Reviewing a TRADITIONAL KEBAB vs GERMAN DONER KEBAB!

Now, I've been recommended to try German Doner Kebab for a while now and thought it would be a good idea to compare it with a traditional Turkish kebab. So I geared myself up, headed down to Teddington and Kingston in South West London and had a try for myself!
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[@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!

[@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.😢

[@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!

[@wezlo8733]

Gary you are a very calm person, I think the calmness really adds to the video. Great stuff m8.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you my friend. Very kind of you!

[@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 🙄

[@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

[@tupachussain]

I like your videos. Keep them coming.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks, will do!

[@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

[@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!

[@uglenddalejones2]

Valuable insight and review on Doner Jebabs 👌🙌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 May I say,fantastic camera footage too !

[@GaryEats]

Glad you enjoyed it Glenda. I'll let the cameraman know!

[@uglenddalejones2]

@@GaryEats yes,that would be great… footage,quality and angles too is up there amongst the top !!

[@user-rp7jy1yh5u]

New subscriber here Gary, Your reviews are always honest and informative. Just scored German DK off my list.

[@GaryEats]

Awesome, thank you!

[@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.

[@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!

[@dtritton]

Another great video Gary. Just slowly going back through your video library.

[@GaryEats]

Wonderful. I’m sorry if you get a bit bored of my face.

[@dtritton]

@@GaryEats No it’s fantastic i wish u could recommend something special in Oxford.

[@GaryEats]

I would love to do a review in Oxford!

[@NeilJBYT]

Thanks Gary, absolutely love your channel. Nothing better than being sat eating my dinner whilst watching you try great food. Just thought I’d mention that I was in Berlin recently and went to the TERAS Döner Kebab Restaurant. Best kebab I’ve ever had by far!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Neil. Really appreciate it. Wow, sounds delicious. Might have to give Germany a go!

[@Coolio28]

Seen a few of your videos Gary, and really enjoying the content you put up, new sub. Hope your channel keeps growing. 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you my friend :)

[@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.

[@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.

[@dpow888]

New subscriber here, I’ve never tried GDK and by the sounds of it I’m glad I watched your vid to save me the heartache. Keep up the good work my friend 👍👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Welcome. Thank you very much :)

[@FredHampshire]

Good honest review mate

[@GaryEats]

Thanks 👍

[@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.

[@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.

[@sebgold5841]

Thank you for yet another fantastic video Gary! I have tried both the German and traditional Doner Kebab, like you, I do prefer the traditional...

[@GaryEats]

Glad you enjoyed it and agree with the assessment as well. Great minds think alike, Seb!

[@stuartmitchell1908]

I nearly ordered on ubereats once. But if they couldn't keep it warm in the shop, there's no hope! Just discovered the channel Gary. Great stuff

[@GaryEats]

Welcome aboard Stuart. I would avoid it mate!

[@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!

[@user-ob4dk2ki7x]

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!!

[@fpwrankin]

Another good review, well filmed and narrated. Your comments were bang on and fair Gary. I enjoy your choice of background music; who is the flugelhorn player?

[@GaryEats]

Thank you and I appreciate the background music comment. I will let you know very soon! Please remind me :)

[@user-yi7ng9by6d]

You are fast becoming my favourite Gary, so clear and honest without overdoing it. What was the little pot of sauce with the first kebab I missed it?

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much Sue. Means an awful lot. The pot of sauce was homemade chili! Thanks.

[@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

[@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.

[@royspencer3458]

Great channel Gary and I really enjoy your reviews .I recommend O Calhau in Bedfont it is a Mediterranean menu

[@GaryEats]

Really kind of you Roy. I will take a look!

[@megacapulet6470]

I always watch and enjoy your channel Gary ,A question though how do you keep so trim eating all these lovely not always healthy meals ?

[@GaryEats]

I try not eat too much during the week my friend 🤣

[@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!

[@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.

[@MichaelJoseph-vb5ml]

You're around most of my favourite places Gary

[@GaryEats]

Great stuff Michael.

