The CRAZIEST FISH AND CHIP SHOP I've Ever REVIEWED - A BRUTAL REVIEW!

[@GaryEats]

Hi everyone. Apologies for the audio in some sections of this video. Unfortunately, the restaurant was playing quite loud music. Hope you enjoy the video!

[@dominous4623]

Recorded the end outside my college 😂

[@NiallHatton]

I’ve heard that restaurants do this if they think your going to give them a bad review, no joke

[@Nancy-cf4oq]

Gary, I can’t believe you’re apologizing for that wonderful music!! Apparently, that’s the best thing at the restaurant, according to your food review. 🤦‍♀️

[@alexmarshall4331]

@@GaryEats Enjoyed the video a lot more than you enjoyed the food!!!

[@1stBlood]

Your a good man Gary, I live vicariously through your reviews, never eat out but love watching you do it mate 🎉

[@paulc1553]

I admire how Gary still personally replies to peoples comments as his popularity has soared. Really appreciate that, mate. Makes you stand out. Best to you and the cameraman!

[@GaryEats]

I do try my best Paul!

[@paulc1553]

@GaryEats: My late great Mum said "As long as you try your best, that's what counts". Cheers, Gary.

[@craigpawalawski4232]

I 100% agree ..not only do we get a great and honest review but Gary goes that extra mile

[@marketingwizdom]

Well said. I couldn’t agree more!

[@patrickwong4824]

@@paulc1553 That is one of the reasons why this is my favourite KZbin channel.

[@sndmnc]

this video just earned you the subscribe, nothing better than a food reviewer who isn't afraid to be critical if it's warranted. that's a good sign for the channel!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so very much for watching commenting and now subscribing

[@DavidWard-z8x]

Don’t ever apologise for giving a poor score for a poor experience. Please keep your integrity Gary. Everyone knows you bend over backwards to be balanced with all of your comments. Hopefully the owners take the comments on board and use the feedback to improve 👍

[@GoroTheDog-v5b]

This. One of the main reasons Gary has grown so much is due to his integrity and fair judgment… Take Mike Chen (strictly dumpling) for example. He loves everything and anything. It just gets to a point where what he’s saying holds no weight with fake and loving reviews time after time. Keep it up Gary 👌🏻

[@GoroTheDog-v5b]

PS. Gravy does go with fish and chips 😉

[@nukasnook1561]

​@GoroTheDog-v5b Yes it does!!! If it's a nice gravy.

[@Lucy-Wilkinson]

@DavidWard-z8x yep 100% gary please don't ever change, we love the way you do these reviews xx

[@TillyOrifice]

@@GoroTheDog-v5b Well, it goes with chips.

[@roymarshjiujitsu]

My favorite Food Channel. I feel like you're the most honest reviewer out there.

[@GaryEats]

That is very kind to say thank you very much Roy

[@MissDelia]

Thanks for taking one for the team Gary, your face said it all !

[@lmoein]

Agree. Gary really didn't want to eat that, but he has said he hates wasting food. Sometimes you have to - don't put yourself through it Gary. Great video

[@GaryEats]

I appreciate that, thank you... just so disappointing

[@richjackson8349]

Food reviewing is all about being objective and independent each and every time, and our Gary delivers every time. Sometimes he comes across a poor experience and he simply says it as it is - great work!

[@GaryEats]

That is very kind to say thank you very much, Rich

[@JohnnyFocal]

Love this video as you truly exercise your real knowledge of food preparation and deconstruction of the food and what they did wrong. They should be paying you for this advice as you hit the nail on the head, what is wrong, and how they could have fixed it! As Always IMPRESSED!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Johnny. I think it was just very bland, that was the major issue. The fish too wet and made it unappetising to eat

[@JohnnyFocal]

@@GaryEats The skill is knowing why it was too wet and what they did wrong. That's what makes the difference: You're not some random-tasting food. That's why your comments and opinions have weight! Too many people these days have opinions without the insight and knowledge to back them up! Knowledge without arrogance is a true skill these days of not only character but also being an artisan of your craft! Good Work!

[@Curryking32000]

I'm pretty sure that they had frozen the fish from fresh. They probably have one or two deliveries a week rather than daily and keeping it on ice in a box and they've chucked it in domestic chest freezers. Fish needs to be blast frozen to maintain its integrity, if its frozen in a domestic freezer, the ice crystals form and break down the tissue resulting in a soggy mess. So its a storage problem but It could be that their suppliers are doing it.

[@jamielee9350]

You know I am from Norwich Gary , and yes , up until about 2 years ago you could not find a better chippy in Norwich. But alas , it is one that has seriously let itself down. Honestly , I think your score score was very generous . Brutal review .. NO ..Honest ...YES. 💯

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Jamie

[@denisekitching2823]

Gary you are not a idiot but a lovely gentleman, that's why a lot of people love your video and keep watching them,Thank you for your videos

[@talbotsunbeamer]

You have a way with words, Denise.

