Reviewing LONDON'S BEST FISH and CHIP SHOP - Was it GOOD?

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  • čas přidán 1. 02. 2024
  • Before I head to Whitby, I wanted to give London one last go at a good Fish and Chip shop and after so many of you had recommended Toff's in Muswell Hill to me, I thought I'd head down there and give it a go!
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  • @sabd9694
    @sabd9694 Před 4 měsíci +32

    This is my new favourite food review channel

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      That is very kind thank you 😊

  • @stevenbrown8857
    @stevenbrown8857 Před 4 měsíci +66

    The Magpie in Whitby, fish n chips, mushy peas, bread and butter and a pot of tea ... absolutely superb ... just as it should be 😊

    • @narabdela
      @narabdela Před 4 měsíci +7

      The Magpie is my go-to in Whitby. Often imitated, never bettered. 👍

    • @kevinkeane254
      @kevinkeane254 Před 4 měsíci +9

      Or battered 🤔🤔🤔​@@narabdela

    • @gtaswfc4684
      @gtaswfc4684 Před 4 měsíci +8

      Over rated,over priced...👎

    • @gtaswfc4684
      @gtaswfc4684 Před 4 měsíci +2

      ​@@narabdelayou've obviously never tried Mr Chips then..🤷

    • @paullee5449
      @paullee5449 Před 4 měsíci +4

      Whitby is synonymous with excellent fish and chips

  • @tonyl2831
    @tonyl2831 Před 4 měsíci +29

    C’mon Gary, a challenge for 2024, to find good/high quality, hardworking eateries at budget prices. Prices that us normal folk would be able to go to. As soon as you mentioned £4.50 for mushy peas, it was a case of just forwarding to the end of your video for the final price. Unless those mushy peas give you that ‘When Harry met Sally cafe scene’ then I don’t think us average Joes would even consider it 😂

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +11

      Hi Tony. I did say that the takeaway menu is far cheaper and basically half the price. I do agree though that the mushy peas are too expensive. Lol, I'm always on the hunt for cheaper places to eat but they're not as easy to find in this day and age! Cheers mate, have a good weekend.

    • @rickloginname
      @rickloginname Před měsícem +3

      I don't think I agree. I like he mixes both affordable and pricey restaurants in his reviews.

    • @paul8161
      @paul8161 Před 28 dny +1

      ​@rickloginname well said, Gary allways gives honest reviews even of people don't allways agree with him,, like he says it's just his opinion, like people have there own opinions.

  • @garryclarke7695
    @garryclarke7695 Před 4 měsíci +13

    What I love about Gary's videos is the fact that I always feel that they are around 30 minutes yet in reality seem to be, on average, around 12-15 minutes. I think this is the sign of a great CZcamsr i.e fill you content with what people have turned in for.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +3

      Very kind to say Garry thank you 😊

  • @pauldrumwell4922
    @pauldrumwell4922 Před 4 měsíci +72

    Almost 50,000 subscribers. Not surprising, always an enjoyable watch.

    • @tomconnolly7420
      @tomconnolly7420 Před 4 měsíci +7

      Gary is the GOAT 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +9

      Very kind just got 5herev🎉🎉

    • @lindaelliott5411
      @lindaelliott5411 Před 4 měsíci +3

      When in Whitby we always try and get in The Magpie Cafe, some dont rate it, but we reckon its superb Gary. And lots of choices of fish dishes, not just Fish and chips. Warning, theres nearly always a queue outside, but if you get there in plenty of time you will be fine. Another good place to eat and i recommend the Seafood Linguine especially, is The Marine which is just down from the Magpie, again they did do a lunchtime special menu with Fish and chips on it.
      If you can get down to Sandsend, about two miles north, there is a pub called The Hart Inn, and we always aim to go. The food is superb, its always busy whatever the season. The beach hut over the road is great too, crab sandwiches a speciality. Enjoy, its a lovely place.

    • @Lucy-Wilkinson
      @Lucy-Wilkinson Před 4 měsíci +1

      100% true

    • @monicanath4859
      @monicanath4859 Před 4 měsíci

      Right 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @user-mo3wx8ut4t
    @user-mo3wx8ut4t Před 4 měsíci +15

    Thanks Gary, for going to a chippy I have used for years. Glad you loved it. Their homemade fishcakes are too die for. Love the place.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      It was quality 👍

  • @lucasmoreno5330
    @lucasmoreno5330 Před 4 měsíci +50

    It's always a relief to see Gary take his first bite and not shake his head. German Kebab!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +8

      Shhhhhhh 🤣

    • @delphihaze1317
      @delphihaze1317 Před 4 měsíci +2

      I saw the steam emanating from that fish and I knew it was going to be a super- steamy mouthful.

    • @robertbox5399
      @robertbox5399 Před 4 měsíci +3

      The German D'owner kebab in Coventry is also poor, especially for the money.

