Reviewing an EXPENSIVE vs CHEAP BREAKFAST in CENTRAL LONDON!

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  • čas přidán 19. 09. 2023
  • Today is a very different type of video... I asked you whether or not you'd like to see me review another expensive full English breakfast and the majority of you said yes, so I decided to visit the Wolseley in London. However, I also decided to visit a cheaper place so that everyone is happy. A bit of a new format, please let me know what you thought of the video and the food!
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    Which would would you prefer to go to? The Wolseley or the Little Portland Cafe?

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  • @DrFrankLondon
    @DrFrankLondon Před 9 měsíci +91

    The Wolseley is a great experience and all over very high quality, never had breakfast there, but had dinner there several times. Never been to the Portland cafe, but will pay them a visit as soon as possible to have a full English, been a while. Great concept and great reviews as always, Gary. Keep up the fabulous work you guys are doing. 😀

    • @chrisnewell2107
      @chrisnewell2107 Před 9 měsíci +10

      The Wolseley was a world-famous car dealership, then became a renowned branch of Barclays bank and now serves overpriced breakfasts because the Ritz is next door.

    • @patrickbrett1552
      @patrickbrett1552 Před 9 měsíci +5

      @@chrisnewell2107 putting on the Ritz.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +5

      Really appreciate that my friend, your comments are always much appreciated. Have a great week!
      Glad you enjoyed the Wolseley as much as I did!

    • @xarisstylianou
      @xarisstylianou Před 9 měsíci +6

      By the looks it's not for me
      The sausage is overrated and just half a bloody tomato the eggs are too freash also not excluding the tea
      Before I forget were is the toast ???

    • @noodles341
      @noodles341 Před 7 měsíci

      ​@@xarisstylianou😂😂🤣🤣🐑🐑🐑

  • @user-zx1pc9eq8w
    @user-zx1pc9eq8w Před 8 měsíci +104

    I would go for the Portland Cafe simply because I like supporting small businesses that operate on a tiny profit margin. Times are hard for these small business owners and they always hope their great prices and high quality bring in loyal customers.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci +13

      Very good point and I would agree with you :)

    • @WaferBrik
      @WaferBrik Před 6 měsíci +3

      Well said!

    • @murphyandmurphybrand
      @murphyandmurphybrand Před 6 měsíci +2

      Id say it’s all relative. Paying for that location, the chefs, the quality waiting staff, the ingredients.

    • @seanfolan1730
      @seanfolan1730 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Portland cafe is very good been there a few times 👌🏻

    • @plummet3860
      @plummet3860 Před 5 měsíci +1

      tiny profit margin? they are selling £1.50 worth of food for £7.50

  • @peaceLove1988
    @peaceLove1988 Před 9 měsíci +69

    The little Portland cafe is a real gem. What a bargain.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +6

      Fantastic little place.

    • @plummet3860
      @plummet3860 Před 5 měsíci

      I think me and you have different views regarding a bargain

  • @lesleyfarrington4809
    @lesleyfarrington4809 Před 8 měsíci +42

    Was going to say the Wolseley price wasn't too bad for the experience until I realised you had to pay so much for the tea, no toast and the service charge. The Portland sounded fantastic value for such good food.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci +3

      Spot on Lesley.

    • @grangetowncardiff6935
      @grangetowncardiff6935 Před 6 měsíci +4

      15% service charge is ,quite simply, robbery. Just be honest and put your prices up. What charlatans!!

    • @chrisw138
      @chrisw138 Před 6 měsíci +3

      Yeah, I bet the staff don't get 15% of the takings.

  • @phbrinsden
    @phbrinsden Před 7 měsíci +23

    As a Brit in Texas I don’t miss a chance for a full English. One of the very best I have ever had was in the United Airlines lounge at Heathrow. I had time to burn so I went to the lounge with my pass and I was astonished to see everything for a full English laid out buffet style. You could have whatever you want and it was all fresh and piping hot.
    Needless to say the next meal offered in flight was given a pass as I was stuffed!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 6 měsíci +2

      Wow. I might have to do that if I end up in the States!

    • @kevinrakow380
      @kevinrakow380 Před 5 měsíci +1

      I have been to a lot of United lounges globally and the one at Heathrow is the best. Sort of surprised that it is the best English you have had there but it is an excellent lounge.

  • @FRAG1979
    @FRAG1979 Před 7 měsíci +24

    I remember when I first moved to London and was looking for a fry up one day. Came across the Portland cafe and it was magical. Was sat beside three old jewish ladies down the back who were eating bowls of custard covered sponge! The fry was amazing, best black pudding I've ever had in London!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +3

      It's a lovely cafe isn't it?

  • @scarlett918
    @scarlett918 Před 9 měsíci +35

    I loved the ambience and deco of the Wolseley, but the price was too high. The breakfast itself looked superb and of high quality. Maybe a special treat would take me there for breakfast. The Portland seemed to be a nice cosy little cafe, the breakfast a standard decent one. You are right, the Wolseley put Harrods to shame. Sort your breakfasts out Harrods!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Fair enough and I completely agree with you. Harrods... wow. So poor. Thanks for watching!

