Reviewing an IKEA RESTAURANT - THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY!

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  • @paulmcglinchey8260
    @paulmcglinchey8260 10 месяцев назад +143

    Strangely addictive these videos and hugely accurate from Gary every time

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +9

      That’s really kind of you Paul thank you 🙏

    • @jerryoshea3116
      @jerryoshea3116 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@GaryEatsWhich IKEA was this? I had a X GF who lived very close by to the one in the NW London..There Furniture was useless ( unless it's improved?) But the Home Decor stuff very tasteful!..But the less said about the Grub the better! ..( But Scandinavian food is real quality,buf if ur looking for Spicey that's not really their thing! It's more about quality& freshness of the ingredients!

    • @jerryoshea3116
      @jerryoshea3116 10 месяцев назад +2

      Because he's down to earth& he's giving a fair& honest review! It's like hanging out with someone..and his Vids are very Professional& clear and concise!

    • @TheDeejaydex
      @TheDeejaydex 8 месяцев назад +1

      I love how Gary calls it how he sees it, and is thinking about the value too.

    • @Ondolite
      @Ondolite Месяц назад

      Restaurant reviews, whether written or visual are the most relaxing and comforting thing going.

  • @arma21regency
    @arma21regency 10 месяцев назад +120

    My go to meal at IKEA is the meatballs followed by the dime cake and I am never disappointed

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +11

      The perfect combination!

    • @reetpateet8656
      @reetpateet8656 10 месяцев назад +3

      Ditto!

    • @ianthomas1060
      @ianthomas1060 10 месяцев назад +4

      Its worrying you have an IKEA 'go to meal' for me....

    • @arma21regency
      @arma21regency 10 месяцев назад +6

      @ianthomas1060 i have a go to spoons meal as well, which will probably give you sleepless nights

    • @ianthomas1060
      @ianthomas1060 10 месяцев назад

      @@arma21regency No, Its a pub who do crap food, not a furniture store..... Bloody great difference.
      'I fear IKEA' - google that for a laugh pls.....

  • @janetpendlebury6808
    @janetpendlebury6808 10 месяцев назад +26

    Here in Australia Ikea does a fantastic breakfast, bacon, sausage, toms, baked beans, mushies and eggs, for under $10.00, you can also add meat balls.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      That’s sounds brilliant value Janet 🇳🇿

    • @athcnv
      @athcnv 4 месяца назад

      @@GaryEatsooh! 😃are you going to do the IKEA breakfast as well? 😁

  • @Adam-zq5rw
    @Adam-zq5rw 10 месяцев назад +55

    Thanks for taking one for the team Gary with those fish and chips!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +5

      Any time Adam 🤣

    • @timcrook2231
      @timcrook2231 8 дней назад

      Legend ✨️ 💪

  • @peterolley7159
    @peterolley7159 10 месяцев назад +30

    Totally agree with everything said about the ikea food , it’s not gourmet but the meat balls and gravy taste really good 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you Peter I agree with you

  • @PatrickPenn-zc4hi
    @PatrickPenn-zc4hi 10 месяцев назад +26

    Ikea Swedish meatballs with gravy and Lingonberry Jam Is my death row meal Gary. I always buy a few packets of gravy mix and meatballs to take home every time I visit Ikea. And agreed, the Dime Bar cheese cake Is to die for. So buttery and Choccy melty. I need a shower.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +4

      It was fantastic Patrick. Enjoy your shower 🤣

  • @naturalexplorer
    @naturalexplorer 10 месяцев назад +16

    Bargain. Get the 12 meatballs, coffee and that dessert slice you had on a Friday at half price. Cost you something like 7 quid for a large satisfying meal. You have an addictive manner with your food videos. I always seem to watch them.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much 👍🏼

  • @reklaw3603
    @reklaw3603 10 месяцев назад +10

    be queuing out the door on a friday. good review, I have had the meatballs before in Glasgow store. Truly was tasty like you say. Another good honest review, many thanks

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Hope you enjoyed

  • @danielproulx7288
    @danielproulx7288 10 месяцев назад +32

    Gary you are so altruistic toward the cameraman.............to selflessly give him two meals to eat. Your kindness brought a tear to my eye 🤣🤣🤣 With that being said, I don't live near an IKEA but if I did I would definitely go for Swedish meatballs on a Friday. Enjoyed the review.............Cheers.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +9

      Lol, you can't same I'm not generous now!

