Reviewing WHITBY'S FIVE BEST FISH and CHIP SHOPS! (A FULL REVIEW)

[@TelThePower]

My rating is 10/10 for Gary, because not only was it one of his best vlogs, it also shows he's not doing it just for the money, so many others would have split this into 3,4 or 5 vlogs... Well done, loved it 👏

[@robinjones6999]

unlike Mc M

[@GaryEats]

Thanks so much Tel. I don't think that would be fair to those who do not enjoy Fish and Chips so I had to put them all in one. It really means a lot that you think so highly of the video and have a lovely rest of your weekend. As always, a pleasure.

[@Lucy-Wilkinson]

Gary definitely does this because he enjoys it, not just for money/views, love all Gary's videos their brilliant x

[@butterflydiva1]

You're so right Terry. A very good point you made. I preferred number 1. I absolutely love Haddock, chips and mushy peas. Haddock has to have the skin on . Love it. Now I've got the munchies lol xx😘

[@terminater996]

agreed Gary does very well informed videos for the best places to eat also been some nice locations , its nice to learn of food places I've never seen or heard of before, plus he's always very down to earth about what he really thinks about the food. 😊 yeah there would be people that would turn something like this into 6 or 7 videos and milk it the best they can but Gary he's not that person , he's as honest as they come.

[@malrobinson1780]

Love Whitby, and I'm lucky it's only an hours drive for me, great video.

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for watching! Yes, Whitby is stunning

[@alex-E7WHU]

Nice to see chips that are cooked nicely instead of the barely cooked stuff in most chippies.

[@GaryEats]

I agree Alex excellent chips 🍟

[@jessicadawson1239]

I disagree chippy chips should be a lightly cooked pale yellow not overcooked and burnt !

[@karenclancey2557]

Looked very nice ,yes please.👏👍⭐️🙏🏼❤️🤩😜

[@britishgaminglivingthedrea5148]

Because they cooked the old way in dripping not oil

[@czeshirecat6278]

Potato type counts too. A sweeter spud will brown quicker.

[@lloydevans1552]

From a Whitby person, thank you for not just homing in on The Magpie. So many food vloggers really do seem to think it's the only one in town. For others watching this, who may come to Whitby, should really check out Angel Fisheries

[@GaryEats]

Thanks for the recommendation especially as a local and appreciate your lovely comment

[@pheart2381]

Been in Whitby 23 years and never been in the Magpie!! We go to the Royal fisheries usually. Hadley's isn't bad either.

[@pegasus4634]

Anywhere but Hadleys.@@pheart2381

[@MrRavid86]

I've been visiting whitby since a child and its always been trenchers for my family! never been in the magpie!

[@nigelbradshaw1948]

@@pheart2381 Royal fisheries was out goto place for years but we found that everything changed about 2 years ago. We now goto Silver Street Fisheries then walk up to Pannett Park .

[@dansharpe2364]

As a 57 year old, old school Goth who is actually wearing a Sisters of Mercy t-shirt as I watch I am so glad to see you in our spiritual home!

[@mikekaraoke]

In the heat of the night In the heat of the day When I close my eyes When I look your way When I meet the fear that lies inside When I hear you say In the heat of the moment Say, say, say Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Come a time Some day, some day, some day, Dominion Some say prayers Some say prayers!!!!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Dan 👍

[@triplow1]

​@@mikekaraoke Tune! 😎

[@mikekaraoke]

@@triplow1 It is indeed, when did you last listen/hear it/see the music video? 😎

[@triplow1]

Probably last Saturday at my mate's house. I haven't actually seen the video, but I'll check it out. We went to a Goth/alt 80s/new wave night in Newcastle last year, and this was played. Sounded class on a decent system. 🔥

[@Twiglet456]

You are unstoppable Gary. I've had a really crazy work week and have enjoyed having your videos on in the background, 100x better than the doom and gloom on the radio. Thank you.

[@Uijmnvbt]

Shouldn't you be working instead of viewing food reviews? Do your job.

[@Droopy78212]

@@Uijmnvbtshouldn’t u be looking after ur kids instead of negatively replying to people?

[@seniorslaphead8336]

​@@UijmnvbtI bet you're fun at parties... 🙄

[@Twiglet456]

​@RajaKhan-zf8hh lol (had to upvote), I run my own business, no problem having a TV/video playing in the background. Appreciate your concern for the sanctity of the graft though ;)

[@simonwood1260]

@@Uijmnvbt See what a nicer human being @lou-quepe is? Try to be like him and you will get your first friend

[@acheface]

Pretty much agree with your scoring. One thing that impressed me was that you made it clear that the one you scored lowest was still very good because of the competition in the area. Another very honest review.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you it was still very good 👍

[@williamosirian]

Finally an eating review channel with no nonsense and straight to the point. Love your channel Gary! You just got yourself another subscriber! Greetings from Northern Ireland!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much William, really appreciate you subscribing, watching and commenting, I’ll be over to see you in the not too distant future 👍

[@keithwatkins7908]

Beautiful Whitby and five meals of fish and chips, the real winner is you Gary! Excellent video as always, thank you.

