Reviewing RICK STEIN'S RESTAURANT!

[@kevowski]

Keith Floyd is my favourite chef of all time, the man was a great chef, and above all, a normal bloke and a superb entertainer. None of the current TV chefs come anywhere close.

[@xr6lad]

That man was eccentric with a capital E! Craziness on legs but a fantastic chef and raconteur! Loved him.

[@walterekurtz4320]

The PC police would've shut Floyd down before he opened his first bottle of red.

[@alanmon2690]

He was up there for me as well -really demystified cheffing.

[@GaryEats]

He was an incredibly man. Loved his shows Kev.

[@ianthomas1060]

Keith is/was/will be the best by far, but I do like Rick too

[@MYERZ08]

I've cooked this Dish many many times professionally. In Scotland on the East Coast. I'm also Scottish. The Cullen Skink liquor should be no thicker than whole milk. In other words there is no thickeners added only the potatoes. If the potatoes aren't over cooked you'll get very little starch released. The Skink you're eating is cooked classically.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for the info, much appreciated.

[@moorenicola6264]

Interesting. Good to know thanks.

[@neilanthonyhaywardlewis8978]

Excellent information there, never had it personally but good to know it was cooked to the classic method 😋

[@AlanBirtles-nr3sp]

had this dish at the ‘Plough’ in Basted Kent nr BoroughGreen… landlord (Ben McConnachie) is Scottish & knows how to look after customers. well worth a visit! good beers, good food, good service.

[@northwalescoast7911]

👍🏻

[@timothypowell8624]

Keith was the man. I appreciate your reference to him. Gone but never forgotten. When I drink a glass of red wine while cooking, Keith is in my mind. Rip KF. Sadly missed.

[@GaryEats]

I agree with you, Timothy. I thought Keith was a legend.

[@CutestofBorg]

Ah I agree. What a fantastic character. Sadly missed but I try to watch him regularly. He’ll never be forgotten ❤

[@billow9721]

This guy works hard to give us a really genuinely review that all levels of wealth can enjoy

[@GaryEats]

Really appreciate that Paul. I try to mix up price points and venues to keep it interesting and give lots of different types of places a go

[@ritadonnelly8820]

a load of rot I cook them fish cakes better any day it's fish and chips he wouldn't know a good meal if it jump and bit him

[@m.s.g1890]

@@ritadonnelly8820 all the best with your journey into learning the English language.

[@seankarl8414]

@@ritadonnelly8820 Where is your successful restaurant then Rita?

[@Bulletzen1000]

As for the thinness of Cullen Skink soup, yes, it can be thin, but it also depends on the type of potato used to cook it. I prefer to use floury "tatties" such as Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes, which can thicken it up a bit. Coming from a Scotsman that grew up in a town 12 miles from Cullen

[@georgeton4991]

Lovely part of UK.

[@margaretnadin8030]

Totally agree on the tatties, best for chips as well. JimN

[@GaryEats]

Thank you for the advice and my apologies, when I’ve had it before in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 it was thicker 🤷‍♂️

[@georgegrimes499]

Cullen soup is best with a thicker base as a milky, thin base I find unpalatable

[@haitch04]

Beautiful, we have stayed many times at Portsoy and eaten Cullen Skink often. There's a nice place in Whitehills that does a mean Cullen skink. I think 'thin' is right, it's all about flavour. It is after all I believe, a fishwives recipe .

[@nicholasrupertswainson1168]

Went to a book signing by Keith Floyd in the 80s. He'd had a drink but a perfect gentleman. RIP " Dear Boy " ( as he would have said ! )

[@GaryEats]

I agree Nicholas RIP 🍷🍷

[@alisonhorton2180]

Yes Keith Floyd was an utter genius

[@GaryEats]

Loved the man. A superb chef

[@shaunwild8797]

As much as I liked watching him he was an utter ***t to his cameraman.🤪🤪😁😁

[@matthew6994]

@@GaryEats Soo entertaining to watch and unpredictable! I loved his style of cooking.

[@michaelb2388]

He was also a major pisshead! 😂

[@nickycotton6137]

RIP

[@markmanning5578]

Keith Floyd was a genius and gave me a passion for cooking. Rick Stein is also amazing, but let’s not forget the great David Pritchard, who without, we would not know either of these great chefs. He was the one that brought Keith and Rick to our screens and sadly died in 2019.

