Reviewing an AIR RAID SHELTER CAFE - A FULL TOUR!

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  • Wow. Today, I visited an Air Raid Shelter Café and Tearoom in High Wycombe. Easily one of the most picture-esque food reviews I've ever done and I'm not talking about the food for change, the scenery of this place is absolutely incredible. Please take a look!
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  • @bernieshaw3720
    @bernieshaw3720 2 місяці тому +22

    As a former RAF serviceman, I found this review quite emotional. Thank you Gary for showing us this wonderful business that pays tribute to our war heroes. Food was awesome too...can't forget that. Happy Easter!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      I’m so pleased Bernie you have a great Easter 🐣 as well

  • @sygazon2318
    @sygazon2318 2 місяці тому +124

    You’re 💯 bang on about supporting local businesses Gary. The money goes back into the communities. If we don’t support them we’ll be left with bland fast food chains

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +14

      I fully fully agree and must do more on the channel

    • @chipnroll
      @chipnroll 2 місяці тому +4

      same as butchers fish mongers etc people think there far more expensive there really not to much more but the quality is far higher

    • @johnboucher8226
      @johnboucher8226 2 місяці тому +4

      Also local tradesman

  • @paigeevans1610
    @paigeevans1610 2 місяці тому +40

    Chris (the owner) is such an amazing guy. His brain is constantly going, thinking of new ways he can improve the place and your score really reflects all his hard work over the years 🙏 He has a heart of gold and is so deserving of such an amazing review!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +4

      I fully agree 💯 with your comment he should take a bow

    • @garygalt4146
      @garygalt4146 Місяць тому

      Pass on my compliments his food looks lovely. Pity I’m to far away.

  • @David-uf8ex
    @David-uf8ex 19 днів тому +1

    Lovely to see an establishment remembering our history instead of trying to erase it

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  19 днів тому +1

      I agree with you David

  • @jinqster4384
    @jinqster4384 2 місяці тому +136

    You Brits sure have a lot of places celebrating your history,and that's a positive thing for sure.

    • @applecorp
      @applecorp 2 місяці тому +54

      Shame there are so many here who want to erase it.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +18

      Plenty of other countries mentioned around the Cafe as well!

    • @aledjango
      @aledjango 2 місяці тому +10

      You have to acknowledge history or it has a tendency to repeat itself...

    • @michaeldunham3385
      @michaeldunham3385 2 місяці тому +1

      More than you can imagine

    • @jamietrev
      @jamietrev 2 місяці тому +3

      Thanks Gary for another mouth watering review; this great for value establishment isn’t far from and I’ll give it a try soon. As ever keep em coming!

  • @delphihaze1317
    @delphihaze1317 2 місяці тому +55

    What a delightful little place. The individuality is one of the best things about small,independent businesses. What a gem.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Spot on. Incredibly unique!

  • @Super_Cool_Guy
    @Super_Cool_Guy 2 місяці тому +87

    *Gary , this looked like a " GOODNIGHT SWEETHEART" moment with Mr Sparrow 👏😄👍*

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +20

      Lol what a fantastic comment

    • @gregevigan
      @gregevigan 2 місяці тому

      time travelling philanderer

  • @DameTremonti
    @DameTremonti 2 місяці тому +42

    1000% with you on supporting local businesses. Let's kick the chains to the kerb. Well done sir.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thanks so much Roman

  • @roycarpenter6380
    @roycarpenter6380 2 місяці тому +16

    For authenticity fried bread instead of hash browns, jam in a pot (not those awful plastic tubs) and spam to replace the bacon.
    I am a war baby and that was our weekend treat breakfast with our one 'black market' weekly egg ! The cream was made from dried milk and Echo margarine was our bread spread.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      That's a fair comment Roy, maybe a suggestion to make

    • @shirleyac12
      @shirleyac12 Місяць тому +1

      I agree . Fried bread . Not keen on hash browns . Awful things . My dad used to have chips with his breakfast. Home made of course . It was an old fashioned way of filling up. He served in Africa and survived.

  • @catherineturner2839
    @catherineturner2839 2 місяці тому +13

    I think I'd have given a 10. Sometimes it isn't just about the food. Anywhere that puts such a smile on your face deservers nothing less

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      That's fair enough Catherine, I try to be as balanced as possible

  • @oldfartinthenight9201
    @oldfartinthenight9201 Місяць тому +2

    Fabulous! That's not just somewhere to eat Gary, It's an exhibition...with food.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Місяць тому

      That I fully agree with thank you

  • @nigellewis8461
    @nigellewis8461 2 місяці тому +3

    thank you gary for reviewing this wonderful place in my town of high Wycombe , you made me proud to put this on the map .. the owner has worked hard to make it a great place without supporting local businesses towns are going to end up with coffee shops and no outlook in life .. thank you soon much in putting this wonderful place on the map best wishes to you keep up your hard work on your great channel

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Nigel this was an absolute pleasure, I had a great time and supporting local businesses is essential in my opinion 👍👍👍

  • @user-mo5om5tv1m
    @user-mo5om5tv1m 2 місяці тому +49

    The brekkers looked first class but I was half expecting a doodlebug to come crashing through the ceiling.
    The 9/10 seemed well deserved.

