Well I’d have woofed that down DJ! As you say it is what it is and nothing wrong with that! And I just want to say DJ this is YOUR channel, they both are and you can call them whatever you want and if you want to show us a good brekkie and the walk on the way you go right ahead! You want to show us around London eating a burger? You go right ahead! You no doubt spend hours and hours uploading these for us and I for one love everything about them and appreciate all the time and effort you put into them! And you know I’ve said this many times before DJ but you really are a very rare gem to TH-cam … utterly sincere, a complete gentleman, funny, original, informative and above all … love food as much as me! You show us every foodie joint from the simple sandwich to a top notch dining experience! Never ever change DJ! You’re my favourite TH-camr and the only one I’m subscribed to! And I for one will see you on the next one!! 💜🍔🥓🥚🍳🏍️🏎️
@@DJsFoodTravelsyou shouldn’t be surprised. I started watching you in lockdown. You are a really decent man, I can only congratulate you for trying to make a go of it with your Chanel. Having that extra time because your hours are reduced is commendable. There’s been ups and downs that you’ve shared with us…you’ve been honest and that’s what we long term watchers admire. Just keep going, you are obviously taking it seriously. Thank you. In our Wetherspoons, they do OAP lunches, children’s portions and are open all day. It’s a while since I’ve been so I’ll give it a go. Thanks.
Good and fair Review Darren. me and my wife both work lots of hours and are not on the best of wages. we try and go to spoons every Thursday as we can both do that day. we have a breakfast and a tea or coffee for less that £14.00, we can sit chat about our week, worry's hang ups, whatever. i know the food is average but it does allow us some valuable time together on a budget. Wetherspoons means different things for different people i think. as always thanks for sharing.
I also had a Weatherspoons breakfast for the first time last week, i had the same as you £6.40 with a refill coffee cup. I really enjoyed it and said exactly the same as you when i looked at the bacon but it tasted lovely. I also found the butter was very nice on the toast. I went because they started a veterans breakfast club and yes i will be going again next month.
To he honest DJ, I've been in a number of Wetherspoons over the country for years, and i cam say, I've never had a bad meal in any of them, whether its breakfast or main meal. I think it gives good value for money and i don't see why people have a problem with the chain. Another cracking video mate, thank you👍🙂
I do like my “Spoons” and I’ve been in that very branch in Farringdon although my favourite in London is The Goodman’s Field over at Tower Hill. Here in Norfolk we have several branches like around the UK but when I’m in London I always try and use a “Spoons”. Cheap beer too.
There is nothing wrong with “Spoons” Darren they give people want they want a warm environment and cheaper food and drinks. In this day and age that is something to be thankful for when you go for a night out.
@@AJ-sv5qg Actually I only drink tea or coffee when I go for a meal in “Spoons”, the price of alcohol makes little difference to me, but it may do to others enjoying time out.
Great honest review, my partner and i go to weatherspoons in elgin Scotland every second Sunday for breakfast, we love it, its a bargain an free coffee or tea refills too, ive tried large vegetarian breakfast, large Scottish breakfast, American breakfast an miners Benedict,there all good, my favourite is the miners Benedict its amazing, we also go camping alot in Aviemore and fort William and have lunch alot in the fort William weatherspoons, its great value any weatherspoons and food is fine too, one place id recommended is mambos in Aviemore,great beer an great food an lovely atmosphere with friendly staff 👌👍
Breakfast looked nice & for that price, can't complain. Darren, make the videos, you want to make. 99% of us like seeing you too...& enjoy hearing interesting information about the local area. Those that dont, needn't watch. Keep up the good work, taking your time & effort..editing etc, for us to watch 👌 Lizzie 👌🤗🥰
It was so easy to get a second mushroom. Order two breakfasts. 'Spoons are good for real ale. They sell it so cheaply, it is always in good condition due to turnover. A fair number in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide. Another good thing is you can get a pint and something to eat for little money when other pubs are not open. So a good venue to aim to at 10am, then head off on a beer crawl when other pubs open.
Only ever have a breakfast in Wetherspoons when we go on holiday from Birmingham airport or the Good Food show at the NEC always been good I have to say. That’s a good price considering its London!
Hi well what can I say as you know I've followed you from the start and I must say this is the best yet your getting very good and very professional well done keep it up see you in the next one 😊
Well done for your review Darren, I’ve personally had the best and the worst breakfasts in Wetherspoons, I’m guessing it’s the staff on the day because the food doesn’t change it’s all delivered the same, but it is what it is no frills bargain basement breakfast 👍 don’t forget you paid cheap for it 🤷♂️
I quite like Wetherspoons because, as you said, it does the job. That's a very fair assessment. For breakfast unlimited tea is a plus for me. The main problem I have with Wetherspoons is the inconsistencies at their pubs. I have never had fried eggs cooked as good as yours for example. I agree about the bacon. I normally make a sandwich with it. I am new to your channel so playing catch up going through your reviews. I'm really enjoying them. Thank you
I was weaned on Brown Sauce! I'd bath in it, if I could! ... I wouldn't mind "auditing" that breakfast myself! 😋 ... Real food! Those eggs had me drooling! ... Eggs are my all-time favourite food. I can't get enough.
