Reviewing a TRADITIONAL KEBAB vs GERMAN DONER KEBAB!

[@amber300c]

Absolutely agree with you Gary, GDK is possibly the worst place to experience authentic Turkish Kebabs. Best Kebabs are usually found at small family run businesses. Enjoyed watching your videos as always Gary. ❤ Thank you

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much Amber. Really appreciate it 😊

[@780jodie]

gdk is german kebab doner not turkish donor they not trying to be turkish

[@christinehodge3608]

Curry to strong,just not my taste, Gary, 😃

[@rogerdracks1880]

@@780jodieit’s not even German in reality, it’s actually Porkistaani

[@AlistairBrugsch]

GDK doesn't even do "German" döner kebabs right. I spent a year in Hamburg and the kebab shops there are mostly amazing. A lot closer to the ones I had in Turkey. What GDK puts out is marginally better than most high street post-pub drunkard fodder fare but that's a low bar. It's nowhere near what you'll find in an actual kebab shop in Germany. And even further away from a Turkish one.😢

[@premgoyal4192]

What’s great about your channel is that you are honest, you pull no punches and are frank in your assessment and clear about what works and what doesn’t. Your specificity helps a lot, including mentioning the price for each item. It’s very refreshing which is why I always enjoy your reviews. I know if you like it, I’d like it. If you don’t I’m pretty sure I won’t. Simple as that! I’m also really glad to see your channel growing leaps and bounds. Cheers

[@GaryEats]

I much appreciate that mate. Gives me even more enjoyment doing the videos. I try to be as honest and authentic as possible because I want you all to know the quality of something when you visit. Thanks!

[@zerrinsutcu1135]

Hi Gary, I know the Istanbul Barbecue kebab shop in Teddington and I agree with you. They have always fresh salads, tasty kebabs, wonderful chips and chilli sauce. You should have tried also their Shakshuka, which I believe is one of the best in whole London. I once went into their kitchen by mistake and was surprised how clean and tidy it was. This explains their Food Hygiene score which is a 5 for many years. It’s my family’s favorite place to spoil ourselves at least once a week after a tiring day. Congratulations to the team and the owner 💐👌🏻👏🏻

[@GaryEats]

Glad you like it as well mate. It's a great place and actually quite nice to eat in as well!!

[@apucibence4024]

the dönner always from the factory and coming in frozen 🙄

[@danielwilliams239]

New to this channel and I think it’s fantastic. A really nice bloke giving honest reviews. No gimmicks or sudden deafening heavy metal. (God I’m getting old)! Keep up the great work Gary. Brilliant. 👍

[@GaryEats]

Much appreciated Daniel. All the best!

[@HelenBrock-f8u]

Hi Gary another great review. I agree with you the German kebab does not look great. I got a German kebab a couple of weeks ago and it was awful never again.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Helen. It seems to be a common theme with GDK amongst the comments!

[@ftgoggi4715]

Me too, always wanted to try GDK and had my opportunity a couple of weeks back. The bread was good but other than that it was bland, tasteless and an absolute rip of at £12.50 for a Doner. Terrible, never again!!

[@crabapples1995]

German doners, particularly those from Berlin are incredible. There’s one or two independent places that come close to the Berlin experience in London, but it’s certainly not GDK which is sloppy, flaccid and mass produced in comparison to what they are supposed to taste like. In Germany the salad is crisp, the sauces are light and herbal and the bread is fantastic. I love a good London kebab too !!

[@GaryEats]

I've heard that Berlin doners are absolutely sensational. Thanks for watching!

[@747jono]

Yes agree German doner kebabs in Germany are completely different they are not dependent on heat hot chilli etc and flatbrochen are completely different from pitta bread makes all the difference also some serve with rice and pommes (fries)

[@alexflower5313]

I do love a German donor when in Germany, but you can't compare to a proper Turkish kebab from a proper Turkish place in north London. Green lanes in haringay is like being in Istanbul.

[@747jono]

There's a cracking Arabian kebab place Onslow Square just up from Gloucester Road tube station. I live in Manchester not been for years hope its still there cracking place ❤

[@neilbower9052]

another youtuber foodie just went to Berlin and he described the kebab he had there as the best he has ever tasted, EVER@@GaryEats

[@orcaswaling1143]

Oh the days of buying a Kebab and chips after coming out of a nightclub at 3am , then taking it home and eating it cold whilst watching Prisoner Cell Block H at Mum and Dads….

[@GaryEats]

LOL. I've been there.

[@garrick43]

I was in Berlin over Easter and had a couple of kebabs - one meat and one falafel - and they were delicious and fresh and nothing like the versions GDK churn out here! Great review Gary.

[@GaryEats]

I’ve heard they’re superb. Thanks mate.

[@richardmurray2068]

Yes that's exactly it in a nutshell, the way Turkish people do kebabs in Germany is incredible, GDK seem to be just a chain that have tapped into that concept but the best analogy is you end up with a McDonald's type experience as opposed to an American Diner burger!