[@Sr19769p]

Hi Mark. Oh yeah, I forgot Pritchard filmed both Floyd and Stein. Think Gary has a better relationship with his cameraman than Floyd had with his! 👍

[@GaryEats]

He did mark and read his book a great read 👍

[@luc761]

David not only filmed Floydy and Rick, he sprinkled the programmes wirh his own particular brand of magic. He was an extremely talented producer and director. Thank you Mr. P. ❤

[@AlanKelso]

Nice for the legend that was Keith Floyd to get a mention too. Met him in his restaurant in Devon many years ago. He appeared at the urinal beside me. Normally, I don't chat in that situation, but I made an exception! Top bloke. Even washed his hands before the hand shake 😂

[@GaryEats]

That’s a great story 😂

[@Ruloathesome]

Ha me too at Floyd's Inn...sometimes he was drunk at the bar

[@jimbob8992]

Who'd have thought it, Rick Stein getting some serious competition from Neil Morrissey.

[@GaryEats]

Lol I think Neil wins on this account

[@matthewsmith3289]

Men competing badly 🤣

[@ianthomas1060]

Neil Morrissey is the owner, Bob 'The Chef' cooks it, Can he cook it, yes he can......

[@jeffreyhughesmbe]

You have been seriously conned.

[@paullee5449]

​@@ianthomas1060cool comment 😄

[@sheilam4525]

Have to agree with some of my fellow Scots on here Gary in that the Cullen Skink was very traditionally made, with a milky consistency which is perfect👍. I love Rick Stein so wish I could visit there😊

[@GaryEats]

I’ve been corrected Sheila so my apologies

[@georgiaannebronte]

You are such a sweet man. I used to be a restaurant critic for a respected publication, but you do it much better than I ever did. so much love for you.

[@GaryEats]

Wow, thank you! I very much doubt that Georgia but I really appreciate the incredibly kind words and hope you have a lovely weekend

[@ozmaoz325]

Keith Floyd was the best, a true eccentric. Do love Rick Stein, and loved his dog Chalky on the programmes x

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

NO DOGS !

[@GaryEats]

I fully agree with your comment

[@nickycotton6137]

Aye, bless Chalky..🔥

[@Happyheretic2308]

@@johnsmith-rs2vkyes to dogs and cats.

[@mickm7786]

I always liked watching Gary Rhodes, He had a good way of presenting his show.

[@Toffeeabi81]

Yeah I did too he had so much charisma and good humour.

[@GaryEats]

An absolute gentleman RIP Gary Rhodes

[@MsSkippygirl]

My absolute favourite Chef, Gary Rhodes. Gone way too soon. 🙏

[@andrewjohnston9115]

Floyd on Fish ... he and Rick having a fishy feast on a trawler heading out of port - iconic!

[@londontrada]

They didnt get on at all after Rick got famous.

[@GaryEats]

Floyd on Fish was my favourite

[@Toffeeabi81]

I loved Keith Floyd's passion for fish and his culinary abilities is what made that programme along with rick's involvement well

[@geoffnicholson8364]

And where Rick was frying fish in the fryer in his fish and chip shop

[@lizg5574]

I loved Keith Floyd, too! He was very clever and quirky but truly knew his way around the kitchen. Rick is also a favourite. I wrote to him a couple times as his dog, Chalky, was related to mine! I have signed photos (complete with a paw print) from them, tucked away in one of his cook books! The food looked good - I think I would've picked the same things as you, in that set menu, though the lemon tart that went with the bottom options would also have appealed! Again, a fantastic vlog and brilliant review. Your style of presentation is great, so please don't change. Definitely my favourite food reviewer now - you don't complicate things with fancy language or fluff it out to lessen the times when things aren't so great! Thank you! xx

[@GaryEats]

Very kind as always Liz thank you, and a brilliant story wow x

[@phoenix887]

LOVED watching Keith Floyd’s shows growing up!

[@GaryEats]

Me too 🍷

[@captainredtie6055]

Glad you enjoyed your visit Gary. Place used to be called The Depot and had been there more than 25 years. Rick famously never wanted to open a London restaurant, so it had to take a place of such location and calibre to change his mind! My family and I can only afford to eat there on special occasions, but when we do we always push the boat out (pun intended! 😉) and go for the expensive seafood options, coz...when in Rome eh?! That includes having a cheeky bottle of wine which is always expertly selected and recommended by the staff and Rick's own son! Had probably the best sherry trifle I will ever taste in my entire life on one birthday visit. I still speak of it to this day, while gazing longingly at the photo I took! 😋

[@GaryEats]

So great to hear you like the restaurant I agree it’s in a stunning location

[@JAGIFFORD]

Great watch Gary. I went to see Rick Stein at St George’s hall in Bradford on Friday. What a smashing all round guy he is.

[@GaryEats]

I may have to do it myself. Love Rick and his shows. Glad you had a great time!

[@valeriewright8686]

No I’m not convinced, not a lot there for thirty quid. People go as their under the misconception that Rick Stein is in the kitchen cooking ! Just another fancy chef but put his name to it and over charge.