  • @Northernirelandproperties
    @Northernirelandproperties 10 месяцев назад +107

    As a regular IKEA customer my go to is just some cake and coffee then on the way out grab 2 hot dogs with onions and mustard and ketchup JOB DONE Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +4

      Job done indeed. Good choice

    • @erik_ludwig
      @erik_ludwig 10 месяцев назад +3

      Ketchup on a hot dog? Gross! 🤨

    • @unnamedchannel1237
      @unnamedchannel1237 10 месяцев назад +12

      @@erik_ludwigall to their own. Eat what you enjoy and ignore the haters

    • @SilvioKasupke
      @SilvioKasupke Месяц назад

      They stopped doing the onions at least at the one in Croydon.

  • @Nickpaintbrush
    @Nickpaintbrush 10 месяцев назад +9

    The meatballs are always my go to meal in there Gary , nice with the mash and the gravy, anything else always looks like a gamble!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Very true Nick!

  • @jackrobinson501
    @jackrobinson501 10 месяцев назад +17

    Great review as always Gary a fantastic idea for a video keep up the varied content mate

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks Jack. Top man! 👍

  • @richardjennings3049
    @richardjennings3049 10 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks for the review Gary. I haven’t been to IKEA for years but recall the hotdogs were nice. If I go again I will pick up the dime cake👍🏻

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you Richard the cake was really good 👍

  • @leenewcome85
    @leenewcome85 10 месяцев назад +2

    Yes Gary to be fair all looked nice once arrived but its the taste that counts 😀 meatballs did look the best, great review great video thanks for sharing 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you Lee 👍

  • @VortexPP68
    @VortexPP68 10 месяцев назад +2

    Great review Gary , that fish looked like the driest thing ever and you did well to keep trying it , want to try the meatballs and that cake looked really good yum ,

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much 👍

  • @OllieRetroSound
    @OllieRetroSound 10 месяцев назад +6

    Hi Gary! Love the videos. I recommend Paddy’s Martenn Inn Bar and Grill in Leicester. Lovely authentic Indian curries. Try the salt and pepper fish it is sensational.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Sounds great! Thanks Ollie 👍🏼

  • @evostu
    @evostu 10 месяцев назад +6

    Another nailed on review mate. Have to say, the meatballs and the Daim cake are always the star of the show. Always get a hot dog as well, for the money they're great.
    You MUST try a Costco hot dog meal deal and pizza! Plus their absolutely magnificent mint choc chip gelato and also cherry gelato.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      That a good idea maybe one day 👍

  • @thaisstone5192
    @thaisstone5192 10 месяцев назад +4

    (56) We don't have one (that I know of) in Montana. And Lingonberry jam is an acquired taste, quite tart. The fish was a real bummer, poor thing was already dead. Didn't have to kill it again. Thanks for the upload, Gary. Hopefully the next eatery will be a real knockout!!!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Very tart. Too much so for my liking - you're more than welcome!

  • @NigelCamden
    @NigelCamden 2 месяца назад +2

    Omg I love the Dime Bar cake. I can get a whole one for £4 in my local Sainsbury’s now - which is terrible for my diet lol

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 месяца назад

      It certainly a good cake, Nigel

  • @RaggedyJan49
    @RaggedyJan49 Месяц назад +2

    Haven’t tried the food at IKEA but I will now! Thanks for another excellent review, Gary!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Месяц назад

      It’s very cheap and serves a purpose

  • @BIGBUN34
    @BIGBUN34 10 месяцев назад +5

    The meatballs are great aren’t they,it’s ages since I’ve been to IKEA but your review has made me want to try them again. Thanks for another great review BB