[@stephaniewhite9526]

That salad from Istanbul kebabs looked so amazingly ice cold and fresh my PC screen nearly froze up (in fact I nearly got some de-icer). It looked a really beautiful kebab too , even if the pitta did look a little like cream crackers. A definite 10 from me. As for GDK.. There is nothing more uggy than a cold greasy kebab. You have shown once again how you consistently deliver honest reviews and always filled with such variety. Thank you for this great channel.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Stephanie. Much appreciated and completely agree with your assessment. Thank you for watching.

[@thewillofthepeople4615]

Hi gary . I think you was alittle harsh on the German kebab . Ive had that home delivered a few times , and to be honest i thought it was better than the local ones i walk too (i tend to get the meat , salad , bread , and sauce delivered separate ) that way its not a sogy pitta and limp salad etc mess ). I feel the gaff you went too was well , i think its a case of some are good some are crappy . As for the traditional kebab houses , again some are good and some are crappy . Keep doing the vids , hopefully when you get more subs , that should pay for your cuisine exploration.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you mate. Appreciate it 😊

[@HowtoMakeThings]

I think a bad experience was had. The GDK in Glasgow produces good quality food.

[@deadzio]

Like with many chains. No consistency.

[@paullee5449]

I'm pretty new to this channel and it's great As a northern lad from Liverpool it's great to see another part of the country and food prices and standards But Gary is definitely the clincher great guy super presence Hugh range of foods and places great stuff

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for that Paul mate. Really appreciate your kind comments!

[@DavidJames-ms6rt]

@paullee. The Akasya on Bold Street, the best Kebabs and Turkish food in Liverpool...don't know if you have been there, if not it won't disappoint!!!!

[@paullee5449]

@@DavidJames-ms6rt nice one mate . I'm in town in a couple of weeks I'll give it a go Thanks for sharing 👍 I've just checked their website looks Amazing.😃

[@DavidJames-ms6rt]

@@paullee5449 Cheers Paul, definately worth a visit. If you are in town over the weekend it might be worth booking a table as it can get very busy...Enjoy.

[@talonodyssey]

Went to the Watford GDK and customer service was awful, couldn't really understand what i was asking for but very dismissive, hence I left without nothing and went elsewhere.

[@GaryEats]

Very disappointing. Sorry you had a poor experience as well.

[@ianwilde5379]

It must be awful to be a restaurant owner or manager to see that your staff does have not enough pride to create good food and then witness bad reviews on KZbin or FB!

[@GaryEats]

Agreed. Some serious room for improvement.

[@angellino1966]

Seems you had made your mind up when you tried the German kebab, which is the most popular in the UK!!

[@GaryEats]

I'm shocked it's so popular based on what I've had. Thanks for watching!

[@tracimckinven2520]

Hey Gary, it’s a shame you had such a bad experience with GDK. I eat at my local quite quite regularly and it’s always been amazing x

[@GaryEats]

I would assume it's just the local chain which isn't good. Hoping for a better experience if I ever go back!

[@MichaelJoseph-vb5ml]

I can't stand GDK. I find the portions a joke too

[@StephenH-ms9og]

That was my experience with them too. Cold chips and not many at that. Meat was razor thin and flavourless.

[@simongroves7178]

GDK is garbage...not even proper Donner meat

[@Ben-ks5bm]

My GDK is very good, beats all local Pakistani kebab places by a country mile

[@gastrickbunsen1957]

I tried GDK a few months ago, a big mistake, I tried Subway some years back and haven't returned. GDK will be the same deal, once bitten twice shy.

[@GaryEats]

Seems to be a very common theme with GDK.

[@DrFrankLondon]

Afternoon, Gary, I am not a huge fan of kebabs, but the traditional Istanbul Kebab looked fantastic, but the German kebab didn't look appetising at all, especially when it was served "cold". But another great review, mate, spot on as usual and keep up the great work! It's really a pleasure seeing your channel grow! Have a great rest of your afternoon and have a wonderful weekend, bud.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Frank. Means a lot. I loved the first kebab - it was superb. I've seen a lot of hype surrounding GDK but it just wasn't appetising nor the required heat.

[@ColonelBummleigh]

Man,I love kebabs.

[@GaryEats]

So do I my friend. Perfect... after a pint, lol!

[@everyone06]

Never been to GDK but thanks for the head's up. The Istanbul place looks so nice and lush. Credit to them.

[@GaryEats]

More than welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@MichaelJoseph-vb5ml]

The fans and viewers who discouraged you from trying GDK were right to Gary.

[@GaryEats]

They were, Michael.

[@biggee1970]

I got a carry out from GDK a few weeks ago and the kebab and sides were stone cold, a very disappointing experience. I'm with you Gary will never go or order from them again, loving your channel. Keep up the great work.

[@GaryEats]

I thought that said you got carried out of GDK for a second, I was going to say what on earth did you order 😂 thanks mate much appreciated!

[@biggee1970]

Brilliant 🤣🤣 Thankfully I wasn't sick with it, was just cold.

[@andymaclellan4945]

In Turkyie you get the kebab served as the plated version Gary - with differrnt types of bread on the side. If you want a 'takeaway' type kebab, ask for a kebab sandwich !

[@GaryEats]

Got you Andy. Cheers mate!

