Reviewing the UK'S BIGGEST GREGGS! You Won't Like Me Saying This!

I'm at Greggs today. To those of you who live in the UK, the chances are you've been to Greggs at least once in your life so today I've decided to head down there to try their full range of what they have to offer at one of their biggest landmark restaurants. Let's give it a go!
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[@humdumdiggdy]

My old mum fractured her spine, came out of hospital on a zimmer. Mum, said I, where do u want to go, I'll take u anywhere u like. Half an hour later we were parked in a nearby town, bypassing several esteemed eateries en route, and she was inching along the pavement towards Greggs for a steak bake with a steely glint in her eye. I had a coffee. It was gopping. But mum was very happy and had an iced bun too.

[@louiseed1321]

That's lovely, your mum has her priorities right, the Steak Bake would have been amazing after the hospital cuisine, the simple pleasures in life are underrated! Steak Bakes are annoyingly delicious though!

[@GaryEats]

That's lovely!

[@colinmiller8361]

Hope your mum is recovering. I'm sure a few more steak bakes will aid her recovery.

[@dermotmcglinchey282]

Never liked Greggs as to me it’s just belly busting low quality filler , however many people swear by them 🤔…Definitely cheap and cheerful not for me though ..I was brought up in N Ireland back in the 1950s a home were my mothers cooking and baking were legendary and half the kids in the street would sneak in at tea time , my mother never refused one of them 🙏…

[@estype]

Lovely mate, long live xx

[@DavidMeikle-ei7fr]

I buy pastries, sausage rolls etc from a local bakery who has 2 shops in town. The quality is far superior to Greggs and their prices are very reasonable. Support your local businesses !

[@Exiledtaffzh]

This is a local business employes local people puts money into local economy

[@davidhandley9007]

I totally agree mate, you know it makes total sense. Rights.

[@Silphwave]

Same. My local butcher makes way better sausage rolls, pies, pastries and bread rolls etc

[@GaryEats]

Of course David

[@roy5k2]

​@@davidhandley9007 why ya some Alan sugar

[@DrMark1981]

I really like Greggs. I’m from the North East of England, the home of Greggs, and we had nothing when I was a kid - back in the 1980’s. As a treat, my family would get me and my brother a sausage roll from either Greggs or Carricks (another local bakery) … probably because they were cheap and cheerful. I’m 43, married and a consultant psychiatrist, but having something from Greggs still takes me right back. 😊 Great video, Gary.

[@rosemarymee]

@@DrMark1981 Do you find that many of your patients frequent Greggs?

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Mark, have a good week

[@r7coo]

I remember the Carricks in Durham way before we had a Greggs.

[@TheChodax]

Where I grew up in Manchester in the early 1980's we were close to one of the actual bakeries in Clayton, wherever the actual industrial bakeries were you would always find a clearance shop that sold product that had been baked the day before or had slight issues like smudged icing on the vanilla slices. Everything was 1/3rd the price of the normal shops. Every family in the area used that shop, it was the cheapest place to buy bread and family treats that might not have been affordable for many otherwise. As much as I dislike the current Greggs I'll always have a soft spot for them because of what they were.

[@TheChodax]

@@rosemarymee most of them don't last the 2 year waiting list we currently have!

[@adoniahungley87]

I have just stumbled on your videos Gary and I am now an avid fan , keep up the good work 👍 👌

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say thank you and I appreciate you watching and commenting

[@jordanleewalker]

You could review the process of paint drying and I'd still watch it. You're such a pleasant, wholesome person - I'm so chuffed I found you a week ago! The only time I'd go to Greggs is for a cheap and sort-of-cheerful decaff coffee.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much very kind Jordan. Really happy you're on the channel

[@Dm1995-2]

You tell it how it is Gary, that's why we love you

[@GaryEats]

and I love you all too

[@daradelappe5125]

You are as honest as the day is long gary 👍👍

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say, thank you very much

[@DavidSmith-bh7rk]

I bet the people serving were thinking “Crikey, this bloke really likes his Greggs”.

[@GaryEats]

The server couldn't believe it when I went up a 4th time lol

[@TheChodax]

@@GaryEats Bruce Bogtrotter with chocolate cake! 🤣😁

[@RosieHarp]

I love Greggs vegan sausage rolls, they're the best non meat ones you can get. Glad you enjoyed it. Iceland sell packs of them frozen 😃 Nice varied review again 👍

[@GaryEats]

Makes a nice change to review vegan/veg Rosie!

[@Micah_Lal]

We didn't expect a Greggs review on Gary Eats but as always...... you gave it a go!

[@onlylexus]

"No one expects a Greggs review on Gary eats!!" Python???

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much Micah, why not eh

[@Micah_Lal]

​@@GaryEats 😄

[@cherrybreslin]

1​@@GaryEats

[@markdawson-smith1950]

I will always have a soft spot for Greggs, as my nanna and grandpa lived in Gosforth and they used to take me to the original Greggs on Gosforth High Street when I visited them during school holidays (50+ years ago!). Fond memories. Good to hear that the staff were attentive later on (after your initial rather cool encounter). Without wanting to stereotype, I have to say that all of the Gregg's staff I have met (across numerous branches) in the north of England have been absolute gems. Great video, much appreciated as always.