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Very kind BB thank you

  • @robinjones6999
    @robinjones6999 10 месяцев назад +53

    Ligonberry Jam Gary.I love their meatballs. Top tip, go in the store via the exit and miss all the furniture!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +3

      LOL Robin

    • @Sr19769p
      @Sr19769p 10 месяцев назад +1

      😂

  • @sebirejahl
    @sebirejahl 10 месяцев назад +4

    for me the key to the lingonberry jam is to only take a tiny tiny bit with each bite along with the gravy, that way it comliments the rest but doesnt overpower it

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Yes I think you’re right

  • @haroldclarke3267
    @haroldclarke3267 10 месяцев назад +1

    Nice one Gary,never been to IKEA even for furniture but I know a lot of people who go for the meat balls. Cheers mate.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      You’re very welcome Harold

  • @MrVxrman
    @MrVxrman 10 месяцев назад +4

    Hi Gary, I have never been to ikea but always wanted to try the meatballs though as they do look good.
    A good honest review.
    ☕👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Very kind worth a visit and do try the cake 🍰

  • @philparkinson462
    @philparkinson462 10 месяцев назад +6

    Great review as always Gary. I like the meatballs and gravy and dime cake too. The fish looked very dry and the supposed biryani looked like microwaved packet rice.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for watching Phil

  • @nme9870
    @nme9870 10 месяцев назад +8

    Good video very honest opinion. I must say when I was in IKEA I thought exactly the same. Well done and good luck with you channel

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @rmccrae6384
    @rmccrae6384 Месяц назад +3

    Hello. The sauce is loggonbery. The meatballs are fabulous as is the hotdog on the way out. Happy Xmas

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Месяц назад

      Thank you very much, my mistake and happy Christmas

  • @worldsgreatestimpressionis6462
    @worldsgreatestimpressionis6462 10 месяцев назад +2

    Helpful as always since I have been wanting to try the Ikea near me. Swedish meatballs it is!

  • @Leehow80
    @Leehow80 10 месяцев назад +10

    Love your style and videos ....keep them coming!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you! Will do!

  • @Micah_Lal
    @Micah_Lal 10 месяцев назад +3

    Wow another Gary Eats video. Got it on watch later. Can't wait to watch it. Interesting premise for a food review channel.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much Micah 👍🏼

  • @splangif
    @splangif 10 месяцев назад +23

    Hi Gary, love your videos!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Glad you like them!

  • @philipalangley
    @philipalangley 7 часов назад

    Nuther great video Gary! I'll have to go to our local Ikea (Perth, Western Australia) to try the fish and chips :)

  • @carolarmstrong8848
    @carolarmstrong8848 10 месяцев назад +2

    Good afternoon Gary. You are looking. Handsome today.
    Great review. Love
    Meatballs amd mash however lingonberry jam is not for me either. My nan used to eat it and i couldn t get my head around it as a kid. Have a great day. Thanks again for taking us with you for a meal

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Very kind Carol. Thank you. Have a brilliant week

  • @tonypritchard1345
    @tonypritchard1345 10 месяцев назад +3

    not been for years but the meatballs were gorgeous,i think the jam is lingonberry hence the taste great vlog as usual gary cheers mate

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yes it is Tony. Very bitter, not a fan!

  • @louisfranklin13
    @louisfranklin13 10 месяцев назад +9

    Another great video Gary in a calm setting

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks Louis 👍

  • @trudysmith4273
    @trudysmith4273 10 месяцев назад +5

    Thank you for another great review ❤😊, shame that you didn't really enjoy 2 out of 3 of the meals, dessert always wins for me too, can't beat a good dessert 😋 😊❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +3

      Completely agree Trudy 😄

  • @jonbutterfield1956
    @jonbutterfield1956 10 месяцев назад +2

    Wow, never had the cakes or desserts at IKEA - will consider in future! Meatballs, chips, gravy and lingonberry jam for me almost always - super value! Good job as usual, Gary!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you Jon the cake was excellent 👍

  • @karenclancey2557
    @karenclancey2557 10 месяцев назад +1

    You gave a great review.Diam bars are my favourites. My son goes there for the meat balls , Fish did not look good as you said it wasn’t. Great honest review .👍⭐️🙏🏼🤩😜👏

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for watching Karen!