[@Commentssectionbingo]

Afternoon Gary another great video Visited a few GDKs and in my experience the quality varies wildly which is strange for a chain. At its best the value was excellent as a general rule if you "know" your local independent is of a decent standard you can't go far wrong

[@GaryEats]

Thanks my friend. It does seem like lots of chains are different - appreciate you watching!

[@adriang3498]

agreed.I tried the GDK in Colchester. never again!

[@grahvis]

So much depends on whether the staff take pride in their work, or just see it as a job.

[@stevenspraggs4953]

my favourite is a kebab has to be in pitta bread with onions and tomatoes on top has to be a proper turkikis kebab for me with lashings of chilli sauce i had the german kebab it was proper nice could not fault it beui as i said turkish kebab all day long for me have a great weekend steve

[@GaryEats]

You too Steve. Have a good one mate.

[@dougedwardsyachts]

I absolutely love a Doner Kebab and agree the Instanbul one looked great, just a bit unusual that it didn’t come with a complete pitta bread as is normal. I would’ve thought the German version would be good as I know a lot of Turks moved to Germany. I suspect it’s a location thing as I’ve seen other GDK reviews that have been great. I can seriously recommend Harringay (Green Lanes) as the Kebab’s there are amazing. Not sure if still available but hopefully they are, the charcoal grill Kebab restaurants are just fantastic and I’m sure are totally authentic Turkish. You will not be disappointed if you visit. I spent many years in that area and pretty much always dined Turkish!

[@GaryEats]

I will be sure to give it a try mate. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@sneer0101]

GDK is nothing like Kebabs you get in Germany. Berlin is incredible for kebabs. The best I've had outside of Istanbul

[@crabapples1995]

@@sneer0101 Berlin kebabs are the greatest. And I say this as someone who lives a 20 minute walk from Green Lanes

[@MichaelJoseph-vb5ml]

You're around most of my favourite places Gary

[@GaryEats]

Great stuff Michael.

[@wilfamos7314]

The first doner looked outstanding. So good infact, I would end my 25yr break from kebabs for one of those! So fresh and inviting. Unlike the German doner, it looked fit for the Alsatian dog only. Nice review as ever Gary. Keep up the good work and thanks for posting. 🙂

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much Neil. Much appreciated and I will say the first place was lovely. I think it might be time for you to break your streak!

[@johnmc3862]

Outstanding with ultra processed donner meat? no thanks. Any sit down restaurant should have better quality donner meat for a start in my opinion.

[@JohnDoe-nt1sv]

The problem is. The Turkish restaurants have stopped serving kebabs in bread with salad and sauce as proven in your video. GDK at least put the meat and salad in the bread. However, best Kebab in London is a place called Taza in queensway. Try their chicken kebab it’s amazing. Unlike any I’ve ever had

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for the recommendation. I'll give it a look!

[@Now4wheels]

Definitely the Turkish kebab for sure. The plate looked attractive to start with. Price was good I would have preferred proper pitta to make the kebab up rather than those flat bread pitta type. The German one looked awful and really not very good and not sure what the meat was. Good to do a comparison on kebabs though👍

[@GaryEats]

Thanks mate. Completely agree with you!

[@ReaperRowledge]

Once upon a time you could fly to lamb kebab heaven very cheaply. Now you can't. trust me, once upon a time the street vendors loved serving you. It was amazing!

[@GaryEats]

Times have sadly changed. Thanks for watching!

[@BALHAM69]

The intro was interesting 😮 The young boy was interested because of camera 😅

[@GaryEats]

He was very interested!

[@peternelson6142]

Love your reviews Gary. That Turkish kebab looked good. However I can recommend one that would blow it out of the water. Crystal's on the Holloway Road just along from Nags Head and almost opposite the Odeon cinema. Its the best Turkish lamb doner I have ever had. Go on-give it a go!😂

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Peter. Very kind of you! I will have a look at it.

[@peternelson6142]

It's only a smallish seating area inside. But very pleasant. I would order the medium size lamb doner. You definitely won't be disappointed. Comes with all the "trimmings". £10. I always call in before going to watch The Arsenal.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks mate. Confident for this season?

[@peternelson6142]

Yes quietly confident. Came close last season. I used to live nearby but now live in Wales. I manage to get to a few games though.

[@peternelson6142]

Meant to add. With the lamb doner you can choose either rice, couscous or chips. I always choose rice.

[@ngatiramona]

😍💋🔥💜💕 Goodmorning Gary snd lovely Cameraman!! Hope all is well, and you had a great nosh! 👍🏽 The first one was quite stellar. Deconstructed. It's like a Fondue evening. Gotta do it yourself, but it tastes even better, somehow. (If only hubbies came the same way.)😊😊 Germany.. home of many beautiful folk .. but the donner, is unfortunately, isn't one of them. Cold chips? Lukewarm kebab and price. Sacrilegious. You both did amazingly well to get through the meal. So sorry about that. Much respect lads!!

[@GaryEats]

All is great thank you. Thank you as always for your lovely comments.

[@MrKamJ]

Istanbul is my local, have been going for years, its absolutely fantastic! I prefer having the wrap on the side instead of the pitta bread. Glad to see them getting their props on this review 👏

[@GaryEats]

Glad you really like it. Very good kebab place!