[@GaryEats]

Keith you are completely right 👍👍👍😊😊😊

[@peterobbo7512]

I tried to buy a cheese and onion pie in a whitby chippy. Got told off. He lost a sale.. pompous git.

[@haroldclarke3267]

Not only your best video but the best food review I've ever seen on KZbin by any other vlogger, your reviews are honest as can be, a brilliant concept visiting 5 chipies, heard a lot about Trenches so I thought they would be number one and your video proved it, the rest of the scoring i totally agree with you, a bit disappointed with the Magpie as they used to be the mecca for fish & chips but thats why 62k watch your vlogs for honest reviews, being retired I've watched quite a lot on the box this week mainly due the weather but I can honestly say this is the best viewing I've had in the last month or so, carry on with the great work Gary.

[@GaryEats]

That’s a lovely comment and really appreciated, it makes the journey worthwhile thank you Harold 👍

[@notreyf]

Royal Fisheries every time for me. Known as Fusco's by locals. Thanks for travelling so far on your food journey Gary, much appreciated by your fans.

[@GaryEats]

Very kind thank you

[@floridawhite]

Yes, my wife is Whitby born and bred and Fusco's is the one for her. great watch Gary.

[@markhannan4712]

Great video Gary we love Whitby can’t remember name of one we go to lol getting old

[@yorkieelliot2487]

Used to be my favourite, but I thought that had gone off the boil lately.

[@truckman4175]

That’s where we go when we in Whitby had them 3 weeks ago were lovely

[@JuanCarlosBatallaCallau-bu6hi]

Spectacular seascape and great choice of fish & chips shops in Whitby. Five reviews in one video, that is a real tour de force. Congratulations, Gary!

[@GaryEats]

Very kind thank you 🙏

[@jeffrhorer1811]

Oh, right on the mark. As soon as you opened the box from Trenchers I knew that was my kind of fish and chips. The way the batter was crispy and beautiful was so appealing. My compliments to Trenchers.

[@GaryEats]

I agree Jeff very good at Trenchers

[@susansmiles2242]

We always go to Trencher’s when we go to Whitby

[@janiceKershaw-km4uf]

Yes they were the best.

[@colinraine8245]

I love Trenchers and have always had gorgeous crispy batter like Gary had .. usually Magpie is the same so l think he was unlucky.

[@69Phuket]

A bit of radio 4 especially in the rush hour calms the mood and educates I've found . And if I get university challenge. Might stand a chance!

[@Super_Cool_Guy]

*Gary **23:00** seagulls signaling to his mates ..."We found a mug get ready lads"* 😄👍

[@GaryEats]

I know nearly mugged three times lol

[@monicanath4859]

@@GaryEats😂😂😂😂

[@69Phuket]

Got mugged right off in Liverpool. Different breed of Gulls there lar. Knew this takeaway idea was doomed!

[@TimK2646]

MINE MINE MINE MINE MINE 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@AlanHodgkinson-cc1ok]

I want to open a fish and chip restaurant in Barcelona,on Barceloneta beech but I need a backer,,,it would be amazing with xpats and British tourists.there isn't a chippy in Barcelona I no because I lived there.

[@johnpenner2632]

I'm a 62 yr old Yank and I must say if Gary is any indication, Brits judge a fish and chips joint by it's mushy peas ad much as the fish and chips! To an American, this is the equivalent of judging a BBQ joint by it's potato salad as much as it's brisket or hamburger place by it's onion rings. I realize that not all Brits use the same judging criteria and I love Gary's honest reviews , I just crack up at his personal obsession with mushy peas. Everyone take care and as always Gary, "Lets give it a go!"

[@GaryEats]

Thanks John. I do think the fish is more important than the mushy peas!

[@SirHargreeves]

Fly over and try some!

[@romystumpy1197]

I'm a purist,I like only fish and chips ,I can't stand mushy peas and curry sauce euch,spoils it makes it soggy

[@Tezzmeuster]

@@romystumpy1197 Purist,more like a Satanist 🤣🤣 only joking dude,somedays I'm the same,just salt and vinegar is all I need/crave. I do like the odd pot of, peas,gravy or curry sauce on occasion,my kids think I'm boring lol

[@Tezzmeuster]

@@SirHargreeves ha ha the return flight will be fun for the passenger sat next to him🤣💨💩

[@franktriggs]

Cooked in beef tallow/dripping gives them next level flavour and crispiness. Lovely.