  • @kerrys5540
    @kerrys5540 Před 9 měsíci +107

    Being a Midlands girl I can't justify the price at the hotel. Obviously the produce is great quality but £23 for an expensive sausage, black pudding and eggs is a lot. I thought the tea would be included 😅. At that price I would want to take one of the "condiments" home with me.

    • @jamesprice4647
      @jamesprice4647 Před 9 měsíci +6

      You are paying to be there - are people in the Midlands not keen on the occasional splurge?

    • @kerrys5540
      @kerrys5540 Před 9 měsíci +26

      @@jamesprice4647 not at that price lol. I get you are paying for the ambiance and prestige but to not get a cuppa included either I thought was expensive. The beans and half a tomato are pence. A sausage and 2 eggs and few streaky bacon cost £23. I'm sure it was delicious but in my opinion too expensive for meal served. ...yes Midlanders are scrooges haha

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +10

      That's a fair comment. I don't usually go to places the Woseley - it's strictly for content only haha. Thanks for watching!

    • @kerrys5540
      @kerrys5540 Před 9 měsíci +4

      @@GaryEats It's great that you went there and dine at a variety of places. I love watching all kinds. It would be boring if you just did posh or cheap 🙂

    • @samjones4323
      @samjones4323 Před 9 měsíci +5

      Ur right love anyone that pays that is nuts 🥜

  • @sheilam4525
    @sheilam4525 Před 9 měsíci +53

    That was a very expensive breakfast, Gary, but there was no doubting the quality and the overall ambiance. However, it would be the small cafe for me every time!😊

    • @jamesprice4647
      @jamesprice4647 Před 9 měsíci +4

      Like having a drink on St Mark's Square you are paying for an aesthetic experience in the Wolseley.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      No problem Sheila... same for me as well!

    • @heidifogelberg3544
      @heidifogelberg3544 Před 6 měsíci +3

      ​@jamesprice4647 You remind me of a visit to Venice with my mom about 5 years before she died. She'd had very little chance to travel outside the US and really wanted to enjoy it. There was a gelateria on St Mark's with tables set out in the plaza. We were urged by multiple people not to waste our money (as gelatto could be bought from the same shop for carry and eat MUCH more cheaply). But she wanted to sit and enjoy being where she was. We got an ice cream concoction that came on a silver tray, with multiple lavish dishes containing whipped cream (not the spray-can sort, but cream, whipped with sugar and vanilla), cherry sauce, chocolate sauce, and additional crumbled cookies to sprinkle over as we progressed through the really very impressive amount of completely delicious vanilla and cherry gelattos. I ordered a glass of prosecco, because vacation, and she had a bottle of sparkling water. Including the service charge, about which the waiter was very apologetic and concerned that we were aware, we spent around 40 euros. Best money I spent that trip. I can still see mom sitting there, smiling and listening (half understanding, because accent) to that wonderfully kind young waiter telling her about the history of the square, and eating her gelatto. I had to help her, and then my sister and niece came along to tell us how we could have spent less at the counter. We absolutely could have. But I have the memory of that hour in St Mark's when mom was happy and enjoying the big world, feeding cookie crumbs to the pigeons, and I would do it again every time.

  • @pepsipac1695
    @pepsipac1695 Před 9 měsíci +16

    You should of asked the guy in the cafe eyeballing the cameraman his opinion of the breakfast 😂

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +5

      The cameraman told me about this afterwards... he better not be trying to poach him away from me. Haha, thanks for watching!

  • @nigel8499
    @nigel8499 Před 9 měsíci +15

    Personally I wouldn't pay £23 for a breakfast, but I understand why people would. Breathtakingly beautiful building and quality ingredients.
    Nice for special occasions so I'd pick the café as my go to.... and the posh place for Weddings, funerals and bar mitsfas. Lol

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +4

      I agree, Nigel. It's not something I would do normally but I love bringing these types of videos to you all and it's a good experience nonetheless. Haha, thanks for watching!

    • @jamesdobson5022
      @jamesdobson5022 Před měsícem

      Bar mitzvah’s !!! Oi veh !!!

  • @stephaniewhite9526
    @stephaniewhite9526 Před 9 měsíci +16

    What I really enjoy about your videos is how you make the content so interesting and leave it to us to help you decide too. I'd enjoy both breakfasts but just on the strength of value, the Portland Cafe looked a really nice breakfast for Central London. Thank you for all the great videos.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      I appreciate your kind comments as always Stephanie. Completely agree with your assessment as well, thank you so much.

    • @adrianpoole9201
      @adrianpoole9201 Před 8 měsíci +2

      I couldn't have said it better myself.

  • @dazza9448
    @dazza9448 Před 7 měsíci +51

    That guy behind you is absolutely mesmerised by the fact you’re being filmed eating a breakfast 😂

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +10

      Lol I noticed that as well.

    • @lilcoffeebandit
      @lilcoffeebandit Před 6 měsíci +10

      that was so funny, i became mesmerised by the mesmerised guy

    • @RLJIM
      @RLJIM Před 5 měsíci +7

      You don't get those folk in the Wolseley

    • @catificationcorner
      @catificationcorner Před 3 měsíci

      @@RLJIM unnecessary. Times have changed.