[@carolgriffiths1682]

Great reviews as usual - that Turkish one looked fabulous. Shame about GDK - we tried our Sunderland one and was really nice. What I would have found interesting would be how GDK handled the problem of cold food - how stuff is put right is important to me. Keep up with these fab reviews - my list of places to try as recommended by you is growing by the week 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Carol. Much appreciated!

[@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.

[@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.

[@user-nx9jf7pu4w]

Another very useful and informative review Gary. I have a GDK in Nottingham which I have considered trying - not on your nelly now! Be careful - you may become the Martin Lewis of the food world! Keep up the good work...David

[@GaryEats]

Glad it was helpful David!

[@unchiep216]

you have the best food review channel on youtube, Gary. Straight forward and honest reviews! You should check out Bosphorus Kebabs in South Kensington and The Best Turkish Kebab in Stoke Newington.

[@GaryEats]

Wow thank you mate. I can do that for sure 😊

[@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

[@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

[@kniksman]

That crunch from the fries in the first place. Amazing. Felt like I was there with you.

[@GaryEats]

😋 lovely!

[@IJezza1994]

Amazing channel mate

[@GaryEats]

Wow. Thank you mate. Much appreciated!

[@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!

[@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.

[@welshieworldwide]

New to your channel buddy and now sitting as I type in the Istanbul Barbecue place (which is fairly local to me) and waiting for my food Great channel and a new subscriber here 👍🏼👍🏼

[@GaryEats]

Wow. That's great stuff mate. Enjoy your meal and let me know how it was!

[@welshieworldwide]

@@GaryEats ~ Thoroughly enjoyed my scoff, set me up nicely for my nightshift..lol Looking forward to your next video now 🤜🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🤛🏼

[@GaryEats]

Wonderful mate. Good luck on your night shift (it's freezing!)

[@davelawday6609]

Thanks Gary another great review...i miss London's Turkish kebabs since moving up to north Yorkshire two years ago i haven't found a decent kebab anywhere.. cheers mate.. kind regards Dave 😁👍👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Sorry to hear that Dave. Hopefully you manage to find one soon. Thanks for watching mate and enjoy the week.

[@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.

[@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!

[@balrajchaggar3487]

Proper perspective and review BANG ON BOSH

[@GaryEats]

Thanks my friend!

[@TheAmelesdad]

Nice honest reviews.

[@GaryEats]

Always! Thanks mate.

[@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.

[@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 😊

[@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 😳

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 😊

[@markramsay6399]

Hi Gary. Very nice video. I thought I left a message last night after watching, but apparently not (think one beer too many). / So the first kebab and surroundings are clearly top quality. Just such a nice plate for sure. [Aside - there are a couple of Kebab vans I go to from time to time, not often but I do visit. They are also top quality - everything is on show, the salad is amazing and the whole van looks bright and clean. As a teenager I used to only visit the vans after several pints (!), but of late I really enjoy the odd Kebab of the van!]. / That second Kebab - well THAT reminded me of a bad kebab from a van. Not to be repeated. Cheers, Mark.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Mark! Hope you enjoyed your beers last night. Spot on - can't disagree with anything you've said!

[@sarahnewman4449]

Hi Gary 👋...really enjoying your reviews....Do you drive to these places ? Was wondering if you could mention parking options. Would be a great help..

[@GaryEats]

Hi Sarah. Thank you. I do drive to these places mostly. I can do that for you certainly :)

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 👍

[@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.

[@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

[@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🙏🏼🤩👍❤️

[@russelladey4358]

Istanbul barbecue is my local one.Always great food and service.Thanks for all your reviews gary

[@GaryEats]

Wow wow wow. What a small world! Glad you enjoy it :)

[@billtsirtsis7060]

Gary makes great videos!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you mate!

[@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.

[@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.

[@HoltMarkb]

Great review. I've used to frequent my local German Donner Kebab a fair bit . They seem very hit n miss - I have some great ones, but others not so good.

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree that most of it is probably chain based. Some good and some not so good!

[@StephenH-ms9og]

GDK is mass produced conveyor belt food. Istanbul kebabs looked head and shoulders above it. Everything down to the in-house produced chilli sauce looked first class. I will be trying them out in the near future.