[@GaryEats]

That is so good to hear, Mark. Hopefully this brought back some lovely memories and thank you very much.

[@burgess316]

Big fans from NZ here Gary, thanks for the mention! Hope you make it down here one day for a food tour!

[@GaryEats]

I’m really hoping I can visit you next year

[@StephenAstley-Nadin]

A very good evening Gary! You seem to be working harder than ever! Loving the reviews as always. Cheers and thanks again for the positivity!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much Stephen, how are you doing?

[@StephenAstley-Nadin]

@GaryEats Good news is I had no adverse effects after last Mondays treatment which is brilliant. Next one is two weeks tomorrow so fingers crossed 🤞. Have a great evening Gary. Thanks.

[@alec1113]

Lucky you got a table at Gregg's. Usually, you have to book months in advance

[@heathermartin8932]

LOL 🤣🤣

[@benvandermerwe4934]

😂😂😂

[@ant7936]

Usually full of police. Hence, their size. 😉

[@sarahwelty9223]

Haha that cracked me up!😂😂 thanks for making a crappy day much better!

[@davesy6969]

I think i saw Gordon Ramsey in the background scoffing yum yums.

[@maltehestbech3192]

Full speed ahead for 200k subscribers - well done, Gary! I've never been to Greggs, and I've lived in the UK

[@GaryEats]

You’ve never been wow, and thank you very much

[@peterhiorns1670]

I must admit that I’ve never tried any of their “veggie “ range BUT Gary you have inspired me to “give it a go” next time 😊

[@GaryEats]

You know it makes sense Peter, as always give it a go lol 😂

[@binopereira8531]

A Gary Eats video and the Spain France match coming up ,great way to spend an afternoon. Hope that everyone has a great day.

[@MrGearoid65]

Agree! And the tennis at Wimbledon. 😊

[@sarahwelty9223]

And the Matchplay darts at the weekend👍

[@GaryEats]

So many sports are on but thank you for watching me Bino

[@martinmcdonald4207]

Looking forward to the footie too, might just grab a cool one from the fridge while i`m at it! Cheers.

[@martyfree2389]

Spain 2-1 prediction

[@davesy6969]

In 2013, the government brought in the hot pasty tax, which meant that previously exempt baked goods were subject to 20% VAT. Greggs circumvents this by selling them straight from the oven and allowing them to cool. Saving VAT.

[@GaryEats]

Yep, bit of a shame

[@MrMeldarionx]

the customer is the one who suffers.

[@damieneaves5670]

yes i always ask what is hot and order accordingly

[@davidchandler4587]

Never been to Greg’s before. Never had the need. However an interesting revue and like you say they do the job. Warm food which is reasonably tasty and doesn’t cost the earth.

[@rosemarymee]

Nothing to eat in their range if you’re coeliac or gluten intolerant…😢

[@davidjohnston101]

Some fantastic recent videos, Gary. You and the cameraman put so much time and effort into polished products. Any plans to try out Bocca Di Lupo (perhaps followed by an ice cream over at gelupo across the road)? Keep up the great work guys - always looking forward to what’s in store!

[@GaryEats]

Osteria Romana instead David, thank you!

[@bobz1736]

At 61 yrs old, I've honestly never been to Greggs, and now I live in Thailand, I likely never will. I can see they fill an important place in the market especially as finances get tighter, and watching you eat those pastries made me feel hungry. Great video. +1 sub.

[@GaryEats]

It’s good, Bob, but definitely not worth visiting from Thailand lol 😂

[@harrymc9263]

Last xmas, as a bit of fun, Greggs had a posh pop up restaurant in Fenwick's department store in Newcastle "Bistro Greggs". Menu included Steak Bake with Truffled Dauphinoise Potatoes, Green Beans & Almonds. Spicy Veg Curry Bake, Saffron Pilau Rice, Kachumber. Best of all The Greggs Benedict :- Sausage, Bean & Cheese Melt, Smoked Ham, Poached Cackle bean Eggs & Sauce Hollandaise.

[@GaryEats]

I would have loved to try that

[@falcon1falcon183]

Was the beefy bake on the menu?😅😅

[@danlacey3676]

An early draft of the lyrics by George Michael, there.

[@Amanda-m-50]

Great review Gary, certainly wasn’t expecting to see you giving it a go in Greggs! 😊x

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much and something a bit different

[@5714sqd]

Having left the UK in 1968, I have never seen or been to a Greggs. I travel back to the UK occasionally and try to find things that still exist when I lived their permanently. I do remember Harry Ramsdens in my hometown, no longer there, sadly. My sister, who lives in Preston, does buy from Greggs, next trip I'll try them. As always, Gary, a useful and informative revue. Don't forget the Gaviscon, lol.

[@GaryEats]

Lucky escape!! Lol

[@rumplestiltskin-ld9bo]

Another great and honest review - reaffirms why I've not been to Greggs for years! i wouldn't mind trying one of those vegan slices though , had a vegan burger by mistake at a BBQ once and it was fantastic 😁

[@GaryEats]

Thank you!