[@GoroTheDog-v5b]

@@talbotsunbeamermodern day Shakespeare 😂

[@PortsladeBySea]

Excellent comment. We all love watching Gary’s reviews. Long may they continue 🥳👏👍

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say, thank you, Denise 🌹

[@THE-THATCH]

Your face, Gary, after tasting the mushy peas! Priceless, who needs a verbal review 🙄 by far one of the most entertaining, enthusiastic, trusted reviewer on the tube. 👏👏👏

[@GaryEats]

That is very kind to say thank you

[@brundelfly1]

His expression after trying the Gravy got my hopes up that it was a taste sensation 😯(despite looking like Bisto) and then: "That's shocking..." 😔

[@sam-P90]

It's so refreshing to see someone give an honest review. For a few reasons, it's great for the consumer but also the proprietor to see where to improve. So many now give glittering reviews, not wanting to upset anyone.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much Sam

[@karenward267]

I always enjoy how authentic Gary’s reviews are. He took one for the team with this review.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Karen

[@martinh4982]

Rejoice! A Gary video where I don't feel hungry afterwards!

[@GaryEats]

I’m pleased you enjoyed this one Martin. I didn’t. lol 😂

[@shirleyw8720]

😂

[@mandymoo7406]

I've just had a me too moment😂

[@utherdoul2682]

Got to love the dedication to honest reviews. Not just cherry picking, but braving the dodgy ones so we don't have to.

[@GaryEats]

I appreciate that, thank you

[@heatherkinneavy1167]

@@utherdoul2682 oooooh, like that cod head thing the other day!! 😱😱😱 He is braver than brave!!

[@utherdoul2682]

@@heatherkinneavy1167 Lol, yeah. Dodged the eye though, didn't he? I would have too.

[@heatherkinneavy1167]

@@utherdoul2682 I wasn't brave enough to even watch that bit!!! I was reaching for the sick bag!!! Think I will stick to peanut butter sandwiches!! Have a great evening 😀

[@MarriedToTheKGB]

Really appreciate the honest review! Too many people rave about their reviews which makes me wonder if they are sponsored. This review is totally credible

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say, thank you

[@absoluteacw]

Fair point.

[@This-means-more]

Hi Gary, brilliant as usual, I tune in for the honesty and humility, very much a man of the people telling it the way it is.

[@GaryEats]

I don’t like giving bad reviews, but I have to tell you what it was like

[@Anonomobot]

3.5 / 10 The chip shop's reputation has been well & truly BATTERED.

[@actiondork]

😆

[@fnaaijkens69]

And soggy at that. Pissed on or off..... 😂

[@shadowside8433]

An honest review is all you can ask for - without fear or favour!

[@GaryEats]

Lol clever pun but I really do try to be fair and positive

[@ianthomas1060]

Look up about making up jokes, much training do you require! 😀😀😀

[@FourIntoOne]

I think they are more interested in interior ahem "design", rather than actual food these days. One to avoid, clearly. Thanks for taking one for the team!

[@GaryEats]

No problem. I think I am the only one who like the interior lol

[@Staleyboi12]

Wasn't like that a few years back 😔

[@oc2phish07]

Wow! How things can change over time. I ate in that downstairs section in May 2017 and found the fish and chips to be excellent. Whether the management has changed or not I wouldn't know but Gary always gives a very honest, and considered review and I trust him when he says that meal was bad. Very disappointing as my partner and I really enjoyed our meal there. Thanks for the review Gary, very interesting.

[@GaryEats]

From other comments, I understand that it has changed hands

[@grahamhardie7934]

The usual Gary, cutting costs and not changing their oil as often enough,no you weren't harsh ,just honest in your opinion and let's face it you know your stuff pal,keep up the good work I really enjoy your channel,thanks.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Graham

[@CarolFremel-my4hs]

Like a

[@5714sqd]

A fish and chip shop in an Anderson bomb shelter. Now that's different. And I'm old enough to have sat in one during air raids. Most ended up as garden sheds except this one. What a pity the food didn't live up to the presentation. Thanks for sharing, as always, Gary.

[@GaryEats]

Wow are you really? I would truly love to hear your stories.

[@pippin1ful]

I spent the duration from February 1940 in and out of our Anderson, nearly dying from pneumonia due to the cold, damp conditions during my first year, during the Blitz, blown off my bunk on to the concrete floor on my bonce by the blast from a parachute mine, a year or so on, then a Doodlebug blowing up a potato clamp, a few hundred yards up the road. Mother decided to up sticks and took my brother and me up to where she was born in rural North Norfolk, until Dad was healed from his wounds from Normandy, and was released from hospital and the army. We returned to "Doodlebug Alley" and their fight path over our house has ceased. Mother used our Anderson for a chicken house. They became my pets until Grandad dispatched two for Christmas Dinner. I flatly refused to eat any!

[@VickyRussell-122]

​@@pippin1ful what a wonderful story Richard. I'm a bit younger than you but my best memories as a kid are of playing on bomb sites.

[@keithphilbin3054]

Did you have the snook ?

[@ramblerandy2397]

Your videos and summaries obviously get the balance of your feelings just right when it comes to scoring, because every time I've watched and listened I've nailed the score myself. Today was no exception. You pondered on the score, and I thought, "well that's only a 3 to 4 mark". You said 3.5. Every time. It's uncanny. 😊

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much that means a lot, I try to be as fair and concise as possible. I really do not enjoy being negative

[@jamescollins6085]

Thank you for being so consistently honest with your reviews, Gary. You're a cut above the rest.