[@TechnicalN3xtG3n]

Top notch, super professional video as always 👌🏼 you deserve a hell of alot more subscribers!! Keep them coming 🍻

[@GaryEats]

Thanks a ton!

[@lloyd1934]

Agreed 👍

[@BmanNL1]

Keith is a legend! He always loved to cook with wine, wonder why? 😂

[@silviodawson3414]

Was a legend 😊

[@GaryEats]

LOL. Indeed!

[@BmanNL1]

@@silviodawson3414 Keith Floyd was/is bigger than life.

[@kenmay1572]

One third for cooking and two thirds for quaffing. I'm the same

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

Always a quick swig ! RIP . Dear Keith .

[@stephenauty8943]

Love gary. Straight to the point. Always truthful. And no clickbait like every other youtuber. Love him 👍👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Stephen thank you very much 👍👍

[@haroldclarke3267]

Keith Floyd was the best for me an absolute legend, got to admit Rick stein is the best tv chef on tv today by far haven't got time for the other celebrity chefs, the meal looked good the soup looked perfect to me as i don't like thick soups i much prefer a broth type soup or a beef consommé, fish cakes looked a decent portion alas I'm not a fishy man so in my case i wouldn't have ordered the starter or mains but the pud looked brill, and the location was fab, great review as normal 8 was a good score i think a 9 would have been fairer but you were there so i take your word for it, another gem thanks Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you as always Harold the meal was good but not exceptional hence my score 👍

[@markramsay6399]

What a great video! / Oh bless Keith Floyd, also my fave TV chef of all time. Have all his books and all his media on archive. Probably my all time fave resource of his is "Floyd on India" - amazing book and amazing TV series, such good memories. Got all Rick Stein's books too ! Right back to the video / OK - all looked really great for sure. I am biased here, but I just know I would rather pay a premium for say 'Indian' or 'thai' as compared to what was served today for you - but no way knocking it, it looked fabulous. So I think 8/10 is fair. Mark.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Mark. Top man and thank you as always. Have a superb weekend.

[@gazmix589]

Gaz i loved Keith Floyd too & all his programmes but Floyd on France was a masterpiece of culinary TV because of what it meant..

[@GaryEats]

I absolutely agree with you Gaz. He was a wonderful chef

[@B.Sikes1968]

Floyd on France is my favourite cook book. My Toy Poodle is called Floyd!

[@billmagowan1492]

Keith Floyd deffo got me interested in cooking!

[@nickycotton6137]

Yeah, got that on DVD. Thoroughly enjoyed that classic.

[@carlwyatt5036]

Gary ,Rick typifies everything I've said ,having said that he is one of the more likeable guys in the catering business but like most has lost his way to greed ,not the same intentions when he started out 40 years ago

[@GaryEats]

I have to agree unfortunately

[@PlumCrumble]

I get that this is a more refined version of cullen skink, but still feel it could've done with a bit more body... Glad to hear it tasted so good though, and that it came with bread!! I've used Jerusalem artichoke instead of potato when making cullen skink before to keep it a little lighter and add some flavour interest!

[@GaryEats]

I have to agree with you. I felt it needed a bit more density but others have commented that it's fine!

[@markharrison5695]

Made me laugh when you said you watched the plate of mussels pass by... l've lost count of the times I've seen another dish go past and thought 'Wish I'd ordered that now' 😂 Another great review Gary 👍

[@Sr19769p]

Same, Mark!

[@GaryEats]

School boy error Mark they looked WOW 👍

[@philipmckeon8944]

Rick Stein. What a gentleman. Loved his programme’s for years. His son (can’t remember his name) was/ is also a cook and a fine one too. Unfortunately ended up under the father’s shadow and never became a Rick. Kieth however was a genius. Great video guys. 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Phillip, Keith was my absolute favourite a real character 🍷🍷

[@Jonny-M93]

Im a chef 10 mins from Cullen, Skink definetly on the thin side but overall looks great👍

[@GaryEats]

Superb to hear Jonny

[@rosemarymee]

I’ve seen people from the northeast say that a tin of condensed milk should be added, so I don’t think it should ever be thin.

[@seamus9750]

Rick's KZbin channel is my go to when I want to throw together something for house guests...love his approach to food and life.

[@GaryEats]

I've subbed to it for a while

[@rosemarymee]

Thanks for telling us about it. Never knew it existed.