[@GaryEats]

Fully agree 💯Frank brilliant flavours

[@GlenB-qo7wd]

Just how my mum used to do em 👍👌

[@White_Rose_Al]

Chips are always better in Irish beef dripping 😋

[@paulrobson7887]

Your enthusiasm in this one is infectious Gary. I hit the like button immediately after the intro. Keep up the great work 😊

[@GaryEats]

Very kind and appreciated Paul 👍

[@laticman7010]

Great vid Gary, love the fact that you have compiled all the chip shops on one shoot it’s great for us to make our mind up with what’s on offer in the town thanks buddy.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you for watching and commenting that’s really important to make it worthwhile 👍

[@Gazico10]

Just visited Whitby for the first time with my girlfriend and baby daughter. We went to Trenchers based on this review. We ate in and were definitely not disappointed. £16.50 for haddock or cod with chips (no mushy peas), so a little pricier than take-away to be expected. The service and facilities were also fantastic at Trenchers. The best fish and chips I’ve ever had and Whitby is a lovely town. Great review Gary 😋👍🏻

[@GaryEats]

It's a lovely place. Thank you!

[@Jsixseven]

​@@GaryEatsSurely you mean "a lovely plaice" 😅😅😅

[@hussbilbs]

@@Jsixseven

[@markpryn]

We had a great meal at Trenchers last year.

[@DaleBaker-m8g]

Whitby is a lovely place. Bound to find some lovely fish and chips there. I absolutely adore fish and chips. Gary once again Your the Man. This video has made my day yet again.

[@GaryEats]

I fully agree beautiful and thank you so much

[@zeez4178]

Over priced !

[@Poltergeist-218]

You'll also find some of the worst fish and chips imaginable in Whitby. They prey on tourists who don't know any better.

[@hildahilpert5018]

To me here in America those look like big pieces of fish. Everything looked good.But I would rather have coleslaw with the fish. The batter in the video looks like a long John Silver,s batter.They are Gary an American seafood chain.Love fish but don't think I could do 5 fish reviews.

[@tonyfletcher7524]

Hi Gary Great idea one of your best vlogs. I marked it as follows 1.Trenchers 8.5 2.Harley’s 8 3.abbey wharf 7.5 4= Silver street 7 4= Magpie 7 Made me very hungry watching this one. Fantastic video Mate

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Tony and appreciate you scoring thanks again 👍

[@Wren9]

Trenchers first one the best by a mile

[@trevorford8332]

Well worth the trip to get some Fish & Chips, Whitby has some lovely scenery well the north in general!!

[@GaryEats]

I fully agree Trevor amazing

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

Definately like the presentation of the 1st one! Makes me feel very hungry looking at these fish 🐟 and chips 🍟 😋

[@GaryEats]

On this occasion, I think trenches wins it Helen❤️🌹

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

@@GaryEats that's great Gary

[@Monthy-c2q]

I started watching Gary a few weeks ago and he's a really good channel! much better than other Uk food reviewers I like he's honesty keep up the good work Gary

[@GaryEats]

I really appreciate you’re lovely comment that you very much 👍

[@Buddybrindle]

Gary, five fish and chip shops in one video? As a Londoner stuck in the US this was torture to watch! There’s no decent fish and chips anywhere in the country. Here in Alabama all we have is Captain D’s feeble attempt. The only fish they have is pollock which looks like cod but has zero taste! Anyway, great vid!

[@GaryEats]

So sorry my friend lol

[@Ziggylyle]

Oh happy days, my favourite food, fish, chips and mushy peas. I love Whitby, been many times, glad to see the weather was behaving itself. The first lot of fish and chips for me, that haddock looked delicious. So jealous Gary, a dream come true, 5 lots of fish and chips to try.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much Ann. I have to say, Whitby is absolutely beautiful!

[@raymurrell406]

Best review I’ve watched from anyone, very fair from a very nice guy. Thanks for sharing.

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind Ray thank you

[@johnswarbrick2365]

Whenever we are at Whitby its always a trip into the Trenchers restaurant. Very good quality, nice surroundings and friendly staff. Cooked in dripping so this adds to the taste, the greasiness on the second one probably cooked in oil.

[@GaryEats]

Couldn't agree more!

[@rvierra7235]

While vacationing in England, I would get fish and chips every day I could. From the Mid Lands all the way south to Plymouth. The best F&C I had was when we were on a canal boat and would stop (mooring) in the villages on the canals. It was an amazing time! I will return to England just for the F&C's (and to go to Greggs)😅

[@rvierra7235]

@feralkid1879 You know, I heard that "English food is bland" from everyone before my first trip to the UK. I also ate in pubs, breakfast shops, even hot food out of the grocery stores (Sainsbury, CoOp, etc.). I ate a lot of "traditional" British food and did not experience anything that was bland or strange.

[@GaryEats]

Enjoy your trip!

[@HardyBunster]

Can’t argue with your result because I have only done Trenchers and the Magpie. I liked both, just done differently. I never have mushy peas, I can’t stand them but I always have tartare sauce with my fish and chips with a squeeze of lemon. There’s nothing better than some excellently cooked fish and chips. A real morale booster. 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very kind 👍

[@dogsnads5634]

Try The Fishermans Wife...its really good..