[@GaryEats]

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

[@garyt.5219]

This is hilarious, I couldn’t stop laughing at the heightened expectation and genuine reactions!!……Best, most genuine UK food reviews I’ve seen…The food looked absolutely horrendous!…Rather you than me Gary to be honest!!…

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind and really appreciated thank you very, very much, Gary

[@Nigel-fy5jg]

Hi Gary, I used that place in the 1970s when I was at university. Layout has changed of course. I totally agree with your review. No excuse for what they served. I would rather get a portion of chips and mushy peas off Norwich market.

[@Curryking32000]

I always use Norwich market when i'm in the city centre as its good fish and chips and much cheaper.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, much appreciated Nigel... wish it was as good as before

[@_Ben4810]

Don't forget the mint sauce on the mushy peas...exclusive to Norwich Market...!

[@mitchybooooy]

What a real shame.. 5 years ago this was BY FAR the best chippy in Norwich but I had some about 2 months ago and I have to agree with you Gary.. they have indeed dropped the baton here! Unfortunately they’re surviving on an old reputation which won’t last long in a small place like Norwich

[@lmoein]

@mitchybooooy I'm assuming they are under new management, do you know? Such a shame

[@GaryEats]

I'm very sorry to hear that, I thought it was going to be a hit!

[@mitchybooooy]

@@GaryEats you’re just a few years too late lol! Maybe they will have an epiphany and sort things out.. us folk of Norwich do hope so!

[@mitchybooooy]

@@lmoein no it’s the same couple that have owned it for years.. it may have new managers but I couldn’t tell you

[@ponyboycurtis9345]

Totally agree, they used to be great. Cutting costs with cheap sauces and dodgy spuds maybe and not great cooking standards.

[@macdaddy1658]

So glad Gary reviewed this particular chip shop , I'm visiting Norwich as my elderly mum lives near by,,mums favourite meal is , you guessed good old fish and chips which mum still see as a treat, I intended to take mum there on a day out, Mum being 83 and having difficulty with stairs and disliking loud music would have been a dissapointing day especially with tasteless chips and disappointing fish , Thank you Gary 👍

[@GaryEats]

I think you can find better in Norwich

[@_Ben4810]

I still love the fish & chips served in the Norwich branch of John Lewis department store...always good...👌

[@davidwood9991]

Try Lucy's on the market much much better :-)

[@polkadot1234]

Love your honest reviews Gary!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much

[@acheface]

That all looked good to start with. Just goes to show. You shouldn't judge a book etc. I admire how you always look for the positive even with an experience like this.

[@GaryEats]

Agreed, thank you.. I really don't like doing negative reviews

[@drac1st]

I watched the Gordon Ramsay one and now this one I'm impressed I like your honesty . You now have a new subscriber. 😊👍.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you for watching commenting and subscribing

[@blackannis238]

Wow, this used to be my go-to chip shop when I was at Uni in Norwich in the late 90s! Amazing it's still there. Back then it was a proper chippy. Shame they've gone down the "Instagrammable" route rather than concentrate on the food.

[@GaryEats]

I thought it would be so much better but the recent reviews seem right

[@dcpayne5264]

For context, as a local. This was a decent standard chippy for years. Used to always make Lovely golden yellow chips. Then around 2013ish it got taken over by an American (or possibly Canadian) and he made it quite unique (opened up the basement etc) and introduced quite a quirky diverse menu (including prawns and squid rings). It became insanely popular because it was pretty decent fish and very well priced. Since about 2022/23 it’s become so insanely popular and the quality has taken a nose dive. That’s why it was rated as number 1, because for years it’s decent food and very well priced.

[@davidbain9800]

@@dcpayne5264 I believe it was sold in about 2022 and its sadly become worse since

[@skibumirl]

On a recent holiday from Ireland I stayed in Norwich for a couple of night's, there was a fish and chip shop nearby called "New Sole Plaice". It was amazing, I tried a couple of different chipper's on my trip, but this was the stand out meal of my holiday. Next time in Norwich give them a go, plus the couple that run the place are lovely.

[@GaryEats]

That sounds like a better fish and chip shop than the one I visited

[@jasonwarby3765]

Brutal indeed, thanks very much Gary, really appreciate the honesty mate.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Jason

[@flitsertheo]

Frying chips is an art. You need the right potato (Bintje or a few other species), the right frying fat (preferably beef tallow) and the Belgian "double fry" method for really good, crispy chips.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you for the information

[@butterflydiva1]

Yes this venue is very quirky indeed. How unusual in a good way. The fish looks lovely and the batter very crispy. Tiger prawns are delicious by the sounds of it. Shame it didn't taste as good as it looked. Thank you for sharing our Gary again at your expense. Great video sweet x 😊

[@GaryEats]

It was a real different experience but I was let down by the quality Maria. The fish was incredibly mushy!! The sauces were so bland and disappointing, especially the gravy. Onto the next, lets see what is around the corner!