[@garyoconnor7566]

Another great review Gary, I’m a big fan of Rick so interesting to watch the video. Keep up the good work.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Gary

[@paulmcgrath83]

Gary you are very quickly becoming one of my favourite content makers. Keep doing what you do each day my friend. Much love to you and your family. Cant wait until the next video. 😊

[@GaryEats]

Very kind and appreciated Paul thank you

[@SoulLegendsRadio]

Ive had traditional Cullen Skink many times and it is supposed to be quite thin, to me that was a perfect example and looked delicious, those fishcakes did look a little bit small but I suppose the fact there was three of them made it suffice, I really did like the look of them and OMG that sticky toffee pudding with cornish clotted cream, Heaven on a plate, I think all in all considering it is a high end Restaurant value wise it was spot on, compare to the infamous Tom Kerridge Fish and Chips debackle and this wins hands down, Personally I would mark it 9 out of 10, really enjoyed this review Gary, regards Gav

[@GaryEats]

Cheers 🍻 Gave all round good meal not brilliant but enjoyed it loads 👍

[@NicholasBerry-ku9rd]

Another great review. Thanks Gary. I'm glad you mentioned Keith Floyd. What a character. Somewhere in my house I've got his book 'Floyd on Fish'. I don't think I ever made any of the recipes but it's worth reading just for his asides. You can imagine them in his voice with the accompanying mannerisms. In the intro to one- and bear in mind the cultural references pertain to 1984- he says something like "this is a dish that you might even persuade your orange haired kids to eat, if you can get them out of their bedrooms where they're listening to Headache 100".

[@GaryEats]

lol I loved Floyd and a real character as you’ve illustrated 🍷🍷

[@chrisstronach5495]

I always enjoy the way Rick Stein combines literature wuth food. He'll read a poem or a passage from a novel to put the dish into historical context. I find the mix of history and food fascinating.

[@GaryEats]

Great to hear never got his cook books

[@clives344]

Yes thats what unique about Rick its his poetry on the edge of a cliff in Cornwall in the early days, just think he became too commercial

[@nickmiller76]

Whereas I can't stand his 'literary' pretensions. Each to their own.

[@chrisstronach5495]

@@nickmiller76 Exactly, each to their own. His fish and chips look rubbish though 😂

[@ryanbelfield7341]

Amazing review as always my good man. Keep up the amazing work. 👊👏

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Ryan thank you 👌

[@dansharpe2364]

He has a restaurant here in Poole, in Sandbanks, the very expensive bit of Poole where all the houses overlooking Poole Bay look like they were made in Minecraft. The restaurant is also very expensive and mediocre at best, but it's much loved by the sort of person who really, really wants to be allowed into the golf club.

[@natashafrance717]

Lol I know what you mean about Minecraft, I went in one about a year ago, was pretty unusual inside too, felt like I was in a rich serial killers house 🤣 ….cool to see the sea looking either way from inside the house though 👍

[@GaryEats]

Lol I understand you Dan. (Not about the Mincraft part, I'm not sure what that is lol)

[@Youtube-Censorship-Police]

the minecraft and golf club parts cracked me up lmao😂

[@Youtube-Censorship-Police]

@GaryEats minecraft is a popular building and crafting game where the whole world is made out of blocks. i guess what the op is saying is that the architecture isn't that impressive lol.

[@xr6lad]

@@KZbin-Censorship-Police I am not familiar with Minecraft (I sort of worked out it was a computer game) either apart from heard the name - I just assumed it meant it was like some AI artificial game where everything was picture postcard perfect nothing out of place like in the movies.

[@michaelfelsinger-k2i]

Hi Gary, looked like a pretty good dining experience. Yes, I've always loved Rick Stein's TV programs. You get a lot more than great food. You get Rick reading Thomas Hardy poems, excerpts from novels, and the culture and history of the places he visits. Spain and the story of El Cid comes first to mind. A great man, much loved by his fans who number in the millions. When I was a kid, I'd sit myself down on the couch, mum's terrific Sri Lankan curry on my lap, and watch Keith Floyd, imagining I was having some of that rare-vintage French red he was quaffing. What an extraordinary man ! He seemed to have such a pleasant nature. ( I have to figure out how to get onto Telegram today ) . My score was 9/10. Thanks Gary. Another fine noshery you got us into !

[@GaryEats]

What an absolutely brilliant and wonderful comment thank you so much but your score was one point out lol

[@CarolCCmoto]

The soup doesn’t have to be thick (I am Scottish) just full of flavour. I was actually impressed with the fish cakes as you had three! Normally only two are served and they may be a bit larger but cool quickly once opened and I like food to be at least warm. Am absolutely green with envy as far as the sticky toffee pudding is concerned! You’re one lucky lad!

[@GaryEats]

Today I was a lucky fella for sure

[@craiggough3272]

Floyd in is 2cv and a bottle of wine

[@kirkgracey]

James Martin now owns that 2cv! Just a bit of useless information 😊

[@byteme9718]

You need to be drunk to try and drive a 2cv.

[@gregchapman5556]

I loved Keith Floyd he was always pissed out of his head 😂😂.

