Sometimes, a gimmick is all you need. I remember the clown inviting himself onto the pitch after the World Cup final in 2022, trying to celebrate with the winners. None of them had a clue who he was.
My wife and I went into this restaurant a few years ago as we happened to walk past whilst on a trip to London. We had never heard of the place nor the guy at that time. Sat down and was shocked at the prices, so had a burger each. It was basically full of what looked like a mixture of Arabian royals, Albanian gangsters, and “influencers”. One table totally summed up both the place and the modern world. A young couple, or even possibly brother and sister, were sat at a table (no more than 18). They looked impossibly rich, and didn’t speak a single word to each other. They both just stared blankly onto their phones. They both looked totally miserable. Suddenly, a procession of waiters appeared at their table with food, sparklers going off, and music playing, they immediately starting filming each other, pulling geeky faces, talking to the camera, and acting like they were the happiest people on the planet. It was all a show for the camera. I have never seen a transformation like it. The girl, took off the hoody she had been wearing (complete with hood up and sunglasses on) to reveal a plunging neckline top and make up she had spent hours on. The charade lasted no more than a couple of minutes. As soon as the waiters left, and this show was over, she put her hoody back on, and both went back to their phones. They didn’t say another word to each other the entire time. It was genuinely like being at a circus.
Humans are brainwashed .. technology was our downfall . Humans don't need no asteroid to come and exterminate us . We will eventually do that to ourselves ... 😢
You’ve beautifully summed up all that is wrong with today’s shallow, self entitled, false, irritating and corrupt Society in a few sentences. I’d be happy to dine with you and your good lady anytime. Promise - no phones 🤣
Salt Bae has to be one of the greatest grifters and con artists of modern times. Even managed to gate crash Messi. Fair play to him for easily hoodwinking so many rich and famous cretins.
If I were a millionaire, I still wouldn't fall for this hyped up bilge. Give me a pub steak and a few beers anytime, enjoyed with the company of like-minded friends.
Same I’m not ever paying that . I did buy a 40 euro steak once and that did taste good but I don’t like the thought of paying 600 that’s just somebody laughing at you for giving them money for nothing
Well the others should hold themselves accountable or it’s like feeding animals at the park… they will never learn to hunt Sorry buddy welcome to the world
@@GaryEats just seen your Philly cheesesteak review my friend who lives in London took me there too. Great spot highly recommend it. Keep up the good work Gary.
Really? I been waiting for an honest review on this place for ages, and Gary is the man to do it, but he didn't even go into the place but sat outside..I didn't expect him to order the gold leaf tomahawk steak....its massive and could feed four people, but he could have shared the atmosphere, and bought a lesser priced steak...not an set menu! He may have well ordered an omelette.
20 years ago a place like this would be dead from the first day. But thanks to the social media and the many stupid, snob people, this joke is still run well😂
I've been a catering butcher for over 50 years and serve places like this, anyone who pays that price has more money than sense and needs to see a shrink!!
Good for the views tho! People are interested in his restaurants and what these RUclipsrs reviewing restaurants think about them. Gary reviewing a fish n chips restaurant? Meh to a non Brit. Gary reviewing Nusr-et? Oh yes!
@@Ex0rz Hang on mate, Aussies love fish and chips too! Aaaand now i'm hungry. Chips and proper brown vinegar I want. Wonder what other countries love fish and chips, surely it's spread through the Commonwealth
Most of his restaurants around the world have closed as people realised it was just a kings in the all together syndrome..and it was nothing special just bland overpriced food.
If Gary was a TV presenter, he’d be earning ridiculous money. I contend that his videos are easily good enough to be on television and he deserves every success. Not many channels with his number of subscribers manages to get 1300 comments in 2 hours either! This is brilliant. Thank you very much for your hard work Gary! 🙏
Bravo from stateside. No recall of precisely how I found your channel @GaryEats, yet I'm fortunate I did. I'm not a "foodie" in any regard.....it's YOUR personality, wit, and positive disposition that finds me watching each video to conclusion. Thank you Gary for bringing a much needed element of JOY via your channel/reviews. Again, BRAVO....and cheers! -David
Wow what can I say. You need a medal for going there. Price is crazy, as you say 4/10 I think you are being very kind. When I think how many people you could feed for over £600 plus service charge! Thanks as always for showing whats out there. Your camera man always does a perfect job too. Love to you all. ❤
I’m a soldier, so I’m often drawn to watching news on the wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Lebanese/Israeli border here on RUclips but when I need to escape the madness I come here and suddenly the world is a nicer place. I love your gentle manner, I wish there were more like you, the world would be a nicer place. You and your son have created a seriously special place on RUclips,cheers guys
After what he did at the end of the World Cup final, grabbing the cup off the Argentinian players and putting salt on the cup itself he should have been jailed! Total egomaniac.
As a Yorkshire man, you feel the need to tell people you're a Yorkshire man as if it gives you some sort of qualification to give your opinion. You're like the Irish. Can't walk into a bar without telling the bar staff where you're from.
I could win £200m on the Euromillions, and I still wouldn't go anywhere near that place. Also, if the total cost is £42.90 - then that is the price that should be listed on the menu!
i would have written this very same comment. I'd even go further, i'd fucking go to the closest competitor and spend 10x times the amount just to fuck this place, obviously would have to win the lottery first
“Pictures of Salt-Bae everywhere….maybe he likes himself”….brilliant. Surprised this place was still open as his restaurants seem to have been closing in other cities. Steak looked like it was carved weird. Need some veg and bread included.
It looked like just one step up from a dog's dinner. Defecated mashed potatoes straight from a funnel and a piece of meat that really didn't look like steak but tasted good ? ... He's mentally ill this cook, but then if he finds clients as mentally ill as himself then it works out... SAD.
Salt bae is sat in one of his vast apartments laughing his head off at the fools who go in his restaurants and waste their money. This is the same guy who managed to get on the pitch after the world cup final and annoy everyone
Salt Bae is Turkish for "Prententious Upstart". Disgusting prices for below average food. You have been to number of "expensive" restaurants in the past but the difference is that they had quality food and great places for a treat - anniversary etc but I wouldn't go the this poor excuse for a top restaurant even if you paid me. Thankyou you for showing this muppet up for what he is. Thankyou Gary. Always a great & honest review.