    • @robbiekop7
      @robbiekop7 2 місяці тому +5

      Who needs Doodlebugs nowadays when everything costs a *bomb* 😩

    • @ashleyberry1116
      @ashleyberry1116 2 місяці тому +3

      You guys! 😂

    • @michaeldunham3385
      @michaeldunham3385 2 місяці тому +2

      ​@@robbiekop7same everywhere

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Lol I did laugh

    • @bennyhill4228
      @bennyhill4228 2 місяці тому +1

      Lol V2 doodlebug rocket 🚀

  • @walterekurtz4320
    @walterekurtz4320 2 місяці тому +6

    So nice to see another demonstration of how, with hard work, a bit of vision, and overall attention to detail, the independent cafe can still still hold its own amidst a sea of cookie-cutter chains. And good on you and your channel for continuing to cast a spotlight on these kinds of venues.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Spot on. You've nailed it

  • @fingers3239
    @fingers3239 2 місяці тому +27

    10 overall for me Gary. Nostalgia on a stick. What a great place. 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Great score and well done thank you

    • @fingers3239
      @fingers3239 2 місяці тому

      @@GaryEats 👍

  • @missmerrily4830
    @missmerrily4830 2 місяці тому +35

    Gosh, what a great dose of nostalgia or a history lesson for those who are younger. Loved the sandbags and the taped up windows. And no effort spared inside to make it look and feel authentially WW2, short of an air raid! I loved the wall honouring service people too. I'm going to have to pay this a visit! Also no rationing, which was the biggest bonus! And the breakfast looked fresh and tasty. All around smashing for a novelty meal. I loved it. The prices were great. Maybe It's a little bit run of the mill, but for effort, detail and heart and soul, it's got to be a 10 out of 10 from me.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +7

      The food was good but the experience was even better. The best way to put it!

  • @virgil_tb2
    @virgil_tb2 2 місяці тому +17

    Hey Gary, just love places like this……”Never in the field of human enjoyment, has so much been cooked for so many by so few.” ✌🏻Definite 10/10 for me.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Thank you and great score

  • @busbyrh4037
    @busbyrh4037 2 місяці тому +4

    I wish I knew Gary personally. He possesses a rare character, both interactive, and engaging. and entertaining, a rare combination.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      That's an incredibly lovely thing to say. Thank you

  • @Warriorking.1963
    @Warriorking.1963 2 місяці тому +11

    As a bit of a WWII buff, this place is right up my street! The amount of thought, time and effort the owners must have put into acquiring all those artefacts and trinkets must be staggering. Sometimes when you first enter a restaurant or cafe, I immediately hope it's going to be good, and this place is a prime example! I'm so pleased you give it a good score, it would have been a tradegy if the food had been a let down.
    One very small correction, and I'm not being a smartass here, but that Messerschmitt was actually a Focke Wulf 190. I know I'm being petty, and it isn't even important, the Americans never could tell their aircraft apart either, much more serious as they were manning anti-aircraft guns at the time...
    And finally, what am I going to give it..? You know what, I'm giving it a ten out of ten. This is a place I would definitely make a point of visiting, indeed I would be almost tempted to fly to England from Northern Ireland, just to do just that! A truly excellent video of a most remarkable establishment, thanks so much for bringing it to my attention.

    • @MrGearoid65
      @MrGearoid65 2 місяці тому +2

      I agree 100% . In fact I will be flying from Dublin to see this.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      I asked the cameraman what planes they were and he said Spitfires and Messerschmidt so I'm going to let him take the blame on that one as he considers himself a bit of a WWII enthusiast. It was his choice to come here and I'm overjoyed you loved the video.

    • @FionaKay-ju9uq
      @FionaKay-ju9uq 2 дні тому

      On my list next time I come back to visit home😊

  • @TheJimmyblue
    @TheJimmyblue 2 місяці тому +7

    I just wanted to say how much I adore your reviews. You truly speak to the majority and for this I applaud you, bravo and please don't change. ❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Wow, thank you! I won't, I really appreciate that!