    • @leighmac1625
      @leighmac1625 Před 2 měsíci

      @@catificationcornernot for the better

  • @nickbarnes9340
    @nickbarnes9340 Před 9 měsíci +26

    Little Portland cafe seems amazing value especially in an expensive part of London.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +5

      It's exceptional value. Could have got a huge breakfast for 8.50... excellent cafe.

  • @StephenH-ms9og
    @StephenH-ms9og Před 8 měsíci +7

    I couldn’t justify the price at the Wolseley. I’d feel more comfortable at the Portland both with the surroundings and quality/price. Impressed with the sauces and the Cumberland sausage.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Completely agree with you!

  • @miacat1727
    @miacat1727 Před 7 měsíci +10

    Can't compare when you only pick a small breakfast, if you couldn't manage a full breakfast then don't eat the same in one day. Unfair contest from the start. But I'd pick the cheap option full breakfast, it looked much nicer & came with toast & proper bacon.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Already been addressed. Thanks for watching!

    • @samtaholo
      @samtaholo Před 5 měsíci

      Agreed - the Portland Cafe was always going to suffer due to the 'second breakfast' setup. Appetite is a crucial factor in this sort of review.

  • @ChristopherRobertHarris
    @ChristopherRobertHarris Před 9 měsíci +19

    The poached eggs looked like perfection to be honest.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      They were pretty spot on. Thanks for watching!

    • @DerrickWhittle-mm7jz
      @DerrickWhittle-mm7jz Před 9 měsíci +2

      Looked so round and looked it up extra step of service and expenpertise.

    • @ritadonnelly8820
      @ritadonnelly8820 Před 2 měsíci

      breakfast look like shit

  • @kevincallaghan326
    @kevincallaghan326 Před 7 měsíci +54

    Why doesn't the Wolseley serve toast with their full breakfast? I can't imagine not wanting toast - and butter - with this delicious-looking breakfast!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +21

      I thought that was a bit mean as well.

    • @moorenicola6264
      @moorenicola6264 Před 6 měsíci +9

      What on earth?! I thought the toast must have been off camera! You can't have a fry without toast!

    • @sbender3787
      @sbender3787 Před 6 měsíci +7

      I wondered this also. No toast to dip in your yolk?

    • @joshthomas9330
      @joshthomas9330 Před 6 měsíci +4

      They do its an extra 14.99

    • @moorenicola6264
      @moorenicola6264 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@joshthomas9330 Stop! Surely nobody could charge 15 quid for toast!

  • @jay-lm4we
    @jay-lm4we Před 9 měsíci +8

    The expensive one for a treat every now and again but that second place would be where I'd be eating most of the time 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +3

      Completely agree. Thanks for watching!

  • @leeirvine1784
    @leeirvine1784 Před 9 měsíci +24

    I was very impressed with the Breakfast at the Little Portland Cafe, also big thumbs up for not using normal (dreadful) catering sausage!!

    • @andrewroberts4736
      @andrewroberts4736 Před 9 měsíci +4

      The sausage defines the quality of the breakfast in my opinion. As soon as you see the catering chip shop sausage, I'm just not a fan.

    • @leeirvine1784
      @leeirvine1784 Před 9 měsíci

      @@andrewroberts4736 It’s dreadful isn’t it!!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Completely agree. Lovely little cafe and I will be going back!

    • @pamelareynolds3581
      @pamelareynolds3581 Před 7 měsíci

      Everything looks absolutely amazing. Enjoy my taste buds are going crazy.

  • @user-md3iw4mi7z
    @user-md3iw4mi7z Před 7 měsíci +6

    We need more corner cafes but it is good for you to live it up .. and see what we Are missing 😊

  • @maximiliantiberiusvondavos3415
    @maximiliantiberiusvondavos3415 Před 9 měsíci +7

    I’d would have preferred you did the two on different days. And spent an extra £1

    • @championwade6172
      @championwade6172 Před 7 měsíci

      I agree bro felt like you couldn’t really judge it not being the full breakfast at the second cafe

  • @tomawen5916
    @tomawen5916 Před 6 měsíci +6

    Love the review! In the States I have to make my own English breakfast. So fried eggs, beans, (Canadian) bacon (but my son prefers American smoked bacon), big sausage(s), cooked tomatoes, mushrooms but everyone wants more hash browns/fried potatoes instead of mushrooms or tomatoes. And no one wants tea or black pudding...except me (then again I was born in Canada and raised properly until we headed south in the 1970's)

  • @robertleach9120
    @robertleach9120 Před 9 měsíci +11

    Hello Gary. Both places had quality breakfasts in their own way. However, being a Yorkshireman, I'd opt for the Little Portland Cafe as it was still quality at a much cheaper price. The Wolseley ('ow much for a bacon roll??) would still be a good experience for the ambience and quality breakfast (maybe once). Our best experience when we were in the UK was the Regency Cafe as I've mentioned before. Iconic ! I am amazed that you managed 2 breakfasts though ! PS - does the cameraman get fed on your videos? (LOL). I must say English breakfasts far outdo the ones here. Loving your channel & keep up the good work !