Yes, he is a kurdish. Do you know how he become famous? He was the mistress of a very rich businessman at Turkey. Yes, you read that right! The guy was old and married. Anyways, then his boyfriend opened him his first restaurants and paid for a big social media campaign. The guy also owned a few tv station. He was a nobody and in a few days he became very famous.
Like you say, for £39 in Knightsbridge for 3 courses, including steak, that's not bad. 3 McDonald's courses are £15 these days. I think £630 for a tomahawk is ridiculous considering it would be £30-60 from a butcher for a large quality cut.
£630 for the tomahawk wow. Enjoyed my £3.00 rump from Tesco the other day. Presentation was soulless, prices out of this world. All in all a bit depressing. Fantastic video Gary, have a great weekend.
I can remember the rip off that was nouveau quisene, going into a rip off restaurant , paying God knows what for a plate with sod all on it , a spoonful of mash , a few peas , a tiny lamb chop with a small spoonful of watery gravy . We were told by the waitress it was to be looked at and admired rather than eaten . We skipped the dessert and went to the local fish and chip shop . Food at last ! Wish we'd gone there first .
If you are daft enough to pay those prices, then don’t complain when the bill arrives! Love the channel Gary, don’t let a few faceless idiots get you down mate. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@@geordiejones2 You seem to be a sad little troll - I normally don't feed you guys, but man, you're trying SO hard to get noticed on here with the same old comment pasted or repeated again and again (and again) (Oi! - me! me! - look at me, under my bridge!), that I felt I should really help you out... There you go! - You got a response and some attention - enjoy the troll version of a dopamine hit from it.... 👏 Seriously though, if you don't like Gary's content, and just feel the need to bang away at your keyboard with inane and pointless (your favourite word, it seems, which is in this case, deliciously ironic) comments about what YOU want to see, and moaning about not wanting to hear about Gary's life and thoughts in general etc, then y'know, maybe move along, take your trolling and vitriol elsewhere, and let the rest of us enjoy Gary's down-to-earth, honest reviews and interestingly open thoughts and musings in general, regardless of whether it's about the review or something completely random... Alternatively, maybe just have a quiet word with yourself and be a better, nicer person - you might even find that people start liking you(!) - go on, give it a try - you've nothing to lose, and everything to gain... 👍👍
Gary for the price of the tomahawk steak you could fly BA to Cape Town, stay in a 5 star rated hotel and have a five course (wine pairing included) supper at the renowned fine dining restaurant The Test kitchen or The Potluck club. The whole salty bae thing is a rip off. Nice video Gary
Love your reviews Gary. After seeing your positive comments on both the mash and the flavor of the steak I was expecting maybe a 5 or 6 but was surprised with the 3.5. You seemed to enjoy the sushi appetizer to some extent as well. I know the prices are crazy but the 3 course set menu at 39 quid, seemed ..almost reasonable considering you were in Knightsbridge. Oh well, it’s your call!
Aah Gary I just love your honesty - but more than that I appreciate how respectful you are to the folks who work so hard in these places, whether or not the food is value for money.
Gary, saying that you were ordering off the mega expensive menu, was a very subtle message to those naysayers that assumed you were earning £19000 per week. Literally rubbing salt bae into their wounds 🤣. Cheers mate.
When you’re abroad they say you should look for restaurants that are busy and full of locals as it means you’re getting a good meal at decent prices. By that measure, 3 customers and exorbitant prices means AVOID, AVOID, AVOID! Thanks for taking one for the team 😂. Subscribed!
Your first point is very valid and something I usually abide by when I go on holiday abroad but you have to remember that food vloggers usually go to restaurants in the UK as early as possible to avoid the crowds!... Every other food vlogger I watch does this and they're always empty and I'm sure I've heard Gary mention that he does that too.
I’d agree with that comment because if a restaurant is busy they’re turning over the food every night so there’s nothing hanging around, so it’s always fresh.
And New York has highly overrated food made out of mediocre ingredients compared to in Europe or Japan Not to mention u will get robbed by Jamal outside if ur out after 7pm lol bunk city filled with leftist low IQ CROOKS
Not sure if you’ve been yet but if not, I’d suggest going to Temper City. Great place for live fire cooking and the steaks are delicious. Lots to choose from including Carnitas and Taco’s. It’s a treat not cheap location but we really enjoy going.
I absolutely detest having to scan for a menu! UGH! It just makes everyone at the table get out their phones and start scrolling lol! Sorry for the rant. Amazing review as usual and your charming personality really brightens our day.
Yet another wonderful review. i would never dream of setting foot across the threshold of this ‘restaurant’. To those souls who frequent such places, “Stupid is, as stupid does!” The fact that the establishment was almost empty speaks volumes about its reputation Thank you again for brightening my day, Sir.
The plate the fillet was served on looked like something that came out of my mum's wooden sideboard back in the 70's. Thanks for another honest review Gary.
So unique, genuine and original. I think this is what keeps me coming back for more. Seriously speaking though, you are so different from what I have seen on you tube. Fantastic!
I live in the UAE where the average Salt Bae customer has a million quid car and a half million quid watch. 690 quid for a steak isn't going to register as spending money. Fair play to the guy, though, he's a butcher who found a way to rinse the rich!
I like to think people recommend places like this as it’s a place that intrigues them and they know they’ll get on honest review from you. Love that channel Gary ❤
This food was barely acceptable to anyone outside Knightsbridge. The steak and mash was underwhelming in its visual impact. The meal as a whole was less than enticing for a return, and that should be the first thought of any restaurant owner. The owners ego was bigger than the meal.
I admire that you take the time to go through and answer a good portion of comments, despite having almost 1,800 of them. Great review as always! Look forward to seeing your channel at 1 million subscribers in the future, because you definitely deserve it.