  • @MegaVector2011
    @MegaVector2011 2 місяці тому +10

    Looked great. The ham, egg & chips takes me back to the Sunday teas my Grandma used to cook, happy memories. Fab place, great upload, thanks!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      You are more than welcome, anytime!

  • @chrisryanst
    @chrisryanst 2 місяці тому +16

    The guy who owns this place is a legend in paying homage to our heritage and to top it off offers great looking food 👏👏👏

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Chris great comment and I fully fully agree 💯

  • @FionaKay-ju9uq
    @FionaKay-ju9uq 2 дні тому

    Thank you Gary, a great nostalgia experience. The breakfast looked fantastic. Thank you for supporting a small business like this. The eggs looked fantastic and glad the has browns passed muster😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 дні тому

      This is a fantastic cafe Fiona the owner has out some much effort in to make it work

  • @bobjeffray
    @bobjeffray 16 годин тому

    Update from my last comment, I've been to the air raid shelter this morning, and your review is bang on. They've done a great job with the place.❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  11 годин тому +1

      That’s so good to hear Bob and thank you for supporting a local business 👌💯

  • @tracyl1368
    @tracyl1368 2 місяці тому +15

    We were there a few weeks back as we'd gone to The Hell Fire Caves.....absolutely loved it.....
    Reminded me of my parents, Mum.grew up in Ireland during the war born 1936, Dad, born 1921, was a Burma veteran former Chindit.....& my husband is into Military history so a win win.....
    We both had the breakfast as did our 16 year old but minus the beans as she hates them......the service is excellent and the people who run it are so friendly and accommodating....
    When we were in it was quite busy but that didn't detract from the service, spot on.
    Definitely one to go back to next time we are out that way.
    Good 9/10 score Gary......excellent review and very fair.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Great to hear Tracy and thank you!

  • @paulconnors2078
    @paulconnors2078 2 місяці тому +5

    The concept for this restaurant itself is unique and intriguing! And the food was/is so tempting. Keep supporting the small, independent businesses, Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      I completely agree with you Paul

  • @shahidhamid962
    @shahidhamid962 2 місяці тому +1

    I think for a complete package and the lengths they have gone to it has to be a 10/10 . I feel like watching The Dam Busters .

  • @tonystavely6719
    @tonystavely6719 2 місяці тому +3

    Good review Gary, a modern take on a 40s theme, my nan a proper east ender would walk from Wapping to the back door of the Ritz hotel for a bag of broken biscuits handouts, to feed the kids. That’s what wartime was like in London. ❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Wow great story Tony thank you 🙏

  • @hiramabiff2017
    @hiramabiff2017 2 місяці тому +11

    Ohh How cool was this. What a great idea for a cafe. Without fail, Gary gave us a real good viewing experience and insight into somewhere special to visit on our beautiful Island.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thank you very much

  • @Nick19884
    @Nick19884 2 місяці тому +10

    Wow nice vibe to the place it’s like mini museum

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      I agree with you Nick thank you

  • @bobjeffray
    @bobjeffray 2 місяці тому +2

    I used to live in High Wycombe, and Years ago, when this was a pub called The Bell, it was my local. It has changed alot since then. I will have to pay it a visit!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      It’s really worth a visit Bob for sure 👌

  • @acheface
    @acheface 2 місяці тому +4

    What an excellent place. Being former RAF, that's of great interest to me. All right up my street. What a find. Another great video.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Wow, I bet you have some great stories to tell of your time in the force. Thank you!

  • @JanetBrown-px2jn
    @JanetBrown-px2jn 2 місяці тому +3

    This one was terrific Gary,loved it,I could spend hours there looking at everything.I’m probably more interested than some as I was born in 1944,and of cause my parents talked about the war for years,as it was still very much in their minds.As rationing went on to 1953 I also remember that,Mom buying uncleaned chickens,to clean herself to get extra eggs,usually about 2eggs,and several yolks for cake making.Enjoyed this one very much.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Brilliant Janet. Really happy you enjoyed this one!

  • @TheAndrewmcnelis
    @TheAndrewmcnelis 2 місяці тому +18

    You gotta get into eating mushrooms Gal.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Challenge incoming lol

    • @FrogdogAndStinkypiss
      @FrogdogAndStinkypiss 2 місяці тому +2

      Good mushrooms are amazing abd very healthy 😅​@GaryEats

    • @GreenoEats
      @GreenoEats 2 місяці тому +1

      @@GaryEatsdon’t do it Gary!

    • @hughphillips1427
      @hughphillips1427 2 місяці тому

      Great review Gary. Vine tomatoes are a nice touch, not keen on tinned tomatoes on a breakfast, love mushrooms and I do like hashbrowns!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Might have to do them with you Greeno lol

  • @GrahameSheer
    @GrahameSheer 3 дні тому

    Thanks for this video. I took the kids and they loved it. Food was spot on.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  3 дні тому

      That’s great to hear Grahame

  • @paulconnors2078
    @paulconnors2078 2 місяці тому +1

    That has to be the largest FULL ENGLISH I've ever seen that large for one person! Amazing and quite intimidating.....

