I Went to IAN'S The MOST EXCLUSIVE Restaurant in BENIDORM where you have to BOOK WEEKS in ADVANCE!

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024

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  • @Gary-x3f
    @Gary-x3f 4 месяца назад +3

    Best vlog I’ve seen of you where you looked chilled and relaxed and really looked like you were enjoying it.The food looked delicious and that is what you expect from such a highly rated restaurant. Hope you finished the night off well.

  • @davidambiguous4650
    @davidambiguous4650 4 месяца назад +5

    Now that is my kind of holiday , chilled , relaxed , fine food 10/10🌟

  • @fishtigua
    @fishtigua 4 месяца назад +3

    That menu was pretty much the same we were cooking at the bistro in the 80's. Not knocking it, it's good food, but love Spanish food, and you may notice from my knick-name, love fish and seafood. £50 a head was a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. A good evening like that makes a holiday.

  • @forgottencas2272
    @forgottencas2272 4 месяца назад +3

    I must say I'm a bit surprised the focus is on British food and not Spanish, but that said.....wow, that is definitely my sort of meal. Big, hearty portions with proper, good quality ingredients. The chicken kiev looks amazing. This sort of food might be old fashioned, but there's a reason it's popular.

  • @ruthyb
    @ruthyb 4 месяца назад +1

    Ians is the best! The food is amazing and so is the service. Such a friendly welcome and lovely surroundings! Lots of laughs too! Have been many times and it's a must do each time we go to beni! And yes the chicken kiev is like no other. Incredible!

  • @thechatterguys
    @thechatterguys 4 месяца назад +3

    Lee that was an AMAZING reveiew, you looked so relaxed. Michael and Mary were brilliant guests and fair play to them for inviting you, one of your best reviews in a long time. We are booked in for a week on Sat and I've now picked my choices. Kiev and definitely that Cheese cake, my mouth was slavering. It looked an amazing experience. Been before but ages ago. Ill say hello to Adam for you 😂 Thank you. Hope you enjoyed your quick break

  • @gasrwe
    @gasrwe 4 месяца назад +2

    great vlog food looked amazing so nice of the couple to invite you along hope you had a great time

  • @ianm2170
    @ianm2170 4 месяца назад +4

    The finished products look like they're from an episode of the Galloping Gourmet, circa 1968.

  • @kevinmott6205
    @kevinmott6205 4 месяца назад +1

    The food wow! lovely place. Would defo go there. Great presentation, good sense of humour from Ian and co. Not being up themselves. I just got they loved serving their customers. Loved the vlog Lee thankyou.

  • @christuck-n7e
    @christuck-n7e 4 месяца назад +4

    Hilarious Lee, your mum would have been pleased to see you eat your greens!! cant believe you didnt pick up the tab

  • @louisstennes3
    @louisstennes3 4 месяца назад +4

    Hard to vicariously taste the food however the nicest thing about this dining experience is that you basically own the table for the night. I am sure the prices have to be considered when you have the entire table but to me that is so rare and wonderful.

    • @Simon-50gtf
      @Simon-50gtf 4 месяца назад

      @@louisstennes3 yeah own it for the night ..that being 2 hrs only! 🤣
      Apparently they open evenings 7pm.to 9pm only..

  • @callumellis3505
    @callumellis3505 4 месяца назад +4

    Youre good company Lee. No wonder they asked you. Fair play to them.

  • @debbiesheila5002
    @debbiesheila5002 4 месяца назад +3

    That was us sat behind you. We watch you all the time. Husband was like that’s him with electric car that’s a load of crap lol. Love watching your reviews brilliant

  • @lynnerowlands5052
    @lynnerowlands5052 4 месяца назад +3

    They were a lovely couple. and to invite you to eat with them .fantastic place and lovely food xx❤

  • @malcolmpritchard4882
    @malcolmpritchard4882 4 месяца назад +1

    Lee glad you had a great time food looks amazing and great seeing you so relaxed, what a great couple and nice of them to invite you really all we want if a good meal better than we can make at home 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @joeking4206
    @joeking4206 4 месяца назад +1

    We were in the Canfali Hotel in early June which is a 2 minute walk from there. I guess it wouldn’t have mattered because of the waiting list, but thanks for the tip. Having been snobby about Benidorm for years I now love it especially the old town and the poniente side. Great video.

