donaldduncan6017]

What a catchphrase LETS GIVE IT A GO!!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you. Been saying it all my life!!

[@sparkiegaz3613]

Second one for me ,,,ide max it out though 😂😂. Love your show feller I’m sure to visit a few when I return to Uk 👍👍👍👍

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind thank you very much

[@MDGolfaddict]

A great Vid Gary. The Wolseley looked a league above to that abysmal effort at Harrods. I never eat in the famous department stores restaurants as find them overpriced and lesser quality than say a restaurant around the corner a few seconds walk away

[@GaryEats]

Yes it was and I completely agree with you. I've been told to go back to Harrods to try their fish and chips... probably give it a miss!

[@MDGolfaddict]

@@GaryEats definitely give it a miss, Poppies is best Fish & Chips I’ve had in London. Better up North though being a Derbyshire native😉

[@stevekershaw6117]

Great video as ever Gary. Defo going to treat myself to the Wolseley. Keep up the good work. Steve

[@GaryEats]

It’s absolutely stunning inside and worth a visit for sure

[@chrisnewell2107]

Bodywarmer off = Posh food Bodywarmer on = Working class food. Love it 😂

[@GaryEats]

😁 Laughed out loud. I didn't even notice myself doing it!

[@johnm6683]

The Wolseley is one of my favorites in London. I always go for breakfast when I’m over. You can get a good fry up anywhere - should’ve ordered the devilled kidneys. An absolutely delicious, old school, hearty British breakfast. I get them every time. I like that the tea is a good old fashioned silver service too. The only downside is there are a lot of business meetings over breakfast - you have to listen to so much b.s. around you. Thanks for the videos.

[@GaryEats]

Loved the ambience at the Wolseley.

[@yogihaughton]

Essential on a breakfast is a potato dish, hash brown, potato cake/scone etc. You should let us know if eggs are free range or caged, as some of us don’t like eating caged hens eggs.

[@GaryEats]

Fair comment!

[@jokermaan1]

Not on a traditional English. Especially the American hash brown.

[@peternelson6142]

Great reviews! Its the Little Portland Cafe for me! Will definitely go!

[@GaryEats]

Hope you enjoy it and thank you!

[@joebarrett4353]

The bacon in the caff looked far superior to the bacon in the Wolseley

[@GaryEats]

Fair comment Joe. I prefer back bacon also!

[@Lukehutton123]

They both look lovely breakfast nice video to do both places hopefully you keeping well see you on the next video can't wait

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Luke - really appreciate that. Thanks for watching!

[@patrickbrett1552]

The cheaper breakfast looked just as good, if not better. Cannot justify the price difference. Still, if you're rich you pay for the ambience (no poor people).

[@GaryEats]

Fair comment. Luckily, I only do places like the Wolseley for content otherwise my wallet would be screaming at me!

[@patrickbrett1552]

@@GaryEats Thanks. I like nice places too, I just wanted to be clear on my reaction. Please keep up the good work. Love the show.

[@Sharon46T]

Ooh! This could be very interesting! I wonder which will win… (Expensive) The black pudding is the size of a hockey puck! 😂 Looks very nice and those poached eggs look perfect 👌 Not a smoked bacon fan myself (Inexpensive) Looks a cosy place 👍 The small breakfast doesn’t seem a fair comparison - does the big one have black pudding etc? For the comparison you could have gotten the big one and shared it with the cameraman 😕

[@petersmithson4644]

Boiled eggs with their shells off.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for watching Peter.

[@robertsims1427]

Another good video Gary, I have only just come across your channel and I'm really enjoying the videos.

[@GaryEats]

Lovely to hear Robert. Thanks for watching!

[@paulg0170]

No toast?

[@GaryEats]

No toast. Didn't come with the breakfast... an extra £5.50.

[@paulineparsons9399]

Looks beautiful inside....the food looked really nice....for the cost they should give toast as well.. as always you do a remarkable job

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@stuartallen8310]

For m the wolseley

[@darrengordon-hill]

2nd cafe lost me with the beans!! They look dry/hard and the sauce looks thin. And the egg don't look great. And there ain't much to look at

[@GaryEats]

Excellent quality of food and the venue was beautiful. A treat once in a while!

[@stuartallen8310]

I used to supply it with organic eggs from. Happy chickens

[@lisathorburn337]

Looks lovely. Tea strainer lesson needed, tilt slightly to the side. The base is for resting.

[@GaryEats]

Definitely needed Lisa!