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      The plate was massive Paul

  • @kop3055
    @kop3055 2 місяці тому +4

    Well said at the end there, Gary. Great passion and a massively important message. Credit to you!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Much appreciated. Thanks for the comment and have a lovely weekend!

  • @Super_Cool_Guy
    @Super_Cool_Guy 2 місяці тому +10

    *Hash browns are best cooked in an air-fryer for that crispy top and soft center 😌*

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      True!! These were fantastic hash browns I must say

    • @hullster9970
      @hullster9970 2 місяці тому +2

      Not true. they are equally as good cooked under a grill right next to the bacon you are grilling, which is alongside the tomatoes you are also grilling. Under a grill you can cook everything apart from frying the egg. I have an Air fryer, they have their uses for sure, but they are over rated and take twice as long and are shit when it comes to cooking multiple items no matter how big the draw is, for say erm a family of 5.

    • @Super_Cool_Guy
      @Super_Cool_Guy 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@hullster9970 *you apply the same technique in an air-fry for more convenience....get a larger air fryer or maybe even 2 😊*

  • @Nickpaintbrush
    @Nickpaintbrush 2 місяці тому +2

    Yes what a lovely place Gary, it definitely deserves a 9

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you Nick 👍

  • @GaryG1974
    @GaryG1974 Місяць тому

    I remember the 1930's restaurant review you did and at the time I thought it could not be beat. But following on the theme, this 1940's place looks even better and more reminiscent of the war years than the 1930's.
    All that food looked amazing! The breakfast looked perfectly cooked with lovely yolky eggs. Vine tomatoes on a breakfast seemed a bit unusual but there is certainly nothing wrong with it. And the ham, egg and chips is one of my favourite quick and easy meals, the only thing missing was a big slice of bread to mop up the egg yolk. WOW! What an amazing place.
    As far as breakfasts are concerned, there is nothing wrong with a Full English, especially when they are done as well as this. But nothing beats an Irish breakfast with white pudding and soda bread!♥
    A score of 9/10 was well deserved here. I totally agree with supporting places like this! These places are fully of heart, sole and real effort. Whereas the multi-national corporate chains are just lifeless.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Місяць тому

      I’m really glad you liked this video Gary. I have to say, it’s probably one of my favourite reviews I’ve ever done. Very kind donation - thank you.

  • @sallycostello8379
    @sallycostello8379 2 місяці тому +3

    This place looks wonderful and the breakfast 1st class!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      It was wonderful Sally

  • @danielproulx7288
    @danielproulx7288 2 місяці тому +3

    Gary I loved this video. I really enjoy these type of places filled with history and bric-a-brac from a time gone by. This restaurant is right up my alley. The food looked good and I agree a nine is an appropriate mark. Gary you're really are hitting your stride with the content being produced. Keep up the outstanding work..............Cheers.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thank you Daniel that’s so very kind and appreciated it makes the legwork worthwhile thank you 🙏

  • @ngatiramona
    @ngatiramona 2 місяці тому +1

    Oh my gosh.. its nostalgic coziness and hearty meals and warm company. Memories of my Grand Aunt Winnies Front Room,- especially for Guests - in Ruthland. Muted colors, small rooms, mantle clocks and ornate gold mirrors. Everything looked divine. Our Cameraman ate today?! He has such skill.. the shots are superb! Gary too. ❤❤ ♥️🧡💛💚💙💜💖💕 Lotsa Love gentlemen!!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Take care. Yes he did and thank you for watching!

  • @adriancollie1322
    @adriancollie1322 День тому

    I work in High Wycombe and my boss took us there for lunch a few weeks ago. I didnt even know it had changed from being a pub pre Covid lockdown. I had the large ham, egg and chips (because he was paying!) and two of the others had the Ploughmans. The Ploughmans was quite large and neither of them managed to finish. Had a look around and its a great little place but you even found areas we never saw like that big room out the back.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  День тому

      I think the owner needs as much credit as possible as he has done incredibly well Adrian and I’m pleased you enjoyed when you visited

  • @andymanser1
    @andymanser1 2 місяці тому +5

    These places hidden gems Gary to eat fabulous history plus great breakfast 10

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      Andy that is very kind and really appreciated thank you and have a great Easter 🐣

  • @DrFrankLondon
    @DrFrankLondon 2 місяці тому +11

    Hi, Gary! The place looked spectacular and the same wirh the food! The breakfast looked and sounded like it was on point, the same with the ham and chips! Got really hungry now!! 😁 Absolutely a museum/cafe which now is on my to visit list. I really don't understand how they have been able to collect and decorate quite tastefully with such a variety of memorabilia.. It's really impressive and really more like a museum than a a cafe!😅 Glad you enjoyed it and already looking forward to your next review, mate! Have a wonderful rest of your Easter and take care. Will try to get that email off to you one of these days. 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Hi, Frank. Hope you are doing well. It's just a very fun and enjoyable experience. We really need more places like this and you're right, it's a blend of a museum and cafe. A wonderful place to go. Take care and have a superb Easter!