    • @Gordon_Highlander
      @Gordon_Highlander Před 4 měsíci +1

      LOL @lucasmoreno. More like a German Sump Oil Sandwich! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @adnylang
      @adnylang Před 4 měsíci +1

      Haha gave me a morning laugh out loud - love the channel and love how honest Gary is with his review - not afraid to go low when it’s not good 👍🏻 respect

  • @paulallwood6033
    @paulallwood6033 Před 4 měsíci +7

    I lived in Muswell Hill for a few years approximately 10 years ago. I had Toffs quite a few times and it was always exceptionally good. Glad you visited my old stomping ground Gary 👌👌

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Your welcome Paul 😊

  • @robertleach9120
    @robertleach9120 Před 4 měsíci +7

    I've heard so many good things about Toffs & your visit has done nothing to dispel those views. Excellent vibe in the place & very friendly/attentive staff makes your experience even more enjoyable. Sticky toffee pudding is one of my favourites & their pudding is top drawer. Quality + Lucky you Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      It was an excellent restaurant Robert very impressed 😊

  • @OMSGA
    @OMSGA Před 4 měsíci +20

    Gary. As a Yorkshire lad Whitby is the home of fish and chips. My top three are
    1. Fisherman’s Wife
    2. Magpie
    3.Trenches
    In this order. The view from the tables at the fisherman’s wife are world class.
    All I can say is “give it a go”

    • @stevehammersley4461
      @stevehammersley4461 Před 4 měsíci +9

      Yea I agree, give the fisherman’s wife a go, but be careful Gary he gets home about 3 o’clock 😀

    • @stephenbutler463
      @stephenbutler463 Před 4 měsíci +3

      agree, try them all mate

    • @nataliesmith303
      @nataliesmith303 Před 4 měsíci +2

      Totally agree. Best atmosphere at fisherman’s wife with a sea view on every seat

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Appreciated thank you 😊

  • @angiemurphy2423
    @angiemurphy2423 Před 4 měsíci +8

    I've eaten there many times, but about 35 years ago in a previous life! Looks as i remember it, even the way its served with a salad garnish. Food was always first class. Brought back memories. Thanks, another great vlog.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      I’m really pleaser it brought back memories Angie and thank you 😊

  • @wendyoldbag6534
    @wendyoldbag6534 Před 4 měsíci +67

    I'm not sure that a salad garish belongs on a plate of fish and chips! But the addition of bread and butter was a good touch... gotta have a chip butty! Great review as ever!

    • @FriedTheo
      @FriedTheo Před 4 měsíci +3

      It is owned by Greek-Cypriots. They of course have a Greek salad on the menu too. Can't begrudge them a bit of salad.

    • @MonkeyMagic10
      @MonkeyMagic10 Před 4 měsíci +2

      I’ve eaten here , and if I’m honest, it was probably a 3/10
      Nothing special and very overpriced

    • @robertbox5399
      @robertbox5399 Před 4 měsíci

      ​@MonkeyMagic10 That's London. My Dad's side of the family come from there too. He moved to the midlands as the wages didn't match the prices even back in the 60's.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Yes agreed Wendy. Thank you!

    • @jerryoshea3116
      @jerryoshea3116 Před 4 měsíci +3

      Each to their own of course,but I always ' dig' Salad with chips ( or any kind of Spuds for that matter) and of course the Fish!

  • @paullee5449
    @paullee5449 Před 4 měsíci +19

    Absolutely love Gary's london videos. So atmospheric paired with Gary's charisma they're unmissable

  • @cosmicbubble12
    @cosmicbubble12 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Hi Gary, I’ve been following you for the last 3 months and have watched every video you have uploaded! This has been my favourite so far! The humour really tickled me and I believe you must be the most wholesome CZcamsr… the only advice, don’t go changing!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      I won’t and that is a lovely comment 😊

  • @christopherrankine1364
    @christopherrankine1364 Před 4 měsíci +9

    After seeing the name TOFF’S, I thought you were in the wrong place. But not so. The meal looked delicious….I enjoy watching your expressions Gary. Sometimes words are not needed. Thanks again for another wonderful review.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Really kind Christopher thank you 😊

  • @stevelondonse23
    @stevelondonse23 Před měsícem +1

    This brought back so many memories of living in Muswell Hill 2000 - 2008. I used to go to Toffs every 3-4 weeks and it looks like it's barely changed. So pleased you did this one Gary. A well deserved good review.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před měsícem

      Thank youn Steve I’m pleased it brought back some great memories

  • @Ziggylyle
    @Ziggylyle Před 4 měsíci +20

    Oh happy days, my favourite food, fish, chips, mushy peas, bread and butter and a cup of tea, haddock the Scots favourite fish. Oh jeez Gary this is sublime food, chip sandwich, the joy goes on and on. Your face is radiant. Sticky toffee pudding, how delicious that looks. Have to say this is one of my favourite reviews. Great price.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      It was absolutely lovely 😊

  • @melanytodd2929
    @melanytodd2929 Před 4 měsíci +6

    So lovely to see you enjoying the meal, Gary ❣ When it's good, you're so appreciative. Luvvit ❣🤗

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Always thank you 😊

  • @timblass4811
    @timblass4811 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Happy memories. Lived 10 mins down road. Toffs was my local. Glad you enjoyed it too!