  • @helgabullabong
    @helgabullabong 4 месяца назад

    What a great place. Proper food, proper portions, great value. I'm so impressed you could relax and take your time. Ian 2 was lovely too. Makes me want to book a flight to Benidorm just to go there! Cheers

  • @waynekaminski5438
    @waynekaminski5438 4 месяца назад +5

    What is impossible to translate into print is the flavor and texture of that meal. For those that slag off that the chicken was on steroids, go back and listen to how the Chicken Kiev was prepared. The breast is pounded out. The fact that the chicken was not at all dry is a testament to the chef's technique. All the comments about this restaurant being no better than pub food, there is no accounting for lack of taste. If I would be in Lee's position, I would have dropped whatever the hell I was doing for the experience of getting into this restaurant knowing that otherwise there would be no way of gaining entry. Excellent video!

    • @robtok1968
      @robtok1968 4 месяца назад

      @@waynekaminski5438 comment of the week 👏👏👏

  • @stephaniewhite9526
    @stephaniewhite9526 4 месяца назад +1

    So pleased to see you back in Benidorm. It looked a wonderful restaurant.

  • @steven1515
    @steven1515 4 месяца назад +1

    Hi Lee, I just watched your latest vlog in that beautiful restaurant. I have to say it looks very homely and friendly and not overcrowded. The steak looked amazing👍 medium spot on, saute potatoes, my favourite. The only thing I would say is obviously it's not a cheap place to go to but it's great for something special 👌enjoy your vlog👍🍺🇪🇸 ps one of the best food reviews👏

  • @peterjeffries75
    @peterjeffries75 4 месяца назад +1

    What a lovely video, Lee. I'm stuck in hospital on the Isle of Wight after a major op. That's given me the impetuous to get well and go there. Thanks again for the enjoyment. 😉👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  4 месяца назад

      Hey Peter!!! Just want to say hi and get well soon and keep your spirits up. Big hugs my friend. Lee. 🕶️

  • @petermaher7182
    @petermaher7182 4 месяца назад +11

    You get a invite for a meal and let the couple pay for themselves tutoring tut tut

  • @Shazzoley
    @Shazzoley 4 месяца назад +1

    Hi Lee glad to hear you have had a good time at Ian’s as the good look lovely and delicious. ❤️❤️

  • @chrisgrange4460
    @chrisgrange4460 4 месяца назад +11

    Looks nice but I must be old fashioned and would never wear a cap in a restaurant

  • @loneranger5928
    @loneranger5928 4 месяца назад +1

    Lee is having the life of Lee in Benidorm.
    The food looks delicious and at a reasonable price. The chicken Kiev is huge. You'd think it's a turkey .
    The cheese cake yummy yummy
    I can't believe that you can have the table all night, It's great, as it makes it a compatible eating experience .
    Chicken Kiev would love to tast it . Next time going to Benidorm will try a book a table.

  • @robtitheridge9708
    @robtitheridge9708 4 месяца назад +1

    What a loverly couple.and the place and food looked fantastic ,i can see why they get such great reviews,

  • @charlesnash8441
    @charlesnash8441 4 месяца назад +1

    What a lovely couple, Lee. Ian's looked awesome, I was eating my tea while watching this - no contest 🤣.
    Thanks for sharing and keep them coming.

  • @ali5on
    @ali5on 4 месяца назад +3

    Circa 1980, blast from the past, the menu, the décor. However it did look pretty amazing, and a chicken on steroids. What lovely owners.