  • @tonymeadows100
    @tonymeadows100 2 місяці тому

    What an amazing place . Took me back to my Scottish Nana’s house in Corby, Northants, which was largely unchanged since 1945. We used to play in her Anderson (?) air raid shelter, which she also used to house 1/2 cwt bags of coal, REAL heating. (How many viewers understand “1/2 cwt” I wonder …)

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Great memories Tony have a great Easter 🐣

  • @Tosspot
    @Tosspot 2 місяці тому +2

    What a fantastic historical food place

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      It’s brilliant

  • @haitolawrence5986
    @haitolawrence5986 2 місяці тому +7

    What a magical place. Kind of like a time machine. Grub looks good too! 👍🏻

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      I fully agree with you

  • @markarundel7856
    @markarundel7856 2 місяці тому +8

    Hash browns on a 1940s breakfast. Controversial, but it looked decent.

    • @michaelsuffield775
      @michaelsuffield775 2 місяці тому +3

      I blame the GIs...

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      The US played their part very well!

    • @antifugazi
      @antifugazi 2 місяці тому

      I could have happened, many US soldiers in the UK at the time.

    • @Mr__Chicken
      @Mr__Chicken 2 місяці тому

      If this was an authentic breakfast he wouldnt be having anywhere near that much food, especially the meat 😅. I think modern food is better to compliment the world war vibes.

  • @brionymellen
    @brionymellen 2 місяці тому +2

    Ham with mustard is a must for sure, eggs looked great, chips were good too, all round good quality again😊

  • @davidbowie2046
    @davidbowie2046 2 місяці тому +2

    What a fantastic place Gary! A real gem. Piece of history and you're so right when you say support local business'. I'd sooner give my money to a local café or restaurant rather than the mega money places like Starbucks and McDonalds. Oh and sorry to say again mate, but when I'm in power Hash Browns along with Oreo's and salted caramel flavoured anything will be banned! 😂😂 Another great video 👍

    • @melanytodd2929
      @melanytodd2929 2 місяці тому +1

      😂😂😂👍 Absolutely 💯 ❣

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Very kind and I’m in full agreement with you, lets support local businesses 👍👍

  • @silviodawson3414
    @silviodawson3414 2 місяці тому +19

    I can't believe places like this exist! Your paying for the whole experience, not just the food! Takes my back especially seeing that kitchenette you walked past, what a great vlog 👏

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +5

      I couldn't agree more Silvio. It's the experience not just the food!

    • @martindunstan8043
      @martindunstan8043 2 місяці тому +3

      We have a 40s café where I live on the Isle of Wight in the seaside town of Ventnor which is not as big as this one. It's lovely in the summer with a pot of tea and a slice of cake👍

    • @silviodawson3414
      @silviodawson3414 2 місяці тому +3

      @@martindunstan8043 sounds great 👍

    • @johngibson3837
      @johngibson3837 2 місяці тому +2

      Those kitchenettes actually work very well my grandmother had one

    • @silviodawson3414
      @silviodawson3414 2 місяці тому

      ​@@johngibson3837I agree 👍

  • @Richard-gk3kq
    @Richard-gk3kq 2 місяці тому +4

    The place looks great.
    Breakfast looked ok but I prefer tinned tomatoes and my toast unbuttered on a seperate plate.
    The sliced ham, egg and chips was ok but would be better with peas instead of the salad.
    Cream scone looked really nice.
    On the whole a great experience.

    • @melanytodd2929
      @melanytodd2929 2 місяці тому +1

      Nooooooooo ❣ tinned tomatoes? 😢

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      That's fair enough Richard and a good comment

    • @Richard-gk3kq
      @Richard-gk3kq 2 місяці тому +2

      @@melanytodd2929 Yes that’s a proper 40’s breakfast, much as I like vine tomatoes it’s got to be tinned plum tomatoes.