[@mattysowls]

Fantastic Gary. The best video you’ve ever done imo. Loved every single second of it! Me and the wife have a soft spot for Whitby so this was very nostalgic. Would love to see more similar videos in the future if your schedule permits.

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Matty I will be doing more of this type of video in the future 👍

[@wombraider69]

On a visit to Whitby next week! Thanks Gary, couldn't have timed it better!

[@GaryEats]

Have a great time

[@johnobrien2849]

Yes Gary the 1st one got my top score. You scored everything properly. Great review once again.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you John I agree completely

[@Now4wheels]

Good review Gary and good doing it outside with Whitby as the background. Trenchers -10 Hadleys-9 Magpie 7-1/2 Abbey Wharf- 7 Silver Street -6 Got to say Whitby is brimming with Fish &chips & scenery- what a place.

[@GaryEats]

Unbelievable town with lovely people thanks for scoring really appreciated 👍

[@alexjones8831]

Got to say Trenches is the best. Magpie off season in the restaurant is great but don’t bother ordering anything with chips and no point even trying in the summer.

[@sandriagutierrez2605]

If I should ever return to England (visited in the 80’s), I would stay in that lovely town! The scenery was breathtaking! In my estimation, the first fish and chip place has my vote. What a super fun video Gary. So enjoyed it! Thank you

[@GaryEats]

You have to Sandria it’s beautiful and as always thank you x

[@philiplbrown]

I had Trenchers as No. 1. Brilliant vlog Gary as always. Can't tell you how many times I've been close to Whitby but never stopped. It looked a stunning place.

[@GaryEats]

Phillip you have to visit a beautiful town

[@MikePuplett]

Gary, you are once again bang on the money with your scoring of the 5 fish and chip shops you reviewed. We're lucky enough to be only 90 mins from Whitby, so we do visit regularly. Fish and chips are a 'must have' in Whitby, and we were convinced that the "only" place for this classic was The Magpie. Yes, they're fine, but in my opinion, slightly over rated. Then one visit, we tried Trenchers, and that is now the go to place for us. Good, honest and really helpful review for potential day trippers to the home of Dracula !

[@GaryEats]

Really appreciate that Mike. Thank you!

[@GreenoEats]

Chips from Trenchers, fish from Abbey Wharf and mushy peas from Magpie. That’s a 10 😀

[@GaryEats]

That’s the way to do it lol 😂

[@GreenoEats]

@@GaryEats have to get you down to Weymouth for a mackerel bap, now that’s something special!

[@adamkane7513]

​@@GreenoEats Nevermind meeting the women of Weymouth, what is the food like?

[@humdumdiggdy]

Omg

[@mac1-nf6ic]

Do it even shopping look for quality and price and mix it up, take best bits from everything and you crack it

[@danielproulx7288]

Gary this was an enjoyable video looks like you had a nice visit in Whitby. Trenchers was my number one pick as well. I hope you do more travel videos. Great job...........Cheers.

[@GaryEats]

I will be Daniel and had a great time lovely town

[@hughblack6831]

Gary, lovely video. Its oddly satisfying watching someone pick up a bit of battered fish, take a bite and seeing their reaction. Especially when they are as polite and reasonable as you are. I rated them as 9 - 7 - 8 - 8 - 7 Trenchers looked so good, but I don't think I'd be particularly disappointed with any of them if I'm honest. Glad you found your metal cutlery, the wooden stuff puts my teeth on edge. 😬

[@GaryEats]

I did Hugh and only three people out of nearly 2000 noticed lol 😂 really appreciate you scoring and commenting, have a great week 👍

[@hughblack6831]

@@GaryEats You're welcome, love watching your videos, so refreshing to see honest, straight forward and fair reviews. By the number of subscribers you're gaining I think I'm not alone in thinking this.

[@mfc4591]

Beautiful Whitby, visited there many years ago with friends, fond memories of great fish and chips and chasing seagulls !

[@GaryEats]

That’s wonderful to hear

[@JSC131]

This is why this channel trumps any in the UK brilliant Gary yet again.

[@GaryEats]

That’s so very kind thank you

[@Sr19769p]

Or anywhere! Agree 100% 👍

[@michaelrooney2383]

Im loving the longer videos gary! i cant get enough. Always makes me hungry

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Michael

[@DebbieBartlett-si1zz]

Im a Southern girl but have visited Trenchers and it was amazing, great video and love toue enthusiasm, and good old camera man got food 😊

[@GaryEats]

He was well fed Debbie but he doesn’t want fish and chips for a while lol 😂

[@elouphantr]

So glad to see you both visited Whitby and went to Hadley’s! My family visits Whitby every year and it’s our go to spot (after our previous closed) - Magpies has never seemed worth the queues, there’s so many other great choices in the town. Thanks for the video!