I notice that the menu-board outside (00:57) features “desert” options. Sweet sand-wiches, perhaps? Rocky road? Complete-absence-of-forest cake? [added later: my point for those who missed the word-play, was that the menu featured a misspelling of “desert”-a waterless, often sandy, desolate area of land-instead of “dessert”, a sweet course at the end of a meal.]
Hi Gary, I have never been and don't plan on going there either, as I have a problem with the pricing, hype and Salt Bae himself. But a colleague from the hospital went there with his wife on their anniversary and he almost had a heart attack, the bill for the two of them was almost 1900£. Just absurd if you ask me, but glad you reviewed it, as when you read off the main menu, the prices were just from another planet. 😅 I would eat a Hawksmoor any day before going th any of Sal Bae's restaurant. But I have to admit that what you ordered from the set menu looked good but quite small portions. Another fantastic review, mate and what a great review it was. Have a wonderful rest of your weekend, buddy and enjoy the summer! Speak to you when I am back in a bit over two weeks time! 😊
I have seen quite a few videos of people eating at Salt Bae's restaurants all around the World and the two things they all mention are the ridiculous prices and a lack of consistency (steaks will be overcooked or undercooked), and with his prices every piece of meat ought to be cooked to perfection every single time.
I’d have been very underwhelmed by that lunch! Thank you for reviewing so the rest of us can avoid it 😊 That baklava looked as dry as the desert! Happy weekend to you and the cameraman x
Gary as always, thanks for the video. Sometimes, dine in out for a family. Is a rare treat. You have gave me some great advice and honest choices. Keep up the amazing work
People are missing a screw, even if they are rich, to pay such prices for that food. Even with the complementary photos of the owner everywhere. I'm not British and often British food looks a bit odd to me and expensive, but I love to watch your video's. Honest and unbiased to the point. Keep going Gary !!!
A tasteless starter, a tiny steak and a stodgy pud all for £39. I don't know whether to laugh or cry. 🤣 Yet another chef too big for his boots. Have a great weekend Gary. 😘
If you look up "Emperors New Clothes" in the dictionary there's a picture of Salt Bae! When the best thing about a restaurant flogging £500+ steaks is their mashed potato then there's problems!!
£39 is not too bad. You shouldn't expect a large portion for a filet steak in any case. Shame about the starter and desert though and the main menu prices are crazy.
I'd be no good as a lottery winner going to these places. If my win was in the millions there is no way I'd pay much above what you paid for any of the steaks on the menu. One thing about coming from a humble background is that you know the value of these things instinctively, you also know when you are being taken for a ride. If you'd spent £39 buying a Greggs for yourself and a few homeless you'd have been more satisfied. So would the homeless and probably so would we. Another good review Gary.
I'm mean it's just principles if you truly have any lol. I would never intentionally let myself be taken for a mug and it makes feel like shit if ever happens, Doesn't matter if I have £500 or £5,000,000 in my bank account! This Bae guy will never get a penny of me that's for sure.
Wow. Thanks Gary enjoyed that. I had to rewind to make sure I heard it correct. Absurd. Glad you fed cameraman tho. Very thoughtful. Thanks both. Great viewing
When that steak and mash appeared on screen I burst out laughing 😂😂😂. As they say in Turkey Isemek !!! This is what makes this channel great !!! Saves you making a very expensive mistake !!! Cheers Gary 👍👍👍
For the same price of the Tomahawk you could comfortably book a weekend return ticket to Istabul including hotel stay and eat a lot of much tastier and authentic Turkish cuisine, you might even have some change left over out of that £600.
The fact that a chef would become famous for how he sprinkles salt on steak tells you everything about what's wrong with social media today
On his arm too! Who sprinkles guests seasoning on his arm?!!!
Butcher not a chef get the facts right earn respect
Sometimes, a gimmick is all you need. I remember the clown inviting himself onto the pitch after the World Cup final in 2022, trying to celebrate with the winners. None of them had a clue who he was.
What is wrong with the world, not social media, the world.
Agreed😊
My wife and I went into this restaurant a few years ago as we happened to walk past whilst on a trip to London. We had never heard of the place nor the guy at that time. Sat down and was shocked at the prices, so had a burger each. It was basically full of what looked like a mixture of Arabian royals, Albanian gangsters, and “influencers”.
One table totally summed up both the place and the modern world. A young couple, or even possibly brother and sister, were sat at a table (no more than 18). They looked impossibly rich, and didn’t speak a single word to each other. They both just stared blankly onto their phones. They both looked totally miserable. Suddenly, a procession of waiters appeared at their table with food, sparklers going off, and music playing, they immediately starting filming each other, pulling geeky faces, talking to the camera, and acting like they were the happiest people on the planet. It was all a show for the camera. I have never seen a transformation like it. The girl, took off the hoody she had been wearing (complete with hood up and sunglasses on) to reveal a plunging neckline top and make up she had spent hours on. The charade lasted no more than a couple of minutes. As soon as the waiters left, and this show was over, she put her hoody back on, and both went back to their phones. They didn’t say another word to each other the entire time. It was genuinely like being at a circus.
the world has gone mad
Humans are brainwashed .. technology was our downfall . Humans don't need no asteroid to come and exterminate us . We will eventually do that to ourselves ... 😢
You’ve beautifully summed up all that is wrong with today’s shallow, self entitled, false, irritating and corrupt Society in a few sentences. I’d be happy to dine with you and your good lady anytime. Promise - no phones 🤣
Humanity is finished. It was a nice experiment for the universe while it lasted I guess.
Restaurants like that have those types of crowds. Surprisingly a bunch of gangsters lol😅😅
Salt Bae has to be one of the greatest grifters and con artists of modern times. Even managed to gate crash Messi. Fair play to him for easily hoodwinking so many rich and famous cretins.
You’re completely right, Michael. He has hoodwinked a lot of people.
Even though I think he's a twat, I agree with you. No harm in taking money off the super rich who love indulging in 'conspicuous' consumption.
I mean. Is it he who is the idiot. Or everybody sucking up to an obvious fraud? :D
He should sell double glazed windows too 😅
Hope he has a little hoover to clean all the salt he wasted on his arm...skin flaked all over the food nasty
If I were a millionaire, I still wouldn't fall for this hyped up bilge. Give me a pub steak and a few beers anytime, enjoyed with the company of like-minded friends.
