Hi , I’m a chef and avid visitor of cafes, pubs, restaurants. I Always listen and read food/restaurant reviews and generally they are more about how clever the reviewer thinks they are with pretentious language showing off. How refreshing to watch this : honest, unpretentious, fair and straight to the point. I’ve taken your recommendation a couple of times now ( Wetherspoon and Devine cafe) , spot on . Thanks! Keep up the good work

I've just found this channel. I like it a lot. Straight forward, and genuine, and no bullsh!t. Best UK food reviewer as far as I'm concerned.

Best thing about Wetherspoons is I never feel ripped off. The food is always decent and good value. ... which is all I want from pub food usually. I recently went to the one in Abingdon (as I was passing through on the way to Oxford) and had a really nice experience. Food was above average for spoons, the staff were nice and the atmosphere relaxed. We stayed for a few hours drinking and eating.

Gary , you've had 3 meals plus drinks for much less money than you've paid previously for one meal , it's hard to argue with the value for money and it's even cheaper in the provinces , for those with a family or on a budget , it's ideal , the fact that it is tasty is a bonus lol

In December 2018, I visited my daughter in Glasgow where she was a student -on a perfect winter's bright, sunny freezing cold day we went to the xmas market, walked through the beautiful city and visited the incredible cemetery , as the sun went down and the temp plummeted we went back into town tired and hungry. My daughter took me to 'spoons by the train station, never been in one before and had a snobbish prejudice against them - I had bangers, mash n gravy and peas, a pot of tea and a delicious pint of bitter for less than a 10er and still remember sitting there full and astonished at the value.

I’m really enjoying these videos, no boring preamble, straight to the point and not overly gushing. what I like most is the juxtaposition of high end V everyday eateries . Looking forward to more content.

From Wetherspoons. Thank you for reviewing our breakfast which we could see you thoroughly enjoyed. As a sign of our appreciation, we are sending you a two year supply of our famous breakfast mushrooms which we hope will please you thoroughly. I am sure after spending a day consuming Wetherspoons food that you return home with a full belly and not Mush-Room !

That was an excellent video, and your reviews of the food was very fair. Spoons isn't and doesn't pretend pretend to be fine dining but it allows a lot of people to enjoy a family meal out which is the important thing, well done Gary, and best wishes to you.

Thanks Gary I have been watching you for awhile but never commented. Wetherspoons is good on a tight budget. It serves a purpose and should always be around

Seems like a very fair review. Thanks for your videos and I appreciate you responding to people who post. Keep up the good work.

I order the double cheeseburger most times I eat at Wetherspoons and the beef they use is unbelievably good, tastes so fresh and cooked to perfection. I don't know how that do it. They are certainly better than any other burger chain in our area for quality. I ordered this week and the double cheeseburger with chips was £6.95. Very very happy with it. It also reflects on the quality of the kitchen staff, that the food is prepared so well.

I’d never been to a Wetherspoons until I had to have my car serviced and noticed one nearby to the garage. Seeing as I had time to kill I decided to have one of their large breakfasts with free coffee refills. Got to say for the price I couldn’t fault it, it was tasty and plentiful.

Another great video Gary, thank you. Well done for tacking the breakfast especially the eggs. I visited the Princess of Indian in Morden after seeing your video, loved it, great value for money, thanks again.

Hey, I started watching this channel last night and can't get enough... keep up the good work

Always fantastic reviews Gary. Absolutely brilliant videos pal.

Thanks for the upload mate. Enjoyed watching.

Gary great review, as ever great idea, gotts say value for money is really outstanding!! the curry looke very good!! keep em coming mate lee

Excellent video and you should be on mainstream telly! Love the honest authenticity of your presenting and it is a refreshingly different style that makes the video charming and interesting.The only downside is its making me hungry for more ha ha.Well done, no pun intended,and a Happy New Year .

When the wife and I go on holiday, we always look for a Wetherspoons, the foods good and great value... Great review Gary.

Really happy I found your channel. It’s refreshing to see some real, straight to the point food reviews.