[@GaryEats]

I appreciate you commenting Emma and Hadley’s is really great 👍

[@DameTremonti]

Great upload. Can't believe you went to Whitby and didn't have the COD. It's the best in the UK. Not a fan of skin-on the fish, it's a lazy practice and not necessary. Thanks for another corking video Gary. Lots of blessings.

[@GaryEats]

Very kind thank you

[@kevindenyer428]

Haddock is the best tasting fish by far. Very rarely get Cod in the North.

[@DameTremonti]

@@kevindenyer428 Taste is subjective, however, i live in the north and you can get cod everywhere. Whitby is famous for it. You're talking nonsense.

[@FullwellMill-w4k]

Leaving the skin on improves the flavour, similar to cooking meat on the bone. Lazy!?!🤨 Idiot.

[@MalonsMilk]

Haddock is the fish of the north and cod is the fish of the south. I have the haddock purely because of my roots.

[@mullah4638]

Another great review. You, sir, are becoming a national icon when it comes to food reviews and dedication

[@GaryEats]

That’s very very kind thank you ☺️

[@nickywilks7928]

I agree.

[@lindasinclair6366]

Another excellent review Gary. My scores were the same as yours. However I would never have mushy peas in any universe! I just don’t like them, or ordinary peas for that matter! What I love is that most of them do skin on fish which I absolutely love, but here in Orkney it’s not a thing and I miss it! Apart from my sisters pub where she’ll do it for anyone who asks. Interested in why you chose haddock, that’s all we ever get here and I miss the choice of cod or sole or plaice etc. I’d probably not visit Whitby in summer it’ll be absolutely heaving, you went at just the right time, it looks stunning.

[@GaryEats]

I chose haddock for a change on this one the town is so nice 👌

[@markfox1545]

As that infamous bit of graffiti said, give peas a chance! 😅

[@sifellows1968]

Excellent video and review by Gary. Really clever idea to conduct 5 takeaways back to back in one video. Some other vlogers would make 5 videos out of this. Gary;s reviewing and detail is excellent , and agree with his results. The Haddock does look lovely , and some of the chips excellent. Must say most of the peas looked poor. Best to just have the fish and chips. Great stuff Gary as usual. Agree Whitby is such a super place , one of the most special places in the UK.

[@GaryEats]

I really appreciate you lovely comment thank you very much 👍

[@SpaceXPeekedツ]

Trenchers is great every time. Awesome video Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you it was the best

[@HelenBrock-f8u]

Hi Gary great video. Fish and chips lookes great. Wish I could eat fish but I have an intolerance to fish😩 looking forward to your videos thank you Gary 👍👍👍

[@GaryEats]

Thanks so much Helen

[@jasonhinsley8804]

Trenchers looked incredible, will be trying it next time we're in Whitby

[@alanwainwright2398]

Trenchers is my go-to lunchtime restaurant whenever I'm in Whitby. Trenchers also has a branch in Whitley Bay, in the refurbished Spanish City building. It's a very classy joint, and each time I've been there (perhaps 7 or 8 times in the past four years) the service and the quality of the F&C dinners have been excellent.

[@margaretmaskell9985]

I’m hungry now! I agree Trenchers is the best. Whenever I’m in Whitby ( not that often,but every few years) Trenchers is my go-to fish n chip shop. Gosh! I really,REALLY,want some fish n chips after watching this!😂

[@GaryEats]

It was the best Margaret, go on have some tonight lol

[@garyhope3731]

Well I’m watching this at 7 o’clock in the morning, and fancy fish and chips for breakfast 😂, good review as always.

[@GaryEats]

lol that’s funny Gary 😂

[@londonguy2050]

Hello Gary, I love your show, your reviews are brilliant with the attention to detail. I also think this format of reviewing the best chip shops in a particular area in one video is a great idea. I am hoping you continue this trend!

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind thank you, it makes all the hard work worthwhile

[@danielhazelgrave8745]

Top video again gary came here to say how amazing you and your videos are and to do 5 fish and chips in one video is outstanding. I did not think you could get any beter i love your cheap v expensive ones but this was up there. Keep up the excellent work

[@GaryEats]

Really kind and appreciated Daniel thank you 🙏

[@stevenparker8334]

Great advert for Whitby Gary. Well done. Keep doing what you are doing. Really enjoyed the comparisons.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Steven

[@bucksguineapigtalks]

A job at the Tourist Board beckons I think ! What a super fabulous video - congratulations to you both. Very fair, and you said great things about all 5. Amazing that you (both) ate FIVE Fish and Chips in a couple of days......wow ! 😀😀😀

[@GaryEats]

That would be brilliant but not sure it’s going to happen lol 😂

[@QueenyCrowley]

Honestly your reviews are better presented and better made and put together than pretty much any TV restaurant review shows i have ever seen and I am not sure there is one in any european language I have not watched. So well done, my new favorite to watch during lunch and dinner. Love the longer format btw

[@GaryEats]

That is very kind to say and really really appreciated thank you very very much

[@stevenprickett6773]

Love your reviews!❤ trouble is always feel hungry afternoon!!!!!!!😂😂😂

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Steven and my apologies lol

[@andyb5108]

Can't believe you put the carton of peas on the wall then back on the fish ! Handy review all the same, going up there later in the year.