[@GaryEats]

I loved him too 🍷🍷

[@Sr19769p]

Naaah - the kitchen was pissed, not him 😂. He was a great guy, I loved him too.

[@MarcLudford]

He loved a glass of vino

[@MarcLudford]

Lovely guy yeah

[@MrPhantom1961]

Three great plates of food and an idyllc location on the river. You mentioned the mussels as a starter. As a huge seafood fan, that would have caught my eye. Whilst I love a sticky toffee pud, I think I would have opted for the the ginger pudding, as long as it had a decent kick of ginger to it.

[@GaryEats]

I jus5 wanted to see what the set menu looked like on this occasion and will be trying seafood soon 👍

[@KarenAllison-b2i]

I visited Rick Stein’s cookery school in Padstow many years ago with my brother which was a Christmas present from my husband. We had a great few days and the booze was definitely flowing as was the food ! It was definitely an experience. I was surprised you ordered two smoked haddock dishes. Great vlog as always

[@GaryEats]

Great story and an error on my behalf well spotted 👍

[@leesharpe5610]

Food looked fanatastic . The set menu looked great value for money . no problem with the service charge either . Where you get stiffed is the on the wines ,8/10 from me also ,you looked happy when the pudding came along lol .Another great review GaryWill be giving this ago sometime .Cheers

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Lee I hope you enjoy when you visit

[@jfergs.3302]

Another classy looking place with great looking dishes. But haddock starter, haddock mains?!?! I too thought the soup far too thin, that's not the way i've had/seen it in the past. And on (my) screen, the fishcakes looked a good size, and with there being 3. But didn't look like there was enough sauce to go around. And STP, you can't go wrong, ha. PS, scratch the starter/main comment, I once had chicken livers, followed by calves liver. The tum wants what the tum wants eh 🙂

[@GaryEats]

No I can’t let the comment go as you are completely right, my mistake. However I’m pleased you done the same lol 😂. Take care and see you soon 👍

[@HenryhyphenS]

The problem is all that food can be made in vast quantities. I think an 8 is very generous for that, 7 here but hard to argue with Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Let’s just say 7.5 Henry 👍

[@garethconnett7672]

I enjoyed watching Keith Floyd you were always guaranteed a laugh, the director David Pritchard died 4 yrs ago now January 2019. Rick Stein is also very watchable, good review as always , take care Gary, , Gareth

[@GaryEats]

Really sad to hear about Pritchard. Take care mate.

[@juliemcgarty4764]

Food looked lovely tge fishcakes were small that sticky toffee pudding looked delicious thanks gary as qlways brilliant review

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Julie thank you

[@georgieleitch5168]

Loved Floyd as I do Stein .. was gifted a trip to UK from Australia and I loved both places thanks for your time and reviews .. unfortunately I’ll probably not going back to UK .. hopefully I will

[@GaryEats]

I like both chefs as great entertainment Georgie

[@emperormonkey4618]

Looking good Gary 💯 , have you had work done recently?

[@GaryEats]

No I’m not that vain lol 😂

[@emperormonkey4618]

@@GaryEats all the same, we watched this video with friends and all agreed you're looking magnificent

[@jonathanfinan722]

I was in Falmouth a few years ago and fancied some fish and chips so I headed to Stein's chippy. I got as far as the price list and turned around. I recall it was about £18 for the basic cod and chips. Robbing bastard.

[@bradtyson]

Fkin hell mate the average price of a half decent chippy is between 9 and 13 quid in the UK so at a place like that not that bad really is it. Especially of its nice nothing wrong with it once in a while

[@tommythelizard]

He did say a few years ago

[@martinquinn9007]

I remember the skatis hotels had brillt breakfast was buffet and there kedgeree was

[@michaelbratton3319]

That looked more like a taster menu?

[@andrewjohnston9115]

We had the fish and chips at Falmouth ... you should have spent the money.

[@paulc1553]

65.7K. Numbers keep going up and deservedly so. Best wishes, Gary xxx.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks so much Paul. Take care!

[@aimvero7166]

@@GaryEatsgreat job

[@gauravipal9518]

400 more in next 11 hours.

[@CharlesCampo1]

you are my favourite youtuber! love your heartwarming content. this is what we need in such a gloomy world. thank you!

[@GaryEats]

Thanks so much Charles. Means a lot you think that. Thanks for the comment and have a lovely weekend!

[@paulinetaylor5536]

Sticky toffee pudding, ,YUM!! my favourite, has to have lots of sauce and I like ice-cream on mine. Heaven on a spoon...