[@adriansivyer5188]

Thank you Gary! Another honest and balanced review!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much Adrian

[@simoncowley4966]

Great review again Gary love how diverse they all are with a fair scoring system

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much Simon

[@geraldmorson4522]

Good review gary , when we come back to the uk on holiday i will give Greggs a body swerve

[@GaryEats]

That sounds like a great idea, Gerald lol 😂

[@beatsandpieces1937]

Matt from Food Review Club ain’t gonna be buying any new watches when Gary has gained all his followers 😂😂😂😂

[@robtok1968]

He's well overtaken him in quality reviews anyway. Loads of subscribers leaving or constantly slagging him off as a lot of them look like paid reviews that he claims aren't. FRC have lost their ethos and when he has them northern Irish ones with him I don't bother watching, bunch of obnoxious mouths, and as for the profanities? Grow up

[@Suve35967]

Maybe same with Macmaster

[@OJoRob]

There’s something about his videos I find quite irritating. Gary and Rate My Takeaway are my favs.

[@Suve35967]

@@OJoRob True. Wish the guy well, but his prancing around thumbnails I found irritating. Also watch the Durham Vlogger, his vids are simple but I like them.

[@joshsalvidge9615]

Matt from the what now? Gary is the OG and can't be compared to anyone

[@lestrem11]

None of the Greggs in Birmingham that I use are restaurants, they are cafés and some don’t have seating. They are cheap and sometimes not very cheerful but you know what to expect before you get there! You are right, they serve a purpose and make a fortune doing it.

[@GaryEats]

Completely agree with you and this was like a restaurant, it was huge

[@trueseeker262]

Isnt serving your customers the key to business?

[@kjp136]

The one in Primark Birmingham is exactly like that.

[@lestrem11]

@@kjp136 I’m a man , so Wild horses wouldn’t get me in there. Try Knights in Newhall St. if you fancy a nice breakfast in comfortable surroundings.

[@kjp136]

@@lestrem11 I don't understand, you said you used Greggs?

[@johnrobertgriffiths8435]

Your reviews are diverse Garry, but always entertaining. Brilliant!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much John

[@stewartwallwork6505]

We buy their products frozen from iceland.All decent stuff and 10% off for us pensioners on Tuesdays.

[@hmu05366]

Good grief - Greg’s and Iceland in the same sentence 🤦‍♂️ mingin !!! Eat fresh and live long !

[@GaryEats]

Very nice Stewart

[@jaynefrazer883]

Love the variety of your videos for all walks of life brilliant again 👍

[@GaryEats]

Glad you like them!

[@agl1138]

Greggs cheese pizza slice and vegan sausage roll are the travelling vegetarians best friend. The one in London Bridge Station is great.

[@GaryEats]

Great to hear you enjoy it

[@HJL0606]

The vegan ‘sausage’ roll are really good 👍

[@jeanpeuplu5570]

Not sure I'd like to know what's in their veg sausage roll ^^

[@rundattmedia2106]

​@@jeanpeuplu5570I mean their normal "sausage" rolls only contain 18% pork content and I bet that's lips and bum holes.

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

​@@HJL0606I will try 😊

[@SharonGrant-pz1gm]

Great video as always Gary you always manage to amuse yet be nice and fair. Good value food for the price. No Greggs in Ireland but my husband reminded me we were in Greggs in Manchester airport. Looking forward to the next one great work as always from the camera man. Sharon from Dublin

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much Sharon

[@johncoughlan9578]

Thank you Gary….another brilliant review…..thoroughly enjoyed watching it

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much John

[@GrantDC]

Greggs is a guilty pleasure of mine i must admit. I went in for a sausage roll last week and ended up buying 2 chicken bakes , slice of pizza, another bake , and a doughnut. Another good video , having my tea watching this . 😁

[@Mod-rw9cw]

Bet there wasn’t any chicken in the bakes !

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much

[@alexl6680]

Can't believe you rated the vegan sausage roll high 😲 I've tried it myself and the texture alone was enough to send me running! All the best Gary!

[@trooperkrh2067]

I tried one. I gagged on it. Threw it away.

[@RosieHarp]

Food is subjective

[@GaryEats]

I liked it. I think it's because I prefer the sausage roll hotter! Thank you!

[@TimmyRipkey-zj7sg]

They are the worst, just trying to please his vegan audience imo

[@RosieHarp]

@@TimmyRipkey-zj7sg I doubt that, he's just doing a varied review.

[@RobertBuckley-tj3px]

I love the steak bakes and when they are served piping hot I would give them an 8 everytime. All their products are good value and the shops near me are always busy.Another great revue and a very interesting venue.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Robert. I do like the bakes but only when they’re hot.

[@thomasbowman5421]

Those were Chipolata sausages i think😉 That pizza looked like an old pillow😉 You braver than me eating all those veggies👀😂 Think i am not sad they have no Greggs in South Africa 😅 another great review thanks

[@ruudvalk4234]

I am really not a vegatarian but it is great to see how you show that there also can be differances between veggie and meat food!

[@GaryEats]

I totally agree!

[@ronnie655]

You are so funny when you preferred the veggie sausage roll to the standard one so unexpected! 😮

[@chrisroyle4813]

I watched a video on another channel, and they said the same when comparing standard and vegetarian sausage rolls from Greggs.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much Ronnie

[@leeboy26]

Veggie stuff in greggs is much better seasoned. As in, actually seasoned. Also meat quality is likely questionable.