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      I think that's completely fair Robert. The Portland Cafe was a lovely little place and I would highly recommend giving it a try when you're next in London. Thanks as always and have a good week!

    • @Gius3pp3K
      @Gius3pp3K Před měsícem

      Yorkshiremen have short arms and deep pockets 😂

  • @retrogamedreamer8761
    @retrogamedreamer8761 Před 9 měsíci +19

    The Wolseley is a modern classic. Sometimes it’s difficult to imagine it hasn’t been there for 100 years. When I lived in London, it was a perfect place for a business breakfast meeting or a special lunch/dinner with loved ones and friends. You were rarely disappointed. I remember coming in there one day after the artist Lucian Freud passed away (he was a regular), they had one table with a black table cloth and a single candle burning all day in his memory. Pure class.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      I love the history side of London. A big reason why I chose the Wolseley. Excellent location and thanks for watching!

    • @jeffreyroberts7438
      @jeffreyroberts7438 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Lucian Freud could definitely afford it there😂

  • @andrewroberts4736
    @andrewroberts4736 Před 9 měsíci +11

    Another successful and interesting review. I would have gone for the Wolseley. I love streaky bacon and a good real black pudding. I would like a nice fried slice for the eggs to sit on!!
    I would have expected the tea to be included.
    Keep up the great work.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you Andrew once again. Really appreciate it! The Wolseley location was incredibly nice as well.

  • @donaldduncan6017
    @donaldduncan6017 Před 9 měsíci +5

    What a catchphrase LETS GIVE IT A GO!!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you. Been saying it all my life!!

  • @dianasullivan3285
    @dianasullivan3285 Před 8 měsíci +5

    Yes the cafe breakfast looks nice, I like the bacon much better than that horrible streaky in the posh restaurant, I like streaky but for me it's got to be crispy, much nicer breakfast in the cafe

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci

      I also much prefer back bacon. I've never been a fan of streaky bacon!

  • @michaelvrabel4517
    @michaelvrabel4517 Před 9 měsíci +6

    what a good idea gary , to compare the two venues.they both looked like a good breakfast .but because of the price at the wolseley that would have to be a treat.the portland looked good value and as a working class lad , that would be my choice .keep up the good work gary .

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you Michael... really appreciate that. I can't disagree with your choice either!

  • @patrickbrett1552
    @patrickbrett1552 Před 9 měsíci +5

    The cheaper breakfast looked just as good, if not better. Cannot justify the price difference. Still, if you're rich you pay for the ambience (no poor people).

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Fair comment. Luckily, I only do places like the Wolseley for content otherwise my wallet would be screaming at me!

    • @patrickbrett1552
      @patrickbrett1552 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@GaryEats Thanks. I like nice places too, I just wanted to be clear on my reaction. Please keep up the good work. Love the show.

  • @alanthomson1227
    @alanthomson1227 Před 9 měsíci +11

    Looked really nice , I would have thought the tea strainer would have been turned while pouring and then turned back to catch any drips after pour stoped .

    • @martinlove7073
      @martinlove7073 Před 9 měsíci +2

      😂

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      It was lovely. The tea was good... even if I didn't know how to properly work the thing!

    • @AM-qp2wx
      @AM-qp2wx Před 7 měsíci +2

      Yes, Alan.....I had a giggle as well! He'll know next time!

  • @johnbluett6079
    @johnbluett6079 Před 8 měsíci +3

    For most folks who want a cheap breaky got to be your second choice.. Got to be sausage , bacon beans, black pudding, mushrooms,.GOT TO BE TINNED TOMATOES AND FRIED BREAD. Not sure where hash browns sneaked in

  • @joebarrett4353
    @joebarrett4353 Před 7 měsíci +7

    The bacon in the caff looked far superior to the bacon in the Wolseley

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Fair comment Joe. I prefer back bacon also!

  • @fionacotter4287
    @fionacotter4287 Před 8 měsíci +7

    Wish you had tried the bubble! Food looked lovely at the Wolesley but a shame it didn’t come with either fried bread, toast or at least bread and butter for the price. Hubby Joe would have loved the black pud!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Will try the bubble next time. Had lots of people telling me that I need to have more bubble!

  • @nicholasfarrer1032
    @nicholasfarrer1032 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I loved the 2nd breakfast you had , the cup of tea looked huge too & brown sauce is a must with a full english another excellent video 😊👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you Nicholas :)

  • @wanderlusting2560
    @wanderlusting2560 Před měsícem

    Can't wait to visit in a couple of weeks, for sure I will be stopping by the little Portland Cafe. Thank you Gary for finding this gem

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před měsícem +1

      This is definitely worth a visit

  • @navidbutt-inflammationwiza1983
    @navidbutt-inflammationwiza1983 Před 9 měsíci +4

    The first time I saw The Wolseley Breakfast I thought, 'now that's more like it'. Definitely pricey though. But, hey! I'd go there just the once for the experience. Good Comparison video!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you! Yep, the W was lovely.