[@GaryEats]

This was lovely

[@marinavandeventer5143]

So glad I found your channel!Another enjoyable video, thank you so much!😊🎉

[@GaryEats]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you found it as well with your lovely comments

[@colinmacfarlane6838]

Met Keith floyd in Cardiff circa 1983....I asked him if he wasn't drinking wine what was his other favourite tipple ? He replied "Simple old chap, Newcastle brown ale...guaranteed to get you pissed." Ps the Cullen skink was too thin 😢 Pps The good the bad and the ugly...Rick Stein, Harvey Weinstein and Frankenstein 😂

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

He also liked a large black Bushmills !

[@nickycotton6137]

"Just a quick slurp" as he'd say.😊. Bless him..🔥

[@nigel8499]

Unless in was before he was famous, it would have been 1985 or after as his first Series on TV was Floyd on Fish 1985.

[@colinmacfarlane6838]

@@nigel8499 probably right nigel

[@GaryEats]

Very funny Colin I really loved watch Keith 🍷🍷🍷 and naughty

[@thecornedbeefcouncil9792]

Well done Gary Lad, decent looking food. Quite expensive but if you’re getting quality then it’s value for money. The problem with Steins restaurant in Padstow is there’s so many better, cheaper options available.

[@GaryEats]

Top man. Thank you. Yes, I've not heard good things in all honesty mate.

[@terabyte1695]

10/10, considering where it is , overheads, location views, looked top class , well done Gary,see you on the next one.

[@GaryEats]

Great score thank you

[@paulconnors2078]

This was an especially interesting chapter to watch. As much as I love watching Gary eat various breakfasts, watching this complete seafood dinner with its variety of ingredients was even more interesting. The eggs with the fish cakes were a very unusual combination.

[@GaryEats]

Hi Paul, this was a good one but not outstanding, lovely location but portion a bit disappointing hence the score 👍

[@thevolthead]

Hi Gary, you're travelling to Padstow to try Rick Steins fish and chips? Please use this as a benchmark - 5 out of 10, poor. I'm down there every year. They're really not great.

[@GaryEats]

Not a problem my friend. I won't just be doing Rick's, I want to try some real family run independent places as well!

[@MikeNewland]

Yeah that Ivy in Cobham not a bit of bread with soup. Bad.

[@GaryEats]

Very bad Mike. Always need bread/roll with soup

[@MikeNewland]

Even in the workhouse here we get bread with our gruel.@@GaryEats

[@clives344]

Sorry as a Cornishman I would not set foot in one of his establishments. Liked what he did back in the 90s and even bought one of his early books then. Wonder if Rick prepared your plate Gary? Or was he back in Australia.

[@GaryEats]

Clearly he isn’t the cook Clive and understand your comment

[@kr6262]

I don't understand, can you explain why you're no longer a fan of his

[@kevinhoughton9134]

I'm not a seafood person as such, my culinary palate stretches to Haddock or Cod encased in a light crispy batter, Monk fish in a curry, or a Salmon baked with accompaniments of crisp fresh salad and new potatoes. My wife and myself ate at Rick Stein's restaurant in Padstow back in the early '90's, it was nothing out of the ordinary but there were queues like you wouldn't believe, it had a take away part as well. I can't remember the cost exactly but I can remember summing up that it wasn't worth the price difference from most other fish and chip eateries.

[@GaryEats]

Exactly the same as I found this restaurant, good but that’s about it 👍

[@edcoad4930]

Very fair and balanced!! That is why this channel is addictive viewing. Well done, Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Very kind thank you Ed

[@StutterBoyECFC]

I'm dropping a 9 on this one. The combined portion size looked about substantial. Quality was definitely all over it. Price was acceptable. The soup was too watery, in my opinion, as well. The dessert absolutely carried this through for a solid, if not perfect, score.

[@GaryEats]

That's fair enough. A good score!

[@tommythelizard]

Bet Rick has never cooked a chip in that particular restaurant

[@GaryEats]

I doubt it

[@aledjango]

Early again, my mum bloody loves this man! I hope this lives up

[@GaryEats]

Rick? He's a fantastic chef

[@aledjango]

@@GaryEats both

[@rich11a15]

My wife and I have visited several of Rick Steins restaurants, main restaurant, bistro, hotel, pub, I have always enjoyed the food there, and although I frequently moan about the cost of things these days, I have no difficulty or grumbles when buying good food, I have to say the thing that really impressed me was the staff, very friendly and natural whilst at the same time efficient and gracious, really professional. Well done them.

[@GaryEats]

The staff were very nice, I would agree

[@grahamelgie9281]

Great review again Gary.......For the location , quality of food and service it looked worth it to me! 🙂

[@GaryEats]

I understand Graham thank you

[@ReggieTimlin]

No wonder the guys a multi 😂

[@GaryEats]

Yes, the Wild Sea bass was calling my name until I saw the price... next time!