[@funkduck1842]

I got severe food poisoning from GDK, so ill was I that I ended up in hospital. It was only by luck that I'd ordered it to go and ate it in my car leaving the rubbish behind as environmental health later tested it and found what they described as numerous intensive bacteria. During the three weeks I was in hospital I went from 148kg to 127kg. I didn't eat anything, was on a constant drip and was having bowel movements every ten minutes despite the doctors giving me loads of medication. At the end of the second week it was so bad they considered giving me a stoma as my anus was so inflamed. Luckily they didn't but to this day I need to smear cream on my anus every night to try to repair the damage caused. I urge everyone to stay away from GDK unless you like your faeces to be like gloopy acidic slime with chopped chives mixed into it.

[@GaryEats]

Wow. I’m so sorry to hear that you went through that after eating GDK - I hope you’ve made a full recovery now!

[@Madjid.V]

Hi Gary I enjoyed your video, the first kebab looked really nice, I see what you mean they could of put everything inside the bread easy to eat. GDK 50/50 I agree with you too, I recently tried GDK for the first time, I was disappointed the meat was beef not lamb, also the chips weren’t great. The best thing about GDK was the bread & they put everything inside , the sauce and salad was alright so yeah mix feelings about GDK

[@GaryEats]

Thanks my friend 👍 I didn't like GDK at all mate so can see where you're coming from. Thanks for watching!

[@shahidhamid962]

The two kebabs were different in colour , the Turkish looked a superior quality brand .The German looked like a typical high street take away brand and from the look of it it was already in a pot being kept warm instead of freshly cut . The German looked like a grease bomb , not healthy , Gary you are gonna have to eat plenty of brown bread .

[@GaryEats]

Haha. I’ve got plenty of whole meal bread stacked up at home for when I’m not reviewing. Nice little assessment to read, thanks!

[@englishworldkitchen]

Good review. I love a doner and the German chain ones are OK- ish. For a really good German one, try Ali’s Kebabs across from Ealing Broadway station. For a traditional doner, I like them on a naan. Blackburn has some epic spots. Loads of fresh salad, loads of meat, brilliant.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you my friend. Appreciated!

[@lazrseagull54]

Ali's is alright but I prefer Tavuuk's Gemüse Kebab in Soho.

[@bucko321]

I have eaten doner kebabs since the late 1970's,back then the pitta bread was always warm, the salad fresh and the meat tasty, nowadays I don't think they are as good. Maybe the doner meat don't have much lamb in it.However the Turkish kebab in the film looked tasty.

[@GaryEats]

Fair comment mate. Thanks for watching!

[@geordiejones2]

Hi Gary and Mr Cameraman, brilliant comparison clip today. My first comment is that kebab has to be 'LAMB' it has to be, beef, pork, and chicken just don't cut the mustard and if you want that type, go to the Iceland shop. On impressions as soon as i saw the German kebab shop i believed it was going to win hands down as it was amazingly clean and tidy and looked the business. What a shame about the poor quality of meat and the fact it was luke warm, shame on them. As for the Istanbul restaurant i was not surprised the were a clear winner the Turkish just know there stuff when it comes to kebabs, on saying that this is the first place iv seen not putting the meat in a pitta, that did surprise me. Great vlog as always Gary, i look forward to my Gary Eats fix every few days. Chris. PS- Shout out to Mr Cameraman he did some amazing close up's and filming on this one. PPS- Im a Donner man also BUT YOU MUST try a Shawarma lamb kebab, they are out of this world.

[@GaryEats]

Hi Chris. Firstly, a nice little assessment to read mate. I will say that GDK's interior is very modern and actually was quite a nice environment to sit in and very clean. However, you're right... there was no contest in the end. I appreciate your kind comments about the close ups, I will let the cameraman know and I will definitely try that soon. I know a place! Thank you as always my good friend.

[@originaltommy]

If you should ever come to Canada, you will be in FOOD HEAVEN in Toronto! We eat this top drawer stuff all of the time!

[@GaryEats]

I absolutely love the idea of going to Canada. Sounds like a beautiful country.

[@ftumschk]

I've never been to a GDK commercial outlet, but I've had plenty of "proper" German Döner kebabs in Germany, and they're wonderful.

[@GaryEats]

Oh I can imagine they’re lovely in Berlin.

[@Zauchi]

I tried my local GDK and it was revolting, next to no sauce, meat or salad. However that was about a year ago now and I have noticed in this video the bread is now thinner as when I bought it the bread was thick, which was a problem as the little sauce given soaked into the bread and none on the meat or salad. The meat given was only one strip of beef and the rest chicken (though not really meaty as they were crispy strips), the salad was not fresh, the fries were unseasoned and they gave me a sauce that tasted like coconut.

[@mikedown1250]

Ahhh you can't beat a mystery meat challenge . I've asked my halal mates what the meat is , they have a hard time telling me what it is , could be anything horse, donkey pig!!!!! we will never know. Cheers Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for watching Mike!