@@mickthemerciless9694 Thank you. I'm glad it made you smile! I don't remember the bit about bathing in Brown Sauce? ... Imaging the stickiness and vinegariness? ... I don't so much have a "bit on the side," more like I have food on my Brown Sauce! 🤣 As for eggs, if they had a fan club, I'd join it! ... Don't let anybody ever tell you eggs are bad for you! ... Eggwina Currie was mental! 🥚👍😋
Late comment Breakfast looked good though not the best Agree re tea v coffee while eating… I prefer tea with food …. The value was reasonable Enjoyed the vlog Darren xx👍👍
If your skint or close to it and cold and need to apply for jobs or just want to get out the house for £1 - £1.75 depending on the part of the country you can sit in a spoons for hours on end for pennies and sadly for a lot of people in 2024 that is an appealing option
Another fantastic video darren, on another note to the people who like 2 judge about your 2 channels either subscribe 2 the one you like the most or neither at all if youve nothing nice 2 say, however i cant get enough thats why im subscribed to both, happy days.
Spoons. Economical. It is what it is. Scrambled egg’s Darren…. Nooooooh not coffee - must be a cup of tea 🫖 lol . A nice strong builders tea. 😂 each to their own 🧑🍳
hey darren great review eaten there many a time and its very handy for the tube/train for me as come from east anglia smithfields cafe nearby is another nice place have to say went breakout cafe other day after your review there loved it mate nice one keep up the good work :)
Last year, over the Summer, I did the rounds of eating / drinking in all the Wetherspoons pubs in Kent. They’re handy if you’re visiting a place because you know where you can eat, drink .. and use the amenities. The food was consistant in terms of you know what to expect, that’s what you get and it’s reasonably priced. I think the only “trouble” I had was in one of the Maidstone’s ‘Spoons where I had to have mushy peas with my Bangers and Mash instead of garden peas as they had none. 😁
I use the app so it’s relatively easy to customise it with extra (additional cost) items or, in some cases, removing items. If you’re on your own and don’t want to leave your coat or any bags it’s handy to be able to order and pay at the table.
Good Evening DJ. Hope you are well. Not a bad Breakfast from what i could see. For the money, it was what it was. It is Food in the Morning and nice mug of tea. For £ 7 and a few pence. Not bad. Thank you DJ.
Hi Darren. Re Spoons. I used to visit hotels and restaurants for work. Spoons one of the chains. They had massive turn over of staff as I believe they were on zero hour contracts. I've been in managers offices when staff were told, they could either go home (no pay) or they'd ring around to see if other Spoons needed anybody. If so they could go there (no pay till they got there). I think now they're on proper contracts. Anyway. The food. When I used to go, things like bacon were pre-cooked on a morning and put in containers, then warmed through when orders came in. Why they're quick at serving. Depending who's doing eggs and hash browns can vary from day to day. Sometimes OK others awful. One thing about Spoons. You'll find they have 5 star for cleanliness. The managers for the high jump if not. They weren't a good company to work when I went. (my opinion). May have changed.
Pretty decent and good value- certainly a big breakfast to start your day! I do agree about the Bacon- can be a bit dry, but withsauce its ok, but no better than ok bacon wise
Hey Darren. Weatherspoons mystery diner here in North London. The food varies depending on who's cooking it in my experience. I've probably done 50 or more breakfasts for them. Btw. Prices vary across different spoons. Ps. you could have grabbed a coffee after your tea. Just ask for a new mug. You pay once for as much tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
It’s your vlog Darren,you do what you want, I really would like to see more of London as I don’t get chance to go often anymore,just ignore the moaners 👍👍
Great review. Nothing wrong with a spoons - yep we love a pellicci style breakfast but frankly couldn’t afford it every day on our travels- spoons do decent breakfasts - and curries - and unlimited hot drinks - what’s not to like.
Well that was better than some of the prices you have paid looked fair to me, I always support spoons because I can get real ale for £2..29 a pint sometimes if want to shift a barrel off they sell for 99p a pint. ( not london ) enjoyed the video. thank you.
before every health and saftey visit we always had a warning then spent 24 hours running about in panic trying to sort it all out lol!even the grapevine was red hot it all got shared quietly among managers they all text each other to warn them if you are about but you probably know this darren
Spoons does do the job, its a good way of putting it. They're generally nice buildings that's decorated with a nod to the local history and located in convenient spots. They've used an old magistrate's building in Keswick (Lakes) and you can eat in the cells which nice. The beer is generally good as they partner with CAMRA. The food is cheap and the unlimited drink option is good value. I think its horses for courses but they're great on value.
I go into that Spoons occasionally. It's one the better ones and the chefs there can cook a decent steak as well. The staff there work really hard and try to make sure you get served quickly. I've noticed the manager doesn't like tables piled up with dirty plates, as like on Sunday the pub was packed and no tables free. So the staff are In the habit of taking your plate as soon as you finish. As you said It's fine and does the job and it has nicer staff than many other Spoons .