  • @MegaKev63
    @MegaKev63 10 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks Gary, always enjoyed the Meatballs at IKEA, fish was sad though, great stuff 👍👍👍👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Great meatballs Kev 👍👍

  • @fv1291
    @fv1291 7 месяцев назад +7

    The meatballs are made from all the shoppers who could never find the exit. 😊 That's the most beautiful IKEA building I've ever seen!

  • @Jade222.x
    @Jade222.x 10 месяцев назад +5

    Gary love your videos so comforting and just all round amazing 🤩

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you like them Jade!

  • @briannott6437
    @briannott6437 8 дней назад +1

    Gary as i've only just found you, I'm working my way through your library. Love the reviews and I'm keeping a list of scores. Thing I noticee is your a lot more lenient (other than Tayyabs) than me, I've only given Ikea a 2

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  8 дней назад

      Maybe I was a bit generous, Brian

  • @legendelliot94
    @legendelliot94 10 месяцев назад +2

    Can't beat the meatballs from Ikea, I think it's going back to childhood I never get bored of them with the gravy. Daim cake is my favourite you can't go wrong!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      We totally agree 💯

  • @matthewjames1114
    @matthewjames1114 10 месяцев назад +7

    You got me watching the Harrods one now. Well done

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Oh no, apologies in advance Matthew

  • @robsmith6281
    @robsmith6281 10 месяцев назад +11

    IKEA I was expecting flatpack assembly lol.
    Great review as always mate👍🏻😁

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks Rob! No DYI today lol 👍

  • @HeistheTruthWayLife
    @HeistheTruthWayLife 10 месяцев назад +4

    Oh gary, so nice to see you, I've been neglecting your channel. It's time to get my binge watch on! I absolutely love the meatballs at Ikea, esoecially the gravy and lingonberry jam. Never tried anything else 😂 I love their food shop too. Its hard to get to for me, so it's actually a bit of a treat ❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Not a problem Gail. Watch when you have time, appreciate you coming back to have a look and hope you enjoyed 😄

  • @nightnurse2543
    @nightnurse2543 10 месяцев назад +2

    Always go for meatballs at Ikea😊😊Its ligonberry sauce Gary. Like the daim bar cake too!!!Thank s for another great video 😊😊😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      That's the one. Thanks so much

  • @kariutoslahti
    @kariutoslahti 6 месяцев назад +1

    I´m familiar with IKEA here in Finland too. I was curious to see, will Gary add more salt to the portions. Of course he did!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  6 месяцев назад +1

      Of course lol

  • @holeymoley1
    @holeymoley1 10 месяцев назад +9

    Love your reviews Gary, keep it up mate

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Holey moley thank you!

  • @lesley5380
    @lesley5380 10 месяцев назад +6

    Ooh Gary i like the look of the Dime bar cake 😋

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Me too Lesley yum yum 🍰🍰🍰

  • @lonegunwomen
    @lonegunwomen 10 месяцев назад +3

    Always look forward to your videos Gary. If I ever manage to go to Ikea its the meatballs! Take care .😃

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks so much. Glad you like them 👍🏼

  • @MsSkippygirl
    @MsSkippygirl 10 месяцев назад +1

    Another enjoyable review. Whitby is superb for fish and chips 😋 Hope you’ll enjoy it. Looking forward to watching. Never liked anything food wise from IKEA. Good price though. Thanks again for a great video.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you. Cannot wait for Whitby

  • @pjgtech
    @pjgtech 4 месяца назад

    Nice video thank you. I used to work near an Ikea and they used to do a very nice Christmas dinner around December time, the full works with all the trimmings. I used to have one for lunch with a few workmates, very nice and very cheap. Cheers