[@adrianpoole9201]

The Sea Bass was wild when it got caught. It was still none too happy when it got cooked 😂😂😂.

[@terrykemp8131]

Stein's fish and chips are a rip off. Do not believe the hype. Poor quality and grossly over priced.

[@GaryEats]

I've not heard good things Terry...

[@BIRVS]

Agreed absolute overpriced sh*te

[@jimthefinger7391]

Your exactly correct

[@maxm04a]

Yeah the fish and chips aren’t worth half the price they charge

[@michaeldunham3385]

​@@jimthefinger7391seriously it's you're how difficult is English for you?

[@markhughes8314]

My step father was mates with Keith Floyd, met when they were in the army. Mum said that he was a really nice guy when she met him. Surprised me being Rick Steins place and how that set menu was very reasonably priced like that Gazza!

[@GaryEats]

Keith was an amazing chef

[@paulcurd7617]

Floyd was an absolute legend! Loved his TV shows. If you’ve never read his autobiography it’s well worth a read. A life extremely well lived!

[@GaryEats]

I’ve read it and David Pritchard as well the producer 🍷🍷🍷

[@Whatzzzz999]

Floyd: A brilliant cook and presenter, such passion and unselfconscious humour, with his hand rarely more than inch or so away from a large glass of red!

[@walterlatham8851]

Thinks he’s a better chef than what he is

[@GaryEats]

Not a fan of him Walter? Lol

[@nimmichagger165]

I’ve been to Stein’s restaurant in Padstow, and was extremely disappointed and underwhelmed. I do like him as a person, and that’s why I’m happy you enjoyed the food here. Another great review, mate. Cheers!

[@GaryEats]

That’s disappointing to hear and thank you

[@charliesmith1461]

Gary love your reviews always makes me feel hungry! Always very honest and informative. Your mention of the legend Keith Floyd brought back memories thanks , keep it up.

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Charlie thank you 🙏

[@richgilmour817]

Love the programme Gary. Went home to visit my mum for a week as she has been unwell and we've watched around 30 videos. We have thoroughly enjoyed your reviews. Keep up the good work!

[@GaryEats]

I’m so sorry to hear about mum, I wish you all the very best 🌹🌹🌹

[@thaibillyboy]

Hi Gary, food looked great but i agree the sauce could have been thicker, i actually sat next to Rick Stein on a flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in Thailand some years ago when he was filming for his book The Far Eastern Odyssey. Really nice chap and very approachable, i do love his food channels but never made it to any of his restaurants yet, cheers and thanks, very enjoyable.

[@GaryEats]

You're more than welcome. Take care!

[@ProfessorDarkAcademia]

Love the optimism. “Let’s give it a go!”

[@GaryEats]

As always, you’ve gotta give it a go

[@6c61]

Love watching Rick Stein's programmes, and the old re-runs of Keith Floyd. Glad you've gone to a "posh" restaurant for a change, and shown everyone that they often do cheaper set menus, especially at lunch times. I went to The Cross at Kenilworth and was blown away at how good their lunch set menu was, and whilst an expensive treat, the bill wasn't as scary as I assumed it would be.

[@GaryEats]

I really like Keith a real character 🍷🍷 we try to mix things up on the channel so appreciate your comment

[@ovepayne]

Keith is my all time favorite chef and he was quite big in Sweden when his show was first shown in the early 90/s! Of course another great review, Gary and the food was obviously great.

[@GaryEats]

I really enjoyed watching Keith and thank you

[@mattysowls]

Massive Rick stein fan so this was a great video Gary. Food looked sensational, the sticky toffee pudding looked Devine

[@GaryEats]

Glad you liked it Matty

[@davidl9951]

Have you considered visiting any of the well known seafood restaurants in London. For a reasonable price there’s Fishworks or Oystermen, and if you wanted to go large there’s Bentleys or J Sheekey.

[@GaryEats]

Will do soon David

[@stevelondonse23]

Interesting review Gary. Like you, loved Keith Floyd, but never warmed to Steins presenting style. Went to one of his restaurants in Padstow at mother in laws behest some years ago. It was nice enough but underwhelming for the price. May be will give it a try again. PS never had a sticky toffee pudding as good as I had at Sharrow Bay, its home and sadly long gone...

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Steve, Keith was always my favourite🍷🍷

[@sheilagarrido8204]

A lovely restaurant in a beautiful area. The skink did look a tad watery, however for those who know their Scottish soup it would seem that the consistency was correct. I believe you Gary when ypu say this was flavoursome. The fishcakes were possibly something I would have chosen. The eggs that accompanied them looked mouthwatering. The S T Pudding and especially the clotted cream!!!!! Yum, yum, yum. That was a nice review Gary. Relaxed, nice food, friendly efficient service. Thank you once again Gary.🎉 😊👏👏👏👏 I'll be looking out for you on your next venture!!