Another enjoyable video, I can't grumble with a wetherspoons! Tech though Darren this is your second, doesn't matter where you had it-you had a spoons breakfast lol I also rather like the Hungry Horse chain as well!
In the US have allways been told that Henry Bains at a private club Louivile invented it.for the KY derby. No it was the guy at HP no anchovies in Bains recipe.
You always know what you're getting in Spoons. Cheap and cheerful. Does what is says on the tin. Unfortunaetly in this day and age it is the only option for some people.
I always have a spoons veggie breakfast as the sausages are lovely and a cheeky pint with it as a treat lol as you always say Darren you got to treat yourself lol
Ive just had a filling fish,chips and mushy peas with lashing of HP Sauce, salt and pepper vinegar and tartare sauce and a pint of Abbot Ale all for £8.10 now that is value.
what is it with the bullying and hateful comments on DJs channel. if you dont like what Darren puts out, then please feel free to not let the door hit you on the way out. Darren is a kind, genuine guy, doing his best to give us quality entertainment, in a world where you can be anything, BE NICE!!!! Keep doing what your doing Darren and ignore the small minded idiots on here, dont forget all comments are good comments.. We love what your doing on both channels.. 💙
My biggest issue with a 'Spoons breakfast is they are so inconsistent. I've had stone cold breakfasts given to me that I've sent back and some breakfasts that were blindingly good. I'd rather pay an extra £2 and get more beans and mushrooms, they do scrimp on them.
For the price you can't complain cheap & cheerful it does the job, i do envy the HP sauce i can't get it anywhere here in Mexico 😭 good review as always 👍
That’s incredible value for money. OTC’s for that price. Very decent food. But not as good as your channel which is for free DJ!! That’s the real bargain.👌. Keep these great videos coming. ❤️🙏.x
Looks good to me DJ i usually have the brunch they used to do a mixed grill but not at my local spoons now, ignore the negative comments your loyal subscribers will always be here. 👍
So my friend you have joined the mass ranks of fellow vloger's to review a Wetherspoons ( or just Spoons 😊) Breakfast. Basic Fry up.Plate a bit crowded, if they can't put the toast on a side plate, take extra napkins to use instead. Its a meal,not really to be savored. More grab,chomped down. Tea/ coffee gone. Spoons have no pretentious air's & graces. It's a pit stop restaurant And it's good at what it does Like all chains its the staff, thats the key.If they care it shows on the plate. Its a from the top down problem. But to refuel,read your paper, drink 6 cups of tea. Grand Take it for what it is❤Cheers Allan&Family
My experiences of Spoons haven't been favourable , dirty tables , poor service , cold food.....I'll not bore you with the rest of the list but sure you get the idea. There are so many that love this poor quality cheap breakfast which is why I've had the misfortune to find myself sharing a table tight lipped 🤣 As you've said.. 'You get what you pay for ' Great honest review as always 👍
Ummmmmmm, well it wasn't like that in this video, plus you must have gone to the wrong ones then! + how many Spoons have you been to, I have had a few not good ones but many, many alright/very good ones. but complained with ones that were below par and cooked fresh for me again and was alright. 👍🏻 So don't pardon them all with the same brush!
By the way, it's not just unlimited tea, it's every type of coffee known to man, hot chocolate and all the posh flavoured teas as well, as many as your bladder can take. Superb value for money
Spoons breakfast no matter what town or city, does seem to be very good, when we stayed up in Edinburgh the hotel we were in wanted £17 a head, we walked around the corner and payed £20 for 2 breakfast and unlimited tea or coffee, I have found out spoons do have hotels dotted around the country now so might have to slum it with the wife, just to see how reasonable they are!
I thought you were Billy Connelly for a minute. I only have the highest praise for Wetherspoons, never had a bad experience there 😋 but I never understand why anyone likes eggs so runny, almost raw
You cant beat a spoons for their price the only draw back is i find their breakfast warm instead of hot maybe its the cold plates they serve it on instead of warming them up in the oven im sure that would help!
Darren the facts are in some causes you can get what you pay for! And I mean that as a compliment value for money ! Yes we know you love a good butchers sausage etc but I wouldn’t imaging you’ll get a large brekkie with all top ingredients for that price! 👍 sometimes decent is ok
I've had enough spoons brekkies in my time let's be fair it's not Michelin star nor is it meant to be, its a budget brekkie and for what it is it always hits the spot. I agree about the bacon it's always like a rubber tyre but the sausages are good by the way where was the black pudding 😊
It's spoons, it is what it is, it's cheap and cheerful, not 5* dining. I like spoons for cheap food and drinks. Our local spoons hold social meetings, chat and as many cups of tea as you want for the small price. Often go to spoons next to Leeds arena before a concert, the pizza is lovely.