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree with you. Glad you live close by so you can give it a go. Thanks for watching!

[@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 👍

[@chaz9082]

I lived in Germany for most of the 90s and I used to go frequent a Turkish food truck. Their donor kebab’s were completely different from either of those. They served it with a soft flatbread, the meat looked more “roasted” and it was sliced fresh onto the bread. Had a little salad, tzatziki sauce, and red pepper flakes on top. The fries were extra crispy and served with curry ketchup. Germans loved curry ketchup. I haven’t found another kabob that compares to that! I remember it cost around five Deutschmarks. Köstlich!!

[@GaryEats]

That’s sounds amazing and wow great value as well

[@freednb]

My mouth is watering for that lamb doner Gary! Have to say though I do love german doner too but it's not always consistent. The one i used to go to was the one in Finsbury Park. I used to live on Green Lanes and the kebabs down there are amazing of course. In particular Gokyuzu and Diyarbakir kitchen which I was lucky to live 2 minutes walk from! Keep up the good work , you've got a new subscriber! Chicken shops next?

[@GaryEats]

Sounds great my friend. I will take a look at them as I love kebabs. I can do chicken shops but I'm not mad on fried chicken and they'll be much better KZbinrs than me who will do it justice. Thanks for watching!

[@freednb]

@@GaryEats yes your right the chicken shop thing has kinda been done on youtube especially round London. well, I shall be keeping an out for future uploads and have bookmarked the pizza comparison vid as the next to watch!

[@GaryEats]

Wonderful stuff.

[@jeffjones9792]

Really enjoyed that, thank you. Having spent time in Berlin, I wouldn't be surprised if the meat wasn't horse. They don't have the same attitude as we have. Couldn't be doing with luke warm food so it would be the real McCoy for me. Thanks for taking us along.

[@GaryEats]

Glad you liked it Jeff. Much appreciated mate!

[@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 :)

[@Nevakonaza.]

I kind of expected the smaller independent shop to be better but wasn't expecting GDK to be as poor as it was, I've always wanted to try a GDK but there is just none remotely close to where i live, Superb upload as usual Gary :)

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much mate. I would advise to just stick to your local kebab places instead of going to GDK.

[@GeniusWaan]

Definitely agree with you Gary. When this GDK place first opened up everyone was going on about it. Even then without trying it I felt a degree of scepticism that was compounded when I went there. To get rid of any doubt I went more than once. Just didn't match up to my local Turkish kebab shop in terms of quality or taste.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you. Much prefer the usual kebabs.

[@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!

[@sigiloXXX]

Hey Gary, you ARE aware of the fact that German Doner Kebap is a franchise owned by "Hero Brands History and operations. The company is owned by with a majority share by Hero Brands, based in Glasgow, Scotland, which also owns Hawaiian food brand Island Poké and salad restaurant Choppaluna." They probably don't do the "German Doner Kebap" any favors.

[@GaryEats]

I did not know that. Thanks for the info and they're definitely not doing them any favours as I've heard the doners in Berlin are superb.

[@sigiloXXX]

@@GaryEats Exactly!

[@masrali4696]

I've no interest in food reviews but subscribed to your channel to give you some support in progressing further in your endeavours.

[@GaryEats]

That's very kind of you. Thank you.

[@bigal6789]

Evening Gary, Only been once to a GDK, I won't be going again. I'm sticking to the the Turkish kebabs. Great review.

[@GaryEats]

Evening mate. Don't blame you. Much appreciated!

[@wendalboy]

such a contrast between the 2 great review

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much mate.

[@DameTremonti]

Would be good to see a shot of the receipts when you're telling us the price. Another cracking video. Thanks

[@GaryEats]

I will see what I can do. Thanks for the feedback and thank you!

[@MalcolmJames-sg3zg]

Good video Gary , You can't beat a kebab 😊 Thanks

[@GaryEats]

You got that right Malcolm. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamielaw3881]

The German doner kebab I belive is a beef kebab all the proper kebabs should be lamb👍I know a lot of people slate the kebab shops but in Luton we have loads of kebab shops and they have really upped their game with the food they sell everything fresh no meat in a warmer cooked and cut in front of you ,we have a German doner in Luton and it is greasy and not the best ,great vid again mate 👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree with you Jamie. Don't rate GDK at all, thanks for that mate.