Gary and lovely Cameraman ❤🧡💛💚💙🩵💜🥰 Great reviews. The drinks menu is fabulousness, honesty. But those free-range eggs wished they'd remained free from that plate. 😅 6pound was good value.. just visually joyless. Did the job of being filling. ❤ Lunch.. lol. Touristy spots knows how to charge. Sad burger, great price! Dinner.. champion!! All the best, Gary and Cameraman. Loving the series. Thank you.

One of the best options in spoons are the pizzas. I think they are cooked in a pizza oven so you will only find them in their pubs that have one in the kitchen. Because of the way they are cooked they are one of the fresher things on the menu and I like the way you can easily add toppings to the standard options. Quality and price stacks up against the competitors at that end of the pizza market!

Hi Gary. I came across your channel quite by accident. I'm glad I did. I've spent the last couple of hours pigging out on your videos. Absolutely first-class! I've now subscribed, and I'm looking forward to many more! Thank you.

Hi dear! Sending you a great day!! Thanks for the review!💕 SB, Ca. USA

Most importantly it was AFFORDABLE!! GOD BLESS WETHERSPOONS ✌🏽

The fried buttermilk chicken burger is my go to meal at Wetherspoons, it usually comes with onion rings, a few more chips and bbq sauce in a separate ramekin, just over £11 with a pint by me in the Midlands…obviously not London prices

I've only recently discovered your channel and am really enjoying your reviews. far better than any thing I've seen on here. Thanks. Good

Top job! keep up the reviews, thoroughly enjoyable!

Good review weatherspoons can be hit and miss great reviews

Just love the way you review it.

Just found you on YT today. Gone down your food review rabbit hole! Love the straight forward honesty in your reviews so far, Keep up the good work!👍👍

Recently found this Channel myself and it’s the best of its type I’ve come across so far, very watchable indeed…

Thanks for your three reviews! My impression is that 'Spoons as it is affectionately known by regulars, is just ok. You won't starve, but the portions and food quality are not going to overly impress. They spend on the decor and crockery, so there is a decent ambiance - although, you were competing with Victoria Station pidgeons by eating dinner al fresco! I understand prices have risen recently and some branches have closed.

You made a wise decision with the Stella. When a meal includes a drink, I always go for the best they have! Normally a Stella or Leffe. You can't really go wrong with a Spoons.... a solid meal at a great price. I also like that they save a lot of historic buildings that might otherwise be lost. It's not fancy, but it does the job.

Love the channel, as others have said you made a great clear assessment and say it how it is. I also like to try different food establishments every now and again. Wetherspoons are a great for a relatively cheap eat although they can be hit and miss. Like with the breakfasts another time you will get perfect runny eggs another time you'll get dry ones. Although some Wetherspoons are just 'better' than others with no real reason why. When food is good it's a very, very satisfying meal. :)

Loved this video Gary, really interesting experiment. Keep up the great work 👍

We were in London at the weekend and a medium size pinot was between £6 and £8.!!! So a good deal based on that..

I absolutely love spoons simply because no one is being robbed. Green king IPA is £1.99 .Adnams Ghost ship £2.88 in my area. Superb

So glad you went for breakfast there Gary. Hi Gary - One of my favourites and you must try the Italian lunches there. If you want another great breakfast in London, the Regency cafe in Westminster is great food and atmosphere. Enjoy!

Loved the longer review, that breakfast looked dreadful but agree onto another Weatherspoon’s and it could be good. I only ever have the curries there, can not go wrong with them. Look forward to the next vlog.