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  4 месяца назад

      I really appreciate that, thank you

  • @veronicamosley2416
    @veronicamosley2416 10 месяцев назад +4

    A good honest review Gary
    Meatballs every time
    Definitely latte and cake
    Love your channel

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks so much Veronica 👍

  • @lisaspikes4291
    @lisaspikes4291 Месяц назад +3

    I’ve been to IKEA a few times, but I’ve never eaten there. Word is, the Swedish meatballs are a big seller.
    If I ever do eat there, that’s what I’m going to get!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Месяц назад +1

      Sounds like a great idea Lisa

  • @Bruce-k1o
    @Bruce-k1o 10 месяцев назад +5

    As always the best, honest and quirky review, keep it up mate, love you

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much. Much appreciated

  • @simonvarney1124
    @simonvarney1124 10 месяцев назад

    Hi Gary, ive been loving the videos for a long time and very looking forward to the Whitby videos. We spend a lot of time in Whitby and theres some fab little cafes and restaurants that are well worth visiting for reviews. Our favourites are Magpie Cafe, Marie Antoinette's, Pizza West which my son and I think are better pizzas than in Italy and Abbey Wharf. Have a good trip and thankyou for the videos 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Great suggestion Simon thank you 👍

  • @MarkSchreind
    @MarkSchreind 10 месяцев назад +2

    Good breakdown of the score ... meatballs and the cake were the equalizer in this one ... Nice job, Gary ... you haven't gained any weight eating all these nice meals ... good for you, mate ... keep having fun and producing great content.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Very kind thank you and just about keeping the weight off 😳😳🤣

  • @DaleHubbard
    @DaleHubbard 10 месяцев назад +4

    Another entertaining review from Gary. 100K looming... well done, that man!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Very kind as always Dale thank you 🙏

    • @BoingBB
      @BoingBB 4 месяца назад +1

      ... and six months later he's on a well deserved 149K!

    • @DaleHubbard
      @DaleHubbard 4 месяца назад

      @@BoingBB Indeed so!

  • @davidstephenson9251
    @davidstephenson9251 10 месяцев назад +25

    I absolutely love the IKEA meatballs, but I have them with chips. The red sauce is actually lingonberry jam. The other great eat there is the Gravadlax with the dill sauce.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +4

      Thanks for letting me know David

    • @michaelb2388
      @michaelb2388 10 месяцев назад +3

      So the conclusion is that they only do the Swedish food well and everything else is crapola. Makes sense

    • @adenwellsmith6908
      @adenwellsmith6908 10 месяцев назад

      I've been to Stockholm a few times. Meatballs excellent - way above Ikea standards. The Vasa is also a must see.

  • @canningtownlenstudio2115
    @canningtownlenstudio2115 10 месяцев назад +4

    Becoming one of my favourite channels this. Where else can you watch a bloke eat fish and chips with a breakfast drink in a flat packed furniture store?

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      lol thank you very much

  • @Handdryersroblox
    @Handdryersroblox 5 месяцев назад +2

    Really good honest review. I had the fish and chips the other day and found them quite average. I will definitely be trying the meatballs next time.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  5 месяцев назад +1

      Hope you enjoy!!

  • @greghanks170
    @greghanks170 10 месяцев назад +2

    Great review really enjoyed keep the reviews coming Keith regards Greg

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you Greg really appreciated

  • @paulinedelaney6385
    @paulinedelaney6385 10 месяцев назад +3

    You took one for the team with this meal Gary! Hope your next review is more palatable

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      We shall see Pauline! 😄

  • @cahaldoherty2444
    @cahaldoherty2444 10 месяцев назад +3

    Building a great catalogue here another great idea for an episode!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you it’s something different and because it’s half price on Friday’s

  • @Brandonplanespotter23
    @Brandonplanespotter23 10 месяцев назад +4

    Great video as always Gary, love IKEA meatballs meal myself

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      I agree Brandon great value as well