[@tkthebear984]

I fully agree with you. The Istanbul kebab was far superior and looked fresh. I’ve tried the German kebab at 3 different shops and like you said they’re beef and not lamb. The chips are always cold to lukewarm and as for the kebab they’re just one soggy mess. Istanbul is the winner here or any Turkish kebab place is a 100 times better. 🙂👍

[@GaryEats]

Totally agree! Much better 😊

[@wolverinescratch]

The key word here is freshly prepared

[@GaryEats]

Spot on.

[@chrisryanst]

Ok so first plate, no way was that kebab meat fresh its cut off one of those big lumps that sit on on vertical rotisserie in the window for days on end, pitta bread was like a cream cracker only thing missing was oinion mayo. Secocond plate looked cheap and cheerful but we knew it was going to be poor as the thumbnail pointed that out

[@GaryEats]

Sorry Chris. The usage of the word fresh was probably incorrect, I mean that instead of leaving it in a pot and then taking it out, they actually sliced it from the rotisserie which personally I much prefer.

[@andrewroberts4736]

My local kebab shop is excellent. Always hot and fresh with good chilli sauce. My local GDK is bloody awful. Always slimy and with an unnatural taste. I told myself last time never again. Why is it always cold? The fries is every kebab shop are the same I find. Salad looks fresh as does the doner meat. Like the "spiced" pitta idea. I like my kebabs "constructed" to be honest but that looked very nice . The pitta was nicely charred. A good price too for under £10. GDK looks just like every one I have had. Slimy and rank. Always cold . Totally agree with your review here.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Andrew. Yep, don't like them myself. Would rather stick to a local every day of the week!

[@peterhopewell9431]

Hi Gary love your reviews. I reckon neither place you visited really captured the traditional British kebab experience. Check out the Macmasters review of the Caspian which is in a rough part of Nottingham. That is a proper kebab!!

[@GaryEats]

I will take a look Peter. Thanks for your feedback and I really appreciate the kind words.

[@martindunstan8043]

The British kebab experience is generally standing in a queue at 1am half cut🤣I can't see Gary doing that tbh but I know what you mean 👍

[@GaryEats]

I've done that far too many times than I care to imagine Martin, lol. In my younger days anyway!

[@coffeeguy6673]

Ze Germans are known for their doner kebabs eh 🤔🤣. The Istanbul kebab and salad looked very nice n fresh Gaz. Wanted to dive through the screen and give you a hand hehe !! I've had a German Doner Kebab here in Leicester, it was ok but nothing special. Bit on the small side if I remember and quite expensive, not had one from them since.

[@GaryEats]

It was superb. Aesthetically, one of the nicest looking kebabs I've ever had. Spot on mate.

[@tonystavely6719]

Gary, I have to be honest I tried the GDK for the first time last year and found it was really good hot fresh and tasty, my local kebab shop tends to always give you pre cooked meat from a pot of hot water not knowing how long it’s been sitting there, and not cheap,when I asked him for fresh meat he got the hump. So I suppose you can’t take a snapshot and make a conclusion. Anyway I’m booked into the Bombay delight next week on your suggestion 😊

[@GaryEats]

It’s very much dependent on the chain you visit. Some might be good and some not so good. That’s fantastic news Tony, I hope you enjoy. The restaurant itself is superb and I think you will love the food, please let me know how it goes. Cheers mate!

[@evostu]

I'll also add that the GDK branch we use is absolutely brilliant as well. Everything cooked fresh, we've never had a bad meal there. I think what you have to accept here is that like any franchise you'll get good ones and bad ones along the way. What you've done in this video is compare a great traditional restaurant run by (probably) people who know the food, against what is in essence the McDonald's of the kebab world with servers who don't know the food they're serving, just how they're to package it.

[@muhtadaali8847]

Well its usually fresh. So what happens is, they put up a big donner bought from a supermarket. Cook it. And store it in the hot pot. If you want to taste traditional in house made then visit Istanbul shops. If the owner is Asian. Then 99 percent its not in house made

[@anniechrisbendy6000]

Next time ..... just THROW THE "MEAT" in the bin...... the salad part is usually quite good. Kebabs are for drunks at 1am.....( including me )

[@GaryEats]

Haha (and me)

[@siobhanblake9150]

Like most people here (judging by the comments), I totally appreciate the honesty, and you seem to be a very kind, generous person. Always enjoy your reviews. Thanks.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks you as always Siobhan x

[@David-l4m9y]

Nice video chap as always....Not a big fan of Doner Kebab being truthful....The German Doner looked very disappointing in my eyes..compared to the Istanbul doner......keep up the good work chap.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks David. 👍 Completely agree.

[@andreashaynes3346]

I agree with all your comments Gary. I’m half-German and the GDK was poor quality. The traditional Turkish kebab looked really tasty and the salad was quality. Many thanks for sharing with us. A very enjoyable video 👍👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Andreas. I've heard amazing things about the Doner in Berlin so might have to try it there. Thanks!

[@Steveoqotsa]

I have a GDK at the bottom of my road….it’s absolutely terrible,nearly always cold,bland,I think I’ve been there 3 times since it opened but compared to your standard high street kebab house it’s chalk & cheese

[@GaryEats]

It's not good at all Steve. I didn't like it.