[@PilotOverwatch]

You are correct. The Greggs vegan sausage rolls are indeed a really delicious food to eat. Only issue with it is that greggs doesnt keep them heated nor do they heat them up on request which is very rude, apparently due to tax, still very rude, rather pay a few extra pennies for a warm sausage roll. There's one branch near me where they're mostly warm all the time. Great invention. Can't get enough.

[@GaryEats]

That is great to hear because every time I visit the food is always lukewarm at best

[@spikephotography]

Gary, you get around mate! The story of Greggs as a business turnaround from a small regional baker to as you say the largest food chain in Britain is incredible. The reason for your pastry delights being lukewarm is to save them having to charge VAT on hot food, thus making their prices 20% cheaper than rival takeaways offering hot food. I agree a lukewarm sausage roll isn’t a patch on a hot one ❤

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much for the information. It’s really appreciated.

[@RosieHarp]

Got my cup of Yorkshire at the ready for this ☕️

[@GaryEats]

Going to make myself one now whilst doing the comments Rosie, thank you

[@MarkUKInsects]

@@GaryEats a Rosie Lee 🙂

[@markchapman39]

Where is this please?

[@RosieHarp]

@markchapman39 I'm talking about Yorkshire Tea 👍

[@markchapman39]

@@GaryEatswhich Greggs is this please?

[@OldSkoolBanksy]

Great vid Gary, i know Greggs has it's haters but for convenience and price you cant beat it. From my experience some staff are moody but some are the life and soul of the party! You are putting out loads of content... i think you both deserve Gary Eats on Holiday!

[@OldSkoolBanksy]

Btw @GaryEats I'm going to try the veggie sausage roll in the morning now! And may I also say well done to your lad for not sniggering when you said moist! 😂 credit where due!

[@GaryEats]

I agree with you and holiday is coming soon for a few days but I will be back

[@GaryEats]

lol he's a muppet he's always smirking behind the camera, give it a go

[@OldSkoolBanksy]

@@GaryEats My lad is 18 and he would be exactly the same! You deserve a holiday... although I'm sure you will sneak in a review somewhere!

[@josephodonnell8649]

Another great original review Gary. Greggs should be applauded for their vegan, veggie ranges, im a big fan of their veggie sausage roll and agree with you in that it tastes much better than the original.

[@GaryEats]

That is kind to say thank you very much, Joseph

[@medorajoe7542]

Leaves the shop with raging heartburn

[@GaryEats]

That did make me laugh

[@user-xh3lz9xt4l]

Gregg's pastry gives me heartburn, so I avoid at all costs

[@richardmcleod9015]

Heliobactor pilori. Get tested

[@dameceliamolestrangler3379]

Because of the lard, greetings from a fellow heartburn sufferer.

[@VenusDoom891]

I had a bacon & cheese wrap the other week for the first time in ages just before playing golf and felt horrible the whole round. Never again! (Actually that's probably why the vegan pastry was good on this review - it didn't contain any lard!)

[@eadweard.]

Oh yes. The old Burp and Sizzle routine.

[@hmu05366]

@@VenusDoom891yeh avoid eating Greg’s in general Man you are what you eat

[@Mark1405Leeds]

Food is not kept warm as they would then have to charge VAT. [Also extra health checks.] I worked there for 28 years and while things may not be top end [and not meant to be] they are tasty, do the job and Greggs takes food safety very seriously. If you want to bake your own get them in Iceland!

[@GaryEats]

Yes Mark, that's understandable

[@dirtyharry3479]

Unless hot i dont buy from Greggs and the vat-they charge a standard 20% even if served COLD

[@Drew-Dastardly]

@@dirtyharry3479 If it's eat in then they have to charge 20% hot or cold. If it's takeaway then it's zero rated.

[@trotskyite1]

I went there for the first time in 20 years They gave me a stone cold pie. I'll never go back. Enjoy your 20p saving

[@Drew-Dastardly]

@@trotskyite1 There is a magic trick - you can ask for the fresher baked one and not be charged 20% VAT by the HMRC.

[@Ali1986Koksal]

You are the most down to earth and honest food reviewer I've ever come across on KZbin Gary. Keep up the good work mate!!

[@GaryEats]

I really appreciate that, thank you Ali

[@spencermackay9020]

It's mad how all the fans in the background seem to keep their cool when young Gary's filming, honestly.

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to see Spencer thank you very much. It did make me laugh.

[@5hanesBoard]

I remember going into bakeries in the 80s and 90s, and everything was bigger and better than what Greggs serves up today.

[@sheilagalvin9342]

Before Greggs and supermarkets started putting cheap, environmentally destroying palm oil rubbish in everything.

[@GaryEats]

I understand your point completely, unfortunately, he’s taking over from local bakeries

[@simoncullen7960]

Everything seems to be in puff pastry too . In Sheffield there’s a chain of pork sarnie shops who sell sausage rolls in shortcrust pastry . Divine

[@MwahMwahProductions]

I miss Guildfords and Broomfields, proper old school bakeries!