  • @petersmithson4644
    @petersmithson4644 Před 9 měsíci +5

    Boiled eggs with their shells off.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thanks for watching Peter.

  • @mistersmithson4321
    @mistersmithson4321 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Man such quality content for such a small channel, so happy youtube recommended your channel to me, I love watching your videos.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Welcome aboard! Extremely kind words - thank you.

  • @kevin85858
    @kevin85858 Před 7 měsíci +2

    They are worlds apart , definitely the cafe if just out for a Friday breakfast with the lads from work .Now if I was down in London for a weekend with my other half we,d find the Wolseley a memorable treat , You pay for the service and the ambience , the cafe looked good but hey a mug of tea or delivered in fancy silverware .Another entertaining video Gary.

  • @johnmccormack4498
    @johnmccormack4498 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Watching the poached eggs I'd give my left arm to know how they cooked it to that shape and to perfection. You'd have to give the first place a whirl at least once but fir me you can't beat a decent caff just like the one you visited. Lovely.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Completely agree John. I could never get them like that either. Looking forward to what Dublin has to offer in the form of breakfasts when I'm there soon.

    • @johnmccormack4498
      @johnmccormack4498 Před 9 měsíci

      Looking forward to it Gary!

    • @maggieso1582
      @maggieso1582 Před 6 měsíci +1

      You get some eggs and prepare an ice water bath. Leave eggs out for 1 min. Bring water to a boil and put the eggs in for around 7.5-8 mins (my estimate is based on how runny it looks in your vid). Then take the eggs out and leave in ice bath for around 4 mins for them to cool. Then you can eat or store in the fridge. The timing can vary depending on number of eggs, the type of pot, how hot/cold the water is, so you can experiment and tweak. The theory is basically you cook the eggs to the desired consistency and then immediately cool it to stop it from cooking further. Much cheaper, but do use high quality eggs as you are eating them semi-raw!

  • @user-ju6ud4go6b
    @user-ju6ud4go6b Před 9 měsíci +3

    For the experience the Wolsey was very nice - breakfast well cooked -nice surroundings. Expensive though. The cafe was ordinary nice breakfast but very much cheaper. Again it depends what you want in life - but its the food you go to eat not the surroundings. Interesting to see the differences.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Totally agree! Just a video to showcase the difference and also to show that the price point is based on location not food as both were great!

  • @peternelson6142
    @peternelson6142 Před 9 měsíci

    Great reviews! Its the Little Portland Cafe for me!
    Will definitely go!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Hope you enjoy it and thank you!

  • @hugosbalder6139
    @hugosbalder6139 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Love english breakfast, I prepare it often for my kids. Like your videos much, funny insight in english dining culture, sometimes scary, everytime quality time!!!!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for watching and very kind of you :)

  • @mollybrown465
    @mollybrown465 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I've had a lovely breakfast in London. It costs about £12. It's in Baker Street on the corner downstairs looking across at Madame Tussaud's That includes tea/coffee and toast

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Do you have the name of that Molly? Thanks for watching!

    • @mollybrown465
      @mollybrown465 Před 9 měsíci

      @@GaryEats no sorry I don't know the name of it. It's the opposite end to the tube station, and the entrance is directly opposite the side of Tussaud's. They've usually got tables outside then the restaurant is downstairs. The choice of food is really good. I've had breakfast there every time I stay up

  • @yogihaughton
    @yogihaughton Před 7 měsíci +4

    Essential on a breakfast is a potato dish, hash brown, potato cake/scone etc. You should let us know if eggs are free range or caged, as some of us don’t like eating caged hens eggs.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Fair comment!

    • @jokermaan1
      @jokermaan1 Před 7 měsíci

      Not on a traditional English. Especially the American hash brown.

  • @oliverdots
    @oliverdots Před 9 měsíci

    Love your posts. Thank you.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      You are very welcome and I really appreciate that!

  • @Dunco3550
    @Dunco3550 Před 26 dny +1

    Very suprising to find such a good value cafe in such an expensive part of London. I bet the owners are rubbing their hands together in anticipation of an even bigger increase in Big Breakfast sales! 👐 💯 👍

  • @theseeker3771
    @theseeker3771 Před 9 měsíci +4

    It's all about the sausage. A cheap breakfast is always going to show itself by its poor quality sausage. Got to be lincolnshire sausage, Best sausages you can get. I think the second breakfast sausage looked dodgy didn't look like a Cumberland sausage more like some kind of Walls processed rubbish. Better off with a Wetherspoons.

    • @jamesprice4647
      @jamesprice4647 Před 9 měsíci

      'spoons? Noooooooooo.

    • @theseeker3771
      @theseeker3771 Před 9 měsíci

      Yeah ok they're rubbish.... but very occasionally you get a good breakfast there...if you're particularly hung over or haven't eaten for three days.@@jamesprice4647

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Fair comment. I do agree with you on the sausage part, have to say that the sausage from Little Portland was really good. I don't think it was a catering sausage. Thanks for watching!

  • @jshaers96
    @jshaers96 Před 9 měsíci +21

    Poached eggs with a Full English is unspeakable villainy. This is no time to be worrying about the healthy option. And for that price you'd think they'd throw in a whole tomato.