[@philomenadennehy8585]

I would be happy with that It looks lovely gary The place is nice Fresh salad

[@GaryEats]

Definitely the traditional was very good Phil

[@Michael-wl7iw]

Went to GDK once at Lakeside Essex never again. I go to Kebab King Kings rd London good value good food keep up the good work Gary ..

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Michael and I completely agree with you.

[@iancrawley4009]

No brainer for you there old chap. The Istanbul looked fresh, well presented and a substantial portion to boot. The German offering was completely the opposite and frankly looked a bit of a mess. Absolutely no excuse at all for cold food either. Another well presented review for which I thank you

[@GaryEats]

You're more than welcome Ian and I completely agree with your assessment.

[@ColonelBummleigh]

Man,I love kebabs.

[@GaryEats]

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

[@DidactOfDeath]

I recommend you try the Blue Owl Cafe in Finsbury park. I been in there about 4 times, food is good and the staff are really friendly and have given me free home made pancakes and a free latte before for being a local.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for the recommendation mate. I'll see what I can do.

[@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

[@EricCPOP]

Try Cappadocia in Kingston next time. It's won many awards and I really like it! Cheers for the videos.

[@GaryEats]

More than welcome. I walked past it to go there!

[@EricCPOP]

@@GaryEats You won't be disappointed. There's such a difference between restaurant kebabs and takeaway ones where the latter looks more akin to something that fell off the back of an ambulance in most cases 🤦

[@user-wv8cs4si4n]

Well now I fancy some donner meat, but the Turkish type, with that lovely salad, the way they do the red cabbage is delicious. The bread I don’t think was pitta it was a Turkish flat bread and is the same as the bread we get from our local Turkish restaurant and is cooked exactly the same as the bread you had. Like you I think I prefer pitta but that maybe Greek rather than Turkish. A very good honest review as always, I know which I’d choose

[@GaryEats]

I was actually would have much preferred pitta and it said pitta on the menu so I was a bit surprised when that greeted me but there we go. Thanks for watching Karen and glad you enjoyed it.

[@user-wv8cs4si4n]

@@GaryEats maybe they loosely use the term as that’s what people are used to.

[@giannikhan8160]

Hi Gary I enjoyed your video,I love donar kebabs my favourite was in Earl's court star kebab house 90s days and it was a family run business..gdk you are spot on over No challenge against the Turkish masters and the service you received the food has to be hot..

[@GaryEats]

Thanks mate. Completely agree!

[@jerrytwolanes4659]

The DJ, did a great job! Loved the music The first restaurant looked really good. The second restaurant looked, fast food. The tomato looked sad, the lettuce looked like it was shredded days ago, the cabbage looked wet and painted red. The chips were frozen cheap stock and the kebab is just terrible looking. As always, thanks for giving it a go!

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Jerry and I completely agree with your assessment.

[@purpleaki1277]

I've had gdk a few times and everytime it was outstanding, found the price very reasonable too and ample portion size

[@GaryEats]

Fair enough mate. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@martindunstan8043]

Evening Gary 👍 the traditional Turkish plate looked superb although the pitta situation seemed a bit strange and might have been better had it come as a constructed kebab imo. The 2nd place as you say appeared very quiet but you had tepid food, not good really. The first one looked the clear winner to me simply by presentation. Great review, honest as always, cheers ✌️🍻

[@GaryEats]

Evening Martin 👍 How are you mate? Yes, I would have much preferred a constructed kebab. Spot on mate. Thank you very much!

[@martindunstan8043]

@@GaryEats I'm good thank you, I've often wondered do food reviewers still complain about naff food and or service, or is it just reflected in the review, you are after all a paying customer review or not? Within touching distance now of 10k Gary, seems like only last week you were on 5k🤣Great stuff and take care 👍

[@GaryEats]

I just reflect it in the review my friend. I can't believe how fast everything has grown, all a bit overwhelming Martin. Thanks as always.

[@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.