Reviewing the UK'S RUDEST RESTAURANT!? 

I burst out laughing at this comment lol

Haha that was funny. Great comment. 😂

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​@@GaryEatsMe too! Hilarious 😂

You should have asked for your money back :)

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Awesome. Fast food places near work in Shanghai were the same. I wouldn't have a clue without a local what to do or order. Chopsticks from a dispenser on the table and everyone slurping away on their noodles. When in Rome.

That’s crazy! I’ve always found Chinese people to be very polite and respectful!

wow that is hilarious lol

They have a popular restaurant in London Chinatown, they don't care. Best go with the program.

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I had to deliver a parcel there one afternoon. The parcel was addressed to a Mr R. Pong. When I arrived, I went in with the small parcel and said to the man who greeted me, "Hello, are you R. Pong?" He replied, "Yessir, we are R. Pong 'til eleven thirty!". 😂

I love that ❤

What went wong?

if you need the abuse you are moron ffs twat

That sounds like great fun after a few drinks 🍷

Ditto, it was late 90's when I went for the first time... a brilliant concept! :)

Great tips, thanks. I love Canto food 😊

Glad you like it!!

@@GaryEats I love your videos Gary - many have said, but your straight forward love and curiosity of food is great to see. You over ordered at Wong Kei I reckon - I would have two dishes between two people sharing, again why the secret menu in Chinese only and only on the ground floor is worth checking. PS This is Cantonese style service. It's very common at lower priced restaurants in Hong Kong. You get cheap delicious food, what else do you expect. It goes wrong with drunk customers and over demanding American tourists who are used to VIP service everywhere. One American lady who was cross about the wait, probably called Karen, once said "I want to speak to the manager". The waiter said "No" and walked off. He came back 5 minutes later and said "What do you want to order?". She ordered nicely, humbled a little. The German next to me using his chopsticks like drum sticks had his sticks slammed down by the same waiter who said "Are you a man or a child?". Brilliant. It is a show I think, but then again...

Thanks so much really kind of you. That is a very funny story

Agree ho fun w beef and black bean sauce was my to go meal here too!

It’s changed a bit now for sure

That's right. Very famous, especially among students. Those were the days.

I used to love it back in the early 90s. Wasn't there another entrance down an alley way. Or did they move. Anyway, it was absolutely on a Friday or Saturday night. Good times. 😎

@@jumpstar9000 I am sure it was in Wardour Street which I remember as being narrower than that. Also it was darker, and raining.

I was there when a couple came in and asked for a quiet table. The waiter told them, "This is a noisy restaurant!"

@@geoffpoole483 🤣

I was there when a middle aged city worker came in with his mistress [it was obvious!], the waiter 'barked at them' "Yo sit there" pointing to a half-full large circular table. The man then said "No, we would like a table for two"...the waiters response?..." you no wanna sit there, you £uck off"...that's how notorious Wong Kei's was in the 80s before the refurb/new management.😅

@@geoffpoole483 FACT . NO INSULT !

Lol wow that is incredible

I haven't been for years but it's probably based on workers' canteens in China. You go in, order, eat, pay and leave. That's its function. If you want haute cuisine go elsewhere. On one visit I was on a table with some regulars who were practically on first name terms with the staff.

Yep, they're abrupt but wouldn't say rude. More than welcome anytime

@@GaryEatswhat u want

Since when has culture been an excuse for bad manners ? If you’re in hospitality, you need to not be rude or not bother at all .

@@geoffpoole483 good manners don’t cost anything

Oh Martin, that's lovely of you to say thank you

How dare they not be rude to you. :)

I was such a regular back in the 80s that they always undercharged me.

Thank you so much and it was a funny recommendation in the end

I've always liked Chinese food and some of the soups are great!!!

How you doing Tommy?

@@GaryEatsI'm doing fine thanks for asking Gary

That’s very kind to say thank you

But only by the absorbtions method . It tastes much better than boiled in water and drained .

That’s a great line!

@@johnsmith-rs2vk Agreed it is the best method for me

I knew we ordered too much Chinese when I got a Christmas card

My local takeaway, the Chinese lady sounds really posh, like she went boarding at Benenden. It’s always amusing to hear her read back peoples Chinese menu orders in her posh accent.

Wow great memories

Glad you enjoy it!

Top man Greg, thank you

Audrey it’s simple be nice and respectful 🤷‍♂️

I’m pleased it brought back some good memories

Not really from experience chinese, not very polite or friendly

Yep . They don 't like drunks . Bad for business .

The Karen's of their day

Lol

That’s really kind and thank you for still watching and supporting the channel 👍👍

@@GaryEats Pleasure is all mine

Top man, thank you Julian

I’m pleased it brought back some good memories

That would be about my era haha, great memories. Cheers mate

Thank you Simon lol!!

You did indeed, thank you for the recommendation. Enjoyed it!!