Agree with you Kevin
People do this for the brag
Same I’m not ever paying that . I did buy a 40 euro steak once and that did taste good but I don’t like the thought of paying 600 that’s just somebody laughing at you for giving them money for nothing
@@Hh-tu5bhI recall the song, ‘money for nothing, quids for free’.
@@johnnunn8688 You've recalled it wrongly!
The fact that people can pay 650 quid for a steak while others starve, tells me the world is fucked.
Great point
Well the others should hold themselves accountable or it’s like feeding animals at the park… they will never learn to hunt
Sorry buddy welcome to the world
Double that if it's covered with edible gold.
I will spend my money, that i earned, as I please.
You want to give your money to others? Do so and mind your own business..
@@derekgleeson1353 maybe one day u will have money to do what u say champ. Keep working hard… life will change for u if u do mate
Finally a actually honest food reviewer I would listen to and trust
Thank you James
@@GaryEats just seen your Philly cheesesteak review my friend who lives in London took me there too. Great spot highly recommend it.
Keep up the good work Gary.
Really? I been waiting for an honest review on this place for ages, and Gary is the man to do it, but he didn't even go into the place but sat outside..I didn't expect him to order the gold leaf tomahawk steak....its massive and could feed four people, but he could have shared the atmosphere, and bought a lesser priced steak...not an set menu! He may have well ordered an omelette.
20 years ago a place like this would be dead from the first day. But thanks to the social media and the many stupid, snob people, this joke is still run well😂
Yep I agree with you
Well put..
20 years ago, alot of crap we have to put up with today woudn't fly.
Living in sad times , thank god our times were not like this.
@@ChristosNikiforosI miss they good ol days of common sense.
When men were men and women were ladies.
U missed spelt snob
You meant nob
All those pictures of Salt Bey around the place remind me of pictures of Sadam Hussein everywhere in Iraq
That is a very good point, Anthony
😂😂🎉🎉😂🎉
Saddam Hussain is your father
@@GilesHartop d1k
I've been a catering butcher for over 50 years and serve places like this, anyone who pays that price has more money than sense and needs to see a shrink!!
Pay more to farmers to raise this beef
Very overpriced
@@GaryEats I still don't get why people feel honoured to eat here I mean what's so special abt salt Bae to justify charging over £600 for a steak
@@MampsUK No one felt honored there, it was a one time thing. Most celebrities ate there once and they never went back.
@@challenger516 yeah I guess it's a trial and error thing like when we go to restaurants when u heard a lot of hype abt it
Why would anyone want their salt rolled down the hairy arm of a waiter before they ate it
I agree completely
exactly 🤮
@@GaryEats I do something similar with tomato sauce.....
@@mindtpi hahaha that made me laugh
People who pay for social Media and likes, and not quality class
Whoever recommended you go to a Salt Bae restaurant just wants to watch the world burn 😂 thanks for taking one for the team Garry
Proper wing man there 👌🏻
Good for the views tho! People are interested in his restaurants and what these RUclipsrs reviewing restaurants think about them. Gary reviewing a fish n chips restaurant? Meh to a non Brit. Gary reviewing Nusr-et? Oh yes!
TBH - Seriously, I was ready to unsubscribe if Gary had ordered off the A La Carte Menu.... 🙁🙁🙁
@@Ex0rz Hang on mate, Aussies love fish and chips too! Aaaand now i'm hungry. Chips and proper brown vinegar I want. Wonder what other countries love fish and chips, surely it's spread through the Commonwealth
@@Ex0rz morbid curiosity is also a form of genuine interest alright :D
This nice bloke deserves more subscribers. His honest and on point.
Thank you
Most of his restaurants around the world have closed as people realised it was just a kings in the all together syndrome..and it was nothing special just bland overpriced food.
Ridiculous pricing, honestly silly
Casual eating has had it's day unfortunately. Good food is worth paying for but that accounts for about 20% of restaurants
But... it's the 'Salt Bae's' restaurant. How could it be BLAND???😮
Deport him to Gaga land.
The general public is dumb. Thoughtless robots.
If Gary was a TV presenter, he’d be earning ridiculous money. I contend that his videos are easily good enough to be on television and he deserves every success. Not many channels with his number of subscribers manages to get 1300 comments in 2 hours either! This is brilliant. Thank you very much for your hard work Gary! 🙏
That’s very kind of you, thank you. I’m not sure I would be good enough for TV but that’s kind praise
Nope! He doesn't have the over the top tv personality. That's why I like his reviews.
Proper bloke for sure 👍🇬🇧
@@GaryEats Too good for TV. Keep Gary Gary.
The first course looked like Boris 😂 ! Another brilliant review Gary 👍
Bravo from stateside. No recall of precisely how I found your channel @GaryEats, yet I'm fortunate I did. I'm not a "foodie" in any regard.....it's YOUR personality, wit, and positive disposition that finds me watching each video to conclusion. Thank you Gary for bringing a much needed element of JOY via your channel/reviews. Again, BRAVO....and cheers! -David
Wow David. Thank you, very big praise and I appreciate it
Gary this makes my beloved Mykonos sound cheap ❤❤❤But for sure we don’t do silly Mykonos prices either we enjoy wonderful dining at normal prices …❤❤
Wow what can I say. You need a medal for going there. Price is crazy, as you say 4/10 I think you are being very kind. When I think how many people you could feed for over £600 plus service charge! Thanks as always for showing whats out there. Your camera man always does a perfect job too. Love to you all. ❤
That’s very kind to say thank you very much Susan and this restaurant is just simply pretentious
This is exactly what happens when a chef becomes popular but not for his cooking skills
He's not a chef.
Who are you referring to ?
"chef" 😂
@@unnamedchannel1237Salt Bae
Butcher he was never a chef
This has to be one of the saddest plates i have seen in my life.
I've had tv dinners with better presentation, seriously wtf
It really wasn't good was it
😂
well put
@@GaryEatsit needed a sauce and some veg for sure 😅
Agree spot on
the steak.and mash looks like a kiddies meal.