[@stevecohen8206]

I have to say Gary, I’ve tried the GDK, at a couple of places and I’m not impressed. Traditional Doner all day long, but not often do you see it cut fresh. It largely is taken from a steel pot which keeps the slices warm. When you get one cut fresh in front of you, it’s the tops.

[@GaryEats]

Not surprise Steve, seems to be a common consensus. Thanks for watching!

[@nickbarnes9340]

Interesting comparison. I was thinking of trying German Doner Kebab but will stick to a local independant shop.

[@GaryEats]

You should stick to your local, Nick. Thanks for watching!

[@safahmed99]

Hello Gary, I have certainly enjoyed this video. I have stopped visiting German Donner Kebab for the fact that as you mentioned in the video where fries are cold and as well, the meat is also cold too not even luke warm. The portions are too small for the price you are paying. It is amazing to hear you enjoyed Istanbul BBQ as the food looked amazing and the portion of food for the price you paid is worth the month. Keep up the good work

[@GaryEats]

Glad you enjoyed it mate. Yes, couldn’t agree more with you. Thank you 😊

[@oliverdots]

I go to German Kebab in New Malden and Kingston. I usually have the doner box which is a box of fries with doner on top. No fat drops down to the chips, the chips are hot and crispy. When everything has been eaten, there is no grease at the bottom of the box. I'm guessing this is a franchise company and you picked a very poorly run branch. I want people out there to know, there are great branches out there, it's poor that some branches are run so poorly. The company needs to check on their franchisees because the minority is causing great harm to the brand. Respect your review Gary, cold is not acceptable. I'd love to know what they would have done if you took it back. At the branches I just mentioned, you can can watch the cooking and prep area which I like. Looks very clean and well run.

[@GaryEats]

Of course Oliver. I have no doubt that some branches are excellent and some are not so good as with a lot of places. It was probably a bad day or the staff were annoyed and wanted to go home after a long day, lol. I did go to the Kingston branch and I will say the interior was superb but maybe on this occasion, the food was a letdown. I like hearing different perspectives so thanks for the comments mate.

[@oliverdots]

Thank you, I appreciate your reply.@@GaryEats

[@sheilam4525]

I am not a kebab eater, Gary, but even I could tell the Turkish doner was far superior! Looked a lovely place inside too😊

[@GaryEats]

It was Sheila. Thanks for watching!

[@deangregoric4735]

apparently they hate German Doner there lol real German Doner is supposed to be more rich than traditional Turkish.

[@cjg28]

This is a very good comment

[@jasonwarby3765]

Excellent review Gary, I too tried GDK and that will be a one off experience, very disappointed, keep up the good work mate.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Jason. Very kind of you 👍

[@philipmckeon8944]

I fully support everything you said about this comparison. No reason in the world to be served lukewarm food in a restaurant. Like, kitchen to table in at most 2 minutes. Also I’m a kabaholic (there’s a new word 😀) I’m addicted to them. Mine has got to be lamb meat. Great review Gary. Great to see subscription numbers creeping up too. 👍

[@GaryEats]

Well said! Kebabaholic is great, might use that myself. Thanks mate, trying my best!

[@karenclancey2557]

You always give a fair review , giving reasons why you think how you see taste and it’s always in a way that you do not offend . The Turkish kebab was definitely the one to have . Thank Gary🙏🏼🤩👍❤️

[@tancreddehauteville764]

I've eaten a couple of times at GDK. Not great - my kebab sandwich tasted exactly like a ham sandwich that you can buy from Tesco or M&S for £3 or so. The fries were OK I suppose, but whatever it was it was not a kebab! Kebab should be done from lamb, not beef or chicken or pork. Unlike Gary, I didn't find the food cold in my local GDK, and it's fine if you don't mind the ham-like taste, but for me it's not like a genuine kebab.

[@GaryEats]

Fair comment. I'm not a fan of GDK!

[@mikekaraoke]

Another enjoyable review Gary, saw on another video about you mentioning the-German Doner Kebab! I would of taken them fries back, Istanbuhl Barbecue looked nice and been in there before-shame about you didn't like the Doner meat- I have had times at different branches where I have liked the meat and wasn't greasy at all! Another enjoyable review!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Mike, I did return to GDK as I was told I wasn’t fair however second time was worse 😳

[@missmerrily4830]

Are ‘German’ kebabs available all over Germany? Yes and no because of course they aren’t really German. The authentic ones (most of them) are also Turkish. Brought to Germany many years before most Brits had set eyes on any kind of kebab. And thy are delicious. I couldn’t agree more that the ‘German’ ones from German Doner Kebabs in UK are 100% awful. I was never more disappointed than the first and last time I had one. If you want to sample a really first rate ‘German’ doner kebab, you’d need to take a trip to Germany. Steer clear of the German Doner Kebab places. The name is misappropriation. Horrible chain fast food. The Istanbul served real food! You chose the right one Gary! 👍👍

[@GaryEats]

I completely agree with this. I've heard they do some spectacular Doner kebabs in Berlin. Thanks for watching :)

[@gimlithomasthomas2016]

Fair play you give all food a go. I'd only have Kebab if I'm desperate 😂

[@GaryEats]

Not all heroes wear capes haha. Thanks mate.