  • @JazzFunkNobby1964
    @JazzFunkNobby1964 Před 4 měsíci +11

    Toffs was winning awards thirty years ago when I used to go there. Never ate inside. For me fish n chips is all about the take away experience. Eating with your fingers out of a paper wrapping. Vinegar dripping out of the bottom onto your new shoes. Getting stuck into a nice Saveloy. No mushy peas. None of that Northern muck, lol.
    Great to see Toffs maintaining their high standards. Good enough to get a 9/10 from Mister Eats.
    Thank you and be lucky.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      The good old days 😊

  • @kenwen
    @kenwen Před 4 měsíci +5

    Ah, Toffs! They've been going for decades. I grew up around there. Still remember first dates - bag of chips, battered sausage and scraps with a pack of beers, watching the sun set atop Alexandra Palace. Sad to hear the owner passed away during the pandemic.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      That was sad Ken but the family doing an amazing job 👍

  • @jump2itxxx
    @jump2itxxx Před 4 měsíci +5

    (I’m officially addicted to this channel - my computer’s under repair and in the meantime I find myself resorting to my phone for my regular dose of Gary Eats 🤣🤪 oh me, oh my 🤣🤣…have no idea how I managed life before chancing upon this channel just before Christmas 🤣💪👍👌)

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      That is very very kind 😊

  • @StutterBoyECFC
    @StutterBoyECFC Před 4 měsíci +25

    On a side note, 49.9k subscribers and counting.
    FIFTY THOUSAND INCOMING!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +10

      It’s here 🎉🎉

    • @thekitowl
      @thekitowl Před 2 měsíci

      Two months later 70K incoming 👍

  • @Russ453hgf
    @Russ453hgf Před 4 měsíci +25

    That you bother to seek out the very best places, WHEREVER they are, Gary. This little gem was no exception. That fish and chips looked lovely. I knew it was good because i could see you salivating when you picked up your knife and fork to begin... ( You and me both!)
    The batter looked to me like it was as cooked perfectly. It didnt stick like glue to the fish. It was crisp, fresh and there was no oiliness at all wgen you turned ithe bottom of it over. The fish looked succulent , moist and meaty .
    Pudding was a class act . The colour and consistency of thar custard..... And tgey wat tgey did tge contrasting stripes of custard drizzled over the sponge.
    You take these food reviews to another level, Gary. There is nothing banal about your videos. Great food doesnt hace to be the most expensive food. This place looked special and that made the video very valuable.
    Thank you.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you Russ. A superb little place but in all honesty, I'd had so many recommendations that I can't claim this one. Really appreciate your kind words.

    • @Russ453hgf
      @Russ453hgf Před 4 měsíci

      @@GaryEats You deserve it, Gary. When you do something you do it properly.

  • @kencook7580
    @kencook7580 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Gary, totally agree, as someone who grew up in Barnet and still works in Haringey, spot on. I don't mind paying, if the food is quality. Top review, ta very much.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      We fully agree Ken 😊

  • @theunholyprince8682
    @theunholyprince8682 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Damn you Gary! You've made me crave my favourite meal with this upload haha! It is Fish Friday to be fair so I'll let you off this time 😂
    3 Venues in Whitby for Fish & Chips?? I must admit I visited Whitby last year while staying at Scarborough and I loved absolutely everything about it and am actually coming back to Whitby in a few weeks time in early March and I'll be staying at Whitby this time which I reckon will enhance the next experience and make it even better, my personal recommendations for Fish & Chips in Whitby? Now while I tried only 2 of them, the 2 I did try were Magpie's Cafe which by the way was outstanding and very very busy as had to queue outside beforehand, the other one? I went to Trenchers and I must say they were just as good if not only just slightly better, I found the staff at Trenchers to be more friendly and more attentive, now, this is not to say Magpie's was bad because it most definitely wasn't, it was just that it was so busy the staff were all over the place doing multiple things so I'll let them off for that. Very expensive both were that was the only downside to it however in light of the current times combined with other factors, as you said at the end of the video, sometimes, just sometimes you have to pay that little bit more, and as the saying goes? You get what you pay for. If there was a 3rd venue I could think of? Despite not trying them the first few that come to mind would be Mister Chips or The Fisherman's Wife? However to be honest with you this might be something that the locals of Whitby and surrounding areas will know the answer to better than us haha. I might try them next time myself however 🙂 Hope you enjoy Whitby though man, it truly is one of my favourite venues to visit nowadays and am so glad that have discovered it.
    P.S Hope you enjoyed the match man the other day? What a result! and What a performance! I don't know if you'd be interested however I have an Instagram page where I upload most of my Matchday Shenanigans, it's called TheKopBaltic and I mention in detail about each match where I can 😀
    Additional P.S, Don't stop making Fish & Chips videos in London! :D It's your channel mate and it's upto you what you would like to upload! Besides, there are most likely a fair few hidden gems out there that we don't know about! 😅Let's Find Them!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      This is just a quick reply but I will come back to you Monday 👍