[@GaryEats]

My mistake Andy sorry 😔

[@Sr19769p]

Hi Andy. I've done worse tbh, mate. A seagull once sh*t into my F&C's on Seahouses seafront - I won't lie, I scooped 'em out with a serviette and carried on eating.

[@andyb5108]

😂

[@CheshireCat6639]

That reminds me to tell my local chippy what size Haddock should be? 😂 Lovely brown chips..every time for me as I cook them in beef dripping🎉..Great vlog as always..hope ypu are enjoying your stay in Whitby,never been but it looks lovely🎉

[@GaryEats]

Very kind a beautiful town 👌👌

[@CharlesTimothy-en7to]

I am salivating at you eating the fish and chips. We live in the Northwest and the chippys we have here are good but Whitby is supposed to be the capital of the fish and chip world. We must go in the near future. Thanks for the video Take care Gary and keep the reviews coming.

[@GaryEats]

I loved it in Whitby and thank you

[@andrewgalt3964]

Well delivered Gary top marks for covering 5 outlets plus your own cutlery ❤❤

[@GaryEats]

Really appreciate that comment Andrew thank you 🤩

[@humdumdiggdy]

Gary, u stepped up a level with this different style of review. I was blown away. You totally owned it. Knowledgeable, authoritative, questioning, confident. Not easy to pull off so congrats. How do u eat that much and judge fairly?

[@GaryEats]

That’s an awesome comment thank you so much really appreciated 👍👍👍

[@leelythgoe2483]

Best video so far, and nothing better than Yorkshire fish and chips. Great stuff.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Lee 👍

[@anonymoushuman8962]

This is a fantastic down to earth channel. I am addicted! PS very informative too. I have been to that chipper in Whitby. It’s very good… I don’t think I have had bad experience for fish and chips in whitby.

[@GaryEats]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@paulallwood6033]

Awesome video Gary, loved this one .....also liked the longer runtime than usual for the video. That was a great 30 minutes worth of content 👌

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Paul and thank you 🙏

[@TimK2646]

Amazing Gary and Camera Man 👏👏👏 Dont stay out late in case Count Drac will enjoy you for après Fish and Chips. How on earth can you do 5 fish and chips reviews in one morning? truly amazing again. ABBEY wins my vote only for the Haddock... Your scores are like a seeking a Girl Friend, the first one is always the best LOL

[@GaryEats]

lol very funny 😂😂😂

[@chrisbaxter5041]

100% on my list this year. Thanks for all the hard work

[@GaryEats]

I hope you enjoy Chris 👍

[@neilcollier5040]

Just back from a week near Whitby and followed your recommendation of Trenchers Fish and Chips. Oh my goodness we were not disappointed , excellent chips, great mushy peas but the fish, we had cod, and the batter were on another level!! Thanks for the tips, keep up the good work. 😊😊

[@GaryEats]

That is absolutely fantastic to hear, Neil. Thank you very much for letting me know.

[@neilsmith7547]

Thought number 3 gary. WOWWWWWW.... that fish,chips and mushy peas looked to die for. Great review Gary 👏

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Neil great choice

[@markjefferies435]

Love the videos very much Gary me and the wife watch all of them keep them coming a great show.

[@GaryEats]

Very kind Mark and regards to you and your wife

[@kingcurry6594]

Great reviews. I can give a fairly informed appraisal, as I live 40 miles from Whitby and go there a lot. I've eaten at all 5 restaurants and I think your experience was pretty typical of all 5 takeaways. No 1 for me would be Trenchers. It's always consistently excellent in every way (though I have never tried their mushy peas, nor have I anywhere else. I prefer curry sauce). No 2 (by the tiniest margin) would be Hadleys. Never been disappointed in any way. The fish is always excellent, the batter delicious and the chips tasty. On some occasions, it's been better than Trenchers. No 3 would be Abbey Wharf. The fish and batter has always been spectacular, but the chips can be a bit variable. No 4 would be Silver Street. It's a lot cheaper and the portions are a bit smaller, but I've never had a greasy portion. I always ask him to rest it a few minutes, as I do everywhere. It's just round the corner from where I stay in Skinner Street, so it's convenient. But, if I can be bothered, I'll go to Trenchers or Hadleys. No 5 would be The Magpie. I've only had 2 takeaways (about 5 years ago, admittedly) and they were really ordinary. The fish was good (there's no excuse for it not to be when you're 50 m from where it's landed), but they couldn't get the batter right, the portion was a bit small and the chips were underdone. BUT - don't be put off eating INSIDE The Magpie Cafe. The standards are vastly higher and the fish and chips are amongst the very best I've ever tasted. And some of the seafood on sale is absolutely breathtakingly good. I'm popping up to Whitby tomorrow (if the weather's good) and I shall have to decide whether to eat a takeaway at Hadleys or Trenchers or splash some cash and eat in at The Magpie. What a nice dilemma.