Yep lol
@@GaryEats but without the greens!
It's lunch. Those 3 portions looked more than enough for a lunch.
I'm going on a whim and am gonna guess you're slightly large :P
When I first saw that steak, I thought it was a piece of something else.
Your honesty is refreshing Gary 🙂
That’s very kind and appreciated
I’m a soldier, so I’m often drawn to watching news on the wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Lebanese/Israeli border here on RUclips but when I need to escape the madness I come here and suddenly the world is a nicer place. I love your gentle manner, I wish there were more like you, the world would be a nicer place. You and your son have created a seriously special place on RUclips,cheers guys
That's incredibly kind of you to say about me and the CM. Most importantly, please take care of yourself. Thank you.
We want a review on the place not details about your personal life.
I 100% Agree! .... Gary's Reviews Make My Day!
As a veteran myself mate, do not let the stupid quarrels in the Middle East bother you, once one is done another starts is what I’ve learned.
big Marin I Really agree with you. 😅.
Love the honesty here, again, on this channel... no wonder the audience is growing so quickly. Respect.
Thank you!
After what he did at the end of the World Cup final, grabbing the cup off the Argentinian players and putting salt on the cup itself he should have been jailed! Total egomaniac.
M a r k e t i n g
I've heard, that's just utterly ridiculous
Not a criminal offence unfortunately…. Ego and being a twat
Lol😂
What a loser
Love your channel. You keep it real, respectful, and down to Earth. Stay true, Gary.
Thank you very much, Joseph
Gary as a Yorkshire man, we learnt that a fool and his money are easily parted 🤮🤔
Hardly vomit worthy 😆
as a manc, I agree - laughable and for rich idiots who think the minimum wage is too high and that pay too much tax
Yes these prices are ridiculous
Can't take it with you, Yorkshire Man
As a Yorkshire man, you feel the need to tell people you're a Yorkshire man as if it gives you some sort of qualification to give your opinion. You're like the Irish. Can't walk into a bar without telling the bar staff where you're from.
You are the most unbiased honest assessment critic out there. I’m not surprised you have over 100K subscribers. Keep up the great content.
I appreciate that! Thanks so much
Pointless comment not a review.
@@geordiejones2 there is always one wannabe intellectual out there!
I could win £200m on the Euromillions, and I still wouldn't go anywhere near that place. Also, if the total cost is £42.90 - then that is the price that should be listed on the menu!
Completely agree. One of those places where you know you’re being ripped off so avoid.
Agreed. Not my type of place
But it's not compulsory, you're just a tightwad if ask for it to be deducted.
i would have written this very same comment. I'd even go further, i'd fucking go to the closest competitor and spend 10x times the amount just to fuck this place, obviously would have to win the lottery first
10% service charge, which will be stated on the menu and you can ask for it to be removed
Love the comments, really refreshing to listen too. Watched a couple of episodes and really enjoy your style and accurate description. Excellent work
Thank you very much Michael, take care of yourself
“Pictures of Salt-Bae everywhere….maybe he likes himself”….brilliant. Surprised this place was still open as his restaurants seem to have been closing in other cities. Steak looked like it was carved weird. Need some veg and bread included.
I really appreciate that, thanks so much lol
It looked like just one step up from a dog's dinner. Defecated mashed potatoes straight from a funnel and a piece of meat that really didn't look like steak but tasted good ? ...
He's mentally ill this cook, but then if he finds clients as mentally ill as himself then it works out... SAD.
@@Team33Team33 mash looks like it came out of a mr whippy ice cream van machinbe
Salt bae is sat in one of his vast apartments laughing his head off at the fools who go in his restaurants and waste their money. This is the same guy who managed to get on the pitch after the world cup final and annoy everyone
He is a very annoying character
I am not sure it seems pretty empty
There are con men and there is Salt Bae
Salt Bae is Turkish for "Prententious Upstart". Disgusting prices for below average food. You have been to number of "expensive" restaurants in the past but the difference is that they had quality food and great places for a treat - anniversary etc but I wouldn't go the this poor excuse for a top restaurant even if you paid me. Thankyou you for showing this muppet up for what he is. Thankyou Gary. Always a great & honest review.
Hello Robert, I hope you’re well and thank you very much for your comment. It is one that I fully agree with.
He’s not from Turkey, he’s Nicaraguan
@@lakevacm he was born in Pasali, Turkey 🇹🇷
Actually he is Kurdish. Not Turkish.
Yes, he is a kurdish. Do you know how he become famous? He was the mistress of a very rich businessman at Turkey. Yes, you read that right! The guy was old and married. Anyways, then his boyfriend opened him his first restaurants and paid for a big social media campaign. The guy also owned a few tv station. He was a nobody and in a few days he became very famous.
Like you say, for £39 in Knightsbridge for 3 courses, including steak, that's not bad. 3 McDonald's courses are £15 these days. I think £630 for a tomahawk is ridiculous considering it would be £30-60 from a butcher for a large quality cut.
I have to say, I just think this restaurant is overpriced and pretentious and for people with more money than brains
This is one of the best reviews that seems so genuine and honest compared to ppl who complain about the prices and don't focus on the food as much
That’s so kind to say thank you very much Jon
£630 for the tomahawk wow. Enjoyed my £3.00 rump from Tesco the other day.
Presentation was soulless, prices out of this world. All in all a bit depressing.
Fantastic video Gary, have a great weekend.
Thanks so much Andy, have a good one 👍
£3.00 for a steak you must be a rich man, i enjoyed my Aldi rump much cheaper
I bought 2 kilos of ribeye off the meat wagon today for £20, imagine how much that would cost if he sprinkled some salt on it 😂😂
If you want a tomahawk, which is nice but mostly for show, then you can go to Costco and get one for about £50
I would have left him a tip, the 4'oclock at Sandown.
630 ackers for a steak. At least Dick Turpin wore a mask
Indeed lol
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Salt bae wears sunglasses. Does that count?