    • @edmunddantes4757
      @edmunddantes4757 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Poached eggs rule!

    • @ItzDylanM
      @ItzDylanM Před 9 měsíci +2

      ​@edmunddantes4757 agreed.. but not in a full English they don't

    • @geordiejones2
      @geordiejones2 Před 9 měsíci +2

      Oh villainy, look at you with the big words 🤣🤣

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Agree to disagree on that one, I love poached eggs with a full English!

    • @johnmc3862
      @johnmc3862 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Unspeakable Villiany eh! 😂

  • @Lukehutton123
    @Lukehutton123 Před 9 měsíci

    They both look lovely breakfast nice video to do both places hopefully you keeping well see you on the next video can't wait

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you Luke - really appreciate that. Thanks for watching!

  • @nfisher6502
    @nfisher6502 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I love watching your videos. Keep up the good work. For me the worsley for a special occasion/ treat. The Portland looked a more relaxing place to eat and great value for money.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci

      Ah that’s much appreciated my friend, glad you like them.

  • @MDGolfaddict
    @MDGolfaddict Před 9 měsíci +6

    A great Vid Gary. The Wolseley looked a league above to that abysmal effort at Harrods. I never eat in the famous department stores restaurants as find them overpriced and lesser quality than say a restaurant around the corner a few seconds walk away

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Yes it was and I completely agree with you. I've been told to go back to Harrods to try their fish and chips... probably give it a miss!

    • @MDGolfaddict
      @MDGolfaddict Před 9 měsíci

      @@GaryEats definitely give it a miss, Poppies is best Fish & Chips I’ve had in London. Better up North though being a Derbyshire native😉

  • @paulg0170
    @paulg0170 Před 9 měsíci +3

    No toast?

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      No toast. Didn't come with the breakfast... an extra £5.50.

  • @uglenddalejones2
    @uglenddalejones2 Před 9 měsíci

    *Outstanding Breakfast Comparison of the Expensive v Cheaper Choices in London 👌🙌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻*
    I agree.everyday value,definitely the cafe- I would equally enjoy this place.
    But,for a treat- definitely the Worsley .
    When in town for a few days,I would like to try out the both. Awesome watching,really handy to know thank you

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thanks for watching and I appreciate your kind comments!

  • @europa2000man
    @europa2000man Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great video as always. These videos always makes me hungry. Also, as my mother and I always say, you can’t have a fry up without the brown sauce. If you do come to Ireland sometime, you should try the Chef Brown Sauce with a fry up here. It’s the Irish brown sauce.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 5 měsíci

      Great to hear. Can't wait to come over.

  • @stuartallen8310
    @stuartallen8310 Před 9 měsíci +3

    For m the wolseley

    • @darrengordon-hill
      @darrengordon-hill Před 9 měsíci

      2nd cafe lost me with the beans!!
      They look dry/hard and the sauce looks thin.
      And the egg don't look great.
      And there ain't much to look at

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Excellent quality of food and the venue was beautiful. A treat once in a while!

    • @stuartallen8310
      @stuartallen8310 Před 9 měsíci

      I used to supply it with organic eggs from. Happy chickens

  • @palace1439
    @palace1439 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Nice looking sausage and bacon at the Portland. Just round the corner from where I use to work over 25 years ago. Nice to see toast and tea included for a change.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Portland is excellent. Highly recommend it Palace. Thanks for watching :)

  • @hannanrahman3648
    @hannanrahman3648 Před 6 měsíci

    Love the vlogs keep on doing them you show the people that even if it’s cheap it can why better then the most expensive thanks

  • @andrewmartin2761
    @andrewmartin2761 Před 6 měsíci

    Really enjoyed listening to you and seeing quality food . Made me feel hungry.

  • @monro2159
    @monro2159 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I love going out to breakfast, it's my favourite meal and the Wolseley looked tremendous. It's all about the ingredients and ambience at that price level. The sausage black pudding is such a great idea, but it has to be good quality in the Lancashire league and looks like it really hit the spot for you! So, I would love to go to the Wolseley once every three months and then the Portland the rest of the time. The Portland looked like a real family restaurant that cared about what they were serving. Two breakfasts in the same day? You had the same shirt on, you must have been totally stuffed!! Also, your dedicated cameraperson (him/her?) is really developing a great style with the coverage. It's upholding the unique quality you have as a host, but also savouring the journey though the plate you have been served. Congratulations! By the way, does the cameraperson ever get to eat as well, you've probably been asked this before!?

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Lovely assessment and I agree with you entirely. I had two breakfasts in one day, I had to waddle on the journey home. For future video, I will do them both on separate days for a more fair comparison. That's very kind of you Monro, I will pass your comments onto the cameraman (it's a him) and I really appreciate your thoughtful message. He does eat from time to time but tends to leave it when it's a bit more difficult to eat and film! Thanks for watching!

  • @joecotter9014
    @joecotter9014 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Good to see a £ comparison Gary - If I was simply hungry one morning in that area I'd go for the Portland, down to earth and decent value, however if i wanted to treat myself (and the Mrs) then i would definitely consider the Wolseley just for the surroundings alone. I'd probably have a hangover from the night before so wouldn't care too much about the £ there.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Thanks Joe! Hope you're keeping well mate. Haha deffo.