[@yaz5413]

As a turk that grew up on bbq kebabs be it doner or shish GDK isn't a comparable. Its bloke comparing a gourmet burger to a McDonald's cheeseburger - flat and tasteless. They put a mixed source of meats in the alleged doner in GDK so you don't even know what animal you are consuming as the chicken also has other poultry. They will be gone in a few years but those traditional high St kebab businesses have been operating for 15+ years in some cases 30 + years ( bosphorus South kensington)

[@GaryEats]

I do not like GDK at all. I would rather have a traditional kebab every day of the week. Thanks for watching!

[@theturk7837]

As a Turk living in the north of England. Watching you eat the Turkish kebab made my mouth water. There is no REAL doner kebabs here. Great vids.

[@GaryEats]

That is really kind to say, but only one was a genuine Turkish kebab as you would know, really appreciate you watching and commenting 👍

[@Staggercfc]

You can't beat an individually portioned kebab, with the meat, salad, bread and sauce served separately like at the Istanbul Barbecue. Any good kebab place will do that even with a takeaway if you ask. People who eat it out of the bag on their way home have no option but to wrestle with the whole mess but I prefer it all separated. That GDK was a hunk of squashed mess. Salad turns the meat colder and the meat/salad turns the inside of the bread soggy. And any kebab offering itself just as 'meat' has got to be suspect from the off. But thanks, mate, for the heads-up.

[@GaryEats]

More than welcome Stagger. Hope you enjoyed it!

[@adamkane7513]

I have been to *GDK* on 3 sepetate occasions in 2 different London branches. It has mostly been dissappointing. Actual kebabs in Germany made by their Turkish population are far superior. Go to a _"Mangal"_ type restaurant in London to see what I mean.

[@GaryEats]

Spot on. I've been to a few Mangal type restaurants, always spot on.

[@djpeekay25]

German Doner Kebab is awful. You just reinforced my view on the chain so thank you! I can’t see it surviving in this country as we are country who knew what doner kebab was before. Maybe i. the US it would be popular!

[@GaryEats]

Haha. Glad you're in agreement!

[@janhemony8630]

Believe me its the same factory shit ,pressed meat because lamb meat its to expensive.I was often in Turkey, totally an other level and taste.And when you eat lamb its often a sheep . Greetings from the Netherlands.Nice video's!!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you and hello to NL.

[@richardfoster6494]

If you had said that GDK was better then your channel would of died! Glad you know what your talking about. Thanks.

[@GaryEats]

Lol. Thanks Richard!

[@jassonsw]

I tried GDK recently and was really unimpressed. Very little of everything in the kebab itself and the sauces were pretty bland. I don't think GDK will be around for long.

[@GaryEats]

Yep. Too cold.

[@davidsworld5837]

I have a video about the Kebab I get on my channel it now costs £3.50 in volume it beats them. I can not see the 2nd place, offering is poor. you should really take the cold chips back. I still think seeing how a place deals with problems and how fast it is fix is important. no place can improve or change if the bad bits are not brought up. the 1st place did look nicer. and looked more food for the price. tonight I am at home with home made pie and chips. and it will be far better value and tasting than many places can do. it is so had to think these places are in business with poor portion size, cold food, and high prices, poor standards should not be accepted by any of us

[@GaryEats]

Agreed David. Thanks for watching!

[@steveboone7390]

No contest....traditional wins everytime compared to uninspired generic chains churning out essentially 'ready meals'!!

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree with you Steve. Thanks for watching!

[@haroldclarke3267]

Turkish one for me wins by a mile, in my Town we have about half a dozen kebab shops and one GDK but the best one is the "kebab van" small donor £3.50 large £4.50 and they are amazing and are busy all day, the kebab shop in Nottingham called 'Caspian' looks very good though I'm tempted to try it out. As normal brilliant honest review, cheers Gary roll on the next video.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Harold! Much appreciated :)

[@darrenroberts-pp9nn]

Premier league v non league. Having tried GDK in Batley they chain is vastly overated. The Turkish kebab looked fresh and tasty. Keep up your great work

[@GaryEats]

Totally agree and an excellent comparison. Thanks mate.

[@parallelsuns1]

GDK are OK but are not on the level of the traditional British/Turkish/Greek doner kebab shops that you find everywhere. GDK cut the meat too thin, there's never enough sauce, its not big enough, they dont do lamb or chicken shish fillets so you cant have a combination kebab, etc etc

[@GaryEats]

Agreed. Thanks for watching!

[@balrajchaggar3487]

Proper perspective and review BANG ON BOSH

[@GaryEats]

Thanks my friend!

[@randommedia9]

I already know at the start of your video, GDK is rubbish, when they 1st popped up I was excited to try as Kebab in Germany is actually pretty awesome and different to our but GDK is just a naff cash in take independent any day over GDK

[@GaryEats]

I've heard that kebabs in Germany are superb.

[@richardgoddard37]

Thankfully I live in town with 5 great kebab shops / vans, so I'm spoilt for choice. I'd guess any fans of GDK haven't tried a real one.