I can remember the rip off that was nouveau quisene, going into a rip off restaurant , paying God knows what for a plate with sod all on it , a spoonful of mash , a few peas , a tiny lamb chop with a small spoonful of watery gravy . We were told by the waitress it was to be looked at and admired rather than eaten . We skipped the dessert and went to the local fish and chip shop . Food at last ! Wish we'd gone there first .
This is simply overpriced, pretentious nonsense Nicolas
If you are daft enough to pay those prices, then don’t complain when the bill arrives! Love the channel Gary, don’t let a few faceless idiots get you down mate. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I really appreciate that, thank you my friend
Pointless comment not a review.
@@geordiejones2 You seem to be a sad little troll - I normally don't feed you guys, but man, you're trying SO hard to get noticed on here with the same old comment pasted or repeated again and again (and again) (Oi! - me! me! - look at me, under my bridge!), that I felt I should really help you out...
There you go! - You got a response and some attention - enjoy the troll version of a dopamine hit from it.... 👏
Seriously though, if you don't like Gary's content, and just feel the need to bang away at your keyboard with inane and pointless (your favourite word, it seems, which is in this case, deliciously ironic) comments about what YOU want to see, and moaning about not wanting to hear about Gary's life and thoughts in general etc, then y'know, maybe move along, take your trolling and vitriol elsewhere, and let the rest of us enjoy Gary's down-to-earth, honest reviews and interestingly open thoughts and musings in general, regardless of whether it's about the review or something completely random...
Alternatively, maybe just have a quiet word with yourself and be a better, nicer person - you might even find that people start liking you(!) - go on, give it a try - you've nothing to lose, and everything to gain... 👍👍
@@geordiejones2 who’s asking you to say anything? Another keyboard warrior I see. I’ll say whatever I want
Bloody hell ! Sorry wow that's ridiculous prices . Good on you for trying it though. Great review from you both again . ❤
Gary for the price of the tomahawk steak you could fly BA to Cape Town, stay in a 5 star rated hotel and have a five course (wine pairing included) supper at the renowned fine dining restaurant The Test kitchen or The Potluck club. The whole salty bae thing is a rip off. Nice video Gary
You'd get change from a fiver in my local steak house 😊
Yep! Sounds much better and thank you
As my grandma would say Gal’ - It’s all fur coat and no knickers innit 😉
Couldn't agree more
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ha! perfect - my grannie said exactly that
Love it, my old nan's favourite comment to, realise years later she was so spot on!
Love your reviews Gary. After seeing your positive comments on both the mash and the flavor of the steak I was expecting maybe a 5 or 6 but was surprised with the 3.5. You seemed to enjoy the sushi appetizer to some extent as well. I know the prices are crazy but the 3 course set menu at 39 quid, seemed ..almost reasonable considering you were in Knightsbridge. Oh well, it’s your call!
Thank you, much appreciated. It was an ok steak for what it was!
The irony, no salt from the salt/seasoning master.
That is a very good point Anne
Mate I’m watching your vids, it’s nice to see a man after my own heart review London. Never change brother I love it, keep up the good work
Thank you Bruce take care
Aah Gary I just love your honesty - but more than that I appreciate how respectful you are to the folks who work so hard in these places, whether or not the food is value for money.
That’s kind to say Paula 🌹
Pointless comment not a review.
Pardon?
Gary, saying that you were ordering off the mega expensive menu, was a very subtle message to those naysayers that assumed you were earning £19000 per week. Literally rubbing salt bae into their wounds 🤣. Cheers mate.
Thank you, glad you noticed!
Very pricey Gary food didn't look good don't think he will last long
I thought Gary had to be pranking us when he showed that menu. I snorted when he said "I'm not crazy".
Yeah - that was not lost on me either! Well done, Gary!
Exactly what I thought 😂
You guys are living the dream! RUclips success has never been more deserved. Great stuff
I really appreciate that, thank you
Eating at this dive doesnt really seem like "living the dream" 😂
Pointless comment not a review.
@crashin1 bonding with his son, eating all over the country & building a successful youtube channel. Sounds amazing to me
When you’re abroad they say you should look for restaurants that are busy and full of locals as it means you’re getting a good meal at decent prices. By that measure, 3 customers and exorbitant prices means AVOID, AVOID, AVOID! Thanks for taking one for the team 😂. Subscribed!
Your first point is very valid and something I usually abide by when I go on holiday abroad but you have to remember that food vloggers usually go to restaurants in the UK as early as possible to avoid the crowds!...
Every other food vlogger I watch does this and they're always empty and I'm sure I've heard Gary mention that he does that too.
You're right ✅...
Always keep your eyes peeled ,for the hidden Gem ...
I’d agree with that comment because if a restaurant is busy they’re turning over the food every night so there’s nothing hanging around, so it’s always fresh.
I really appreciate that, thank you for subbing!
@@davidholgate123 Something I hadn’t thought about…good point!
Price is so high even for New York that a food critic wrote ''you may wonder if the meat is mundane , yes it's mundane.''
😂😂 ouch
In Uzbekistan 🇺🇿 can get steaks fors English moneys 20 pence .crazys
@@RyanBroome-k9p Well you know what they say: " it's all about location" ;);)
And New York has highly overrated food made out of mediocre ingredients compared to in Europe or Japan
Not to mention u will get robbed by Jamal outside if ur out after 7pm
lol bunk city filled with leftist low IQ CROOKS
Crazy crazy pricing,i thought 35 quid fish and chips was crazy but this takes the gold Gary,another great vid
Yep! Thanks James
Totally agree Gary, Hawksmoor knocks spots off this place. Great review as always, keep them coming
Not even close
Not sure if you’ve been yet but if not, I’d suggest going to Temper City. Great place for live fire cooking and the steaks are delicious.
Lots to choose from including Carnitas and Taco’s. It’s a treat not cheap location but we really enjoy going.
Thank you very much for the recommendation. I have not visited yet but I will take a look Andrew.
Brilliant!!!
I didn`t expect that!!
Never eaten there and never wanted to, but glad you have "taken one for the team" !
Thanks Heather. I would avoid 😂
Pointless comment not a review.