Hi Gary. Great video, as always. I agree that weatherspoons are fantastic for drinks and prices are tremendous vale (maybe less so in central London). As far as the food is concerned, whilst much of it is ready prepared, there is always the unknown element of who is actually in the kitchen, and I think that's key to the food. Thank you and enjoy the weekend.

excellent to see more and more videos gary, this channel has quickly become my favourite just due to your humble, funny (the jokes must stay🤣) down to earth personality, always a fair review and your enthusiasm is fantastic, must say the mushroom hatred i can definitely behind 😌

Mega review day Gary. Thank you

Well what a day ,a full day of pub grub great review for the cheap we option. 👏❤️🙏🏼

Hi Gary, What a great video. I liked that you tried 3 different Wetherspons in the one day. We also liked your marks and agreed with your scores. I see the disappointment with the egg at breakfast ( I like the hard egg!! but my wife like you likes the eggs soft) and my wife does like the eggs benedict which she said, has always been good. Lunch looked ok too. Ive been to the Victoria one a few times as I used to commute to Victoria, and to be fair the restaurant is always busy, and the food is decent. Must say we thought your curry looked really good on the plate, with the naan bread and popadoms!! Cheers for the reviews again. Really looking forward to your next upload. Have a great rest of the weekend. All the best David & Angela :)

Yet another great review Gary. I never see the issues with Wetherspoons, yes it’s not “top class” food but for what you pay it does the job and always comes out very quickly.

Good honest content here, really enjoyed it. I’ll have a look at your other videos. I always get the wings when I go to Wetherspoons, never disappointed.

Never been in Wetherspoons before, this might be a video treat to see how good they are,. Also Gary , i hope your cameraman has lunch as well 👍👍

Love the buttermilk chicken burger a classic plus spoons is amazing been there hundreds of times. Great video 👍🏼

spoons is a pillar of the community

This video appeared in my feed this morning & having had a Wetherspoons Breakfast or 2 in my time then I had a watch. You summed up the Egg brilliantly. That had been cooked a while ago & sat on a Hot plate. Ive had one Wetherspoons Breakfast in the last 12 months & that was in Doncaster last Dec when I had an hr to wait for a train. It was £4.55 which is cheap but for Doncaster that was expensive. The Breakfast was Ok but was literally a plate up from the Hot plate & go. The Toast was freshly cooked thankfully. Ive not had one since because in Doncaster in Spoons £4.55 is expensive & it shows just how much stuff has gone up because the previous time for doing that was in July 2020. Back in Feb 2020 then I decided to cut all the Wetherspoons Breakfast & Mixed Grills out & just cook myself. I was getting home quicker & cooking better, hot quality food than you get in a Spoons. All the money I would have spent on a Spoons over the last 3 yrs then I spent the money on a £2,000 Gaming PC for Flight Simulator. Far better use of the money :-) Also gave my business to an Independent PC Builder/Store to help them through Covid. as well. I commented about Spoons Breakfast on the Toby Carvery Christmas Video so wont repeat it again but you never actually know what the foods going to be like in a Spoons until U have tried it for the 1st time. Some its great, some its I could have cooked something better at home. Spoons is good for visiting somewhere & U want a cheap meal but these days I tend to choose a better Indian/Thai Restaurant or an Independent Pub we've been too before. More expensive but far better quality. The Friday Fish & Chips has always been good when Ive had it.

Lovely review. Thank you.

Looked good value. A couple could have a meal out without breaking the bank. Give them theirbdue, they have saved some wonderful buildings

Great review Gary. I like Spoons for a drink because of the reasonable prices but have never rated their breakfasts. I mate, who used to work there, told me the breakfast food is pre-made in batches and left in a buffet style holding area in the kitchens. It means customers get their food quickly but most of the time the food is just warm and not fresh.

What an enjoyable video. The pricing at the Leicester Square ‘Spoons is, I think, fair. It’s the West End, after all. Wetherspoon are about undercutting the competition - well that’s an element, at least - and one can only imagine the cost if drinking or dining elsewhere in the locality. The Victoria Station Wetherspoon is pure nostalgia. I’m a Kent lad, so I spent many a moment in there, killing time whilst awaiting my delayed train, ha-ha. There’s also a Wetherspoon just outside the station, where I’d frequent. Keep up the good work.

Love these videos. I'm not too keen on the Wetherspoons breakfasts, but the burgers are always good. Thanks for your content!