[@johngibson3837]

Hey up mate I was surprised with silver street as been a few times and really liked it but last time was probably 7 years ago, always had skin on when I went

[@tomegton]

50m from where its landed?? I have lived in Whitby all my life, the fish is landed mainly in scotland and comes down by freezer trucks, check out the moor road at 4 in the morning, you would need a fleet of boats that would more than fill the harbour to supply all the fish consumed in whitby every 24 hours, so not 50metres , more like 400miles!!

[@johngibson3837]

@@tomegton hey up mate was told it came from Scotland by a chippy owner in Whitby about ten years ago

[@RJA]

​@@tomegtonThat's not true, as a chef myself I can tell if fish has been frozen or not. There may be some fish and chip shops in Whitby that sell frozen fish but not the main ones.

[@tomegton]

@@RJAThere are no boats in whitby suitable to catch cod/haddock , only shellfish, there is a column of artic reefer trucks travel from peterhead during the night to supply Whitby, I see them every morning, maybe you can tell me which boats land enough fish in Whitby??

[@davetrcracing]

Royal fisheries (Fuscos) is the one my whitby family and friends use, by far the best.

[@GaryEats]

I may try next time Dave thank you

[@melanytodd2929]

Loads of love from South Africa❤. My son and I really enjoy this❣🤗 He's a fan too, Gary 😂

[@GaryEats]

Send me an email with his name and I’ll send him a message x

[@martinmaystone3749]

Great video Gary,The Magpie depends on its past reputation for customers to flock there,Standards have dropped,Trenchers was easily the best and always cosistent, Great to watch your channel keep them coming.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Martin I do agree 👍

[@pegasus4634]

Yes,me too. By far.@@GaryEats

[@diddleysquat6644]

Fantastic vlog Gary, cheers 😊Whitby and that coastline is wonderful

[@GaryEats]

Very kind and I fully agree

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

Love ❤ the look of the Magpie I really like 👍 the 1st one Gary to be honest! It woukd be great to go back in the Summertime! 🎉

[@HBFREEWORLD]

Another excellent review, spot on with the ratings . Wish we could send all fish and chips boxes to Rick & Stein restaurant.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much that’s very kind

[@MitchellKJones]

I've never clicked on a new video so quickly in my life. Let's havva go and watch it 😄❤

[@MitchellKJones]

Nice video again, Gary! ❤ Cameraman hasn't eaten this good in a long time!! don't be making a habit of this! 🤣🤣 I know you said the Magpie was cooked to order, but did you see them fry the chips then and there? my theory is: they're usually so packed with lines going around the block, that the chips that are being fried are served as soon as they're done cooking. They can barely cook them, as fast as they're going out again. It's almost an immediate turn around, and that adds an element of freshness you can't beat, I reckon. Whereas, when it's not jam-packed, they're probably not gonna blow you away because they've just been sat, even if just for a few secs/mins. It's like when you get McDonalds chips. If you've ever had them straight out the fryer, they are so hot/crispy/fluffy, it's night and day compared to the ones which have been stood on the rack keeping warm. When we were last there, we saw the lines at Trenchers and Magpies and just found somewhere else randomly. Tried the "Fish Box" just down the road, in and out in a few minutes, and had some really nice quality chips/pies, staff were nice too. Best chips I've ever had, were at the Lifeboat Bar in Scarborough, always had quality fish/chips from there without fail. (they've also got a funny sign inside which says the explanation for "Scraps" up north, and a long list of INCORRECT names other people use for them... 🤭😂)

[@GaryEats]

lol thank you very much

[@greghanks170]

Your reviews are so so good one of the best reviews

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind Greg thank you

[@Roaddogdrone]

went to trenchers after seeing this video, was not disappointed! Fantastic food. Thanks for the excellent video Gary

[@GaryEats]

That is fantastic to hear thank you for letting me know

[@MorrisseysMonkey]

You can't beat Whitby for fish n chips. And the stunning scenery.

[@GaryEats]

I fully fully agree 👍

[@MsSkippygirl]

How exciting! I've been waiting for your reaction to the best fish and chips in England 😂 My mouth is watering ❤. I absolutely love Whitby and The Abbey. Hope you've got plenty of garlic in case Dracula makes an appearance 😂. Thanks so much. That video made my week. You are an absolute ⭐ star and a fabulous presenter. Thanks again x

[@GaryEats]

That’s a lovely comment and made my night thank you xx

[@MsSkippygirl]

@@GaryEats More than welcome. You should be a professional presenter! I'm still craving fish and chips 😋 😂 So looking forward to the next video review. By the way, did you climb the steps to the Abbey? 😂 That will burn off the calories! Thanks again for your wonderful videos. Take care xx

[@GaryEats]

That's incredibly kind. Thank you :) I didn't but I wish I did!