    • @theunholyprince8682
      @theunholyprince8682 Před 4 měsíci

      ​@@GaryEats​​ I found the other place in Whitby I was thinking about and wanted to recommend. The 3rd one I would probably go for and would like to try myself is called Royal Fisheries and it seems highly recommended on Google, so that's my personal 3 recommendations for you 😊 Magpie's, Trenchers and Royal Fisheries, definitely ask the locals though just incase! They'll know some Hidden Gems.
      Chris

  • @jacobellis7875
    @jacobellis7875 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Really look forward to these videos Gary. Keep up the good work. The flow and speed of each video is just right and your down to earth, considered approach is brilliant

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      That is very kind to say 👍

  • @Bozebo
    @Bozebo Před 4 měsíci +6

    Now that's proper good. Finally a London one that matches what towns on the coast do (not always though there are still bad places). The chippy just along from me simply don't open if they can't get the very freshest haddock, they even stayed closed because the potatoes weren't up to scratch once (in Angus, which is potato central. Just down the coast from fish central).

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Great info thank you 😊

  • @jamesleon5985
    @jamesleon5985 Před 4 měsíci +3

    I had fish and chips at ‘ Toffs ‘ in around 2005 !! I had skate and chips I remember first time I had skate ! it was the best then and to hear you say it’s London’s number 1 comes as no surprise .. very nostalgic to see you here .. amazing !! it hasn’t changed much in almost 20 years !! 👌👌👌👌👌

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Wow that’s amazing to hear James, skate in black butter my absolute favourite 🤩

  • @Deadman-rt8dq
    @Deadman-rt8dq Před 4 měsíci +5

    Well with a place called Toff's you had to have the pud! It looked very good, not much more can be said! Almost 50,000 subs and only been on youtube just over six months, keep them coming Gary!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you very kind 😊👍

  • @neilsmith7547
    @neilsmith7547 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Fish and chips looked Great but the sticky toffee pudding looked absolutely delicious. Great video mucka 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      It all was good Neil thank you 😊

  • @andymanser1
    @andymanser1 Před 4 měsíci +12

    That fish Gary looks awesome flakey moist not dry chips look nice to. Really enjoying these videos . Real eye opener.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thanks Andy take care mate 👍

  • @douglasgrahamdronefilmingp2068
    @douglasgrahamdronefilmingp2068 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Another great and honest review your definitely the best food reviewer I've found on CZcams and it reflects with the subscribers you have got I'm sure the 50k will be reached in the next few days. Keep up the excellent work Gary.

  • @bryanparker5937
    @bryanparker5937 Před 4 měsíci +3

    You can book in The Magpie in the afternoon, they also do a special Winter offer. We have been going there for decades, it is our special place.

  • @ikiddyounot
    @ikiddyounot Před 4 měsíci +1

    Congrats on the 50,000 subscribers, Gary! Well-deserved! Looking forward to more phenomenal videos 😊🎉❤

  • @paulmorgan6269
    @paulmorgan6269 Před 4 měsíci +10

    Enjoyed the video Gary, but boy so expensive. Mushy Peas £4.50 !!!!! Whit.
    My standard Fish supper is £7.50 locally. Thanks again for taking the time to
    do this. Love the video's.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Yes, definitely pricy Paul. As I said, takeaway menu much cheaper - basically half the price! Cheers mate.

    • @HoratioChinn
      @HoratioChinn Před 4 měsíci

      @@GaryEats My favourite fish & chips restaurant is Steels Cornerhouse in Cleethorpes. £15.45 for jumbo haddock, chips, peas, bread & butter and a pot of tea. My old mum has been going there since the early 1960s and if you can't trust your mum, who can you ? Papas are also pretty good. They have restaurants across the north including Blackpool and one in Cleethorpes which is the worlds biggest fish and chip restaurant on the pier.

    • @jonathanroberts1696
      @jonathanroberts1696 Před 4 měsíci

      Can't even get a standard portion of fish for £7.50 locally, let alone a fish supper.

    • @danielmosey6203
      @danielmosey6203 Před 4 měsíci

      When was that, 20 years ago?