[@rundattmedia2106]

18% pork content in their sausage rolls 😂

[@James-dv9do]

I'm 35. When I was a kid a sausage roll was 25p. I feel like Greggs has increased it's prices well above the rate of inflation. Obviously still popular but for me, it's also lost it's roots since the days of a ham and pease stottie, meat and potato slice or a rainbow square cake.

[@stevenbrown8857]

I remember four hot sausage rolls for a pound, if you didn't eat them quickly the paper bag went translucent 😂 mmm grease

[@GaryEats]

Yes seems to be the same everywhere

[@willemslie]

I'm no apologist for Greggs but all catering businesses have seen increases in the cost of ingredients, utility bills, wages, business rates and rent well in excess of inflation. They have to stay profitable, so it's the customer who ultimately pays.

[@Nutrient-Gold]

Like your age, things increase. Understand Inflation, firstly. Compared to many bakeries (although probably better) you have to weigh the cost to taste ratio also. Greggs does a job and a well done one for its market position.

[@joep5080]

can still get stotties there in north east

[@Robtaff]

I do love a Greggs. Their Corned beef pasty is the Star, though some say they aren't available in England? Great channel Gary and the variety is top notch.

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say thank you very much, Rob

[@BrazilSaint]

Have I been to Greggs? Yes - Addlestone, 2006 - I had the misfortune of working there for a while, and food options were limited. Greggs was 'King of the Limited Food Options'. They should probably do a marketing job like Ryan Air for their brand, and embrace their status in gastronomic society. 'Greggs - because the kebab shop isn't open yet' or 'Greggs - taking a day off from hating myself', or 'Greggs - something to line the stomach before the Tennents Extra kicks in' (probably most apt for that breakfast roll). Loved the video, hate Greggs.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you and fair enough

[@Luna.3.3.3]

Heya Gary! Late Congrats on 100K!!!! 🎊🍾🎊 I love the type of things that Greggs have, but they don't have them here. The only decent sausage roll is one I have to make myself.

[@GaryEats]

🎉 thank you!!

[@callumbush1]

I'm so old I remember when Greggs pasties were 50p.

[@MwahMwahProductions]

I'm glad someone else remembers when they were really cheap, thought that I was maybe imagining it.

[@GaryEats]

Wow

[@matthewlidis]

Vegetable pasties were two for a quid in 2011

[@callumbush1]

@@matthewlidis around 1999 you could get a bread roll and a hot soup for a quid.

[@GeordieAmanda]

I think you nailed this review, Gary. I'm from the North East and know Greggs well, they serve a purpose and when you are hungry and in a hurry, they are spot on. Top value for money (if only they brought back the ham and pease pudding stottie)

[@t2d748]

Things I like about mcdonalds now is that you can add ingredients to your burger, even if its just extra pickles etc, this will force them to make a new burger from scratch so it isnt sitting out for 10+ minutes. Unfortunately you cant do that with greggs, you always have the option of asking them to give your food a quick blast in the microwave

[@GaryEats]

That is a very good point, thank you very much

[@beverleydalton8426]

We had Brunch at The Queen's Hotel in Cheltenham today. Had smoked salmon & scrambled eggs. Best scrambled eggs have ever tasted. Good value too! Highly recommended.

[@GaryEats]

Nice!

[@PootWindbreaker]

Greetings again from America, Mr. Eats! I’ve never been to Greggs, but I’ve heard of it often from many British youtubes. I probably could not eat much there, as I cannot have milk or eggs. And, yes, I know, that disqualifies probably around 80% of all British foods. I sometimes think that if I look at a map of England for long enough, my body might explode. The gentleman asking if you were okay is actually fairly common over here in America, just with some tweaks. Upon approaching a fast food establishment such as Taco Hell - Roadkill Edition - a staff member will frequently meet you halfway and begin jogging/walking along with you. They will ask questions such as, “Is there a voice in your head talking to you right now?”, or “Do you often feel the need to eat paint chips?”, essentially this is a low-key psych evaluation. You’re supposed to fail, of course, and then they let you in. If you pass, they call the police immediately, because you’re obviously there to rob the joint. Also, I think it would have been hilarious if the donut was piping hot! Like, too hot to even handle.

[@michaeldaley5831]

@@PootWindbreaker They do vegan food,with no eggs or milk used.

[@GaryEats]

I have to admit the doughnut comment did make me laugh

[@Nioghaill09]

You are 100% correct in your review of the vegetarian sausage roll - it is very nice for the price. There is some seasoning that makes it tastier.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, and I was surprised how good the sausage roll was

[@graemeforbes4560]

The temp thing is annoying, I find if you use the app its usually warmer though never piping. The thing about greggs is I find, if you travel, as I am prone to do for work often and you rock up in a new place, if you pick greggs you know what you'll get and you know you can afford it. I think your 'it is what it is and it fills a hole' comment is spot on. is it the best? no. is it ok? yes? is it affordable value? yes. as ever, fair and consistent review Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much for your comment, Grahame, I think it offers good value but I wish the bakes were a lot warmer

[@wendyoldbag6534]

Before I retired, I worked as a teacher in a centre for teenagers who were 'school-refusers' (some refused to go to school ... for some the schools refused to have them! Many of them relied on Greggs for their 'hot meal' of the day. It was a popular choice because of the price... on occasion I was known to grab a Baked Bean and Cheese Bake... Haute Cuisine?...Of course not, but it was filling, cheap and not unpalatable!