[@AngusMacKinnon-xm5ko]

Hello yet again Gary. Could you please start this video all over again. I am afraid when you showed me menu at the Wolseley, and I saw the price of Classic Porridge, I am afraid I passed out. The wife had to bring out the defibrillator to get my old ticker working again. When I came to, you said the cup of tea at the W, cost FIVE QUID, and I passed out again. When I eventually recovered, I saw you get the Underground on the Jubilee Line. My mid went back to the many months I spent back in the Old Dart. I frequently got the train into London using the Jubilee Line. Brought back a lot of memories. Mate, the Portland Cafe is a place after my own heart. I would have had the steak for breakfast for £9.00. Have a great weekend my friend. Thanks again for a great presentation. Just sound a siren before you eat again in those posh joints although I thought the Poached Eggs and Black Pudding at the Big W looked and no doubt would have tasted like heaven Have a fantastic Weekend mate, and watch those pennies (I would have preferred the farthings to be honest) LOL!

[@GaryEats]

Hello Angus. Haha, I'm sorry for having such a bad effect on your health my friend. Please inform your wife that you should not be watching my videos anymore haha. Have a great weekend my friend and enjoy yourself. No more expensive places for a while me thinks, gotta watch my pennies (and one of my main subscribers health!)

[@theseeker3771]

It's all about the sausage. A cheap breakfast is always going to show itself by its poor quality sausage. Got to be lincolnshire sausage, Best sausages you can get. I think the second breakfast sausage looked dodgy didn't look like a Cumberland sausage more like some kind of Walls processed rubbish. Better off with a Wetherspoons.

[@jamesprice4647]

'spoons? Noooooooooo.

[@theseeker3771]

Yeah ok they're rubbish.... but very occasionally you get a good breakfast there...if you're particularly hung over or haven't eaten for three days.@@jamesprice4647

[@GaryEats]

Fair comment. I do agree with you on the sausage part, have to say that the sausage from Little Portland was really good. I don't think it was a catering sausage. Thanks for watching!

[@Oscarspaw1971]

I would of picked the Portland, reason being fantastic value for money with quality ingredients. Also looks a nice cost place to go. Wolsely looked very fancy and the food looked amazing but again with this current climate Portland offer so much for your money. Good review👍

[@GaryEats]

Good choice and thank you very much. Have a great week.

[@jshaers96]

Poached eggs with a Full English is unspeakable villainy. This is no time to be worrying about the healthy option. And for that price you'd think they'd throw in a whole tomato.

[@edmunddantes4757]

Poached eggs rule!

[@ItzDylanM]

​@edmunddantes4757 agreed.. but not in a full English they don't

[@geordiejones2]

Oh villainy, look at you with the big words 🤣🤣

[@GaryEats]

Agree to disagree on that one, I love poached eggs with a full English!

[@johnmc3862]

Unspeakable Villiany eh! 😂

[@karlx19]

Mind-boggling how the pot of tea in the first establishment costs nearly as much as your whole breakfast (including tea) in the second cafe- great review as always 😊

[@GaryEats]

That’s a great point thank you

[@geoffjoffy]

Interesting to see how both sides of breakfast life compare. The posh breakfast very nice, although I hate black pudding. 🤣The lower end of breakfast, yeah, good for what it was. You should have paid the extra £1 and see what you got. A £1 these days is like 10p of old. By the way, love your style. You have a very calming manner. Keep up the good work and vids. Cheers.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much Geoff. Much appreciated!

[@user-vr1mu9eb3p]

Hi , one of the staff in the background kept looking at your table, I think he knew he was in the film 😄 the tea rosey Lea had nice rich colour .

[@GaryEats]

Haha maybe!

[@davidcousins3508]

Your channel is whizzing along Gary …and I’m not surprised..it’s one of the best food reviews on You tube ..well presented,informative and honest ..both breakfasts looked great but I think the Portland gets my vote on value for money 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you David. Very kind of you to say.

[@MrVxrman]

The wolseley is very high end and for nearly thirty odd quid it should be. The Portland cafe seems very good and serves you a good meal at a very reasonable price. Thanks for sharing Gary ☕👍

[@susandavis4821]

Morning Gary I like the Wolseley, I met Nigel slater there for lunch quite a while ago and enjoyed the restaurant. Your breakfast looks good eggs done to perfection well cooked sausages just how I like them no to the black pudding but know you love it. Nice to see fresh tomato on than plate rather than the horrid tinned ones. I now its expensive but worth it as to the location etc. Now the cafe breakfast looked ok . When I think how much I charged for my breakfast when I had my cafe/bar £5 and it was good! shame I haven't got it now as would have loved you to visit. Glad you enjoyed the two breakfasts Gary you can't beat a fry up ah!