  • @momuv6980
    @momuv6980 2 місяці тому

    Running a restaurant is one of the most difficult undertakings. It is a backbreaking, time-consuming labor of love and family owned restaurants should be supported whenever possible. I love the decor of this establishment and the food looks yummy. I am sure the owners appreciate your patronage and positive review. Hopefully, many who see this video will give this unique place a try.❤😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      I really hope it brings some customers as it’s an absolute gem 💎

  • @jerryoshea3116
    @jerryoshea3116 Місяць тому

    It's like dining in some kind of Museum very unique & a lot of hard work has been put in here to create the retro atmosphere & a nice Tea Pot (and Gary conversation!)
    &The food was of a high standard! So def a 9.75 /10..Great job Gaz. It's a hard job,but somebody has to do it!👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Місяць тому

      Spot on Jerry. It can be tough… 🤣

  • @janw1746
    @janw1746 2 місяці тому +6

    Hi Gary and Mr cameraman.. another lovely relaxing vlog..I would choose tinned plumb tomatoes..for no other reason than memories of my mums breakfasts..vine tomatoes are just as acceptable..and for me you got the scones perfect..cream then jam..my reasoning behind that is..butter is made from cream..and on bread butter is always spread first..😉🤭..or am I overthinking things..ha ha..😂👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Hi Jan, no you've got it spot on!!

    • @nicknikipediacaulkin5943
      @nicknikipediacaulkin5943 2 місяці тому

      @@GaryEats I could be wrong, Gary but I think in Devon it's cream first then jam and in Cornwall, jam first then cream! But what does it matter?! It all goes down the same way! I love all of your videos withl your relaxed presenting style. The Air Raid Shelter Cafe looks fantastic so many thanks for reveiwing it!

  • @carolineford3021
    @carolineford3021 2 місяці тому +3

    Looks an amazing place and lovely food I think a 10 Gary and you have your scone the way you want

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you Caroline and great score, enjoy the Easter weekend

  • @benaldridge2887
    @benaldridge2887 2 місяці тому +1

    Ps, fraction! Mr fussy! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @uncontrollable343
    @uncontrollable343 2 місяці тому +1

    Piccolo tomatoes go great on a breakfast. Drizzle them in a high quality balsamic for a nice charred finish .

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      That’s a great idea 👌

  • @MsSkippygirl
    @MsSkippygirl 2 місяці тому +3

    Absolutely brilliant ❤ i love places like this, full of atmosphere and history. The ambience, not to mention the food looked top class. Another fabulous place. Thank you for your wonderful video and review. Always brightens my day when i see a new video. x

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +2

      That’s so very kind and appreciated very much so, have a great Easter x

    • @MsSkippygirl
      @MsSkippygirl 2 місяці тому +1

      @@GaryEats Happy Easter to you too. Looking forward to the next video. You need to clone yourself, so you can do even more 😂 Boa Pascoa in Portuguese (Happy Easter). Take care of yourself x

  • @Super_Cool_Guy
    @Super_Cool_Guy 2 місяці тому +4

    *Great video Gary , you should have danced the 1940s Charlston when walking in 😊 👍*

    • @Ayslhyn
      @Ayslhyn 2 місяці тому +1

      The Charleston was from the 1920’s. Gary would have been twenty odd years too late 😊

    • @Super_Cool_Guy
      @Super_Cool_Guy 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@Ayslhyn *As per Wikipedia, they were still danced in the 30s and 40s* 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Haha thank you!

    • @markarundel7856
      @markarundel7856 2 місяці тому

      1920S

  • @Moparmagic66
    @Moparmagic66 Місяць тому

    The big breakfast with tea was great value plus you also get a free visit to a war museum. Great review Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Місяць тому

      It was absolutely superb

  • @waynethomas4728
    @waynethomas4728 2 місяці тому +1

    I love the fact that people donate items for the themed rooms - great stuff. I need to visit sooner rather than later.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      This is worth a visit Wayne for sure 👌

  • @jeffjones9792
    @jeffjones9792 2 місяці тому +5

    The price should have been ignored. When the bill came, a 10 bob note and asked for the change. Now, that would have been authenticity!
    Seriously, it's a fine place with good food. Good review, and thanks for taking us along. Appreciated.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      lol Thant made me laugh Jeff if only 👍

  • @sicdoctor
    @sicdoctor 2 місяці тому +5

    This place looks far too british to be showing. 😂
    Some viewers might get offended. 🙄
    Great looking fry, would much rather plum tomatoes than fresh tomatoes, personal preference.

    • @aledjango
      @aledjango 2 місяці тому +1

      I am currently offendeded

    • @sicdoctor
      @sicdoctor 2 місяці тому +5

      @@aledjango why? For what reason? A british themed place, in england?
      I'm more offended you don't know how to spell in correct english.