[@sheilagalvin9342]

So sad the effect this must have on the child's bodily and mental development. Probably no vegetables or fruit which will affect their food choices for the rest of their lives.

[@wendyoldbag6534]

@@sheilagalvin9342 You are right!... For many of the youngsters I worked with, their poor home life, including their diet ...was a factor in their troubled lives

[@GaryEats]

I understand your comment,Wendy. we have to remember sometimes this is all we can afford

[@rosemarymee]

@@GaryEats By “we” you don’t really to include yourself. You mean the urban poor who are too disorganised or too disadvantaged to organise a decent, healthy meal for themselves. Only in Britain is this thought to be “normal”. In France, the working classes expect to eat well - and they do.

[@rosemarymee]

That should read “you don’t intend to include yourself.” You obviously eat well most of the time.

[@tidborough]

The Greggs Sausage Roll is also known " Greggs Dummy" if you see the young Mums in town their kids normally have one in the buggy to keep them quite lol. Someone may of said this before but to many comments to check! Good to see you are doing this type of review. Keep up the good work!

[@philpegrum6032]

I haven't heard that before😂!

[@simonwilkins2082]

Also known as a pastyfier 😂

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much

[@carolebavidge2276]

The kids usually have the sausage roll in one hand and mum's phone in the other. 😢

[@Stebealinator]

Gary, I am 100% with you on the vegan sausage rolls. I got them in a too good to go bag and scoffed at the prospect of trying one, my famous last words were "no wonder they don't sell as they're tasteless!". Well... After heating it up and eating it, it comfortably topped the OG sausage roll. Never ever saw that one coming. Bravo, Greggs! Keep up the brilliant content, when you come up to Scotland please visit Clark's bakery in Dundee. I have a suspicion you'll love it!

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say thank you very much for watching and commenting. I’m not sure if Dundee is on the list for when we visit on this occasion.

[@douglasgrahamdronefilmingp2068]

Another great and honest review as we all know we are going to get. Greggs does the job like all the chain restaurants you know what you are getting. Personally I try and support the family owned places.

[@GaryEats]

That's completely fair Douglas, more coming

[@Metallex]

54 seconds ago!? Blimey let's goooo...Gary, you're a top bloke.

[@GaryEats]

Oh why are you so kind, thank you and have a good week

[@lizbarham9356]

I’m vegetarian and I love their veggie sausage rolls and their vegan bakes. They definitely have more taste Another great review Gary 😊

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Liz!

[@mikeblake1000]

They are not sausages

[@rundattmedia2106]

​@@mikeblake1000neither are their "proper sausage" rolls. They contain 18% pork 🤣

[@Mod-rw9cw]

I don’t think there’s any meat in any of the products anymore.

[@stevekelly5166]

@@mikeblake1000 Get a life, stop being picky. I love them.

[@cathiehunt834]

Thank you for the review of Greggs. I’m in Canada and am wishing to visit the UK someday. Greggs sounds like a similar brand to Tim Hortons which I understand is in the UK now. I’m interested in veganism but there are a number of chains that use soy and mushrooms for their base. Not all are healthy. I couldn’t find an ingredient list for Greggs, only a list of potential allergens. One item noted across a number of Greggs’ offerings were sulfates (preservatives). I agree with a number of fellow comments about choosing independent producers. Given Gary’s outstanding comments about other producers, there is plenty to choose from. Thank you, Gary, for shining a light on Greggs.

[@GaryEats]

I think you should support your local bakery other than Greggs as the food is better and it’s better to support local businesses

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

Love the decor Gary! 😍 Those sausages look abit small Gary lol 😆 we call them 'Weenies' in Australia 🇦🇺 roll looks terrible 😢 love sausage rolls yummy 😋 have had a fettuccine and ricotta one with of course BBQ Sauce 😂😂

[@redsparrow2771]

Former Greggs worker here 🙋🏼‍♀️. The pasty tax is to blame for the pasties not being kept hot, so that the VAT increase doesn't get passed to the customer. Is a shame as im sure there are plenty out there who wouldn't mind paying the extra for hot pastys, but then it could price some out altogether. When i first started, sausage rolls were 50p, and they were 4 for £1.50. Steak/chicken bakes, etc, were £1, quickly up to £1.10 but you could then buy 2 for £2. Prices have just shot up!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much for the information. It’s really appreciated.

[@redsparrow2771]

@GaryEats Not a problem 😁. If you were ever curious I'd be happy to let you know what it's like behind the scenes 👍👍

[@bigscrounger]

Nice review! I had 4 Gregg's sausage rolls for lunch today and boy were they tasty... They went down nicely. I've never seen a proper Gregg's sit-down restaurant like this..