  • @Burrocannival
    @Burrocannival Před 4 měsíci

    Lovely breakfast, Thanks Gary ❤🙏🇬🇧

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      You're more than welcome

  • @robertsims1427
    @robertsims1427 Před 7 měsíci

    Another good video Gary, I have only just come across your channel and I'm really enjoying the videos.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Lovely to hear Robert. Thanks for watching!

  • @send2gl
    @send2gl Před 7 měsíci

    Fascinating that you had two breakfasts and even enjoyed the second one. The cafe would be my choice. The Corner Cafe by the railway bridge on Lambeth Road was one I used to frequent some years back. Can get busy but turnover quick. That could be one for you to try.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I didn't feel so great afterwards mate. I'll take a look at that, thank you!

  • @johnm6683
    @johnm6683 Před 6 měsíci

    The Wolseley is one of my favorites in London. I always go for breakfast when I’m over. You can get a good fry up anywhere - should’ve ordered the devilled kidneys. An absolutely delicious, old school, hearty British breakfast. I get them every time. I like that the tea is a good old fashioned silver service too.
    The only downside is there are a lot of business meetings over breakfast - you have to listen to so much b.s. around you.
    Thanks for the videos.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 6 měsíci

      Loved the ambience at the Wolseley.

  • @murtaghj
    @murtaghj Před 6 měsíci

    Great video this. You are funny. Love it. As said on a previous comment of mine to a previous video, you're In my top three CZcams food reviewers. Class. Keep on Gary, we need ya

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 6 měsíci

      Wow, thanks! All the best 😊

  • @ivanchelsea2110
    @ivanchelsea2110 Před 2 měsíci

    Love it, good job Sir, with respect from New Jersey, USA.

  • @seantynan1
    @seantynan1 Před 7 měsíci +2

    The common breakfast, enjoyed across the British Isles, is the best breakfast. Egypt have a similar thing, ful medames, but beans are essential.

  • @georgefarrington895
    @georgefarrington895 Před 9 měsíci

    Something good to be said about both places. I could enjoy both .

  • @jimrichardson5849
    @jimrichardson5849 Před 7 měsíci

    Enjoyed this as usual ….well done Gary . I would have to sprinkle some white pepper on the beans 🤣👍. Looking forward to the next review. 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks Jim. Glad you're enjoying it! 👍

  • @sallyjones4557
    @sallyjones4557 Před 4 měsíci

    The Wolseley looks incredible!!! those poached eggs ! and of course the ambiance

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Best poached eggs I’ve ever had, Sally

  • @Oscarspaw1971
    @Oscarspaw1971 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I would of picked the Portland, reason being fantastic value for money with quality ingredients. Also looks a nice cost place to go. Wolsely looked very fancy and the food looked amazing but again with this current climate Portland offer so much for your money. Good review👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Good choice and thank you very much. Have a great week.

  • @johncorner9295
    @johncorner9295 Před 9 měsíci

    Nice place nice breakfast. What more do you want...😊 good luck..

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you 😋 and I completely agree!

  • @andyhibbert842
    @andyhibbert842 Před 9 měsíci +2

    hi gary, both looked good but i would go to cafe anytime, good content as usual.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      You and me both! The café was excellent and the owners are very friendly as well.

  • @andysaunders3708
    @andysaunders3708 Před 5 měsíci

    As long as you enjoyed it, Gary, I'm happy for you.
    Black pudding is missing from the shelves of any NZ supermarkets I've visited recently, along with liverwurst.

  • @chrisnewell2107
    @chrisnewell2107 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Bodywarmer off = Posh food
    Bodywarmer on = Working class food.
    Love it 😂

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      😁 Laughed out loud. I didn't even notice myself doing it!

  • @stevekershaw6117
    @stevekershaw6117 Před 2 měsíci

    Great video as ever Gary.
    Defo going to treat myself to the Wolseley.
    Keep up the good work.
    Steve

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 2 měsíci

      It’s absolutely stunning inside and worth a visit for sure

  • @lisathorburn337
    @lisathorburn337 Před 7 měsíci

    Looks lovely. Tea strainer lesson needed, tilt slightly to the side. The base is for resting.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci

      Definitely needed Lisa!

  • @mousquetaire86
    @mousquetaire86 Před 7 měsíci +1

    In between cheap and expensive, there are some really good mid-range options for breakfast/brunch you could try: Caravan, The Riding House Cafe, The Table (Southwark), Sunday (Barnsbury), just to name a few.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you David. I'm on the hunt for a new cafe to review next week!

  • @timothywigmore952
    @timothywigmore952 Před 9 měsíci

    Keep up the great work!!!

  • @robertcreighton4635
    @robertcreighton4635 Před 9 měsíci

    Haven't had a full English for ages. After watching you eat I really need one

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you Robert... go and grab yourself one this week!