  • @anthonyrobson9791
    @anthonyrobson9791 4 месяца назад +2

    Love the look and quality of the food , it's the people who make the place what it is , and no shouting or angry chefs in there I hope 😂, I always like to sample local cuisine when away but that looked ooooooooooooh 😮😮😮lol 👍

  • @barryvincentredmond3973
    @barryvincentredmond3973 4 месяца назад +1

    Watching this from Cairns Australia Lee.Havnt seen your travel vlogs since you visited these shores in march this year.Cheers.

  • @stanpilok8656
    @stanpilok8656 4 месяца назад +1

    Wow....Wow...Wow! Now that is MY KIND of restaurant. Filet Mignon looks spectacular.

  • @S4M134R1W
    @S4M134R1W 2 месяца назад +2

    So glad I’m of crappy work today you know what I’ll be doing don’t you?!!! I’ll be watching every single Benidorm video today and I cannot wait
    I’ll be out there in October be great to meet you out there one day! You going back out there again this year Lee? I’m thinking on going in February next year what’s the weather like then Lee? if you’ve been in feb? I love the early morning flights out to Alicante

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  2 месяца назад +1

      Hey!! Enjoy your day off work and enjoy watching the sunshine. Hopefully going back this year. Love the old town. Have a fantastic time in October.

    • @S4M134R1W
      @S4M134R1W 2 месяца назад

      @@TheMacMaster thank you Lee, I can fell the warmth coming through the screen!! Been watching a lot of the Benidorm ones today absolute binge watching! Be great to see you out there one time mate yeah the old town is the best can’t beat it got everything you need. Have a nice time the next time you go buddy 👍🏼 all the best

  • @shedman123
    @shedman123 4 месяца назад

    Book your flights then book your table at Ian's.
    Top spot, everything is cooked fresh, you have your table for the evening, and the guys there are fantastic...we go everytime we're in Benidorm. Already booked for September and Xmas...love it!

  • @spike7101
    @spike7101 4 месяца назад +1

    I've been to Ians twice and brilliant both times, that pate is to die for!

  • @robertthrossell4321
    @robertthrossell4321 4 месяца назад +2

    Gr8 vid Lee, I think you were battered like the Kiev 🍺🍷🤣

  • @simonlyons4511
    @simonlyons4511 4 месяца назад +2

    Got to agree with you all it looked absolutely amazing 10+ all day long

  • @tracyblyth
    @tracyblyth 4 месяца назад +1

    Going in October booked the restaurant this morning thanks Lee looking forward to it ❤

  • @karlsmith25
    @karlsmith25 4 месяца назад +1

    well presented food :) will have to try Ians when i next go :)

  • @clairedavies6898
    @clairedavies6898 4 месяца назад +1

    Great vlog Lee, we love Ian’s, already booked for October 🥰

  • @Carol_in_Spain
    @Carol_in_Spain 4 месяца назад +1

    Nice one Lee.
    We used to live nearby and often ate in Ians.

  • @SonnyB273
    @SonnyB273 2 месяца назад +1

    I thought it might be pretentious, like a Michelin restaurant but it looks relaxed and down to earth. I'd definitely try it.... sometimes if a restaurant doesn't have competition it can be over-hyped as some have said.

  • @christinehodge3608
    @christinehodge3608 4 месяца назад

    What lovely looking food, and good company, a nice evening had by all,

  • @jcfallows
    @jcfallows 4 месяца назад +2

    Hi Lee not commenting on your latest video yet I just watched the car wow guy test the new hybrid 911 Carrera GTS. He also is taken around a race track with a pro driver! Wow what a machine! I would like you to buy one of these as a last hooray to petrol!

  • @jonhigginson4096
    @jonhigginson4096 4 месяца назад +1

    Shandypants! You were hammered! Looked fab, just booking for October so could well give em a call and see about getting a table.