[@butterflydiva1]

@@GaryEats Shame that our Gary. I always enjoy your reviews though, whether a good score or not. The venues are always different and I know you put a lot of hard work into every video. Thank you again both you and your Son sweet x 😊

[@anth1111]

I spent a week in Norwich one Wednesday afternoon!

[@butterflydiva1]

@@anth1111 hahaha 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@eightiesboy]

Gary currently has the best job in the world and is also giving so many people a lot of pleasure. Perfect.

[@terranceparsons5185]

Well worth his 19 grand a month!

[@GaryEats]

I agree, it is a good job most of the time

[@GWAYGWAY1]

@@eightiesboy He might end up at 40 stones if he eat it all.

[@seamusobrien2675]

Yes Gary for experts like ourselves once they start cooking in the wrong fat the flavor disappears, it is critical to keep most mono unsaturated vegetable oils away from fish and chips. Cooking media in terms of quality and outcome in descending order I would recommend the following, duck fat, beef Tallow, lard, peanut oil, olive oil, solid cooking oils made from animal fats.

[@pippin1ful]

Duck fat or extra virgin olive oil in my kitchen. I do love some beef dripping on thick toast over a coal fire. A little seasoning and away y'go. Gran has gone, with her fire place, but the memory lingers on. I still collect the drippings from my roasts to spread on toast, but the coal flavour is no more. Still tasty though!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much for all the information Seamus. I agree.

[@sonyamccormack5037]

Just keep telling the truth, this is why so many people are watching ...

[@Autsss13]

As far as I'm aware this chip shop only cooks in animal fat- as a veggie in Norwich, I haven't been able to try their chips because of this.

[@stevebarlow3154]

@seamusobrien2675 I use olive oil for shallow frying, but can you use it for deep frying? I was under the impression that you can't use olive oil for frying your chips in, as it starts smoking and threatening to catch fire?

[@domcampbell9428]

See Gary, this is exactly why your reviews should be taken note of. They are objective, non biased and truthfully reflect your experience of the venue. There is never a hidden agenda with any of your reviews. Keep it up my friend. Outstanding work as usual.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you so much Dom, good luck for the rest of the season

[@domcampbell9428]

@ cheers my friend. No chance of the title now but maybe a cup possibly.

[@mrbillyt]

That fishcake looked like something you'd find at a bottom of a volcano. I would sent that back just by the look of it. You weren't harsh at all, very honest review.

[@THE-THATCH]

@@mrbillyt a hockey puck came to mind with me 🤮

[@Hedgehogsinthemist123]

🤣😂

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

it isa bad when frozen Youngs brand fishcakes looks 100x better , even iceland brand might be better and iceland is known for crapness

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much. The fishcake was like a hockey puck.

[@jamesalexander5623]

It looks like a Hockey Puck!

[@Stephenuk-zc3xo]

I remember when i was a kid your fish and chips supper was in wrapped in news paper im sure you'll remember as well haha

[@GaryEats]

Yes I do remember the good old days Stephen

[@Stephenuk-zc3xo]

@GaryEats it was the good old days as well gary wasn't it especially the music

[@RosieHarp]

What a shame the food wasn't up to much. The curry sauce was pure gloop, radioactive mushy peas and an MDF fish cake. It's a pity because that sauna you were sitting in looked so promising😆 Thanks for another enlightening video 👍

[@ian230570]

MDF remark and sauna reference! Very good indeed. And spot on. Those tins looked like something had been operated on. It’s always a red flag when a foodie place resorts to such gimmicks.

[@GaryEats]

As you can see, this wasn’t a good offering Rosie and that was very funny, thank you as always and have a great end of the week

[@juliabain1296]

You were not being harsh at all - an excellent review!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Julia

[@WendyS-3]

Loud music in an Anderson shelter with disappointing food? Not for me Gary. Thanks for taking one for the team on this one! 🤢 x

[@GaryEats]

No problem Wendy, take care

[@ian230570]

Thanks Wendy. The Anderson shelter remark made me snort my coffee back through my nose! It’s exactly that.

[@neilgodwin6531]

Just what I thought. My neighbours had an Anderson shelter when I was a kid.

[@WendyS-3]

@@ian230570 Sorry Ian hope you've recovered by now! 🤭

[@KazzaB08]

Anderson shelter 🤣🤣👍💯🇬🇧

[@paulscott8370]

Good to you see again Gary hope you're well and camera man keep up great work all best

[@GaryEats]

All good thank you Paul, how are you?

[@paulscott8370]

iam good gary thanks for asking take care​@GaryEats

[@mikeymikeFType]

Looks like a nice cosy Anderson shelter you’re eating in 🤪

[@GaryEats]

It was something different and I really liked that!

[@mikeymikeFType]

@@GaryEats It’s great that you explore these places,good or bad. 😋

[@rosemarymee]

Wonderful comment! World War 2 grimness indeed 😮

[@mikeymikeFType]

@@rosemarymee 👍😊

[@BenjaminBloor]

This is 100% the very BEST channel in this niche on all of KZbin nothing comes even remotely close!

[@GaryEats]

You are being incredibly kind

[@MancunianMrG]

As soon as the food arrived, I thought this won't be good. The chips looked awful and the fishcake, like a cow pat. Shocking.