    • @paulmorgan6269
      @paulmorgan6269 Před 4 měsíci

      Today@@danielmosey6203

  • @cawstongreenway
    @cawstongreenway Před 4 měsíci +12

    Cameraman following your hands as you go from item to item is really good. It feels like I am actually there. Excellent work 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      I’ll let him know 👌

  • @charybdis1966
    @charybdis1966 Před 4 měsíci +3

    50k subscribers, congratulations Gary ! Well done. 🎉

  • @waynefoulkes2017
    @waynefoulkes2017 Před 4 měsíci +1

    love youre videos gary watch them all honestly so relaxing. just thanks doing these videos there brilliant make me hungry everytime

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Very kind Wayne thank you 😊

  • @stephaniewhite9526
    @stephaniewhite9526 Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you for being the BEST You Tube food channel as always and congrats on 50K too !!! Loved the review and really look forward to the Whitby series.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      That is so very kind Stephanie thank you 😊

  • @83NJL
    @83NJL Před 4 měsíci +3

    Another excellent review Gary. You really have a talent for these reviews. Keep up the great work. I look forward to more reviews.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +2

      That is very kind thank you 😊

  • @andreashaynes3346
    @andreashaynes3346 Před 4 měsíci +3

    That was a superb review Gary. Environment and service first class, beautiful haddock in batter and the chips looked great and the mushy peas. The sticky toffee pudding and custard was lovely. Thought that was excellent value for money, considering London prices. Your rating was spot on and many thanks for sharing with us. Enjoyed your presentation. Take care and see you soon 👍👍👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it and many thanks 😊

  • @WormeggGames
    @WormeggGames Před 4 měsíci +2

    This looks like a delightful place to go for lunch, thank you for sharing. Really great energy in this video, it was clear you were enjoying yourself.
    Although you saying this is the first time you've had a pudding on the channel got my Gary Eats trivia whirring - you definitely had a Christmas pudding at Ye Olde Fighting Cocks! That sticky toffee pudding looked incredible though and makes me wish I had a bowl with me now.
    All the best to you Gary and Cameraman and congratulations on 50,000 subscribers, much deserved!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Your completely correct apologies and thank you 😊

  • @geourgiou
    @geourgiou Před 4 měsíci +2

    Im so glad you loved the fish and chips, toffs has so many multiple awards, this isnt too far from where i live, also well done for reaching 50k subscribers.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      It was very good and thank you 😊

  • @marchampson006
    @marchampson006 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Ahh Gary Toffs is a splendid place to eat ive eaten there three times when ive been in North London over the years was recommended by my good friend Glenda Collins(1960's Joe Meek artistes) who i was with at the time who used it regular we had also been to Pizza Express close by but that was run of the mill place nothing outstanding.
    Marc In Bletchley

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Great to hear Marc 👍

  • @billtsirtsis7060
    @billtsirtsis7060 Před 4 měsíci +4

    I feel like flying to London from Chicago just to try Toffs.Looks delicious.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      It’s very chilly here 😳

    • @chrissomerville2625
      @chrissomerville2625 Před 4 měsíci

      Absolutely and I’ll pop along from Sydney Australia. Looks excellent.

  • @paullord3549
    @paullord3549 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Congratulations on 50k subscribers Gary, well deserved.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      🎉 thank you Paul 👍

  • @davew005
    @davew005 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Gary your reviews are excellent, not bombastic or loud. Very classy sir. At this rate you will need to start your own merchandise as the channel is deservedly growing.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Working on it! Stay posted in 30 minutes 😄
      Thank you.

  • @garethwilliams4100
    @garethwilliams4100 Před 4 měsíci +12

    Definitely the Magpie in Whitby, you wont be disappointed 👍 As well as fantastic fish and chips i recommend the Muscles and Fries which was only about £10 when i went there last a few years back

    • @matthewjohnston3195
      @matthewjohnston3195 Před 4 měsíci +5

      Or even mussels 😆

    • @2tone2thebone.
      @2tone2thebone. Před 4 měsíci

      💪💪 lol

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Good to know! Thank you Gareth :)

    • @grahamd9518
      @grahamd9518 Před 4 měsíci

      I think he said he wanted 3 F&C restaurant recommendations in Whitby and you've given a great one here. I live about 25 mins drive from Whitby and visit a lot. I've added to this Magpie recommendation in an earlier reply to Gary with Trenchers (a must) and one of either Mr Chips, Quayside Fisheries, The Fisherman's Wife and Hadley's.

  • @Redsaxophone11
    @Redsaxophone11 Před 4 měsíci +3

    As a lover of fish and chips, this restaurant looked like it was very good. A good selection on the menu and I think a fair price overall although I did think the mushy peas were a little on the expensive side but it's difficult to judge portions sometimes in a video.
    I totally agree with your marking and it's good to see you sampling Haddock for a change.
    Well done for hitting over 50,000 subscribers. Every time I come here I see your channel constantly growing, you must be very proud to have got to this stage so quickly.
    Cheers

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you very much, mushy peas a little expensive 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Very proud and find it totally unbelievable 😳

  • @richardgibbs1168
    @richardgibbs1168 Před 4 měsíci +1

    GARY YOU DID IT!!!! and right on cue!!!! 50,000 subs, I literally COULD NOT be happier for you!!!! P.S this F&C's looked pretty good!!!! GM Rich

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much Rich!! So kind mate.

  • @dhamu1978
    @dhamu1978 Před 4 měsíci

    Congratulations on the 50k subscribers - very well deserved ! Onwards and upwards to 100k.