Country is a better place for having Spoons. Unlimited refills of tea and coffee means every one of them is a place for the elderly to meet in a safe and warm environment. Walk in any spoons during the day and a group of old boys or girls will be there socialising. Where else do they have to go now especially in the inner cities. Let’s hope the spoons can keep on thriving.
Never ate in a spoons, or any boozer. ( Pubs are for supping.) They get my vote, all day long. The one i go in, Bradford, is always well attended, good savvy staff, and yes, a bleeding good price to boot ! I'll be there tomorrow.
Spoons is what it is, but i am a fan of their food. The small plates are pretty good i think. I had a breakfast in the Spoons at Leeds Station a while ago and it was great and cost only a few quid. So for the price paid id say its a great deal. Would it be a destination of choice? No but you could do far worse in London for under £8. Cheers DJ
Value, I think, if you can't buy all those individual ingredients then its handy. I like the fact you do a bit of food, menus, ambience, price and surroundings . Great 😊
Have to say, I do like a 'Spoons. I know that they get a bad rap for various "things" but as a Punter, they offer exactly what they say they will without pretence or anything. Indeed, there *may* have been occasions where a Sunday 'Spoons Brekkie with lots of (good) Coffee has morphed into a Sunday 'Spoons Lunch with lots of (good) beer!!!
I still can't believe you've never gone for a wethys brekkie before lol!!! However, just cos a wethy's is at an airport, surely that would still count??am intrigued why you wouldn't count it as one hahaha. I find hit and miss with their food but can't complain for the price. Good video DJ!
I can't knock Wetherspoons. I think the food is good for the price. Whenever I have been in one the staff are always friendly and create conversation, particularly if on my own. Makes me want to go back. 👍
DJ doing a spoons video never thought i would see the day... Dont think your heart was in this video tbh . As for the food for a spoons this was a 10/10 the bacon always looks like that regardless of where you go You can get unlimited coffee as well you didnt look comfy sat in spoons 😂
Well I’d have woofed that down DJ! As you say it is what it is and nothing wrong with that! And I just want to say DJ this is YOUR channel, they both are and you can call them whatever you want and if you want to show us a good brekkie and the walk on the way you go right ahead! You want to show us around London eating a burger? You go right ahead! You no doubt spend hours and hours uploading these for us and I for one love everything about them and appreciate all the time and effort you put into them! And you know I’ve said this many times before DJ but you really are a very rare gem to TH-cam … utterly sincere, a complete gentleman, funny, original, informative and above all … love food as much as me! You show us every foodie joint from the simple sandwich to a top notch dining experience! Never ever change DJ! You’re my favourite TH-camr and the only one I’m subscribed to! And I for one will see you on the next one!! 💜🍔🥓🥚🍳🏍️🏎️
Truly taken back by your kind words Emma. Thank you, and I shall see you on the next one 🙏🏼👍🏼🙂
Marvellous get clap of hand 🖐 for that get 10
The $64,000 question is Darren, would it be that nice at any Wetherspoons?
@@michaeldasilva5079maybe that’s a series in itself😬. Somehow…. I don’t think so.
@@DJsFoodTravelsyou shouldn’t be surprised. I started watching you in lockdown. You are a really decent man, I can only congratulate you for trying to make a go of it with your Chanel. Having that extra time because your hours are reduced is commendable. There’s been ups and downs that you’ve shared with us…you’ve been honest and that’s what we long term watchers admire. Just keep going, you are obviously taking it seriously. Thank you. In our Wetherspoons, they do OAP lunches, children’s portions and are open all day. It’s a while since I’ve been so I’ll give it a go. Thanks.
Good and fair Review Darren. me and my wife both work lots of hours and are not on the best of wages. we try and go to spoons every Thursday as we can both do that day. we have a breakfast and a tea or coffee for less that £14.00, we can sit chat about our week, worry's hang ups, whatever. i know the food is average but it does allow us some valuable time together on a budget. Wetherspoons means different things for different people i think. as always thanks for sharing.
Very well explained. Thank you for sharing
That's a very fair assessment and I agree
Spoons is awesome, you can chill without the guilt of breaking the bank. I love it for what it is.
I also had a Weatherspoons breakfast for the first time last week, i had the same as you £6.40 with a refill coffee cup. I really enjoyed it and said exactly the same as you when i looked at the bacon but it tasted lovely. I also found the butter was very nice on the toast. I went because they started a veterans breakfast club and yes i will be going again next month.
Agree about the look of the bacon but it does taste good. I think it's maple bacon, so tastes nicer than it looks
Looked alright to me, central London £7.76, hot breakfast, table service what more do you expect
To he honest DJ, I've been in a number of Wetherspoons over the country for years, and i cam say, I've never had a bad meal in any of them, whether its breakfast or main meal. I think it gives good value for money and i don't see why people have a problem with the chain.
Another cracking video mate, thank you👍🙂
I do like my “Spoons” and I’ve been in that very branch in Farringdon although my favourite in London is The Goodman’s Field over at Tower Hill. Here in Norfolk we have several branches like around the UK but when I’m in London I always try and use a “Spoons”. Cheap beer too.