    • @aledjango
      @aledjango 2 місяці тому +3

      @sicdoctor I'm not sure if you're being ironic or missed the fact that I, as a completely unoffended person, was being ironic myself 😅

    • @sicdoctor
      @sicdoctor 2 місяці тому +2

      @@aledjango could be both! Who knows!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      It's a fantastic Cafe

  • @peterkops6431
    @peterkops6431 14 днів тому

    A nice touch of history 👍🏻🇦🇺👍🏻

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  14 днів тому

      It’s a great place Peter

  • @nickfilleul3463
    @nickfilleul3463 2 місяці тому

    Brilliant. I’ve been in Wycombe Hospital since January and this place is about 0.5 miles away. Although I don’t live in Wycombe (I’m 40 minutes away) when they finally release me I am totally going here. Thanks Gary for offering such a range and variety to your food journey. Cheap and pricey venues are all welcome.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      I hope all is going well Nick take care 👍

  • @juanaltredo2974
    @juanaltredo2974 Місяць тому

    I love theme pubs/restaurants, as a non brit this is the kind of places that appeal the most to me about England

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Місяць тому +1

      So do I. So beautiful

  • @georgegrimes499
    @georgegrimes499 2 місяці тому +1

    What fun! Worth a trip out of town to visit 🤗

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      It’s really worth a visit George

  • @neilthorley359
    @neilthorley359 2 місяці тому

    Wow gaz what a lovely Cafe who ever owns the clientele as put there heart and soul in bringing back the good times fantastic to see all the british flags and memorabilia of my beautiful country thats when people were people I can't say that now God bless Britain ❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Great comment Neil thank you

  • @legionnairegonk4425
    @legionnairegonk4425 2 місяці тому +1

    Great effort to do something unique. It must be an effort for the staff to track down where first time customers have gone to sit though I would have thought? So many rooms to check!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      They didn’t seem to have any problems

  • @MrMoralTurpitude
    @MrMoralTurpitude Місяць тому +1

    Place looks amazing decent looking breakfast to

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  Місяць тому

      It’s an amazing place to visit

  • @jamesneale6210
    @jamesneale6210 2 місяці тому

    That place is incredible. Without doubt, my favorite food reviewer on UA-cam

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thank you James very kind

  • @brionymellen
    @brionymellen 2 місяці тому +1

    Vine tomatoes are a real treat, hash browns are all the same...... Mass produced, it's all about the bacon, sausage, eggs for good quality.... It looks a really good meal 😅

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Agreed completely

  • @nataliesmith303
    @nataliesmith303 2 місяці тому +1

    What a fab place to visit 😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      I agree 💯 Natalie

  • @smithyc2051
    @smithyc2051 2 місяці тому +1

    Love it 🇬🇧

  • @johncoveny3036
    @johncoveny3036 2 місяці тому

    ??? How good is this story ?? Impossible to count how many of your stories I have enjoyed. Just wanted you to know THIS is the one that made me SUBSCRIBE. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thanks so much John 👍🏼

  • @MrPhantom1961
    @MrPhantom1961 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Gary, love the 40's theme and that looked like a really nice breakfast. Unusual to get vine tomatoes with a breakfast, I've normally had them before with steak and chips. A quick footnote. The German aircraft in the mural on the wall was a Focke-Wulf FW190 not a Messerschmitt.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      My mistake and my apologies, have a great Easter 🐣

    • @MrPhantom1961
      @MrPhantom1961 2 місяці тому

      @@GaryEats you too

  • @nickycotton6137
    @nickycotton6137 2 місяці тому +1

    Really good to see another Gary vid' today..✌️

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Happy you look forward to the videos Nicky

  • @missmo3451
    @missmo3451 2 місяці тому

    Love this little historical place. Happy Easter!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you this was brilliant, happy Easter 🐣

  • @Ziggylyle
    @Ziggylyle 2 місяці тому +2

    What a wonderful place, nostalgia everywhere. It's like the Tardis. I cannot get over how fantastic the place is, you could spend hours just looking at everything. Breakfast looked so inviting. The chips looked great. Clotted cream again, nothing better, a cream tea. It's a ten from me. What a magnificent place. I really enjoyed everything about this wonderful place. Weĺl done Gary.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Ann, it's a wonderful place and I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

  • @paulpatterson3514
    @paulpatterson3514 2 місяці тому +2

    Excellent. Historical place and the food didn't cost a bomb.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      lol very good Paul

  • @Alan_Mac
    @Alan_Mac 2 місяці тому

    I live in Wycombe and, while I'm not a fan of the WW2 kitsch, I do like the cafe. The food is solid and reliable, the staff are great and you can always find a quiet nook to read and have your food. A solid 9/10 is right - and consistently so.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thank you Alan an absolute gem 💎