  • @jmfarrell5
    @jmfarrell5 4 месяца назад +1

    Good food… good company… great laughs 😋👏🏻👏🏻

  • @kevinsmoother
    @kevinsmoother 4 месяца назад +1

    Hammered at the end there lol!!! Looks like Berni Inn circa 1986 not in a bad way, in a good way

  • @Superbokka
    @Superbokka 4 месяца назад +1

    Looked great Lee. I'd definitely have a meal there for sure.

  • @rachelshonahague5718
    @rachelshonahague5718 4 месяца назад +1

    What a gorgeous little restaurant Lee. Quality over quantity for once. Xx

  • @philipgubbins9485
    @philipgubbins9485 4 месяца назад +1

    Hi Lee looks like you really enjoyed that steak and cheesecake. I'm in Benidorm in October so wanted to book a table for 4 .... OCTOBER FULLY BOOKED!!!! Can you recommend any other nice restaurants, it's the 1st time in BENI. We are stopping for a week at the Regente hotel in Rincon area. All the best Lee ...

  • @mdk5112
    @mdk5112 4 месяца назад +1

    Fantastic video Lee,a pleasure meeting you

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  4 месяца назад

      You Too.

    • @Robot-i1v
      @Robot-i1v 4 месяца назад

      @@TheMacMaster@mdk5112 great you had him along and great video. Now guys - where did you go for drinks and what did you have ? 🍺 🍹 ? Reveal all

  • @MartynCampbell-ib5gr
    @MartynCampbell-ib5gr 4 месяца назад

    That will be a restaurant I will book when take family next year great review Lee 🌈🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️ I love Benidorm also Palma nova xxxx Tenerife is too samey it all looks the same been there so many times now I just love Benidorm and Mallorca flight times are perfect like that restaurant x great review with lovely couple 🌈🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️

  • @anthony63772
    @anthony63772 3 месяца назад

    Absolutely fabulous video..loved it.. cheers Lee

  • @DarrenS-q4v
    @DarrenS-q4v 4 месяца назад +1

    Hope they’re open end of January when we’re there next. Will try and book. Although a well done steak is sacrilege. Bet the chef was well upset. Medium rare to medium all the time 🥩 👍

  • @stevecaldwell9001
    @stevecaldwell9001 4 месяца назад

    19c and very wet in London.
    Good summer we are having.
    I can't wait for summer in November....

  • @sarahillingworth2718
    @sarahillingworth2718 4 месяца назад +1

    Watching from Fleetwood Wetherspoons lol.. there's also currently alot of people from the Midlands in Blackpool . Food 9 ❤️

  • @brewsterkits
    @brewsterkits 4 месяца назад +1

    i couldnt see what was so great about it, yes its nice, friendly and good food , they stick to what they do and are good at it , and thats all you want from a restaurant

  • @tonydunn3559
    @tonydunn3559 4 месяца назад

    Visited Ians Restaurant last year just the 2 of us ,booked straight away for july this year for 5 this time all disappointed this time ,and won't book again ,staff are brilliant, none of us enjoyed our food ,and the portion of veg for 5 people no different from years previous for two ,definitely worth a visit.

  • @DamoDrives
    @DamoDrives 4 месяца назад

    We went 2 weeks ago and booked again. Really good food, lovely atmosphere and more than anything the staff are lovely. My daughter had the chicken Kiev and could not finish it , the video and your reaction still does not get over the size of it …. It’s like an entire chicken

  • @harrysilvers7519
    @harrysilvers7519 4 месяца назад

    Looked really nice place, liked the no hurry, food excellent going by comments

  • @michaelwalton4118
    @michaelwalton4118 4 месяца назад

    Great vlog pal, food looked great. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @andrewthomas2349
    @andrewthomas2349 4 месяца назад +1

    That was a terrific meal lee 165 that's cheap great work nice people you had the invite from aswell

  • @carolmurray5569
    @carolmurray5569 4 месяца назад +1

    That cheese cake looked delicious, especially being a baileys one, looked a nice restaurant and friendly staff 👍👍

  • @colindarroch4022
    @colindarroch4022 4 месяца назад +2

    I have got to say that food looked absolutely delicious.