[@GaryEats]

Very nice Susan. Glad you like it 😊

[@lisabarton8079]

Hi Gary! Great recommendation thank you! We just gave Little Portland Cafe a go! - attentive staff.. good food … great value! Mushrooms & brown sauce 👌🏻 a recommendation for you to try … Andy’s Greek Taverna in Camden Town & Lokkanta in Bayswater .. enjoy! Paul & Lisa

[@GaryEats]

Hi Lisa and Paul, believe it or not I’m going back tomorrow myself as I don’t think I gave it a fair review first time but I’m so pleased you had a good time, both of you have a great week 😊

[@geordiejones2]

Yet another great vlog Gary to which i love these comparison one's. Now as to which one i preferred, The Portland won it hands down for me. There prices were amazing, but it was the Bacon that did it. As soon as the first clip came on i thought the bacon looked poor at the Wolseley, and nearly £6 for a tea NO WAY !!. Sorry i have to disagree but like i said 100% Portland for me. I did notice at the Wolseley the waiter was constantly watching you, is that because he wants to be a star on Gary Eats, or does your cameraman look a bit doggy 🤣🤣🤣 Chris.

[@GaryEats]

Hi Chris. Good to hear from you my friend. No problem, I completely agree with your assessment as well I understand why people would choose Little Portland Cafe. I much preferred the bacon at the cafe rather than the Wolseley but I couldn't get enough of the black pudding. Best I've ever had! Haha, check out the clip of me eating the breakfast in the cafe as well... a guy was staring in the background at the cameraman. I might need to tell him to improve his dress sense. Thanks as always!

[@geordiejones2]

Thanks Gary, we will hit 5k subscribers by Christmas, Chris.@@GaryEats

[@GaryEats]

Really hope so my friend. Have a good week!@@geordiejones2

[@seanpower1383]

It would have been great to see what a large portion with bubble and squeak Looked like. Great video.😊

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Sean

[@hannanrahman3648]

Love the vlogs keep on doing them you show the people that even if it’s cheap it can why better then the most expensive thanks

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Hannan!

[@TheGtspider]

Very good videos Gary. How on earth do they get the poached eggs at the Wolseley perfect like large golf balls and soft in the middle. I have tried for years to get a perfect one, but have now given up ! Regards Graham Tarling

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Graham. Have to say, they were exceptional weren't they?

[@bluemeanie1951]

Love the videos, thank you very much for your candid remarks when summing up. Please, however, stop paying the service charge, it isn't mandatory any more. Establishments should leave it to your judgement whether you wish to pay it (does it say discretionary service charge by any chance, because really it should) Thanks again.

[@GaryEats]

Noted and thank you very much for your kind comments.

[@petrus666love]

Gary you have a tough job, but I guess someone has too do it 😮 you lucky 🍀 Bugger 😂😂by the way the Woollsley bacon was not cooked fresh , it was in a hot cupboard as where the other ingredients, even poached eggs would be pre cooked and re heated , the Portland bacon , not only back bacon rather than streaky , and the fried egg where cooked too order , the sausage was deep fried , hence the overall colour , I’m a chef of many years , you jus5 can tell , if I was on my own definitely the Portland cafe , if I was trying too impress a previous nights hook up , definitely the Woolsley 😊 another great review, loved it 😍

[@GaryEats]

I know... woe always me. Laughed out loud at the last part, thank you very much my friend :) I'm not a fan of streaky bacon either!

[@monro2159]

I love going out to breakfast, it's my favourite meal and the Wolseley looked tremendous. It's all about the ingredients and ambience at that price level. The sausage black pudding is such a great idea, but it has to be good quality in the Lancashire league and looks like it really hit the spot for you! So, I would love to go to the Wolseley once every three months and then the Portland the rest of the time. The Portland looked like a real family restaurant that cared about what they were serving. Two breakfasts in the same day? You had the same shirt on, you must have been totally stuffed!! Also, your dedicated cameraperson (him/her?) is really developing a great style with the coverage. It's upholding the unique quality you have as a host, but also savouring the journey though the plate you have been served. Congratulations! By the way, does the cameraperson ever get to eat as well, you've probably been asked this before!?

[@GaryEats]

Lovely assessment and I agree with you entirely. I had two breakfasts in one day, I had to waddle on the journey home. For future video, I will do them both on separate days for a more fair comparison. That's very kind of you Monro, I will pass your comments onto the cameraman (it's a him) and I really appreciate your thoughtful message. He does eat from time to time but tends to leave it when it's a bit more difficult to eat and film! Thanks for watching!