There is nothing wrong with “Spoons” Darren they give people want they want a warm environment and cheaper food and drinks. In this day and age that is something to be thankful for when you go for a night out.
You are like other Spoons locals. It's all about the cheaper alcohol for you, not the food
Are you serious 😂 what's it to you
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I’m agreeing with you. Don’t mind that other… well he could be having a bad day or personal problems. 👍
@@johnowen7302 He's a click face. Blank him.
@@AJ-sv5qg Actually I only drink tea or coffee when I go for a meal in “Spoons”, the price of alcohol makes little difference to me, but it may do to others enjoying time out.
Great honest review, my partner and i go to weatherspoons in elgin Scotland every second Sunday for breakfast, we love it, its a bargain an free coffee or tea refills too, ive tried large vegetarian breakfast, large Scottish breakfast, American breakfast an miners Benedict,there all good, my favourite is the miners Benedict its amazing, we also go camping alot in Aviemore and fort William and have lunch alot in the fort William weatherspoons, its great value any weatherspoons and food is fine too, one place id recommended is mambos in Aviemore,great beer an great food an lovely atmosphere with friendly staff 👌👍
Breakfast looked nice & for that price, can't complain.
Darren, make the videos, you want to make.
99% of us like seeing you too...& enjoy hearing interesting information about the local area.
Those that dont, needn't watch.
Keep up the good work, taking your time & effort..editing etc, for us to watch 👌
Lizzie 👌🤗🥰
Thanks 👍
Interesting to see this audit Darren honest and fun to watch. Looking forward to the next one.
Good honest review as usual Darren. Got to say I also enjoy the walk around parts of your vlogs too 😊
Good to hear
It was so easy to get a second mushroom. Order two breakfasts.
'Spoons are good for real ale. They sell it so cheaply, it is always in good condition due to turnover. A fair number in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide.
Another good thing is you can get a pint and something to eat for little money when other pubs are not open. So a good venue to aim to at 10am, then head off on a beer crawl when other pubs open.
Only ever have a breakfast in Wetherspoons when we go on holiday from Birmingham airport or the Good Food show at the NEC always been good I have to say.
That’s a good price considering its London!
We want to see your face as well as the food DJ. Thanks for the reviews 😊
I'm happy seeing town too, as well as the food. Haha, know what you mean about tea with food.
Nice review of 'a middle of the road' breakkie.
Hi well what can I say as you know I've followed you from the start and I must say this is the best yet your getting very good and very professional well done keep it up see you in the next one 😊
Well done for your review Darren, I’ve personally had the best and the worst breakfasts in Wetherspoons, I’m guessing it’s the staff on the day because the food doesn’t change it’s all delivered the same, but it is what it is no frills bargain basement breakfast 👍 don’t forget you paid cheap for it 🤷♂️
I like your trips around London, keep on showing us around
Love a Weatherspoon Breakfast . There you go Darren another great video . Keep them coming love the channel..
Absolute value for money,
Only thing missing is a tomato!
Don't wish for a 'spoons tomato - always undercooked to the point of being raw and, like the rest of the food, cold.
I quite like Wetherspoons because, as you said, it does the job. That's a very fair assessment. For breakfast unlimited tea is a plus for me.
The main problem I have with Wetherspoons is the inconsistencies at their pubs.
I have never had fried eggs cooked as good as yours for example. I agree about the bacon. I normally make a sandwich with it.
I am new to your channel so playing catch up going through your reviews. I'm really enjoying them. Thank you
12:55 12:55 Two large merlots for 5.90 other pubs 8.50 a gi
My local wetherspoon's in Ireland is closing down. It's warm cheap and cheerful, I'll miss it when it's gone.
I was weaned on Brown Sauce! I'd bath in it, if I could! ... I wouldn't mind "auditing" that breakfast myself! 😋 ... Real food!
Those eggs had me drooling! ... Eggs are my all-time favourite food. I can't get enough.
Bathe in brown sauce! And egg drooling.😅😅😅 I can't get enough! 😂 You're comments made my day.😊
@@mickthemerciless9694 Thank you. I'm glad it made you smile!
I don't remember the bit about bathing in Brown Sauce? ... Imaging the stickiness and vinegariness? ... I don't so much have a "bit on the side," more like I have food on my Brown Sauce! 🤣
As for eggs, if they had a fan club, I'd join it! ... Don't let anybody ever tell you eggs are bad for you! ... Eggwina Currie was mental! 🥚👍😋
Late comment Breakfast looked good though not the best Agree re tea v coffee while eating… I prefer tea with food …. The value was reasonable Enjoyed the vlog Darren xx👍👍
If your skint or close to it and cold and need to apply for jobs or just want to get out the house for £1 - £1.75 depending on the part of the country you can sit in a spoons for hours on end for pennies and sadly for a lot of people in 2024 that is an appealing option
Unfortunately, drinking coffee all day in a wetherspoons is not 'in the spirit of the offer' to most of the managers
Another fantastic video darren, on another note to the people who like 2 judge about your 2 channels either subscribe 2 the one you like the most or neither at all if youve nothing nice 2 say, however i cant get enough thats why im subscribed to both, happy days.