  • @Nickpaintbrush
    @Nickpaintbrush Před 4 měsíci +6

    Yes that fish looked pretty perfect Gary, I like the skin on. I would recommend Robinsons fish shop in Whitby, the Magpie is ok but there's usually a massive queue!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Need to brace myself for that queue Nick. Cheers!

    • @northernsouldj7591
      @northernsouldj7591 Před 4 měsíci +1

      The Magpie is massively overhyped. Robinson'S for me, too.

  • @stuartlewis2104
    @stuartlewis2104 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Gary - absolutely love your videos. Best fish and chips are in the north West of Scotland - Ullapool, and the hotel in Shieldaig. But a bit of a drive! Check out Anstruther as well - maybe not the obvious chip shop, but the wee chippy round the corner. Keep up the good work!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Will do and will do one day Stuart

  • @user-ob4dk2ki7x
    @user-ob4dk2ki7x Před 4 měsíci +2

    Great review gary. Everything looked great. My kind of of food. Pudding looked delicious. 👍👍

  • @amycharlotte2565
    @amycharlotte2565 Před 3 měsíci

    Great video! I’ve watched you for months now and you never fail to entertain and inform! I absolutely loved Quayside Restaurant when I travelled to Whitby. As a vegetarian, I really appreciated how they catered to every type of dietary requirement. I had a battered sausage for the first time in years. My partner loved the fish and chips, it was also the quickest to be served and very cost friendly compared to some of the other restaurants. Keep up the great content!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much Amy. Good recommendation, I'll be putting up a community post about Whitby next week!

  • @JOHNRGRAY
    @JOHNRGRAY Před 4 měsíci +3

    Can't remember seeing salad garnish on fish 'n chips before.
    It all looked so scrumptious

    • @johngibson3837
      @johngibson3837 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Salad made it look like pub food

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      It didn’t detract from the food 👍

  • @joymolly
    @joymolly Před 4 měsíci +5

    Excellent presentation @Gary

  • @craiggill8444
    @craiggill8444 Před 4 měsíci +2

    That was simply mouth watering Gary, love a good old fish n chip review.! As as always brilliant 👏

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Glad you enjoyed it

  • @waveZ666
    @waveZ666 Před 4 měsíci

    Another great video Gary! Have a great weekend. Cheers from a fan from Denmark 🥳

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Welcome Denmark 🇩🇰

  • @jenlfc9720
    @jenlfc9720 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Looks lovely Gary the magpie Whitby is number one for me ❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      I’ll take a look Jen 👌

    • @cutterbacon
      @cutterbacon Před 4 měsíci

      Mister chips by the beach for me.@@GaryEats

  • @77210466
    @77210466 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Great review Gary
    It's skin on for me, adds to the flavour.

  • @paulclark2947
    @paulclark2947 Před 4 měsíci

    Congratulations Gary on passing the 50,000 subscribers mark. Brilliant & well deserved👏👏👏😀

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Very kind thank you 😊

  • @mase6189
    @mase6189 Před 4 měsíci

    Another fantastic review! Thanks Gary!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it and thank you 😊

  • @myfunfood
    @myfunfood Před 4 měsíci +7

    Dear Chap. First off, I really enjoy your beautifully balanced reviews. Next on the list: I seem to remember you saying you enjoy Thai food. I'd like to suggest a place in West London, called Esarn Kheaw. It doesn't look much from the outside, but it's got an awful lot to offer. Personally, I think you'll enjoy it. Keep going - the channel is fantastic!

    • @JazzFunkNobby1964
      @JazzFunkNobby1964 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Whereabouts? I will try it out if I'm passing through.

    • @myfunfood
      @myfunfood Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@JazzFunkNobby1964 Shepherd's Bush - really worth a look.

    • @JazzFunkNobby1964
      @JazzFunkNobby1964 Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks@@myfunfood

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Thank you very much. Yes, I do. I'll take a look at that as it's also close to Paolo's Cafe which I like very much - appreciated!

  • @twentyrothmans7308
    @twentyrothmans7308 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Thank you, Gary, it's worth a look.
    One thing that you might add is the amount that you tipped, or didn't.
    It would be interesting to learn what the tipping expectation is these days, and where.

  • @markgraham190665
    @markgraham190665 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I really enjoy your content Gary. Thank you

  • @chaiman3761
    @chaiman3761 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video. Proper old skool!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it 😊

  • @user-bj4ip3uq8f
    @user-bj4ip3uq8f Před 4 měsíci +3

    Another great episode Gary! Greetings from Laguna Beach USA 🐳🐳🐳🏄‍♂️🏄‍♂️🏄‍♂️

  • @the_once-and-future_king.
    @the_once-and-future_king. Před 4 měsíci +9

    Skin on, without question. So much flavour!
    If you want simple, honest one of each, try the Fish Box just down from the station.