[@GIBBO4182]

The fish cake looked like an ice hockey puck! 😂

[@GaryEats]

The chips were really poor, very rare to see that

[@leorudham62]

I thought the fishcake looked like a burger.

[@Saltybuher]

Wasn’t me.

[@lmoein]

I thought it all, except the chips, looked as if they had been cooked in dirty oil, and overcooked. I worked in a chippy many years ago, and that fishcake and fish both looked as I describe.

[@RobMcGuirk]

Haha aww the bending of the fish cake really cracked me up. It didn't snap in half, it didn't break to pieces - it bent. Ladies and gentlemen I present to you, The Bending Fish Cake!!!!!!!

[@GaryEats]

I was a bit surprised, Robert

[@markwinter8315]

Aye, and me 😂😂😂😂😂

[@donnahill6126]

Yes, that made me laugh 😆

[@HelenBrock-f8u]

Hi Gary. You’re honesty is refreshing. You tell it what it is. That’s why you have so many people watching youre videos. You’re a proper gentlemen thank you👍👍

[@GaryEats]

That is very kind to say thank you very much, Helen 🌹

[@markfox1545]

Learn the difference between your and you're.

[@emair97]

I went to university here and used to love their food but sad to see it’s changed! It used to be a WWII themed restaurant with an Anderson shelter in the basement. Great review, Gary!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much. Let’s hope it was a bad day at the office.

[@grahampitchy8691]

People pay for a decent meal. Why can't places like this produce the goods. I find it's happening more so these days honestly, especially takeaways. Great stuff Gary my friend.

[@GaryEats]

I really appreciate that, thank you Graham and you are spot on

[@fa6652]

Got an exam tomorrow and a new video from you is just what I needed to calm the nerves.

[@paulc1553]

Good luck!

[@WendyS-3]

All the best 👍

[@GaryEats]

Good luck, you will do an amazing job!

[@fuzzy1237]

All the best bud

[@fuzzy1237]

U took one for the team there gary

[@scottduthie7947]

Gary this will probably be one of my last comments on KZbin, because I told a disrespectful man what I thought. I wanted to say to everyone I don’t work and I will never work. I also wanted to say to you Gary carry on doing your food reviews because you are always respectful and honest.

[@GaryEats]

I am really sorry to hear that, Scott, I really urge you to reconsider as I appreciate you watching and commenting on all the videos

[@juliebailey4749]

I stumbled across your channel and can't get enough of your reviews! Loving your work Gary!

[@GaryEats]

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

[@JoannaHammond]

A really really good gravy with chips is amazing.

[@davidwhite4874]

Yeah, but not with battered fish.

[@GaryEats]

I think it needs to be a really good one Joanna

[@JoannaHammond]

@@davidwhite4874 Agree with that, but chips with gravy can be amazing.

[@lynnbean7200]

Chips and gravy is pretty standard here in Australia. Everyone loves it.

[@duke_zippy]

@@lynnbean7200 There's an Aussie pie shop here in Norwich called Flaming Galah which is legendary.

[@Luke-wy1nr]

@garyEats i have started watching you channel over the past few days and I am absolutely obsessed. I'm from South Africa. And a chef as well. And will happily have you over for a review. You have such a warm and gentle soul and so respectful when reviewing and super entertaining keep it up onward and upward

[@GaryEats]

Really appreciate that, thank you Luke

[@ElaineMills-ps7gb]

Another great video Gary the nicest guy on You Tube ❤

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Elaine ❤️

[@baddude1337]

Looks like a place made for Instagram - looks all flashy and quirky but the actual food is shite.

[@GaryEats]

I really liked the inside, a bit different

[@carltonlambert7608]

Corrugated iron isn't flash. Most so called up cycling isn't.

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

instagram is so 2010 ,this is for tiktok

[@ClareLovick]

Yup. Spot on. Always has been style over substance.

[@colintook3357]

Or a "Plaice" made for Instagram.... Sorry I'll get my coat.

[@catherinelaing2124]

Thank you! Always value your honesty, xx

[@GaryEats]

Thank you Catherine xx

[@johngreen6795]

Definitely not being harsh, Gary, didn’t even look good, you’re always honest ,good review as always

[@GaryEats]

Thanks John

[@stevedavis6879]

Hey gary , another top video 👌, sloppy mush , the fish definitely been frozen that's a guarantee. Also love your comment on yorkshire. We certainly do know how to do fish and chips, although I seldom eat them , it's nice to have now and again , and remember the batter matters 🙂

[@GaryEats]

I appreciate that, thank you Steve... was shocked at how wet the fish was

[@butterflydiva1]

@@stevedavis6879 Lovely to see you on here Steve . I agree the fish must have been previously frozen. Shame that, as the venue was quirky . Have a super evening sweet x 😊

[@pault7567]

Gary, you really need to start complaining and sending food back or at least asking for some of the bill to be refunded. Unfortunately I’m finding it harder and harder to find good food at a good price these days. Everyone seems to have lowered their standards and charging through the roof for mediocre food

[@nickycleere8310]

Agreed I keep getting let down anywhere I go.