Spoons. Economical. It is what it is. Scrambled egg’s Darren…. Nooooooh not coffee - must be a cup of tea 🫖 lol . A nice strong builders tea. 😂 each to their own 🧑🍳
hey darren great review eaten there many a time and its very handy for the tube/train for me as come from east anglia smithfields cafe nearby is another nice place have to say went breakout cafe other day after your review there loved it mate nice one keep up the good work :)
Last year, over the Summer, I did the rounds of eating / drinking in all the Wetherspoons pubs in Kent. They’re handy if you’re visiting a place because you know where you can eat, drink .. and use the amenities.
The food was consistant in terms of you know what to expect, that’s what you get and it’s reasonably priced.
I think the only “trouble” I had was in one of the Maidstone’s ‘Spoons where I had to have mushy peas with my Bangers and Mash instead of garden peas as they had none. 😁
I use the app so it’s relatively easy to customise it with extra (additional cost) items or, in some cases, removing items.
If you’re on your own and don’t want to leave your coat or any bags it’s handy to be able to order and pay at the table.
Good Evening DJ. Hope you are well. Not a bad Breakfast from what i could see. For the money, it was what it was. It is Food in the Morning and nice mug of tea. For £ 7 and a few pence. Not bad. Thank you DJ.
Hi Darren. Re Spoons. I used to visit hotels and restaurants for work. Spoons one of the chains. They had massive turn over of staff as I believe they were on zero hour contracts. I've been in managers offices when staff were told, they could either go home (no pay) or they'd ring around to see if other Spoons needed anybody. If so they could go there (no pay till they got there). I think now they're on proper contracts. Anyway. The food. When I used to go, things like bacon were pre-cooked on a morning and put in containers, then warmed through when orders came in. Why they're quick at serving. Depending who's doing eggs and hash browns can vary from day to day. Sometimes OK others awful. One thing about Spoons. You'll find they have 5 star for cleanliness. The managers for the high jump if not. They weren't a good company to work when I went. (my opinion). May have changed.
Hi Darren i always enjoy your videos thanks mate Shane in Sydney 🦘 🇦🇺
Love your videos and honest reviews. Also like to see London and around abouts where you are 👍🏻
Pretty decent and good value- certainly a big breakfast to start your day! I do agree about the Bacon- can be a bit dry, but withsauce its ok, but no better than ok bacon wise
Hey Darren. Weatherspoons mystery diner here in North London. The food varies depending on who's cooking it in my experience. I've probably done 50 or more breakfasts for them.
Btw. Prices vary across different spoons.
Ps. you could have grabbed a coffee after your tea. Just ask for a new mug. You pay once for as much tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
Interesting!
how do become a mystery dinner ?
A hit or miss in Wetherspoons. Looked ok to be fair Darren. 🥰☀️🥰xxx
I have seen worse
It’s your vlog Darren,you do what you want, I really would like to see more of London as I don’t get chance to go often anymore,just ignore the moaners 👍👍
Great review. Nothing wrong with a spoons - yep we love a pellicci style breakfast but frankly couldn’t afford it every day on our travels- spoons do decent breakfasts - and curries - and unlimited hot drinks - what’s not to like.
Well that was better than some of the prices you have paid looked fair to me, I always support spoons because I can get real ale for £2..29 a pint sometimes if want to shift a barrel off they sell for 99p a pint. ( not london ) enjoyed the video. thank you.
before every health and saftey visit we always had a warning then spent 24 hours running about in panic trying to sort it all out lol!even the grapevine was red hot it all got shared quietly among managers they all text each other to warn them if you are about but you probably know this darren
Its the char on the bacon and the poppy seed bread thats lovely :) plus a coffee 😁
Great videos, keep up the great work! Ignore any haters 💪
I enjoy the mix of seeing the food and seeing you eat it! Brekko looked okay, I’m not sure I’ve ever had eggs as good as that in spoons myself
Spoons does do the job, its a good way of putting it. They're generally nice buildings that's decorated with a nod to the local history and located in convenient spots. They've used an old magistrate's building in Keswick (Lakes) and you can eat in the cells which nice. The beer is generally good as they partner with CAMRA. The food is cheap and the unlimited drink option is good value. I think its horses for courses but they're great on value.
I go into that Spoons occasionally. It's one the better ones and the chefs there can cook a decent steak as well.
The staff there work really hard and try to make sure you get served quickly. I've noticed the manager doesn't like tables piled up with dirty
plates, as like on Sunday the pub was packed and no tables free. So the staff are
In the habit of taking your plate as soon as you finish. As you said
It's fine and does the job and it has nicer staff than many other Spoons .
Another enjoyable video, I can't grumble with a wetherspoons!
Tech though Darren this is your second, doesn't matter where you had it-you had a spoons breakfast lol
I also rather like the Hungry Horse chain as well!