Thank you so very much that’s really awesome and appreciated 👌

Thank you 👍

I wish I went a few years ago

Thank you Nicky

Thanks my friend, good luck to Villa for rest of season

I resonate. Gary’s videos/narration are like a kind and familiar face/presence 🥹. I also appreciate that he’s genuine and not annoying like many other YTers

I agree definitely the best food review channel on You tube , hope this channel gets thousands more subscribers and grows and grows for him .

Wow Angello, those are extremely lovely words and actually made me quite emotional which is why I took time to reply to this comment. I'm glad I could be helpful and that you enjoy the videos, if you'd like to send me an email I would appreciate it - thank you.

Thank you

Thank you Kevin

Thank you so much Gauravi

Kiss ass

That’s really appreciated Chris thank you 👍

@@GaryEats thanks for the reply mate all the best

I think the 80s was Wong Kei's heyday. My brother visited with some mates and another customer was complaining. Someone from another table told the guy complaining that he was out of order and punched him on the nose. Blood all over the place. The waiter's reaction:" Excellent customer!"

@geoffpoole483 Very funny, Geoff! Loved your tale. Yes, the 1980s and early 1990s were indeed the golden years of Wong-Kei's. We always pronounced it "wonky's" or "wong-keys" back in those days. As soon as you walked in the front door a waiter would ask for the number of your party. You would tell him, and he would shout back, "Upstairs, upstairs!!" The moment that you got seated, they would plonk the tea pot on the table and bellow at you: "What you want?" You hadn't even had time to take your coat off. There was a darker side sometimes. I did see members of staff being quite racist to both white and black customers alike. Some held non-Chinese people in some degree of contempt. We forget that racism is pretty strong in parts of the Far East. Still, that was then. Funny how we look back at the place with such nostalgia. I did not even realise that it was still going. Another place from that era was a funny old Indian restaurant on the Aldwych near King's College. Again, you went upstairs from the street. They used to do Indian railways cuisine. It was very cheap, but not the greatest quality. You used to queue up at a serving hatch to place your order. It was called the "something club" from memory. Of course, the Indian staff were unfailing polite, but you ran the risk of dangerous loose bones in the curry!

That is why many places are cash only and the big round table in the corner on a Sunday evening is always reserved for the bosses . Have the envelope ready Mr . Woo .

I'm relieved I didn't go then lol

@@user-ue8nw6ln1u The India Club, permanently closed now, very mediocre food.

Thank you very much Mark

Thanks Matty 👍

I'll see what I can do Mikey

The fave place for me and my late wife was Leyons in Wardour Street, massive place. Was gutted when it closed down

I’m pleased it brought you great memories Bob

@@forearthbelowsorry to hear of your loss mate

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Thank you 🙏

Thank you very much

Much appreciated Kay

The PP is still going. Used to read it for the job listings. Doesn't seem to have that section now.

@@garrycrystal6244 I thought it stopped about ten years ago

@@johntvrdy4533 Haven't read it in about 10 years, but it's still going online.

Is it still operating John

@@GaryEats tbh it's been ages since I read it. I hope it is

I’m with you Phillip

Glad you enjoyed it

Thank you Steve, I heard it used to be worse than now

Thank you Paul they need to look at the customer service I think lol

Lol thank you for watching

When there was an incident involving waiters and a customer, the customers would nearly always take the waiter's side. All part of the fun.

Thank you very much

Thank you so much and have a lovely weekend

@@GaryEats you too. and thank you for such a fabulous channel I love it! Positivity peace and love ♥️

I agree Howie just be nice

Matter vs antimatter.....

All was good Maurice and a very kind comment

Not as rude as Karen's 😂

@@GaryEatswas enough for three people!

​@@GaryEatslook up Karen's Diner for rude experience Gary 😂😂👌👌

Glad you enjoyed it John

He did order enough for 4 though.

The pot of tea was already there by time I'd sat down. I've heard some very interesting stories lol

Thank you very much Gary

That’s really appreciated thank you so very much

@@GaryEats No problem, keep up the good work 👍

Thanks Martin

That’s sounded like a fun night lol 😂

'Plumb sauce off the bone.' Is this a euphemism?😐

Yes they do it with plates and cups too, if they are very busy. They throw / slide them across whilst walking past, moving quickly on to the next table. They don’t even pause to see if it ‘lands’ properly.

No fork no payment

Thank you June x

I always try to reply to everyone Daniel as I really appreciate everyone watching and commenting, you have made a lovely comment thank you so very much 🇦🇺🇦🇺

That’s a little naughty lol

You married the right woman.

😂😂😂 and she married you 😳😳😳

Thanks so much Chrissy

Thank you Paul

not problem gary all best

lol very good Carol

That is so true I e had it a number of times, in the last two minutes the meal is still good 😳👌🤷‍♂️

Luckily I can share them or take them home for later Alan, always helps

Thanks so much Richie, still shocked everyday

It was bloody spicy Pauline 🥵

@GaryEats well, I hope you didn't pay the penalty the next day!