  • @Blisken81
    @Blisken81 2 місяці тому +2

    Thank you Gary for taking us on another great adventure.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      You are more than welcome anytime

  • @FordTransitvan
    @FordTransitvan 2 місяці тому +1

    Those eggs! 10/10

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Very very nice

  • @chosenone5417
    @chosenone5417 2 місяці тому +1

    i would love to visit this place its so nostalgic

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      It’s really worth a visit

  • @bramleydragon
    @bramleydragon 2 місяці тому

    Oh my god Gary. That has got to be one of the best places you have been to. I am definitely going to visit there. My wife will love it too.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Have fun! Thank you

  • @paullee5449
    @paullee5449 2 місяці тому

    That tea hall looks Fantastic. And the filming of it really showcased how Amazing it is . Very impressive video indeed. We got the impression Gary absolutely loved the place .
    Such an interesting and entertaining video 😄

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you very much Paul I really enjoyed this one 👍

  • @michaelmccarthy6464
    @michaelmccarthy6464 2 місяці тому +1

    quite a place Gary

  • @philipmckeon8944
    @philipmckeon8944 2 місяці тому

    You said you had a smile on your face, and yes you did smile. I however was sitting back with my cuppa beaming like a Cheshire Cat. It’s the first time I ever noticed me doing that. Thanks and well done. 👍

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      Wow, that's great to hear Philip. Really happy you enjoyed the video over a nice cuppa

  • @petermartin4675
    @petermartin4675 2 місяці тому

    Proper tea .

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      I agree Peter 👌

  • @matthewharris3993
    @matthewharris3993 2 місяці тому +1

    amazing venue,and not overpriced.the breakfast was fab.i think cumberland sausages.definately not basic ones.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thank you Matthew I think you could be right

  • @hairydonuts6024
    @hairydonuts6024 2 місяці тому +1

    As usual, great review, but, personally, I'd have given it a solid 10. What we have here is, basically, an interactive museum with decent grub: be thankful they didn't serve you period food, mate! Victory Loaf, Walton pie, powdered egg & snook! This place is unique &, clearly, a labour of love. You're dead right, Gary: we desperately need to support places like this if we're not to be overrun by generic, overpriced coffee-chains. Blimey! I can feel my inner Churchill coming on..."We shall fight Prets on the beaches, We shall fight Prets in air...". Time for me meds me thinks?

    • @free_gold4467
      @free_gold4467 2 місяці тому +1

      They don't like it up 'em, they do not like it up 'em! 🤣

    • @hairydonuts6024
      @hairydonuts6024 2 місяці тому

      @@free_gold4467 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому +1

      I loved this comment. I had tears running down my cheek lol

    • @hairydonuts6024
      @hairydonuts6024 2 місяці тому

      Aw cheers mate you're a star! @@GaryEats

  • @user-xp5sy7qs8z
    @user-xp5sy7qs8z 15 днів тому

    Gary, we really enjoyed your review of this quirky cafe - a step back in time - full of wartime history and by your account very good food. We will definitely ‘give it a go’ when we next return to England. Keep up the great content! Cheers - Carolyn and Vince, Sydney, Australia

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  14 днів тому

      This was such an amazing place and well done to the owner 👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

  • @millsy1861
    @millsy1861 2 місяці тому

    Gotta be a 10 from me Gary, this place looks the business, you cant beat a cream tea, one of my favourite things in this world 😊😊

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      So great thank you 🙏

  • @KathyBarnett-mv5vg
    @KathyBarnett-mv5vg 2 місяці тому +2

    It's like a mini museum, love it. ❤

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Thanks Kathy, it was a lovely place

  • @goldmaple5290
    @goldmaple5290 2 місяці тому +1

    This place is a gem, Gary. A gem. I just love the setup of this restaurant. Takes you back in time and the incredible memorabilia everywhere. Oh my goodness! I don't know how you find these places, Gary. You got good taste, Gary. Good taste! That breakfast looked scrumptious. I had a smile on my face watching this review. 9/10 is a fair score. I'd definitely support a business like this!

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Couldn't agree more! Thank you

  • @Hedgehogsinthemist123
    @Hedgehogsinthemist123 2 місяці тому +1

    What a fascinating little place. A lifetime's collection I should think. Thought the tommy hat looked very fetching on you. In Cornwall you put the jam on before the cream.

    • @free_gold4467
      @free_gold4467 2 місяці тому

      I prefer the Cornish way.

    • @GaryEats
      @GaryEats  2 місяці тому

      Tally ho lol a great little cafe 👍

  • @mesmith3379
    @mesmith3379 2 місяці тому +2

    Great job Gary!