[@GaryEats]

Very lucky Richard. Wish I had the same!

[@Azimuth8687]

No comparison between a Turkish and Kraut kebab. The German Doner is for coming out of a club pissed and starving with a lairy bird on your arm. Mangal all day long.

[@GaryEats]

LOL. Lovely description. Cheers Paul.

[@ThanhBenMansour]

It's a pity the GDK was cold. That's completely unappealing. I get my kebabs at a Lebanese restaurant. Iranian kebabs are also good.

[@GaryEats]

Can't wait to try an Lebanese restaurant soon!

[@DM-hp7ct]

Interesting - this was exactly my experience. Lukewarm. I also found the bread/sauce/meat ratio, all wrong, making it very soggy.

[@GaryEats]

Yep. Thanks for watching!

[@xaoc6084]

Same! Mine wasn't hot and the container was only half full even though I ordered extra meat. Ridiculous company

[@scratchcardshadreck3631]

Gary, you dodged a bullet at the second establishment, if your only concern was the lack of heat in the 'food'. I visited this outfit for the first and LAST time a few months ago.

[@GaryEats]

Oh god. Did you have a worse experience?

[@markgreenwood6630]

Traditional kebab all day long Gary. I live in Boston Massachusetts Us, and we have a place near to our house that does the same top quality. That German looked rubbish and cold!

[@GaryEats]

Spot on Mark. Don't disagree with you at all.

[@craigwignall8450]

Hi Gary great review but the German kebab a no go . Thanks enjoy your reviews keep well 👍

[@GaryEats]

Hi Craig. I guess your choice would be the 1st one. Thanks mate and you!

[@craigwignall8450]

@@GaryEats Hi sorry yes the 1st one there's one in Preston i think but i won't bother thanks Gary

[@alexlangford6291]

Barbecue on Teddy High Street is excellent, hard lamb chops a few weeks age plenty meat on the chops and a good place to eat when visiting the Masons Arms.

[@GaryEats]

I like hearing that you've been there before and enjoyed it. It's a nice place!

[@DamonSlater]

Nothing comes close to the doners I get in Turkiye, from the places that have the meat rotating out the window of the store on the street. Their meat and their bread is epic, and even though the prices in Turkiye have got up a lot, they're still about half the price in the uk and twice the portion size. Plus you get to pet a cat whilst your wait and have Turkish coffee/tea too

[@GaryEats]

That’s absolutely brilliant 👌

[@sammydingdong4540]

I had one it was the worst meal ever dry ends of meat that were inedible to even my pet crocodile never again thanks for your great review though ................ 👻

[@GaryEats]

Thank you!

[@CFCseventy]

There’s a really good kebab restaurant in Kingston upon Thames town center think it’s Turkish best I’ve seen really good 👍

[@GaryEats]

Is it called Cappadocia? Thanks!

[@jacquibradley1598]

Thank you Gary, I support Arsenal!! Thank you Cameraman. Love German food. 👍👍🤗🤗

[@GaryEats]

I think you could be in for a great season, depending on tomorrow’s result, good luck ❤️🌹

[@jacquibradley1598]

@@GaryEats Thank you, Dad will be glued to his chair!! 💙💙🌹🌹

[@scotty6346]

I had a German Doner Kebab at their outlet in York and i enjoyed it! Mine was nice and hot though! I seem to remember they used beef instead of lamb?

[@GaryEats]

They use beef instead of lamb, Scotty. They also have chicken or a mix. Glad you enjoyed yours though!

[@nicwp7320]

GDK is a chain so there is no individual pride, the smaller Doner shops are so much better. Our local GDK was shut for a while after they served chicken that was not cooked in the middle🤢🤮

[@GaryEats]

Wow. I’m not surprised based on what I’ve seen.

[@naughtyFox_27R]

Hi Gary. That Teddington kebab looked delicious. I’m envious! However, GDK not so. . . You didn’t even know what the meat actually was. The tomato didn’t look freshly cut, butchered in fact. And luke warm or cold is a definite NO. I’d actually travel from Devon to try the Teddington kebab, it looked so good. Regards, John

[@GaryEats]

Spot on John. Couldn't agree more mate. Enjoy your Sunday!

[@Gunzyibo]

Not sure what part of town your from Gary but if you ever are around East London go to the best Turkish kebab been around 40 years and only make there own doners from lamb minimal fat and can do it in a pita and their chilli sauce is to die for not actually chilli but lovely only downfall it’s got no seating but worth it

[@GaryEats]

Hi Mate. I'm actually not from London but if I see it, I will give it a go!

[@stevekirkby6570]

Brave man for doing Kebab before a few pints :) 2nd one most definately industrial, and meat of unknown origin. 6 pints required.

[@GaryEats]

Haha Steve. Reminds me of when I was younger! 😁

[@martinsailjocasta9399]

The Turkish I could eat without 5 pints of strong continental lager premed...not so sure bout GDK?

[@GaryEats]

Spot on Martin.

[@deeinissan9966]

Gary the food at GDK looked horrible, completely different to the Istanbul barbecue

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree with you my friend.