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Sheila!!

[@avinashbhogun]

One aspect I like about your channel is the intro and outro. Barnes is such a lovely part of London, definitely one of my favourites. Wish I could afford to live there lol Another delightful review!

[@GaryEats]

Very kind and really appreciated

[@andigraham3265]

There’s so many variations of Cullen Skink. Yes it should be thicker and should also contain potatoes to help thicken the sauce and maybe leeks and a little fish or chicken stock. That’s how we used to do it in the restaurant.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Andi, lots of different opinions on this one ☝️

[@lauriesaffell2399]

I love Rick Stein, love your review, he's a proper cook, no flights of fancy here, just good solid food, fairly priced for location, I think

[@GaryEats]

Me too Laurie and absolutely lovely guy 👍

[@johnorchin8567]

Hi Gary, I like it that you are becoming more diverse in your choice of restaurants and dishes you choose, also it’s interesting to see a starter and a pudding.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you John we do try to mix things up

[@CheshireCat6639]

Yes all looked very nice..i wasnt sure about the soup thickness..not my bag im afraid....i love a fish cake on creamy cheesey mash..nom...ty for sharing Gary..great watch as per 🎉 ( deffo Mr M's food won it for me)

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very kind thank you 🙏

[@kelleywoods5244]

Hello from New Zealand. Love your videos Gary. We've been to Rick Stein's seafood restaurant in Cornwall 3 times, first visit was 2014 and it was absolutely fantastic. We took our son in 2019 and what a disappointment, it was so bad that we said we'd never go back again 😢I'd love you to review that restaurant even though I know you said you were going to try his fish and chips in Padstow. Interesting fact, Rick lived here in New Zealand back in the day! 😊 Keep up the great work, you're the best ❤

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Kelley I e heard it’s a bit hit and miss so I might give that a go instead 👍

[@jennifertselentis4755]

Looks really good. would definitely visit

[@GaryEats]

You should!

[@robbey300]

Great food with Rick Stein - stayed at his hotel in Padstow for three days and ate his restaurant food, amazing. I even did the cookery course there on the quayside and had a great time learning lots of new skills. The best recipes were the sambal and then the emulsified spicy guacamole. 😎

[@GaryEats]

So brilliant to hear pleased you had a great time

[@aquariusstarchild5156]

Hi I'm Laura from shropshire .you mentioned my dear late mother's favourite TV chef kieth Floyd .he used to get more and more drunk lol with his wine .she loved him .❤live your channel so much .❤

[@GaryEats]

Hello Laura, I’m sorry about you mum, but like her I loved 🥰 Floyd 🍷🍷🍷. Really appreciate you watching and commenting thank you x

[@margueritehunter-ts5dq]

Drool, drool,drool . Thanks for the review Gary, Rick Stein is my favourite too 👍

[@GaryEats]

Very kind and we agree 👍

[@pixelgraphica]

Soup was watery! Toffee pudding looked like you should have ordered another one. 🤭 I have to confess that I would have!!

[@GaryEats]

I was very tempted 🤔🥰

[@toffeelatte6042]

I've been to this rick stein's multiple times. I love this restaurant. I'm not sure if the Maitre'D Jean-Francois was working when you were there (youngish looking guy with blonde hair) but he is simply fantastic. First time I was there my friend tipped his glass over and it broke. TGhey moved us to another table, replaced our drinks and offered to re-make my Sea Bass but as I was 3/4 through it anyway and don't like wasting food I declined. As a result of that service, I have been back for every single menu change for 4 years. They also have lovely seating overlooking the thames.

[@GaryEats]

He wasn't working this time but the staff were great. That's very kind of them to do. How was the sea bass? I still live in regret that I didn't have it

[@thaisstone5192]

(88) Delighted that Rick Stein is still going for it. Really liked watching his cooking shows when I lived in NZ and also Keith Floyd. Everything looked picture perfect; personally I only had Cullen Skink that had a light broth like that one. Shed 5 (restaurant on the Wellington wharf front, not sure if its still there) only had it on their menu on the weekend. Always came with a fresh bap made in house. I would have given it a 10, but I have a small appetite.

[@GaryEats]

I was wrong about the soup so apologies and portion excellent if you don’t have a big appetite 👍

[@stevenbrown8857]

Ah man, keith Floyd, what a man, a pleasure to watch. Rick Stein, I love his programs, food, and travel. The food looked great, fish cakes that aren't all mash .... yum. I'd have had the ginger pudding cos I'm a ginger fiend 😂 Expensive restaurant, but ah man, once In a while why not 😊 looked worth it. Excellent video mate 😊😊 an 8.5 for me.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Steven this was good but not outstanding