  • @craigwhitworth2597
    @craigwhitworth2597 4 месяца назад +1

    We made the vlog!!!!!! were at 10.27 (Family at the top table at Sherrys) & walking past the window at 13.33, dont forget to try Sue's Darts bar for the best burgers and unique bar set up

  • @carolcr4024
    @carolcr4024 4 месяца назад +1

    Going to be even longer waiting list now!😮😮 Wow.😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋
    If you are still in Benni at the weekend you have got to meet James and Helen of By the Curb who are heading your way. Know you love meeting other vloggers 😎

  • @OL_VLOGGS
    @OL_VLOGGS 4 месяца назад +3

    How much wine did you drink loool you look merry by the end

  • @robblack7560
    @robblack7560 4 месяца назад +4

    We ordered the soup in the basket but it didn't last very long.

  • @carlchapman1773
    @carlchapman1773 4 месяца назад +5

    Do a regular vlog where you get viewers to buy you a meal….

  • @Britishworld-UKBaileyMC9361
    @Britishworld-UKBaileyMC9361 4 месяца назад

    Love your video hope you enjoying your foods lol but anyways keep up the great work:)

  • @foxechef51
    @foxechef51 4 месяца назад +2

    And the new word of the week is 'phenomenal'.

  • @DrCMac-2025
    @DrCMac-2025 4 месяца назад +1

    Nice one ❗️ I'm buying some peppercorn sauce at the grocery store tomorrow ❗️ I have 6 beef shish kebabs & 4 lamb shishkebabs in the fridge. Gonna try cooking them in the peppercorn sauce ❗️Yummo 👀👍❗️

  • @imagseer
    @imagseer 4 месяца назад +2

    That's a review we can believe from the atmosphere alone. I wonder if Benidorm has an equally good real Spanish restaurant?

  • @Elsie-uy2kl
    @Elsie-uy2kl 4 месяца назад

    That food looked divine. So much so that my mouth was watering. 😀

  • @terrilongden275
    @terrilongden275 4 месяца назад +2

    Im going to benidorm next friday. I said to my fella "oohh im looking forward to some good food" my fella replies "me to" i said "whats the first thing we should eat?" He replied with a clap of his hands "a ham and cheese toastie" 😂 i was like "wtf...are you actually being serious" he said "yeah spanish ham and cheese toasties are ace"😂😂.

  • @GrahamElby
    @GrahamElby 4 месяца назад +2

    Looks great 😊

  • @gillianbarlow-livinginthew6318
    @gillianbarlow-livinginthew6318 4 месяца назад +1

    The food looks amazing. That steak cut like butter. Nothing worse than a tough chewy steak. I would love to try the chicken Kiev as it’s one of my favs.

  • @mikewest2428
    @mikewest2428 4 месяца назад

    Great video and what an amazing resturant you guys were great together😂

  • @emmashub05
    @emmashub05 4 месяца назад +1

    I love a Baileys cheesecake… It’s one of my favourites.

  • @stethemeterman1968
    @stethemeterman1968 4 месяца назад

    Really enjoyed this video everyone looked so happy

  • @davidmalarkey1302
    @davidmalarkey1302 4 месяца назад

    Fantastic food fantastic company great restaurant what's not to like.

  • @Raylufc
    @Raylufc 4 месяца назад

    Absolutely fantastic. I thought it would be more expensive than than that

  • @mikecain565
    @mikecain565 4 месяца назад

    That is by far & away the best ever meal I think you have filmed Lee, No wonder its booked up weeks in advance !

  • @SimonM-63
    @SimonM-63 4 месяца назад +1

    The place looks fantastic 👌

  • @simong7539
    @simong7539 4 месяца назад +1

    If your travels in Thailand take you to Pattaya try to get a table at Harlan's. You won't regret it.