On the whole,I was impressed,I have only eaten a few times at spoons,twice I had the double stack beef burger,which was very filling,and another time I tried a pizza,which I must say really impressed me,it tasted really fresh and was cooked to perfection.however back to your breakfast,I really think those eggs should of been scrapped and replaced with two runny yolkers,we eat with our eyes and those eggs were disappointing,really enjoyed this video,well done for eating all that food in one day.👍

Thanks for going to Spoons, I thought apart from the eggs they was nothing wrong with your breakfast the burger looked ok not the best and as for the curry it’s always the best value I’m glad you done a honest review and not slagging Wetherspoons off like a lot of people do I live up in Sunderland and the prices are cheaper 👏👏 👍

I've only just "discovered" you. Doing the obligatory binge watch and sticking the video information in my "travel tips", hoping one day I can get back to GB.

Good honest review with some good production and flow

If you sit near the kitchen you can hear the hypnotic chimes of the microwaves.

That was quite fascinating, presentation at the Victoria Station Weatherspoons looked the best, wonder if their breakfast would have been better?

Good video Gary, enjoyed it very much. I’ve never been to a Wetherspoons before but I would risk a breakfast I think.

Been watching your videos (from Buffalo, NY) a lot lately, as they started popping up when I was watching other food related channels. I find them very relaxing and comforting.

As Always Gary and cameraman a great clip, spooky for a second time with you today as i went to Weatherspoon's also for Lunch with a good friend of mine, had the 10oz Gammon, it was very nice. Agreed with two of you scores today but i think the Beef curry i would of given an 8, im not in London, but i would be hard pressed to get that meal with a Beer at that price up here (oh glad you have joined the Pila rice crowd to) I understand the different prices i must admit, Leister Square is in a very prime spot in central London, i bet the rates are a killer, also its in the congestion zone area, and you won't get people to work there for the minimum wage. Love it if you could try a fish restaurant other than (fish and chips) Best Regards, Chris.

Hi Gary, Callum and Jemima here, hope you’re well - you are looking it! Jemima and I are big Wetherspoons fans and will often visit our local one for a few snacks. We like the starters, as you can get 3 of them for around £12.00! I like the chicken wings, and Jemima is partial to the halloumi fries, we would recommend them to you. We very much enjoyed this video upload from you and are looking forward to the next video upload and will watch it as soon as it comes out. We have also thumbsed up this upload. Take care Gary and speak soon. Callum & Jemima, Oxford

Liked and subbed. Enjoyed the episodes. Keep up the good work gary

Great video really enjoed it. Watched the Harrolds fish and chips one before that. So one extreme to another! Lol 😊.Always think that you can't really go in a wetherspoons. Although they do seem to vary!

Got introduced to Wetherspoons about five years ago for breakfast and always will hold it highly in my estimation for value for money and quality, and they have a fair variety (I'm quite partial to the breakfast wrap). Just discovered your channel today through, you guessed it, the £37 fish and chips 😂 Highly recommend you try Pizza Hut buffet, can be hit and miss depending what restaurant you go to and what clientele is like, so if you happen to come across a children's birthday party you better have a four leaf clover on you 😂

I think you were spot on with the breakfast review. Not great. The chicken burger is not something I would order but I think 7.5 is generous. My local Spoons does a very nice pub style curry and with a pint of bitter it's exceptional value. Yours looked at the same standard as my local. Nice and Spicy. 8 out of 10.

Gary, another good review and ‘Spoons is what it is, great value and always a good place for a cheaper drink. The variation in prices must be due to rent/ lease costs plus local business rates and staffing costs. They generally have good, motivated staff and a wide range of customers. Keep up the good work.

another good honest review again well done There is a place in every town for a Spoons without a doubt

Nice video chap, yes I agree the breakfast looked Okish but the chicken burger and beef madras looked very nice & tasty . As a real ale drinker when I’m back in the Uk I do pop into the odd Weatherspoons they do a good range of cask ales for £2-3 pound a pint 👌👌Keep up the good work Gary...

Lunch would benefit from a side of coldslaw or even beans. Former my choice.