Your reviews are competent articulate and well rounded. You're likable too
I really appreciate that, thank you
I absolutely detest having to scan for a menu! UGH! It just makes everyone at the table get out their phones and start scrolling lol! Sorry for the rant. Amazing review as usual and your charming personality really brightens our day.
@@RT-hh3vl Exactly. I recently tried to take my family to a ramen shop and none of us had our phones - so we just left.
I totally agree! Thank you
If they tell me to scan or click on whatever, or card only... I just leave.
@@SuitedConnectors I love it!
I agree, it's as if handing out a menu is too much effort, but they'll still add a service charge!
I am always so impressed that at the start of each video you safely make it across the street. Please keep them coming.
I need to be very careful as I’ve had a couple of close calls
Yet another wonderful review. i would never dream of setting foot across the threshold of this ‘restaurant’. To those souls who frequent such places, “Stupid is, as stupid does!” The fact that the establishment was almost empty speaks volumes about its reputation Thank you again for brightening my day, Sir.
I really appreciate that, thanks so much
I swear your the only thing on the internet that keeps me sane! Bad news after bad news I need a bit of Gary😂
I’m sorry you’re getting some bad news, I hope everything improves
@andreal7056 absolutely... Gary makes my day too. Love watching his reviews... always fair and honest.
Great video Gary. Have never been to a Salt Bae restaurant and will never. Thank you for again waking one for the team! Best wishes.
Thank you very much for your comment Steven
There is no sauce, not even melted butter with the steak.
This is simple Barbara. Do you never ever ever visit, it’s overpriced and pretentious
No whole grain mustard? Not a little green salad with a hearty dressing? Geeee… so sed…
The plate the fillet was served on looked like something that came out of my mum's wooden sideboard back in the 70's. Thanks for another honest review Gary.
The presentation was shocking Linda
So unique, genuine and original. I think this is what keeps me coming back for more. Seriously speaking though, you are so different from what I have seen on you tube. Fantastic!
Thank you so much Graham, I try to mix it up
I live in the UAE where the average Salt Bae customer has a million quid car and a half million quid watch. 690 quid for a steak isn't going to register as spending money. Fair play to the guy, though, he's a butcher who found a way to rinse the rich!
Indeed, a different clientele altogether
I also live in Dubai (20 years now), and I'd rather spend a tenner at Ravis in Satwa.
A supreme conman.
"I live in the UAE..."
I'm so sorry.
@@IntoTheWhite04 Donald trump school of conman
Loved your summation, thank you, Gary. Really made me chuckle.
That’s very kind, thank you very much
I like to think people recommend places like this as it’s a place that intrigues them and they know they’ll get on honest review from you.
Love that channel Gary ❤
Thank you. Yes I do too, I'm happy for all recommendations even if they're not popular
A friend in the industry says that the edible gold leaf is about £3 a roll. Idiots think that this plastered over a piece of meat is opulence. 😂😂
I agree totally mad price
I really don't get gold leaf on food, wasteful and pointless
People this days pay for stupidity...let me buy my steak and cook it home 😂😂😂
I work in the industry, and it is true. Also, we don’t eat it. It’s for bling bling customers and I diots
Gold flakes would put me off my meal.
First video I've watched since Gazza told us he doesn't earn 19K a month and he's gone to Nusr-Et. 😂😂😂
LOL
He needs to earn 19K this month to pay for it 😂😂
I thought that. 😂❤❤
Deserves every penny of his £87k a week…….😂
I thought that and said how ironic lol
Gary, i would be embarrassed to be seen if people thought I was paying £690 for a steak. You summed the place up perfectly.
I have to say, I felt embarrassed sitting outside
Those prices! The Harry & Paul "I Saw You Coming" sketches coming to mind.😂 Thanks for taking the hit Gary!
A bit of fun lol 😂
This one is going to be interesting, cheers for all the uploads Gary. Keep doing your thing!
I really appreciate that, thank you
Lovely getting a Gary Eats video drop on a Saturday!
Thanks so much Paul!
@GaryEats: Pleasure, pal.
This food was barely acceptable to anyone outside Knightsbridge. The steak and mash was underwhelming in its visual impact. The meal as a whole was less than enticing for a return, and that should be the first thought of any restaurant owner. The owners ego was bigger than the meal.
It’s my wife’s 40th birthday this year, would you recommend this as a good place to take her?
This is one I would never recommend to anyone Dave definitely far better out there
Great review Gary, my son has been here and he said he thought Hawksmoor was better. I’m still saving up to go to Hawksmoor…😀😀😀
Thank you, Hawksmoor much much better
I admire that you take the time to go through and answer a good portion of comments, despite having almost 1,800 of them. Great review as always! Look forward to seeing your channel at 1 million subscribers in the future, because you definitely deserve it.
I try to reply to every single one, it's very difficult and that's very kind thank you.
Pointless comment not a review.
I'm the waiter who served you.
Once again thanks for 19k tip you left. Didn't have to give me a month's wages mate. 😉
Funny.
Not at all you W⚓️
@@jacklee8420 weird response
Don't mention it, I left the Rolls Royce just outside that you can take with you as well
I notice that the menu-board outside (00:57) features “desert” options. Sweet sand-wiches, perhaps? Rocky road? Complete-absence-of-forest cake?
[added later: my point for those who missed the word-play, was that the menu featured a misspelling of “desert”-a waterless, often sandy, desolate area of land-instead of “dessert”, a sweet course at the end of a meal.]
This is simply one to avoid, totally overpriced and pretentious
*We British are fully capable of passing the salt at the table 😊👍*
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I agree completely
Most people who go there are not British.
@@minigrande1939Most people in London are not British.
Hi Gary, I have never been and don't plan on going there either, as I have a problem with the pricing, hype and Salt Bae himself. But a colleague from the hospital went there with his wife on their anniversary and he almost had a heart attack, the bill for the two of them was almost 1900£. Just absurd if you ask me, but glad you reviewed it, as when you read off the main menu, the prices were just from another planet. 😅 I would eat a Hawksmoor any day before going th any of Sal Bae's restaurant. But I have to admit that what you ordered from the set menu looked good but quite small portions. Another fantastic review, mate and what a great review it was. Have a wonderful rest of your weekend, buddy and enjoy the summer! Speak to you when I am back in a bit over two weeks time! 😊
Frank, all I can say is I don't blame you! Hawksmoor is miles better. I really appreciate that, thank you Frank. Have a superb break.