If you say so
@@DJsFoodTravels I do indeed mate 😎
In the US have allways been told that Henry Bains at a private club Louivile invented it.for the KY derby. No it was the guy at HP no anchovies in Bains recipe.
You always know what you're getting in Spoons. Cheap and cheerful. Does what is says on the tin. Unfortunaetly in this day and age it is the only option for some people.
Not a fan of Nando's but WeatherSpoon's is very, underrated. You cant go wrong with the mixed grill. Well done, Darren.😊
The weather spoons meal looked nice and the hash browns look lovely and your eggs looked lovely 🎉
I always have a spoons veggie breakfast as the sausages are lovely and a cheeky pint with it as a treat lol as you always say Darren you got to treat yourself lol
I would say that the breakfast looked good - well presented and excellent value for money.
Darren John DJ20 is the best thing about utube😊😊
Ive just had a filling fish,chips and mushy peas with lashing of HP Sauce, salt and pepper vinegar and tartare sauce and a pint of Abbot Ale all for £8.10 now that is value.
Like you said it does the job you know what you get and it’s quick and easy and good value if your on a budget ❤❤❤
Hi DJ, not a patch on your cooked breakfast
You need to show these guys your excellent skills. Great video. Thanks for sharing 😊😊
Always enjoy Wetherspoons, get what you pay for. Thanks DJ xx
what is it with the bullying and hateful comments on DJs channel. if you dont like what Darren puts out, then please feel free to not let the door hit you on the way out. Darren is a kind, genuine guy, doing his best to give us quality entertainment, in a world where you can be anything, BE NICE!!!!
Keep doing what your doing Darren and ignore the small minded idiots on here, dont forget all comments are good comments.. We love what your doing on both channels.. 💙
Thank you - TH-cam must be blocking the negative comments for me, as I'm not seeing comments that bad. It's a shame if they're are
You'd do well to find another Fried Breakfast for that price anywhere else in Farringdon Darren 👍
My biggest issue with a 'Spoons breakfast is they are so inconsistent. I've had stone cold breakfasts given to me that I've sent back and some breakfasts that were blindingly good. I'd rather pay an extra £2 and get more beans and mushrooms, they do scrimp on them.
Don’t change your London history and I like to watch you eat so keep it as it is mate
For the price you can't complain cheap & cheerful it does the job, i do envy the HP sauce i can't get it anywhere here in Mexico 😭 good review as always 👍
That’s incredible value for money. OTC’s for that price. Very decent food.
But not as good as your channel which is for free DJ!! That’s the real bargain.👌.
Keep these great videos coming.
❤️🙏.x
Thanks for watching!
Looks good to me DJ i usually have the brunch they used to do a mixed grill but not at my local spoons now, ignore the negative comments your loyal subscribers will always be here. 👍
Ah ok, maybe I'm not seeing the negative stuff (not all of them) that's a shame
So my friend you have joined the mass ranks of fellow vloger's to review a Wetherspoons ( or just Spoons 😊) Breakfast. Basic Fry up.Plate a bit crowded, if they can't put the toast on a side plate, take extra napkins to use instead. Its a meal,not really to be savored. More grab,chomped down. Tea/ coffee gone. Spoons have no pretentious air's & graces. It's a pit stop restaurant And it's good at what it does Like all chains its the staff, thats the key.If they care it shows on the plate. Its a from the top down problem. But to refuel,read your paper, drink 6 cups of tea. Grand Take it for what it is❤Cheers Allan&Family
My experiences of Spoons haven't been favourable , dirty tables , poor service , cold food.....I'll not bore you with the rest of the list but sure you get the idea.
There are so many that love this poor quality cheap breakfast which is why I've had the misfortune to find myself sharing a table tight lipped 🤣
As you've said.. 'You get what you pay for '
Great honest review as always 👍
Ummmmmmm, well it wasn't like that in this video, plus you must have gone to the wrong ones then!
+ how many Spoons have you been to, I have had a few not good ones but many, many alright/very good ones. but complained with ones that were below par and cooked fresh for me again and was alright. 👍🏻
So don't pardon them all with the same brush!
@@mikekaraoke It's 'have' not 'of'....this is why you like the place 🤣
@@geebee6737 To be fair, I was really tired when I typed this 😴🤣
I have now changed this-so calm down grammar police 👮🏻♀👮🏻♂🚓🚔🚨
@@mikekaraoke ..no worries , glad I could help 😄
Good vlog nothing wrong with spoons , variety is the spice of life x
By the way, it's not just unlimited tea, it's every type of coffee known to man, hot chocolate and all the posh flavoured teas as well, as many as your bladder can take. Superb value for money
Spoons breakfast no matter what town or city, does seem to be very good, when we stayed up in Edinburgh the hotel we were in wanted £17 a head, we walked around the corner and payed £20 for 2 breakfast and unlimited tea or coffee, I have found out spoons do have hotels dotted around the country now so might have to slum it with the wife, just to see how reasonable they are!