[@GaryEats]

I understand that Paul but in a fish and chip shop, I'm not sure...

[@Clive-p2q]

​@@GaryEatsI don't think it really matters what the Establishment is. If the food is poor complain. But if they have seen the video I don't think there can be left in no doubt what you thought about the majority of the food quality. Another great vid Gary.

[@johnbrs123]

@@GaryEats I have sent chippy food back, you are paying for decent food regardless..

[@carolbarrett5132]

I felt your pain Gary-very disappointing. Looked good but no taste, no good. Get back up to Yorkshire for proper fish & chips boys! Hope your tummy was ok on your drive home🤨😘

[@calvinlaidler7422]

lesson to be learned - steer clear of quirky fish and chip shops...........bona fide proper old school place every time for me !!!!!!

[@Scot-r3z]

Plaice? 😊

[@ponyboycurtis9345]

It`s been there for decades

[@GaryEats]

I think you might be right Calvin although I will say its been there a long time

[@tonydavis8916]

Honest as always gary fish cake look like a Frisbee

[@RosieHarp]

Hockey puck 😝

[@GaryEats]

I think Rosie was nearer a hockey puck

[@johnoliver7181]

I work in Whitby, people come everyday just for the fish and chips.. Glad you loved the Whitby food Gary. Shame about Norwich though.. We should hold classes up here in Yorkshire

[@GaryEats]

You certainly should, John

[@cyoung6127]

Gary, greetings from Houston, Texas, USA. I am so entertained by your little skip run at the start of these videos. I also love how you said, "no, that's not good" and then took another bite. Hahahaha. You make the supreme sacrifice for your viewers. Keep up the good work. Very joyful.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much

[@twomacks1]

It’s amazing what the difference between the eyes and taste can be…usually a place going downhill is either change of owner or chef..what a pity…

[@GaryEats]

I thought it was going to be excellent when it first came out but the chips were dry and bland, the fish was wet and mushy and the sauces... no comment.

[@jamesalexander5623]

And Now from Norwich it's --- The Quizz of the Week!

[@pearlupthejunction]

😂😂😂

[@GaryEats]

Lol James!!

[@andrewthomas7129]

Oh Gary, I really feel for you with this one ! It’s really sad when you know that there’s so much possible potential ! I hope you didn’t eat too much ! A very detailed and fair review though , as always - you gave it a good go ! 😂😂😂 !

[@GaryEats]

Thanks Andrew, I did try my absolute best to be positive

[@WilliamWilliams-k2r]

Thanks Gary for your honesty-if it's bad it's bad hopefully they take note and adjust 👍

[@GaryEats]

I really hope they improve or it was a bad day at the office William

[@davidmccaffrey4020]

If I owned a restaurant....I would be absolutely crapping my pants if I saw you walk in gary. Your balanced, honest reviews carry the truth. Hopefully, the restaraunts that receive negative reviews take it on the chin, and they use criticism as a tool to use for future improvement

[@paulsawtell3991]

I guess the cheque's in the post?

[@MbisonBalrog]

Some people may prefer the food the way it is. Personally I hate crunch on fries or batter.

[@RobMcGuirk]

You'd only be crapping your pants if you knew you were serving up shite. If you took pride in what was being sent out to every customer, you'd be rubbing your hands when Gary walked in, because like you said - always honest.

[@davidmccaffrey4020]

@RobertMcguirk-nk1ni I think you'd still be a tad nervy regardless. You'd want and need your chefs to be putting in a solid, reliable performance. Absolutely no mistakes etc

[@benjohnsmith]

@@davidmccaffrey4020 agreed

[@moonchild666]

How sad is this? On the doorstep of the once busiest seaport in the country, and you get poor quality, FROZEN fish. Woeful.

[@GaryEats]

This was very disappointing

[@pippin1ful]

About 120 miles from London's once busiest docks in the realm. You might have got a Yarmouth kipper, or a Cromer crab, or a herring from further north: Grimsby. In Norwich, the cod may have been sourced from Iceland. The store, not the country, and not thawed out properly.

[@moonchild666]

@@pippin1ful Indeed. I was thinking about Lowestoft back in the day.

[@thesleeplessmn]

Look more closely.. The majority of white fish being served in the UK at the moment comes from Russia of all places!

[@fredbear72ify]

@@moonchild666 Just what I thought.

[@StutterBoyECFC]

It's great to see Jim from The Vicar Of Dibley feature during the intro! 🤣

[@GaryEats]

That was very funny

[@Manonthehill]

Years ago the fish cakes had proper cod mixed with potatoes and they used to be a meal with chips

[@djbillye4943]

Yakety Yak-Not going back.😂

[@GaryEats]

Very, very funny

[@martinmcgrath1985]

You are very fair..that was shocking!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Martin

[@davy2266]

its like wading through the louisiana river in norwich .the music alone would have me escaping the place.

[@GaryEats]

The music was very annoying

[@pippin1ful]

There are lots of tributaries to the mighty Mississippi, and bayous. Gary should go to NewOrleans and Cujun country, and review the fantastic food available there. I've been 3 times! Even the catfish stew is great in The Swamp, but he should try Creole cuisine!