  • @MrVxrman
    @MrVxrman Před 4 měsíci

    The wolseley is very high end and for nearly thirty odd quid it should be.
    The Portland cafe seems very good and serves you a good meal at a very reasonable price.
    Thanks for sharing Gary
    ☕👍

  • @paulashford4155
    @paulashford4155 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Greetings from Wales. I love London, and I was relieved the expensive place was good and did not suck. The second place was awesome for the money.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Hello Paul. All the best mate.

  • @jamesprice4647
    @jamesprice4647 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Really enjoying your movies. The art-deco design of the Wolseley is exquisite. Former car showroom. Suggest you do cocktails and nibbles in Duke's Hotel nearby.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Great suggestion and thank you. The deco is incredible.

  • @chriswoolley3747
    @chriswoolley3747 Před 2 měsíci

    Only just found you recently on CZcams, love all your reviews Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 2 měsíci +1

      That’s very kind Chris and I really appreciate you subscribing, watching and commenting it so really appreciated

  • @Rythsi300
    @Rythsi300 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I liked the proper bacon at the cafe. The streaky bacon is catering to tourists at the Ritz who won’t understand what proper British bacon is - you don’t see bacon like that outside the UK.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Agreed.

    • @kenmay1572
      @kenmay1572 Před 6 měsíci

      I had difficulty getting English (Danish) bacon in Denmark. Over the water it's all streaky bacon not our traditional back bacon.

  • @herberthartwig8544
    @herberthartwig8544 Před 8 měsíci +1

    New Subscriber Gary, enjoyed watching this but as a pensioner I would have too use the Portland, will catch up with your other videos at my leisure 👍👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 8 měsíci

      Thanks for subbing! Really glad you're enjoying my videos!

  • @simonjones7766
    @simonjones7766 Před 9 měsíci

    Great comparison gary.....for me its a no brainer,the portland cafe all day long! If i worked in central london i would be in there every day! 😁

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      That's a fair comment Simon and I also agree with you :)

  • @user-lz4wj6cd8y
    @user-lz4wj6cd8y Před 9 měsíci +2

    Was a very expensive breakfast Gary , but the quality was there ,but for me is the little Portland cafe great videos x

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci

      Totally agree and thank you so much.

  • @brendan904
    @brendan904 Před 9 měsíci

    First of all, Alan sends his congratulations on your mastery of the sports casual look. Secondly, I enjoyed your rotund collaborator clowning you from behind relentlessly throughout

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      To whoever Alan is... thank you... I think. Secondly, I was told he was staring intently afterwards... might be camera shy. Cheers.

    • @brendan904
      @brendan904 Před 9 měsíci

      @@GaryEats it's a real compliment coming from Alan. That guy should become your wingman, have him sat behind you in all your videos

  • @schrodingerscat1863
    @schrodingerscat1863 Před 7 měsíci +1

    When I worked in Mayfair I used to have a lot of business lunches and breakfasts at the Wolseley, really loved eating there. Great food, excellent service and overall a very nice restaurant plus considering it's location actually not that expensive.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci

      I really liked the Wolseley.

    • @twentyrothmans7308
      @twentyrothmans7308 Před 6 měsíci

      Spot on.
      I do hate the creep of the service charge, though.

  • @Bessie66
    @Bessie66 Před 7 měsíci

    Second time I’ve watched your videos today (Heston fish and chips). YT recommendation - new sub here! Great videos 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci

      Welcome aboard Bessie. Glad you’re liking the videos! 😊

  • @arthurkettle3010
    @arthurkettle3010 Před 5 měsíci

    Second one all day for me! ...looked an absolute winner that little gaff...👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 5 měsíci

      No argument there Arthur 👍

  • @nazirkhalifa5377
    @nazirkhalifa5377 Před 3 měsíci

    ❤ these reviews.👍

  • @geoffjoffy
    @geoffjoffy Před 7 měsíci +2

    Interesting to see how both sides of breakfast life compare. The posh breakfast very nice, although I hate black pudding. 🤣The lower end of breakfast, yeah, good for what it was. You should have paid the extra £1 and see what you got. A £1 these days is like 10p of old. By the way, love your style. You have a very calming manner. Keep up the good work and vids. Cheers.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you very much Geoff. Much appreciated!

  • @SagaLarton
    @SagaLarton Před měsícem

    Gary brilliant as always. I would go for the expensive one, yes. But if I was having breakfast out most mornings then it would be the cheaper Caf. your food reviews . I mean this you are about the best in the country.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před měsícem

      Thank you and great choice, your comment was lovely thank you

  • @earlbee3196
    @earlbee3196 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Next Sunday I’m going to try and replicate the posh breakfast . reason it’s the best looking breakfast I ever did see

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Give it a go. Glad you liked the look of it!

  • @brewsterkits
    @brewsterkits Před 9 měsíci +1

    Both were good, I don't like paying so much when I can do it indoors for less, so i guess I would have the cheaper one out, but it's all so yummy isn't it,?😋😋

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 9 měsíci +1

      I totally agree! Rustle yourself something up tomorrow for sure :) very yummy!

  • @monicanath4859
    @monicanath4859 Před 7 měsíci

    The cafe breakfast looked very inviting!