Hawksmoor or Blacklock, any day.
I have seen quite a few videos of people eating at Salt Bae's restaurants all around the World and the two things they all mention are the ridiculous prices and a lack of consistency (steaks will be overcooked or undercooked), and with his prices every piece of meat ought to be cooked to perfection every single time.
Yep, doesn't shock me
40 for 3 courses including a good steak in Knightsbridge is a good deal. But you position it as if you're eating the tomahawk for 600
If you watch my previous video you’ll see this was Irony
A good steak? I'm surprised he could find it, it was that small.
Nah, that's lame. Will find a different channel lol
have a lovely weekend gary i hope your son is feeling better❤
Thanks so much
“What excellent mashed potatoes. Many years since I’ve had such an exemplary vegetable.’ 😂
Gaga
For mash get Smash lol
lol
I think I might mash up some potatoes and serve them at my front gate. Price? £10 or £20?
I think £30!
Gary. Throughout darkness you cheer me up. Much appreciated as always
Sam, keep going. Wish you all the best.
@@sampower1735 don’t feel down!!! Life is to short!! 🥰
@Liam.921 yeah I suppose but when you live with a disability you wish you were aborted at times
How's my mate Sam getting along..? Wishing you the best as always! 🙏
@@TelThePower not the best unfortunately
I just love your channel. Really interesting and amusing! Thank you.
Thank you very much that’s really appreciated
I’d have been very underwhelmed by that lunch! Thank you for reviewing so the rest of us can avoid it 😊
That baklava looked as dry as the desert!
Happy weekend to you and the cameraman x
I really appreciate that, thank you
Gary as always, thanks for the video. Sometimes, dine in out for a family. Is a rare treat. You have gave me some great advice and honest choices. Keep up the amazing work
Thank you so much for that comment Kohn
People are missing a screw, even if they are rich, to pay such prices for that food. Even with the complementary photos of the owner everywhere. I'm not British and often British food looks a bit odd to me and expensive, but I love to watch your video's. Honest and unbiased to the point. Keep going Gary !!!
I agree with you, very overpriced and thank you
Thanks Gary spot on no presentation/too pricey 👍
Thank you very much William
Blimey, £630 for a steak! I’d want the whole Cow for that.. Great review as always Gary.
Hilarious
Thanks Tony and agreed 👍
In Nz you could easily buy the whole cow and have it butchered at that price
Yep. You could definitely buy a whole bullock (steer) for that money. And butchered correctly, it'd feed a family of four for months.
A tasteless starter, a tiny steak and a stodgy pud all for £39. I don't know whether to laugh or cry. 🤣 Yet another chef too big for his boots.
Have a great weekend Gary. 😘
😁 you too Vicky!
If you look up "Emperors New Clothes" in the dictionary there's a picture of Salt Bae! When the best thing about a restaurant flogging £500+ steaks is their mashed potato then there's problems!!
Exactly what I was going to say.
Well said
Spot on Greeno, well said
Well said Greeno! ….Smithy
Pointless comment not a review.
£39 is not too bad. You shouldn't expect a large portion for a filet steak in any case. Shame about the starter and desert though and the main menu prices are crazy.
I agree if the quality was good, Matt, but unfortunately it wasn’t for the main menu, the prices are simply ridiculous
I'd be no good as a lottery winner going to these places. If my win was in the millions there is no way I'd pay much above what you paid for any of the steaks on the menu. One thing about coming from a humble background is that you know the value of these things instinctively, you also know when you are being taken for a ride. If you'd spent £39 buying a Greggs for yourself and a few homeless you'd have been more satisfied. So would the homeless and probably so would we. Another good review Gary.
Thank you very much and I agree with you completely
I'm mean it's just principles if you truly have any lol. I would never intentionally let myself be taken for a mug and it makes feel like shit if ever happens, Doesn't matter if I have £500 or £5,000,000 in my bank account! This Bae guy will never get a penny of me that's for sure.
Your hospitality experience really shone through here. A thoughtful, knowledgeable review as always. Keep going with these reviews mate.
Thanks so much Steve
Wow. Thanks Gary enjoyed that. I had to rewind to make sure I heard it correct. Absurd. Glad you fed cameraman tho. Very thoughtful. Thanks both. Great viewing
Glad you enjoyed it Barry
Gary, I’m pretty sure the service charge is not compulsory? I say no and bung the server a few quid.
A better idea John
When that steak and mash appeared on screen I burst out laughing 😂😂😂. As they say in Turkey Isemek !!! This is what makes this channel great !!! Saves you making a very expensive mistake !!! Cheers Gary 👍👍👍
What does that mean in Turkish James? Lol and thank you!
@@GaryEats Piss Take !!! Now go to bed and sleep !!! If you can’t sleep just count all your RUclips millions 👹👹👹
When I watch you - I always have something to eat with me, because I always end up hungry afterwards lol.... keep up the good work Gary
That’s very kind to say, thank you very much
"You have to be off your rocker" pretty much nailed it Gary.
Indeed Michael, far too much money
For the same price of the Tomahawk you could comfortably book a weekend return ticket to Istabul including hotel stay and eat a lot of much tastier and authentic Turkish cuisine, you might even have some change left over out of that £600.
I just think this restaurant is overpriced and pretentious
I guess this was a "Mis" steak. Oh yeah, I'm back.
I think I'll be seeing that pun a fair amount on this video
I see what u did there 😂
They asked Gary (& the camera man) if he wanted to have his meal on the roof-top terrace but he said "No, the steaks are too high"
I'll get me cote
Wheeeeeeey
Mis, not bad not bad, from an upper class admirer, Sir loin. Now look who's back!
Great honest reviewing again Gary . Top lad
Thank you very much