[@paulsawtell3991]

@@GaryEats Just as the 'music;' you used yourself and compressed to hell and back.

[@Lomie32]

The music was great, shame about the food

[@rnari007]

keep the reviews real that's what I love about your channel - saves us a lot of guess work :-)

[@GaryEats]

That’s very kind to say, thank you

[@FR-ek8lj]

The red stars give it a Soviet ‘vibe’ - Remember, in Russia, the soggy fish eats YOU, and the fluorescent peas were probably from Chernobyl… 😂

[@GaryEats]

That was very funny

[@charliehmi76]

😂

[@TheFesta01]

Haha i was thinking the same.

[@mancunianinlondon]

isn't Chernobyl in Ukraine?

[@annemiekvandorp4457]

@@mancunianinlondon Not yet.....

[@deanh6775]

You're not too far from Cromer Gary, would very highly recommend "No.1 fish and chip shop" in Cromer we went there a few years ago and to this day the best chippy we've ever had!

[@LANCSKID]

Yes, it is a superb fish and chip shop. Visited when I was in Cromer on holiday. No mush there!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much. I will try on my next visit, Dean.

[@pippin1ful]

I prefer MaryJane's.

[@LANCSKID]

@@pippin1ful Been there too … !

[@Joooools5000]

What about the one in Wells-next-the-sea? 2nd best fish n chips I've ever had (Stonehaven in Scotland the best ever)

[@humdumdiggdy]

Eww quote ' the mushy peas were vile'. Vile is a very strong word for Gary

[@GaryEats]

It wasn’t good unfortunately

[@Drew-Dastardly]

Just how can anyone go wrong with mushy peas? I found a box of Bigga in the back of my cupboard over 10 years past the best before date, but they are dried and no sign of spoilage so why not. I followed the instructions and used the tablets and 24 hour soak and rinse and they were great. There is no excuse for a chippy with modern supplies.

[@hyruleansans473]

Bachelors mushy peas, straight from a tin lol

[@grahamcolquhoun2295]

You just have to tell it like it is You are truthful and unbiased Which is why I love your channel

[@GaryEats]

Thanks so much Graham, I really do try to be positive

[@stephenbutler463]

Defo the oil not hot enough. Sorry you had a bad meal Gary, but we like an honest review, which you do, keep up the good work mate

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Stephen

[@ConnieHardman-b7t]

I bet the oil needed to be changed as the food looked a dingy colour and the fish was completely soggy inside,meaning the fish wasn't defrosted completely and probably holding water! Not very healthy 🧐

[@MelissasArt]

I'm originally from Norwich. Shame it wasn't too clever. That's why I love what you do, honesty! Someone like Rate My Take Away would have given that food a 9 or a 10.

[@pippin1ful]

I don't think he would, but I don't watch his channel very much.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much. I have to say I really like Danny.

[@MelissasArt]

@GaryEats Yes, me too. He comes across as an all-around decent human being. I find he is more entertainment value, though, as opposed to a serious food critic like yourself.

[@MelissasArt]

@TelThePower Planning to do just that later. 🙂 I usually catch up with Gary and others on a Sunday to wind down. So I'll be watching and commenting there later. Weekend has been brill. I hope you have had a lovely one yourself lovely. 🙂

[@MelissasArt]

@TelThePower We used to always go down to Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth on seaside trips back in the day as a family. Good memories. They used to have a Haven park down that way that we went to a couple of times back when I was a lil gal. Not sure if it is still there. Would have been early 90s. I left Norwich and did a stint in London between 2005 - 2012. That ended because of the riots. I wanted out after what happened. Sold up and got out to sunnier climes as you say. I'm going to give the new video a watch now. 🙂

[@Lizziebird-pg4gj]

Hi Gary, vegan Liz here. Just want you to know I love your channel! Even though I’m vegan I really enjoy your reviews ha ha. This is down to you, you come across as a lovely chap. Even though I’m a vegan I’m not a preachy one and people can eat what they want, nothing to do with me. Just wanted you to know for some reason I thoroughly enjoy your videos! Well done you! ❤❤

[@GaryEats]

Hi Liz. Thank you so much for that. I will do my best to have more vegan/veggie dishes on the channel!!

[@melanytodd2929]

Isn't he lovely? ♥️😍🇿🇦

[@lynnesmith5718]

Same!

[@Lizziebird-pg4gj]

@@GaryEats awesome! Thanks Gary 😁

[@shayne109]

not preachy but you had to tell us 3 times we get it you are vegan good for you 😁

[@thewillofthepeople4615]

Hi gary , ni e to see your channels working out . Nothing wrong with a harsh review, nothing wrong with being honest- keep up the good reviews m8 .

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much that’s really appreciated

[@mtr360]

There’s nothing worse than a disappointing fish and chips - feel for you Gary!