[@user-pm5zy1ml4n]

4 you greedy bugger 😂😂😂

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much

[@johnbowater-md9wd]

ok fatty

[@charisse234]

I have to say that greggs is the the kind of place if you are hungry it fills the spot.i hate to come over as a spoilsport but greggs food is not very healthy.so its no surprise to me to see the pizza swimming in grease 🤢.thank you Gary for your review.positivity peace and love ♥️

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much

[@Cal0422]

Here in the the North west of England Greggs prices are cheaper, service station prices are astronomical great video as always Gary 😊

[@GaryEats]

Thanks so much Cal

[@RiverDanube]

This brings back memories. Back in the early seventies my mother would take us to a Cole’s Supermarket Cafeteria for lunch during the school holidays. The waitresses and cooks wore branded caps and aprons. The food was always delicious and it was hard to pick but I usually had the flakiest (and hot) sausage roll. The only problem was the pain mum would go through having to ask Dad for the money which he often, conveniently, forgot to give her when dropping us off. It was relatively affordable and a real treat on mums shopping outing and remembered fondly. She is such a dear.

[@barbaraBurns-jh3vz]

Is that a Coles Cafeteria in Australia? I remember them and Cahills (Sydney) as well.

[@RiverDanube]

@@barbaraBurns-jh3vz Yes, the food was very good. I guess the fast food joints saw their demise.

[@GaryEats]

That’s an absolutely lovely story well done to your mum

[@johngavin7760]

I miss the 90's Greggs, where the women would shout out "TWENTY IN!" and declare your wealth to everyone in 100 meters.

[@Drew-Dastardly]

FIFTY IN surely?

[@Georgeolddrones]

I can’t watch this Gary it’s Greggs. What do you want? Always find them okay?

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for watching John

[@GaryEats]

No problem, onto the next

[@steve-vx3lx]

cos they were always dealing with chancers

[@heathermartin8932]

They have got a drive through in Irlam near Manchester. In a future life, when I am a fat Northerner that would be my ultimate dream to live nearby 🤣🤣🤣

[@annaleighb]

The few times I go to the Greggs at London Bridge station when I’m catching a train to Kent to see my friends, I get the Chicken Bake because it’s like Campbell’s soup filling coated in a pastry pocket, but you’ve convinced me to go for the veggie bake next time! Thank you Gary!

[@GaryEats]

It’s definitely worth a try, Anna

[@martinparkus5956]

Well Gary I have never been to Gregg’s even though there is a take away branch in my local shopping parade. The food being cold or lukewarm has convinced me that I am not missing anything. Didn’t know they had restaurants as well. Gary loved the fact that you preferred the vegan and vegetarian options. Another informative and entertaining video. Thanks Gary and cameraman

[@GaryEats]

Very kind to say Martin, thank you very much. I would much rather support a local bakery than Greggs.

[@geebee6737]

I can honestly say we hate Greggs with a passion , living in the North we have so many artisan bakers we're spoilt for choice when it comes to quality. We have family living on the Jurassic Coast who love the better climate and vistas but have one major dislike and that's the fact all they can find are Greggs and they miss their artisan pies and pasties so much we run them a supply down twice a year 🤣 Yes they have cornered a market but that's because 90% of the British peasants seem to have a love affair with cheap and nasty food.....I like this because it makes my club more exclusive 🤣 Great vlog my friend and await the hates 😁

[@sheilagalvin9342]

Couldn't agree more. Its amazing that the rest of Europe has less well off people but they would never resort to palm oil laden, chemically treated muck which needs all the chemicals to taste of anything - just like our cruel, intensively reared, tasteless chicken which needs artificial sauces slathered all over it to stop it tasting of cardboard.

[@GaryEats]

LOL not sure why but your first part of the comment made me laugh. Onwards and upwards!

[@geebee6737]

@@GaryEats ...everyone's taste receptors are different which is why people's reactions to the same food can vary greatly , good or bad I have a full set of receptors that makes me a super taster and drawn towards more quality food , those born with less receptors who can't taste the difference are lucky as it means they can buy cheaper food 🤣

[@kellymelrose8527]

the veggie sos roll is actually vegan..

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Kelly

[@johnarmour6446]

Being in England you missed out on the Greggs Scotch pie you only get up here in Scotland 😂 Another great honest review Gary. One thing i will say about Greggs is their food has tasted pretty much the same for many years and their products dont appear to have gotten smaller either. Which is a good thing.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you ever so much John, Scotland not far away

[@johnarmour6446]

@@GaryEats Good stuff. Hopefully see you do some fish and chips reviews up here in the near future. We have quite a number of options to choose from.

[@doubledeckercouch6251]

Remember the price also includes, the heating, the lighting, the toilets, the cleaning, the chair, the table, and the cooking. So you are getting a considerable amount of hidden value to your buck.

[@GaryEats]

I agree I think Greggs is great value

[@patriciabromley470]

I saw a tv programme about a factory making items for Greggs. the sausage rolls were made by extruding a long, grey mixture which means I've never been near a Greggs. Thanks for the review. Your review hasn't changed my opinion :D

[@GaryEats]

Not a problem Patricia, thank you

[@patriciabromley470]

@@GaryEats That dos doesn't mean I don't love your videos ;0

[@GaryEats]

Thank you

[@user-gw9yx4cr6z]

Greggs isn’t as nice as it was…..but I wouldn’t turn my nose up 😂

[@GaryEats]

It's not my favourite lol

[@kirstymullan5020]

My local Greggs is great, nice staff and the breakfast roll and coffee deal is pretty decent. Pink jammie doughnut is my favourite.