  • @sven_86
    @sven_86 10 месяцев назад +1

    ive only really had the meatballs and desserts at IKEA. I forgot why that was, but now I remember haha. Thanks for confirming all of it Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      You’re very welcome

  • @philipmckeon8944
    @philipmckeon8944 10 месяцев назад +1

    I haven’t been to IKEA in ages. Food was always inexpensive but small portions. It seems to have changed so it’s time for a revisit. Well done guys. 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you Phillip

  • @ddmark69
    @ddmark69 10 месяцев назад +4

    Keep the reviews coming, Gary. 🙏🏻

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      I will thank you 🙏

  • @RichardHolliday
    @RichardHolliday 10 месяцев назад +25

    Best bit of IKEA, this - especially the Dime cake 😂 But you missed out on a hotdog from the stand on the way out! Great work as ever Gary, love to see it 👏

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +9

      I took a look Richard. Wasn't impressed by the look of the hotdogs lol

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +5

      The meatballs were good yes. It was tongue in cheek regarding the hot dogs…

    • @Val-h4d
      @Val-h4d 10 месяцев назад

      I love the hot dogs
      @@Taylor40667

    • @RichardHolliday
      @RichardHolliday 10 месяцев назад +4

      @@GaryEats I got it Gary, don't worry - meatballs were a good shout! 😂

    • @CraigGrannell
      @CraigGrannell 10 месяцев назад +4

      @@GaryEatsI always used to thing they were fine for what they were: a dirt cheap snack at the end of a slog shopping trip. They were tasty enough rather than amazing. Same for the ice cream. Meatballs are always pretty good. Interesting also how the menu varies overseas. In Spain, I had a really nice meat on the bone thing with mash, since it was one of the few GF options there.

  • @jenny.barter
    @jenny.barter 10 месяцев назад +3

    great video as always mate

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Glad you enjoyed!!

  • @susannal100
    @susannal100 Месяц назад +1

    Ive had the meatballs at Ikea not for me but the lingonberry jam a bit different. Very good value. Very convenient if your shopping in one of their stores.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Месяц назад

      It’s great value Susanna

  • @ifcukin8mufc168
    @ifcukin8mufc168 10 месяцев назад

    Love their meatballs, mash, jam n sauce ..
    Did you come away with a kitchen unit or unexpected useful kitchen appliance .!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      lol no nothing just a full tummy

  • @8atheist476
    @8atheist476 10 месяцев назад +6

    Dime cake is a slice of genius. Forget the rest.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Dime was excellent!

  • @polska4968
    @polska4968 10 месяцев назад +4

    tbh there should be a pub in IKEA walking around with my partner looking at everything , i'd just stay in the pub , its a nightmare

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      lol that’s a great idea 💡

    • @TzaraDuchamp
      @TzaraDuchamp 4 месяца назад

      Excellent idea! Leave the children at Småland and lead the husbands to Skålland. 🍻

  • @neopickaze
    @neopickaze 10 месяцев назад +9

    If you like school dinners and airplane food you’ll love this

  • @sandriagutierrez2605
    @sandriagutierrez2605 10 месяцев назад

    I didn’t know ikeas have a restaurant. I’ve never stepped foot in one (though there’s a few in my state. Nice to know there were some redeeming qualities from your meals. How happy to see your video waiting for me upon my return home today😃!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you Sandria one coming tonight

  • @jeremybeadle7961
    @jeremybeadle7961 10 месяцев назад +1

    The UK's first IKEA store is in my hometown (Warrington) and was opened not long after I was born. I remember them having ball pools to keep the kids entertained while the parents shopped.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      I didn’t know that Jeremy and a great idea to keep the little ones happy

  • @JimCarner777
    @JimCarner777 3 месяца назад +3

    I was watching an episode of The Basil Brush Show years back and he was presented with a plate of peas. He said he didn't like peas and was told "Just give peas a chance man".