  • @grahamhill9499
    @grahamhill9499 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Good stuff gary , definitely had me drooling

  • @stevenbrown8857
    @stevenbrown8857 Před 4 měsíci +8

    Looked great Gary ..... but skin on is a huge no no for me. I'm a menace with the lemon, I'd have squirted Mr camera man right in the eye 😂😂😂 ... you're enthusiasm is infectious .. great vid 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Cheers 🍻 Steven thank 👍

    • @CheshireCat6639
      @CheshireCat6639 Před 4 měsíci +2

      Ha ha me too, a lemon wedge and me don't make friends either 🍋😮😅

  • @EgilWar
    @EgilWar Před 4 měsíci +3

    That looked like some of the best fish and chips I've seen. Presentation was very nice with fresh ingredients.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      It was very good 👍

  • @sjtafl
    @sjtafl Před 4 měsíci

    Gary your the best food reviewer that I watch on CZcams. Really interesting and enjoyable !

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Very very kind to say thank you 😊

  • @joshsoprano4096
    @joshsoprano4096 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Gary!!! Mum and I have been shouting at the TV for ages now for you to go there!! 😂 finally a good north london fish and chippy!! All the best from Muswell Hill and N london! :)

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Yeayyyyyy finally I delivered, regards to you and most of all your mum!

  • @sylviamatthee8172
    @sylviamatthee8172 Před 4 měsíci +9

    You looked so happy with everything. They even put a bit of mixed salad on the side of the plate. An important touch. Portions were excellent. All in all, very unHarrods. Your romantic lunch with your cameraman was clearly well timed for an early Valentine's outing..... Hahahaha. Thank you again for the enjoyable video. As always, it is much appreciated!

    • @bpure2560
      @bpure2560 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Noooooooo!!!! Salad with fish and chips should be illegal.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Lol Sylvia very funny 😆

  • @paulogama5782
    @paulogama5782 Před 4 měsíci +3

    All right Gary. Never been to
    Toff's but seems it is a nice
    place and the food itself is
    really worth to try. The prices
    are ok for such quality and
    that dessert was awsome.
    Come on, let's give it to the
    next one.😊

  • @rundattmedia2106
    @rundattmedia2106 Před 4 měsíci

    Another great vid. Congratulations on the 50k Gary, well deserved! I love to relax in the evening to your videos. I had fish and chips tonight for dinner from my local chippy its called The Codfather 😂 amazing food there.
    Onwards and upwards to 100k!
    Thanks.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Very very kind to say thank you 😊

  • @Imadov
    @Imadov Před 4 měsíci +1

    Splendid, everything looks spot-on !

  • @andysmith819
    @andysmith819 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Another great review! Particularly loved the B&B side dish :) I'm a 'skin on' punter. Seeing the plethora of Northern Hemisphere fish on the menu left me feeling very nostalgic! Where I live we have some great fish... Coral Trout, Snapper and Red Emperor are excellent in a fish and chip 'setting', but I long to taste the battered Plaice my mum would share with me :) Thank you.

    • @johngibson3837
      @johngibson3837 Před 4 měsíci

      What about grunter

    • @andysmith819
      @andysmith819 Před 4 měsíci

      @@johngibson3837 I imagine Grunter would be really good. If I ever see it on the menu I'll certainly give it a go 😀 I also love our local Whiting too.

    • @johngibson3837
      @johngibson3837 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Sorry mate didn't read the menu bit, thought you must be going fishing up north, grunter is a fine fish

    • @andysmith819
      @andysmith819 Před 4 měsíci

      @@johngibson3837 Fishing up north... In my dreams 😀

    • @johngibson3837
      @johngibson3837 Před 4 měsíci

      Why not mate, the fish you mentioned are ozi so guess that's where you live

  •  Před 4 měsíci +16

    The only problem of Toff's is that they tend to get too busy on spring and summer Saturdays. On those days there is a long takeaway queue extending through the sidewalk outside and table service gets very inconsistent as some staff members get a bit stressed. I don't recommend crossing London to go to Toff's in these situations.
    But the food is very good. However, great fish and chips is also found elsewhere in London.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Where would you recommend Fabio 👍

  • @annecunnings7886
    @annecunnings7886 Před 4 měsíci

    Looked delicious Gary. Excellent camera work and congratulations on 50k subscribers and in such a short time!
    Very best regards from Tasmania.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks, you too! 😊

  • @leenewcome85
    @leenewcome85 Před 3 měsíci

    Great Fish & Chips glad you enjoyed it, great video as always thanks for sharing 😊

  • @RobinPalmerTV
    @RobinPalmerTV Před 4 měsíci +7

    It’s expensive but well worth it. Lucky to live nearby. Glad you enjoyed being in the dizzy heights of Muswell Hill!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      It’s a lovely area Robin

  • @ianthomas1060
    @ianthomas1060 Před 4 měsíci +8

    Another great review of a good place to visit.
    Triangular cut bread is often served but is almost pointless for a chip butty. A chip butty needs 90 degree angles for best results in construction of and eating of the butty.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      I don’t mind Ian, just more mess as usual 😂

  • @boscopit
    @boscopit Před 4 měsíci

    Really pumping out the videos. Great stuff, Gary.