I’m pleased it gave you some great memories

Thank you so very much Karen and you make a really valid point 👍

You are more than welcome Jamie, top man

Gally

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Why to pay taxes, for the lazy people who not working and stay on benefits, no thanks, no offence

I would guess it's to avoid paying credit card processing fees. I doubt a restaurant that does this much business could get away with tax evasion by not reporting income lol

​@@Falcon-um7vo TRUE ! I am sure that HMRC keeps a close eye on them ! 🤔

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Glad you enjoyed it Mona. Thank you for watching and have a lovely weekend

Banks charge 1.8 % to bank the cash Debit card fees are 1.2 % paid the next day and 80% of people pay by card nowadays. I used to think like that but running our ice cream parlours id prefer card only

Card processing companies/banks charge every business fees, being a restaurant is irrelevant.

Pop it in the pocket and stop paying taxes to these corrupt freaks that run Our planet

@@Taylor40667 So, if you deposit £1k cash in the bank, they will charge you £18.00?

They probably use the cash to pay their staff.

Patrick I didn’t either

@@GaryEats You should have tried their liver with ginger, it was delicious, I still make it at home.

Absolutely brilliant

I understand completely Ryan

Same. Keep cash going.!!

Cash is not king, it’s very outdated. You’re just stubborn, in denial that cashless payments are more popular and afraid of change. Pathetic!

lol 😂

Thanks for the tips!

I’ve already been but it’s very very pricey. Should I go back and review it?

@@GaryEats I think so! The steak stones are really cool!

Lol that's brilliant Tel, gave me a good laugh

I'm happy with either Ian and can't wait

It was good but not outstanding both food and service Monica

Well, aside from That, it's quicker and cheaper (no card fees)

​​@@starilvaracash is NEVER quicker 😂 I always internally groan when someone gets their purse out in Asda

​@@PotatoPirate123 It's all about control tho if you pay by card within milliseconds they know everything about you

I don't think British restaurants pay American tax.

@@ryandunbar6507 it's not really all about control though is it Ryan, it's about convenience. I LOVE them knowing everything about me. My bank app is my favourite thing and it's helping me save and budget like nothing else. Cash can go to hell for me, but it's my personal opinion. Only time I ever use it is for Chinese. I lost 20 quid the other week because it blew out of my pocket thanks to those stupid new banknotes. Never lost digital currency.

When in Rome, do as Romans do!!!

Yes, I travelled in China and noticed the service is brusque in popular restaurants. The country is so rammed, there are so many people, it’s just the way of doing things there. Trying to get on public transport, I remember missing 2 busses, as soon as one arrived, people rushed it, pushing past. I thought it was rude, and then thought, if I’m polite, I’m never going to get on and rushed the next one. When in Rome and that.

I always laugh at the cultural difference between polite attentive service in Japan with the complete opposite in China both in the country and overseas. I always wonder what the Chinese make of it when they visit Japan it really is chalk and cheese.

I prefer abrupt waiting staff, i want good food, fairly quick, not for them to stand round chatting, not there to make friends.

That's fair enough, thank you for watching

I really appreciate that Martin, it means a lot

Cheers 🥂

Yes, but Karen's restaurant is a gimmick. Much the same way as Faulty Towers type establishment's are. This lot 😢😢😢😢Allan&Family

Karen's is hilarious, however you are quite right it's a gimmick restaurant

It’s on a list 👍

Telling people how to eat. What an endearing quality. And you spelt synergise incorrectly.

​@@nickmoranis2865 I can't tell if that's sarcasm or not. I didn't mean to tell people "how to eat" but rather explained "how to eat Chinese like the Chinese". And it's the American spelling.

@@j.d.4697 The American spelling is wrong. And you are patronising. With a s not a z.

@@j.d.4697 And you literally said “how to properly eat Chineze “

@@nickmoranis2865 Oh dang, for some reason I thought I was replying to Gary and started wondering if he hit his head. Didn't realize I was wasting my time on some random troll, my bad.

Great story but I haven’t seen that film Jason 👍

I was thinking that too. The menu was far too extensive. I’d rather have a smaller menu with food cooked to order.

The whole art of wok cooking is pre preparation! This doesn’t usually mean frozen or processed.

Watch some video’s on Chinese wok cooking. Everything is pre chopped, sauces ready to go. Their wok burners are ridiculous, they are like jet engines, food cooks in a few minutes.

Having said that, they will velvet their meat with baking soda, use tons of MSG, loads of seed oils. Wouldn’t say it’s healthy.

It's definitely not,

Haha 😂😂 very good ! OFAH

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Glad you liked the look of it Marcus

😂 it does marcus I'm gunna order a Chinese now

I didn't know they sold them!

Hi Wayne

Thanks Mike, I had them in the evening

Thank you and have a superb weekend

The food was good Robin