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  3 месяца назад

      That is very funny, Jim 😂😂

    • @Glory3823
      @Glory3823 3 месяца назад

      😂😂😂Ha HA HA HA boom boom 😂i think Basil Brush was not a peas him 😂😂❤❤❤❤❤i agree with my old pall Basil brush not found of Pease 😂❤

  • @markevans1973
    @markevans1973 10 месяцев назад +3

    Also IKEA is such good quality for homeware and good value and modern looking

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      I do like IKEA 👍🏼

  • @imgrumpy5932
    @imgrumpy5932 10 месяцев назад +42

    60+k subs! Come on all, let's get Gary to 100k.

    • @DavidFrankland
      @DavidFrankland 10 месяцев назад +3

      Click the Like button then RUclips will recommend the video to more people

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +4

      You're far too kind. Thank you :)

  • @peterdnreynolds777
    @peterdnreynolds777 10 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent video as always!! Have had mediocre meals in IKEA when I visit, never really good but never really bad. Haven't visited for ages but seems like the prices have massively increased. I normally just go to the fast food place on the way out and get the hot dog instead.
    Always seems like you have to add plenty of seasoning or sauces to make some of the food palatable. Daim bar cakeband the meatballs are the best.
    Thanks for taking one for the team with eating the fish and chips. Congrats on 60k subscribers. Hope all is well, take care

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Cheers 🍻 Peter it was good but not perfect 👌 and thank you 🙏

  • @luap89
    @luap89 10 месяцев назад +2

    Been watching since the start only a matter of time till BIG sub numbers mate - Putting in the work! One to try is St John East London - Nose to tail eating be interested what you think.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks my friend and I will do

  • @1960davedan
    @1960davedan 10 месяцев назад +27

    A man who goes to Ikea without his wife dragging him around for hours to look at shit furniture has my unending admiration! Well done Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +4

      That is so funny thank you

    • @tanikokishimoto1604
      @tanikokishimoto1604 6 месяцев назад +1

      I've only taken the salmon -excellent, especially the smoked salmon platter - which I don't believe they have anymore. I haven't been back for five years - at a 2.5 hour drive, and no longer needing anything in the showrooms (I'd moved houses back then), not driving back just for food.

    • @mp-iw4se
      @mp-iw4se 4 месяца назад +4

      That is the funniest quote I've read in weeks!

    • @timcrook2231
      @timcrook2231 8 дней назад

      What a guy 👍

  • @ianthomas1060
    @ianthomas1060 10 месяцев назад +8

    You deserve 100K subs for eating here!
    Proper, professional and intelligent review again.
    Beats the Rate My..... all day long.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you Ian although I really like Danny 👍

    • @ianthomas1060
      @ianthomas1060 10 месяцев назад

      @@GaryEats I like him also as a bloke, but the reviews are not so clever in my opinion.

  • @initiativetochange3500
    @initiativetochange3500 10 месяцев назад +13

    Hi Gary, I just love your give it a go........ from Bangladesh

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +5

      Hello to Bangladesh!

    • @JanetTheodosiou
      @JanetTheodosiou 10 месяцев назад +4

      @@GaryEatsFantastic that you watch in Bangladesh! Maybe you can enlighten IKEA on how to make a proper curry! My favourite curry is Bengali potato curry 👍

    • @mukthadirali6672
      @mukthadirali6672 10 месяцев назад

      🇬🇧🇧🇩

  • @KeefsCattys
    @KeefsCattys 10 месяцев назад +2

    I dont go there much but have always found the quality and prices superb value . The salads were brilliant . and the puddings were top quality too.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      I wish I’d tried the salad!

  • @davidevans7708
    @davidevans7708 10 месяцев назад

    Hello Gary. Having watched many of your videos, I have no doubt that the following apply. 1. Only buy fish and chips in a specialist fish and chip restaurant . 2 The best curries are served in curry houses. 3 Only eat the house specialism. I wonder what other Swedish dishes Ikea have on the menu. As always, excellent video.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      That’s a perfect comment David I agree ☝️

  • @ZeldaFitz
    @ZeldaFitz 10 месяцев назад +13

    Sultanas, definitely a major red flag 🚩 Vesta curry.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      No doubt. Thought that myself

    • @ZeldaFitz
      @ZeldaFitz 10 месяцев назад +1

      Didn’t Gordon Ramsey also use sultanas in his overpriced slop curry?