  • @dorinda8097
    @dorinda8097 Před 4 měsíci

    I love salad with fish and chips, and your dinner looked lovely Gary. Well done on 50k subscribers you so deserve that as your channel is always worth watching..

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks so much very kind 😊

  • @sales5280
    @sales5280 Před 4 měsíci +13

    I go to Whitby most weekends and I can honestly say that there is only one fish and chips worth eating and that’s the magpie it’s absolutely fantastic and the rest are very poor

    • @johnmc3862
      @johnmc3862 Před 4 měsíci

      😅

    • @davidedwards2197
      @davidedwards2197 Před 4 měsíci +1

      This is nonsense and unhelpful. I have never experienced a very poor fish and chip restaurant in Whitby and to answer Gary’s question, I would consider The Magpie Cafe, Trenchers and Fisherman’s Wife.

    • @sales5280
      @sales5280 Před 4 měsíci +2

      @@davidedwards2197 well you certainly don’t know good food then and you most certainly don’t know a good quality fish and chips and as for the fisherman’s wife been better than the magpie is absolute rubbish as the place is hardly ever open so that pretty much tells you or should tell you , it has good views but that’s it .. I know magpie might be a little expensive for you but try it and you will see and taste the quality

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Now let’s be nice, I’ll take a look at all but mostly appreciate your recommendations, thank you everyone 😊

  • @jfergs.3302
    @jfergs.3302 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Looked like a quite traditional place, and all the food looked lovely. One reservation though, salad... For me, salad has no place on a plate of fish and chips :)

    • @JazzFunkNobby1964
      @JazzFunkNobby1964 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Are you ok with the Lemon or not?

    • @jfergs.3302
      @jfergs.3302 Před 4 měsíci +2

      @@JazzFunkNobby1964 Oh aye, I like a nice slice of lemon for that citrusy zing.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Fair enough!

    • @JazzFunkNobby1964
      @JazzFunkNobby1964 Před 4 měsíci

      You must be sophisticated.@@jfergs.3302

    • @Gius3pp3K
      @Gius3pp3K Před 22 dny +1

      Don’t they do scraps in London? 😮

  • @nevadamareno3713
    @nevadamareno3713 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Gary’s the cool uncle you love spending time with on a Saturday

  • @a.f.m6737
    @a.f.m6737 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great fish and chips has been on you tube before. Well done Gary for showing it again.

  • @jakelockhart2308
    @jakelockhart2308 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Glad you enjoyed it. Toff's is my local. Been going there for years. Nice family business too! Look forward to the next video.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      You know how good it is Jake 🤩

  • @TKDJK
    @TKDJK Před 4 měsíci +4

    That is one great review Gary. BTW you are nearly 50k subs!! congrats - is Whitby where Dracula landed in England 🤣🤣🤣 Hope your FANGS are ready to bite into the locals...Count Gary

  • @delphihaze1317
    @delphihaze1317 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I used to work in Muswell Hill when I lived in London. Really nice area.
    Such a lovely plate of food and well deserving of the rating. I'm sure Toffs will be delighted with the review. You were like a happy little kid with that dessert.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      I certainly was 😊😊😊

  • @JoeskiPolski
    @JoeskiPolski Před 4 měsíci +2

    Glad to see you in my neck of the woods.

  • @benoakes01
    @benoakes01 Před 4 měsíci +1

    YES Gary, glad to see you enjoyed Toff’s. I live in Highgate and find myself at Muswell Hill once or twice a week. I’ve eaten here a few times and enjoyed it. Not sure if you mentioned it but they have a lunchtime offer for approx £12. Good value. However, at the end of that street there is an exceptionally good Wetherspoons; The Mossy Well. I work in hospitality but never on Mondays. That’s always my day off and I can often be found there on a Monday lunchtime enjoying a fish and chips and a great pint of real ale for £8.64. Bear in mind that not all spoons are as decent as this one. However, I intend to have lunch at Toff’s soon- the quality is of course better. A few pints after to follow, of course. Cheers!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Someone else told me that was the first Spoons as well 🤷‍♂️

  • @michellescott1211
    @michellescott1211 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Yay! 50k subscribers! Congrats and well deserved! As for Whitby, has to be the Magpie Cafe!!!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Very kind Michelle 🎉🎉

  • @petergarcia8615
    @petergarcia8615 Před 4 měsíci +1

    That dessert looked amazing!

  • @waynegriffith9124
    @waynegriffith9124 Před 3 měsíci

    My mouth was watering at the fish. Looked lovely . Little touches like the bread , nice big portion of chips etc, goes a long way. And that's my favourite pudding for afters. Wow indeed. Look forward to your videos Gary all the time 👍

  • @MrVxrman
    @MrVxrman Před 4 měsíci

    Morning Gary, Your channel is superb.
    Keep up the good work and all the best.
    ☕👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you kindly. Means a lot!