[@GaryEats]

Sounds great Kirsty

[@winstonmace4865]

Worked on cruise ships so stopped at a few UK ports and had an opportunity to visit a Greggs. Being South African, I'm used to pies so it wasn't something that surprised me. Agree with you that it serves a purpose and I'd recommend it to others looking for cheap eats.

[@GaryEats]

That’s exactly what it does. It serves a purpose.

[@MrAjjm65]

A mega Greggs inside a Primark store! Talk about hitting your target audience! It’s a well known fact that Gregg’s produce is either stone cold or thermonuclear hot - never just the right temperature. Greggs sausage rolls and Yum Yums - the stuff of legends! My mark, 8/10 for what it is…

[@Mugwump42]

Thurston's before it was Greggs was a class above Greggs. It is 20 + years since I tasted fast food pasties, sausage rolls etc due to a severe allergy to onions and mushrooms. When I asked Greggs if their products contained these two ingredients and informed them of my severe allergy, they refused to serve me, as they hadn't a clue to whether they contained them.

[@pierrewilliams1533]

A mega Greggs inside a Primark store! Talk about hitting your target audience! Nice!!!

[@GaryEats]

Wow didn't expect such a generous score

[@andycrockett6301]

That's my experience, usually luke warm at best or off the scale hot, rarely in between - but I do keep going back regardless if I need something to fill the gap. A solid 7 as Gary would say.

[@MrAjjm65]

@@GaryEats horses for courses, Gary! You certainly get what you pay for, no more, no less.! The target audience wants something (sometimes!) hot , cheap and filling. And they are consistent! Even the bacon is delivered pre-laid out on metal trays…

[@Indi.S]

Greggs - it’s exactly what you'd expect, straightforward and reliable. I must say, I agree with you Gary about the veggie sausage roll. It is surprisingly delightful, but only when it's hot, fresh, and crispy. Keep up the excellent work, Gary. Your quality, honest reviews are always appreciated!

[@GaryEats]

That is so very considerate, thank you very much

[@andypreston6899]

As a Brit living in California, I haven't been to Greggs. On my trip back to the UK in Nov though, for roadside food I may stop at one. However, my main aim when driving is to stop at the vans in lay-bys, and if you're going to review Greggs, you should start reviewing the lay-by vans as well, as you travel from one place to another. Even if you have to start a new channel, that would be awesome !

[@GaryEats]

That’s a really good idea, Andy. Thank you very much.

[@a1joiner5]

I would watch gary wherever he was reviewing. For me its as much about the great man himself as it is the food. And i don't live anywhere near a greggs but when i have tried it I've quite like it. I like the price even more!❤

[@GaryEats]

So very kind to say thank you very much it’s really appreciated.

[@terrywilkins5266]

As a vegetarian, I love their veggie sausage rolls, sausage and bean pasties. We buy our Greggs products from Iceland and, finish cooking at home. That way, they are hot to eat.

[@GaryEats]

I think that’s a far better way to do it Terry. Cook them at home.

[@HFC786]

When you’re near a branch cooplands is a must in my opinion better than Greggs!

[@matthewgray2789]

did you get kicked in the head by a horse?

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for letting me know!!

[@lunevalleyparanormal]

Unless you’re DJ Audits the Staff at their main Factory were rude

[@jaeslow6347]

you cant go wrong with 5 rolls for 1.65 at Cooplands

[@cypeman8037]

I’m not a great fan of Greggs but for a quick cuppa and a pastry it’s fine. Cooplands on the other hand is gross, I’ve been twice and I’m not impressed.

[@TimK2646]

Greggs has been great service to the hard up citizens of this country. It has got great competition with Wenzels, a favorite with builders early mornings as they serve coffee too.

[@GaryEats]

It serves a purpose that’s for sure

[@johngslot8367]

At least we all see that lady in the middle really appreciates everything Gregg's do for us.

[@nigellacey559]

Trouble with greggs is there's nothing healthy. I'm not saying it's not nice food, its just not healthy.

[@ProfoundFamiliarity]

I agree, almost everything Gregg's sells is junk and will make people die sooner (compared to eating whole foods).

[@sheilagalvin9342]

Absolutely! People very rarely check ingredients or understand the way they affect body, mood and environment when putting so called 'food' in their mouths.

[@ProfoundFamiliarity]

I agree, it's almost all junk and could have health implications if consumed regularly over time

[@zebra3519]

Internal inflammation. Trans-fats..

[@kirstymullan5020]

They do quite a few salad options and sandwiches.

[@Northernirelandproperties]

As a regular Greggs customer my morning is 2 sausage rolls ( not vegan ) with the HP sauce dip and coffee 😀

[@GaryEats]

Great choice

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

Love ❤ a good old fashioned Cornish pasty too

[@stephentalas1940]

The one in our Small Scottish Borders town has just expanded to offer seating and open till 7pm, as a chain they're a success story, the food, yes it can vary, but ours is more hits than misses. I still enjoy their Chicken Tikka Bagette , and the Steak or Chicken Bakes were always popular in our family. Their Jammy Heart Biscuit almost reminds us of a hungarian Linzer pastry.

[@GaryEats]

Nice Stephen