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Yes

  • @andrewstorm8240
    @andrewstorm8240 10 месяцев назад +5

    Great idea

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you! 😊

  • @juliemcgarty4764
    @juliemcgarty4764 10 месяцев назад +10

    Thanks for this video gary I love watching your honest reviews

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you like them Julie!

  • @lukemiller_6
    @lukemiller_6 Месяц назад +1

    As a big Ikea fan, so glad you liked the Swedish Meatballs! For me, the jam is the best part, but as you rightly said, that's down to personal taste 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Месяц назад +1

      I think it’s great value, Luke

    • @lukemiller_6
      @lukemiller_6 Месяц назад

      @@GaryEats totally agree, have a good Christmas 🎄

  • @anniebeckable
    @anniebeckable 10 месяцев назад

    Hi Gary we were there yesterday at the Wembley store ..had the meat balls mash and peas, ok for the money meatballs are good I always go home with a packet of them .

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      That’s great to hear Annie

  • @colinmayes9446
    @colinmayes9446 10 месяцев назад +39

    Gary, while I agree the fish and chips was not the best it was affordable, and lots of people are happpy to eat it and not worry too much about the quality, being guided by the price. The meatballs looked quite good, and good value for the money. These are tough times for folks so if it's a treat for them I think we have to bow to peoples pockets, but a good review yet again, thank you.

    • @johnboucher8226
      @johnboucher8226 10 месяцев назад +10

      Well said

    • @dazuk1969
      @dazuk1969 10 месяцев назад +2

      I agree with that. Kids always like it at the Ikea food place, you know what you're getting, and it's cheap. It is what it is and if you catch them at the right time the food can be a lot better than that. The fish Gary had was probably stuck on the hot plate for an hour or two so was dry as a bone. Fair comment.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +8

      Of course Colin. I have no doubt about that, I think IKEA is very good value for money. Understandable given the difficult times we live in. Thanks!

    • @philparkinson462
      @philparkinson462 10 месяцев назад +11

      To be fair Gary is just reviewing the food..which is what this channel is about. It isn't meant to be a social commentary.

    • @colinmayes9446
      @colinmayes9446 10 месяцев назад +1

      Well pardon me, I am sorry that I expressed a valid opinion, which Gary has graciously acknowledged, along I might add with two other posters.@@philparkinson462

  • @JimCarner777
    @JimCarner777 3 месяца назад +4

    The problem with Ikea meals is that there's always a couple of nuts missing so you can never finish your meal.

  • @chairs-dimension
    @chairs-dimension 10 месяцев назад +6

    Never thought I'd see a local celeb in my branch of IKEA

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +2

      Lol! Why... who did you see? haha

    • @NightmareRex6
      @NightmareRex6 10 месяцев назад

      i wonder why SCP 3008 diddent swallow him, guess only swallows the poor and the unknown and never the celebs?

  • @Luna.3.3.3
    @Luna.3.3.3 10 месяцев назад

    I don't know about the UK, but here in Canada, that red sauce with the meatballs would be lingonberry sauce/jam. They sell it by the jar in store.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yes. You are right Luna

  • @martindunstan8043
    @martindunstan8043 10 месяцев назад +2

    Good evening Gary👍to be fair to them the price point was very good especially in the current financial climate. It was a shame about the Biriyani and fish but the meatballs and dime cake alone make it worth a visit. Low yet fair scores and another great review,cheers✌️

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад +1

      Good evening Martin and I completely agree with you

  • @dryflyman7121
    @dryflyman7121 10 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks for the review Gary. I’d say all very processed food, but the meatballs are apparently legendary, although I’ve never had them. My grandchildren loved them and I think they sell them in tins in the shop. Spot on marking as usual ! 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  10 месяцев назад

      Very kind thank you