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Evaluating 234 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently mention that the staff members are extremely welcoming, polite, and ensure a pleasant atmosphere during their visits to the restaurant. Visitors often highlight that the meals are freshly prepared, exceptionally tasty, and generally served in generous, satisfying portions that exceed expectations. Some reviewers were not happy with inconsistent food temperatures, noting that dishes sometimes arrived cold or unappealing. Consumers also reported encountering missing items, incorrect sauces, and disappointing portion sizes on several online delivery occasions. People additionally described frustrating encounters regarding unhelpful customer service and delayed order fulfillments when trying to resolve issues.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Firstly we asked for no spice on large kebab and it was full of it my sister couldn’t eat it also it was less meat and overloaded with salad chips were all at the bottom of the bag and freezing cold... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The guy behind the counter in the Colchester branch could not have been more pleasant. He was welcoming and helpful, everything anyone could want in an employee. But the food was dire, portion s... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Staff quite pleasant. Food - if vegetarian or vegan, forget it. They stopped the vegan burger. The vegan doner is quite disgusting - cardboard thick pitta shape and vegan meat tasting like shoelaces... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

West Bromwich gdk absolutely amazing thanks to puiu,Albert,Anisha. I always travel from hallgreen to West Bromwich specially for this branch as you will not get good like this anywhere else . Puiu in... See more


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German Doner Kebab - Kebabs. Done Right. Gourmet Doner Kebabs. Winner of the Food Awards


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time at GDK Weston super mare.

First time at GDK Weston super mare.

Firstly was confused by ordering. Remove items etc. but this didn't matter as at the counter they sorted for me.

Food came over, I had the fajita wrap and hisband the large kebab, both presented very well and was absolutely gorgeous. I even wrapped up half of mine and brought it home with me.

I would definitely recognise.

Found restaurant very clean, and welcoming. Only thing I noticed was the toilets need a good bleaching down the pan.

November 4, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disappointing experience at German Doner Kebab, Rushden Lakes!

First time trying the chicken kebab, and unfortunately, it was a complete disappointment. There was hardly any salad in it, and it was so peppery that it was inedible and ended up going straight in the bin.

The small chips were an absolute rip-off. I received around 12 chips, smaller than what you'd expect in a McDonald's Happy Meal.

Definitely not worth the money.
I ordered through Deliveroo, and the food was only just warm when it arrived.

Overall, very poor value for money and disappointing food quality. I certainly wouldn't rush back after this experience.

October 24, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgusted GDK offer a 15 pound voucher…

Disgusted GDK offer a 15 pound voucher which doesn't cover cost of our meals let alone running to and through to try sort order.maybe stop opening shops and focus on your franchise partners poor performances based on fact trust pilot reviews for one star superseding your five.

October 16, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

⭐ Disappointing experience at GDK…

⭐ Disappointing experience at GDK Wembley – poor customer service

I have been a loyal GDK customer for over three years, so I was extremely disappointed by the way I was treated during my visit to the Wembley branch.

I went to the counter to buy the £5 Fiv£r. According to the information available online, I could purchase it at the counter without needing the app. I also bought the same offer at the counter with cash just last week.

However, the staff member serving me insisted that I needed the app. When I explained that I had purchased it at the counter the previous week, he told me that this was not true. I found his attitude rude, dismissive and completely unacceptable.

As a regular customer of more than three years, I was disappointed not only by the lack of clear information but also by the way I was spoken to. If the policy has changed, it should be explained politely and professionally. There is absolutely no reason to make a customer feel as though they are lying about their own experience.

Loyal customers deserve to be treated with respect. Unfortunately, this experience has seriously affected my impression of GDK Wembley. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses both the staff member's attitude and the lack of clear communication regarding the offer.

October 9, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Warning- expect shards of bone

Placed an order with Elephant & Castle branch on September 24th and found a large (almost 2 inches long) shard of bone in my meal.
It cracked the top of my tooth crown and I was unable to eat the rest of my meal.

I filed a complaint and submitted photos and received an automated response followed a few days later by a message saying they would look into it and be in touch.
I heard nothing so I sent another message on 30th September
I received an automated reply followed by a reply yesterday saying again that they would look in to it but that they "advise customers to consume the product with care", which is not at all reassuring.
They advised that they "cannot provide a timescale".
I have not even received a refund (which I would consider the bare minimum in this situation), nor have they requested the shard of bone (which I saved) be sent to them for their "investigation".

The website states that "there may be a very slight chance that a small piece of bone can be found" but the shard in my meal was almost 2 inches long, it was thin but solid and very sharp.

The poor quality of both the food and the (pretty much non existent) follow up from customer service demonstrates a lack of care or respect for customers that amounts to negligence.

September 24, 2026
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