  • @dianeshepherd7913
    @dianeshepherd7913 4 месяца назад

    Looked amazing food, and definately worth the money high end ingredients, lovingly cooked, and prrsented 😊

  • @HelenShort-xt9jl
    @HelenShort-xt9jl 4 месяца назад +1

    The food at Ian’s looks absolutely delicious.

  • @Megavector2022
    @Megavector2022 4 месяца назад +2

    Menus a bit 1970's but if it works it works, and I'd rather have good hearty portions like those than this tasting menu malarkey that's popular now where you are paying good sovs for food that you need a magnifying glass to see on the plate. Gets my vote.

    • @hongk0ngfu3y
      @hongk0ngfu3y 4 месяца назад +1

      i associate chicken Kiev with frozen findus pancakes. As a 70's kid they were the fridge fillers along with fish fingers, ice pops and if you were really posh, A Vienetta

    • @Megavector2022
      @Megavector2022 4 месяца назад

      @@hongk0ngfu3y I was being polite 🙂Findus frozen pancakes, I used to like them! I wonder if arctic roll was on the menu?

  • @cattwelton7410
    @cattwelton7410 4 месяца назад +1

    Tried to book but they’re on holiday when we are there. Gutted. Love your videos. PS steak should be medium rare 😂❤

  • @ghost70
    @ghost70 4 месяца назад +1

    Looks amazing food, just worried about the portion sizes as i could easily polish off the steak , entire tray of veg and potatoes , plus the bread and a starter. As its pricey food i would be missing a course , probably starter so think i would be looking for macy D or local kebab house on way back to hotel.

  • @nptify
    @nptify 4 месяца назад +6

    i'm sorry Lee but i think it's hyped, I don't think I would wait 4 or 5 weeks just to eat a kiev or even a steak, you're in Spain ,eat something nice!!

  • @darrenfoy220
    @darrenfoy220 4 месяца назад

    Its comfort food. Some people like that. It is very very good food. If you want traditional Spanish food there are lots of superb places also.

  • @issachunt3418
    @issachunt3418 4 месяца назад +2

    Is this near Tapas Alley Old Town? And it looks really good but I like Spanish food in Spain.

  • @Cony-hr6ft
    @Cony-hr6ft 4 месяца назад

    Food looks amazing, wish we had one in London ❤

  • @MeLittleBelter
    @MeLittleBelter 4 месяца назад

    Brilliant video Lee really enjoyed that one ❤

  • @BOATLUXE
    @BOATLUXE 4 месяца назад +10

    Did you actually let that couple pay for the bill after they allowed you to join them and you made a video out of it? LMAO

  • @paulheyes8100
    @paulheyes8100 4 месяца назад +1

    Bien etcho .first 2 words I learned in Spanish.Love my food well done as opposed to bloody.

  • @JB-Thatisme
    @JB-Thatisme 4 месяца назад +3

    The 1970's has just called and asked for the menu back 🤦🏻‍♂️😆 Benidorm > Blackpool in the sun. You couldn't pay me to go!

    • @catharine1108
      @catharine1108 4 месяца назад

      😂

    • @robtok1968
      @robtok1968 4 месяца назад

      @@JB-Thatisme I'm sure the tourist board will be saddened Marco Pierre White won't be joining them ffs

  • @catrionaoconnell6317
    @catrionaoconnell6317 4 месяца назад +1

    Ians is on my list to try..
    Try Paneils in old town best steak iv ever eaten.

    • @MsGeoffh
      @MsGeoffh 4 месяца назад +1

      Enough reviews don’t you think?!? Oh and another one he says and continues to read ALL of them…geee.

  • @paulwright6056
    @paulwright6056 4 месяца назад +1

    That looked like a meal from the 1970's,however the fried Brie did look nice.I would have had the swordfish as it is not easy to get these days.The place is only for nostalgia purposes (i am in my 70's)

  • @ashleyberry1116
    @ashleyberry1116 4 месяца назад +9

    Is this a joke? 😂😂