[@GaryEats]

Thank you I was surprised

[@ArcAudios77]

Good watch & listen, thanks Gary. Regards

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much

[@snowysnowyriver]

A daughter of Norwich here. Thank you for visiting my home city. Large areas of Norwich are riddled with medieval undercrofts and systems of connecting tunnels. This restaurant is in Pottergate which a very ancient part of the city. What you see now was built on top of 12th century gravel mines. There was a massive fire in 1509, but most of Pottergate was rebuilt by 1650 including access to the original tunnels and undercrofts. Between 1760 and 1820, the Pottergate site was completely built on. What you see in the basement of the Grosvenor is an interconnecting undercroft from the 12th century. Where there is one building now, there would have been several back then. Also there was chalk mining in Pottergate as late as the 18th century. Eating in the downstairs restaurant, you were sitting in a place which is around a 1,000 years old.

[@oxygen6371]

This is a video about fish n chips

[@FionaKay-ju9uq]

I like the history😊

[@simondalzell5635]

It's about Fish and Chips.and they were Shite. It's not the History Channel.

[@quinn-wf3kk]

Thanks for that informative backgrounder to some of Norwich. I'm getting on in years now and doubt that I'll ever make it back to England. But I can just imagine sitting in that 1000 year old dugout fish n' chip shop. Cheers from BC, Canada :)

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much for all the information about Norwich. It’s great to get some history.

[@darrenguest7284]

Great review Gary, it’s honest and genuine which is what makes your channel so good. These places need an honest review, they either act on it or they disappear. Great job 👏

[@GaryEats]

I really appreciate that, thank you so much Darren

[@calmac9720]

That was more than fair Gary- I'd have given it a 2/10: it looked awful. I'm all for not wasting food, but I agree with the other 'commentors' - send it back! I would say that it was the restaurant wasting the food, not you!

[@DanielDydzak]

I would not have fed that stuff to my dog Trixie other than perhapS shrimp, what a disaster

[@calmac9720]

😆 yep!!

[@GaryEats]

I do not like wasting food, but even I struggled to eat all this on this occasion

[@kooper1683]

It is hard to say only on your vid but that looks more like Pollock than Cod. Pollock is white, flacky and a good Cod substitute. But if fried too long will turn to mush.

[@GaryEats]

I think you could be right as the fish disintegrated too easily

[@Harry-sp3fz]

It is probably cod. It has been battered and fried frozen which causes the "mush".

[@Nancy-cf4oq]

Yakety Yak. Don’t talk back! ~The Coasters

[@GaryEats]

That's the one Nancy lol

[@Kennyjnoye]

Excellent honest review Gary ! 👍

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Benny

[@billmagowan1492]

Gary normally I agree with you on markings, but that, despite the quirky decor, gets a 1/10 from me, you’re not paying for the decor, you’re paying for edible food and if you can’t stomach it then IMHO your rating was far too high! The peas and curry sauce looked full of modified maize starch to me no wonder they tasted rank!

[@GaryEats]

I understand your point, Bill, but in fairness it was a big portion even though it wasn’t quality and the tiger prawns saved the day, you know I respect your opinion

[@RosieHarp]

I thought the presentation looked quite nice, I like the greaseproof paper mopping up the fat. Much as I love Ella Fitzgerald that was a bit much .....

[@GaryEats]

That was very funny, thank you, Rosie ❤️

[@Erin-Christine]

Hi Gary! Very quirky interior, though the downstairs area does not look claustrophobe friendly. The food looked OK when it hit the table, but as soon as you had a few bites, it sadly looked like it was going to go downhill quickly. When you have beautifully cooked chips & an excellent gravy, it can be such a fantastic treat. The cod seemed like a real let-down & the sauces dreadful. I'm sure you don't like giving harsh reviews when the food is disappointing, but hopefully this restaurant takes note & they can make some improvements. Any good manager or owner should take on fair, valid & honest criticism. I'm sorry this one was not a great experience Gary, hopefully the next is better! Your score was fair because if you know you are going to struggle to get through it, it's not worth more than a few points. Take care & safe travels to you both. 💙

[@pippin1ful]

Gary and Son are doing a great job for the catering industry. Restauranteures need to heed his reviews and get a grip! (did I spell that right?)

[@Erin-Christine]

@@pippin1ful Totally agree Richard. Anyone familiar with this channel knows that Gary will only give an honest, quality review. I've watched all of his vlogs & have never seen him rate something down, unless it was deserved. With the growing audience here, I'd hope that restauranteur's do take note if the food is below average or poor. PS: I just let spell check take that one! 😅

[@GaryEats]

Spot on Erin. Great comment and I really do not like giving negative reviews!

[@Erin-Christine]

@@GaryEats Thanks Gary. We always know that you are going to provide a genuine review... One of the many reasons your channel gets more & more popular. Enjoy the rest of your week. 😊

[@vincentbirch632]

Mate, I appreciate your honesty. I really enjoy your videos. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@GaryEats]

Thank you very much, Vincent

[@bigshowdownunder8969]

One thing i have noticed in the last 3 decades is every time any cafe or restaurant or whatever gets sold on to new owners ,the first things they do is cut costs to increase profit ,the new generation of food merchants are in it for big profits ,pride and concern over quality is forgotten on their quest to get as rich as you can out of what they make and sell,blind freddy can see that ....greed rules the roost ,customers be damned ,they have never ending supply of mugs to fleece

[@GaryEats]

Unfortunately, I think you could be right