Great idea to do the 3 meals in one day.....really enjoyed the video...Seems like great value in all 3 restaurants

Yes i visited the Victoria Station weatherspoons in May this year and agree with you- The madras is good and hot but the 5 star chilli chicken is almost too hot.The cheapest London Weatherspoons i go yo when in London is the Shepheards Bush one- great prices Enjoyed your review + other reviews😅

Sadly the 'Spoons' where I live in Cornwall closed a while ago and in my opinion it's a big loss to the town. I've been to numerous Spoons over the years and I think they offer great value for money. Your reviews are always worth watching

Breakfast the only thing that was nice was the saugage 😂 lunch that chicken burger 🍔 looked hurted as far as the portion of chips mm the dinner was the most looking the best , thanks for the video any chance of coming to Ireland and give us your reviews 💯

Enjoyable video and a fair set of reviews I think. One thing, the Wetherspoon's wine, included with the meal, is usually the awful stuff out of the tap. Cloudwater Creek I think. I think it's rank wine.

Very enjoyable to watch.

Great vid. I adore spoons. It's cheap, consistent and the service is quick and direct to your table. The quality is surprisingly good these days too - albeit in-keeping with the low price point.

Hi Gary, I had to look twice, a mushroom on your plate? I'll assume you threw it over your left shoulder before tucking in. Eggs like you say, way over-cooked and the bacon under-cooked, looked like someone had taken a bite out of one of the hash browns, checking to see if it was cooked maybe? The lunch time burger looked very dry, with the tomato and onion playing hide and seek. The curry seemed the star of the day, and the pigeon zooming in seemed to be giving its seal of approval. Wetherspoons is what it is, our local has just closed, not a regular, but it will be missed for the occassional meal. Best wishes, great and fair review as always.

Hi Gary, I think the curry and Stella were the best of the day really!

Great reviews and cool you did it in one day 😊

That burger looked dry Gary and the rest i could say about it ! Im in South Tottenham but i come from BOLTON ! Lived here over 25 years and the food prices are so erratic in and around London ! Be good mate 👍👊🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

I'd get rid of the hash browns and have grilled tomatoes or more mushrooms. But fried bread would be alot better. I agree with you the sausages are always on spec.

Really enjoying your videos.just found you today and going to binge watch over the next few days..just wanted to say I love Wetherspoons as there very reasonably priced but there so hit and miss..I’ve had great breakfasts there but some I’ve had have been missing the egg altogether and another came minus the sausage..90% of the time there great but for some unknown reason a few are awefull..I have found tho wherever I’ve been for breakfast the beans are always Luke warm at best…going to watch all your donner kebab ones now..thanks for posting great vids

"Nearly burnt me lips off" 😂😂 Love your videos Gary keep em coming 😊

If you keep this up (the eating), you'll be the Pillsbury dough-boy in no time 😆

Pre-covid I could go in and have lunch with a soft drink for £5-6, but that has almost doubled now. I find Wetherspoons pretty hit or miss. You can go to one and it will not be great, but order the same meal from another and it will be good and three months later that can reversed, probably down to the staff and how diligent they are with the microwaves and fryers etc. I never minded getting a bad one pre-covid at £5-6 a hit, but at £9-11 it gets a bit more disappointing and I am thinknig twice now.

this is possibly the most relaxing channel on youtube, and it makes me hugry! Do some more of the south of uk Gary..

Enjoyed that review 👍🇮🇪

To be fair i dont think you can knock Wetherspoons its very competitive and if you get a good one its basically top value all round great content as usual Gary.

Spoons is okay but it depends on what branch you’re in and who’s cooking at the time it is very hit and miss

My new favourite food review chap

Oh dear I might have to try a Wheatherspoons after watching this, thanks.

(Breakfast)I do like it. Put a dollop of brown sauce and it will lift it. Complete value. Love the gee oil around the curry. A total thumbs up for me👍

Just started watching your channel Gary I normally watch the McMaster but iam enjoying your blogs too sam 😊

My last summer trip back to England from Ireland, I had a drink in that Victoria Station Wetherspoons. Watched Ireland play rugby with the barman from Belfast. I was impressed how it looked inside. A nice respite from the busy train station.

Good review. The curry meal looked excellent. The eggs on the breakfast plate were butchered, they shouldn't have left the kitchen. Very good value though.