[@DerrickWhittle-mm7jz]

Thanks for making my day brighter.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you for making mine Derrick

[@dazstuff1875]

loving these reviews. Gary's honesty, delivery and cadence makes for easy watching. Even the thought of batter makes me feel ill. I like my fish crumbed. Might be and Aussie thing. And yep, I also think mushy peas is important, love them.

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say Daz

[@dazstuff1875]

@@GaryEats love the vids. Keep em coming Gaz

[@riddimchef1]

Great review again Gary 👍🏾 Some great fish meals there. Personally I always like skin on as you can tell what fish you are getting. The secret to getting the excellent batters you got apart from Magpies is leaving lumps in the batter and not over beating it. When the fish cooks the lumps explode giving that lovely crispy curls on the fish. Look like Magpies were over zealous with the mixing 😊 As for chips, I love those crispy bits that you didn’t like 😂

[@GaryEats]

Thank you, I don’t mind as long as it’s quality which every place had 👍

[@jeanpeuplu5570]

Leaving lumps in the batter?? Well I would never had dared, for sure... but I'll sure give it a try next time, thank you!

[@riddimchef1]

@@jeanpeuplu5570 trust me it works 😊

[@matthewetheridge4535]

They all look like nice plaices - thanks for letting minnow!

[@lukebignell7846]

London fish and chips and any produced in the major cities is a lot worse than seaside town fish and chips

[@GaryEats]

Fully agree Luke

[@mypointofview1111]

Depends on where you go.

[@lorrainearmitage4331]

😂 luke you lot stick 2 cooking pie,mash ,eals with liquor. Yorkshire home of fish and chips

[@lmillssafc]

Rubbish. As a London born and raised lad(31 years) now living in a coastal resort(Sunderland) the past 18 years, i can safely say ALL towns and cities have their share of good and bad chippies. Whitby has good and bad ones too.

[@andybaker2456]

​@@lorrainearmitage4331 Actually, Portugal is the home of fish and chips!

[@Bigjimmyallen]

Absolutely brilliant video gal doing the fish n chips up there!!! Really enjoyed you doing it like that, cheers

[@GaryEats]

Very kind thank you

[@JamEast]

Been looking forward to this one

[@GaryEats]

Enjoy 😊

[@ChilleUK]

Whitby is so pretty, i love visting every so often. I am not that far away in Scarborough.

[@Jan96106]

I even looked up what it was like to live there.

[@GaryEats]

It’s a beautiful town with lovely people and I definitely be going back

[@Ventibreeze123]

You can’t beat a chip cooked in best beef dripping😊

[@GaryEats]

Absolutely fantastic

[@user-ye2ge4zo5lhennypenny]

Really love your videos Gary so restful and therapeautic!❤

[@GaryEats]

That is so kind to say thank you, Helen ❤️

[@ianrigby4079]

Great video, as always, Gary. Glad to say I was one of the guys that recommended Trenchers to you. As regular visitors, to Whitby, it's my family's go to place for lunch. Keep up the good work, mate 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Ian a brilliant choice and the winner thank you

[@HowardOfficial]

Terrific review Gary. I love the way you built up the tension at the end before announcing the winner. It felt like I was witnessing a photo finish at the Cheltenham Gold Cup! As you know I backed Hadley’s - can I demand a steward’s enquiry? Well done Gary - loved it.

[@GaryEats]

After a stewards enquiry……. The result stands….weighed in lol 😂

[@TrevLFC]

I live up north, I hear gulls every morning, it’s nice to see you venturing up north and to see how you view our fish and chips.

[@GaryEats]

Brilliant F&C Trev for sure, beautiful town with lovely people. YNWA 👍

[@janiceKershaw-km4uf]

​@@GaryEats hope the great Liverpool do it tomorrow YNWA.

[@thomers2451]

Seagulls don’t only exist up north?

[@TrevLFC]

@@thomers2451 Proper seagulls do.

[@thomers2451]

@@TrevLFC proper football teams don’t lose to man united hahaha

[@bobbyfunface4469]

Abbey Wharf on that balcony in the summer nice colt pint is heaven !

[@GaryEats]

That is great to hear thank you very much, Bobby

[@cathycarlton5514]

Hadleys is the best for me , never disappoints ,good service ,friendly staff

[@GaryEats]

I understand definitely 👍

[@killzoneroper]

You will never get the best fish and chips unless you wrap them in newspaper AHH the good times no taste like it

[@GaryEats]

lol the good old days

[@franciscofredericci4081]

Quality :)

[@GaryEats]

You are quality in my eyes as well thank you

[@julianrolfe2871]

I noticed at least a couple of the haddock were defo overcooked, flakes looked dry and rough rather than smooth and glistening. Another awesome post Gary👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Julian