[@RichardHughes-1]

Hi Gary, obvously I've not seen all of your reviews and I've probably missed one of your Thai restaurant vids. As Thai food is probably my all time favourite, I'd like to enquire if you plan to visit any Thai restaurants in the neer future? Keep up the good work and keep giving it a go :-D

[@GaryEats]

I have visited two on the channel so far and I will be doing more in the future Richard

[@chriswoolley3747]

Only just found you recently on KZbin, love all your reviews Gary.

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind Chris and I really appreciate you subscribing, watching and commenting it so really appreciated

[@nigelsilverthorn9091]

I have just started watching some of your reviews, really like them One thing I observe, if you agree, is that if the ingredients are first rate and cooked well, then you are really paying for the ambience/name. Finding those that have the the first without the later makes for a great cheaper stop and you are showing some of those. For those that charge for the ambience, there is no excuse to not perform on the quality, but some do, and you've found some of those as well. On my trips to the smoke, my best experience has been fish and chips in a pub, worst was breakfast in a 'household name' Hotel! Thanks

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Nigel. Of course, a good observation indeed. Which pub may I ask? Thanks!

[@nigelsilverthorn9188]

@@GaryEats it was random, so don’t recall. Near Paddington, as I met up with a friend who trained in…

[@andysaunders3708]

As long as you enjoyed it, Gary, I'm happy for you. Black pudding is missing from the shelves of any NZ supermarkets I've visited recently, along with liverwurst.

[@uglenddalejones2]

*Outstanding Breakfast Comparison of the Expensive v Cheaper Choices in London 👌🙌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻* I agree.everyday value,definitely the cafe- I would equally enjoy this place. But,for a treat- definitely the Worsley . When in town for a few days,I would like to try out the both. Awesome watching,really handy to know thank you

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for watching and I appreciate your kind comments!

[@andrewmartin2761]

Really enjoyed listening to you and seeing quality food . Made me feel hungry.

[@GaryEats]

Good stuff!

[@send2gl]

Fascinating that you had two breakfasts and even enjoyed the second one. The cafe would be my choice. The Corner Cafe by the railway bridge on Lambeth Road was one I used to frequent some years back. Can get busy but turnover quick. That could be one for you to try.

[@GaryEats]

I didn't feel so great afterwards mate. I'll take a look at that, thank you!

[@africantraveler7004]

I've been a lot to both - I live in the West End- Little Portland is a short walk from my home & the Wolseley not much further away. Both great for different occasions. Little Portland is a bit of a regular week day brekkie spot. In the early morning its common to see many black cab drivers chowing down. The Wolseley is where I take my mum for a treat when she's visiting or meet up with my siblings, friends at weekends for brunch or high tea. Both great in their own way. If you like the Wolseley you'll enjoy the breakfast at Hotel Cafe Royal , off Regent St, another one of my local favs. Similar ambience, lovely food.

[@GaryEats]

Good stuff mate 👍🏼 it’s a great place for a treat!

[@John-lp5xh]

How did you manage to wangle a housing association / Council flat in such an area?

[@africantraveler7004]

@@John-lp5xh , council flat or housing association? I wouldn't know how that works. I'm not even sure they have those around here. Thankfully being in tech is pretty lucrative so I was able to buy a decade ago. You can contact Westminster Council if you're keen though. Maybe they can help?

[@John-lp5xh]

@@africantraveler7004 they have amazing locations, and they're filled up with Arabic, Asian, Eastern European, roma, and sub saharan African people, you will have rubbed shoulders with such people. But you know this, and I know you would know exactly where to start

[@africantraveler7004]

@@John-lp5xh not sure what you mean. My building is filled with other tech execs like me. We live here 'cause our HQ is a short walk away. Most of the other neighbours are American expats & british city types . Americans like it cause it close to their Embassy & the American School. We also have quite a few rich Nigerians who bought during their oil boom heyday. They tend to own whole terraces closer to the Regents Park end of the neighbourhood or the nice huge flats at 1 Hyde Park. You're right though It's nice here & we are lucky having so much right on our doorstep. I strongly recommend if you're considering it. Not much social housing i'm aware of though

[@Bessie66]

Second time I’ve watched your videos today (Heston fish and chips). YT recommendation - new sub here! Great videos 👍

[@GaryEats]

Welcome aboard Bessie. Glad you’re liking the videos! 😊