I thought you were Billy Connelly for a minute. I only have the highest praise for Wetherspoons, never had a bad experience there 😋 but I never understand why anyone likes eggs so runny, almost raw
You cant beat a spoons for their price the only draw back is i find their breakfast warm instead of hot maybe its the cold plates they serve it on instead of warming them up in the oven im sure that would help!
Maybe it was the one you went to, I have been to many over the decades and some been warm and some have been hot!
Yer me too but havant had a hot one yet!@@mikekaraoke
Darren the facts are in some causes you can get what you pay for! And I mean that as a compliment value for money ! Yes we know you love a good butchers sausage etc but I wouldn’t imaging you’ll get a large brekkie with all top ingredients for that price! 👍 sometimes decent is ok
I agree, tea with English and ground coffee with scrambled or omelette
Looked far better than the terrible breakfast we had at Spoons in Perranporth in Cornwall. Nice review as usual
I visited Perranporth on a family holiday years ago
Thanks for showing more of the food, even though we like your face!! And I like London too, anyway, I always like Spoons, it's good and good value
DJ, I recommend their Eggs Benedict. Really good, great value and filling.
I've had enough spoons brekkies in my time let's be fair it's not Michelin star nor is it meant to be, its a budget brekkie and for what it is it always hits the spot. I agree about the bacon it's always like a rubber tyre but the sausages are good by the way where was the black pudding 😊
I beg to differ. I like to see you eating the food and either enjoying it or not. 😋
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Agree!
Hi thanks your breakfast look.ok .oh wow never knew that was your job. After a chief😊 frm karen s
It's spoons, it is what it is, it's cheap and cheerful, not 5* dining. I like spoons for cheap food and drinks. Our local spoons hold social meetings, chat and as many cups of tea as you want for the small price.
Often go to spoons next to Leeds arena before a concert, the pizza is lovely.
Country is a better place for having Spoons. Unlimited refills of tea and coffee means every one of them is a place for the elderly to meet in a safe and warm environment. Walk in any spoons during the day and a group of old boys or girls will be there socialising. Where else do they have to go now especially in the inner cities. Let’s hope the spoons can keep on thriving.
It's fair breakfast for the money dj 😊
Darren John is a legend James
Looked better than my local weatherspoons Darren!!
Hi Darren check out o neails at the back of the pladeum London large breakfast probably the best iv had in London see wot u think
Never ate in a spoons, or any boozer. ( Pubs are for supping.) They get my vote, all day long. The one i go in, Bradford, is always well attended, good savvy staff, and yes, a bleeding good price to boot ! I'll be there tomorrow.
Were the beans hot? Every spoons breakfast we've had the beans have been cold!
Good. For. The. Money. Free. Tea. Good service
Hi DJ......I do like the big brekkie but it pays to add some black pudding for a good finish!
It does, but he doesn't like blacking pudding!
Spoons is what it is, but i am a fan of their food. The small plates are pretty good i think. I had a breakfast in the Spoons at Leeds Station a while ago and it was great and cost only a few quid. So for the price paid id say its a great deal. Would it be a destination of choice? No but you could do far worse in London for under £8. Cheers DJ
For me and millions of others, Wetherspoons would be a destination of choice to be fair 🤷🏻♂
Value, I think, if you can't buy all those individual ingredients then its handy. I like the fact you do a bit of food, menus, ambience, price and surroundings . Great 😊
Yes! Thank you!
Have to say, I do like a 'Spoons. I know that they get a bad rap for various "things" but as a Punter, they offer exactly what they say they will without pretence or anything.
Indeed, there *may* have been occasions where a Sunday 'Spoons Brekkie with lots of (good) Coffee has morphed into a Sunday 'Spoons Lunch with lots of (good) beer!!!
I still can't believe you've never gone for a wethys brekkie before lol!!! However, just cos a wethy's is at an airport, surely that would still count??am intrigued why you wouldn't count it as one hahaha. I find hit and miss with their food but can't complain for the price. Good video DJ!
I truly enjoy seeing your videos. This breakfast seems to be a fair value for the money.
Glad you like them!
Probably one of the very best interiors, you’ll eat a breakfast like that, at that price.
I can't knock Wetherspoons. I think the food is good for the price. Whenever I have been in one the staff are always friendly and create conversation, particularly if on my own. Makes me want to go back. 👍
7.76.....really, in London, you have nothing to complain about , be thankful that's all .
FIRST TIME CHECKIN OUT YOU'RE CONTENT ENJOYED IT THAT MEAL I WOULD ALSO EAT IT FOR DINNER
Nice one Matthew, welcome
DJ doing a spoons video never thought i would see the day...
Dont think your heart was in this video tbh . As for the food for a spoons this was a 10/10 the bacon always looks like that regardless of where you go
You can get unlimited coffee as well you didnt look comfy sat in spoons 😂
And btw a family member works in a spoons and they are strictly instructed to clear plates ASAP regardless of how busy it seems
The bacon alwas looks like that, have you been to veryone in UK and or seen them all onTV/Mags etc
I don't think so sunshine lol