GDK (German Doner Kebab)

GDK (German Doner Kebab)

Food and Beverage Services

Glasgow, Scotland 9,630 followers

Kebabs. Done Right.

About us

German Doner Kebab is a fast-casual restaurant brand that is changing the world’s perception of the traditional kebab. Positioned within the broad sector of Mediterranean style of food, one of the fastest growing sectors in the restaurant industry, GDK has raised the bar, offering a focused menu that brings quality, consistency, reliability and high standards that have not been present before. Our vision is to be recognised as one of the top fast-casual brands in the world and unquestionably the number one for Doner Kebabs. We’ve spent a decade developing our products and recipes, creating our own unique blend of spices, innovating our signature sauces and perfecting our distinctive ‘Doner Kebab’ waffle bread. Our gourmet Doner Kebabs are made using only the best premium quality ingredients. To maintain quality and consistency we use lean succulent meats imported directly from Germany, and the freshest locally produced vegetables that are delivered and prepared daily along with our handmade bread. Every order we make at GDK is freshly prepared to ensure our guests have a great experience each and every time. This is what makes German Doner Kebab a truly unique taste experience for our customers. The GDK brand started building momentum in 2017 when it was purchased by Athif Sarwar. With the Sarwar family's strong background in business and extensive knowledge and success in franchising, the brand has grown at great pace with 65 restaurants in UK, Europe and Middle East and now rapidly expanding in the USA, Canada, Saudi Arabia and Ireland.

Website
http://www.germandonerkebab.com
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Glasgow, Scotland
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2011
Specialties
Original German Doner Kebab, Franchise Opportunity, Healty Fast Food, and Modern Branding

Locations

  • Primary

    110 Easter Queenslie Road

    Glasgow, Scotland G33 4UL, GB

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Updates

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    Check out our latest feature in Propel Info. Our CEO Simon Wallis shares an update on corporate owned restaurants as we strive for 150 UK GDK restaurants this year. 🚀   "I think it’s healthy for us, as a brand owner and as the master franchisee in the UK, to have an ownership of corporate stores to demonstrate skin in the game and empathy with any issues our franchisees face – but it will be done on an opportunistic basis."   Read more below 👇

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    GDK (German Doner Kebab) chief executive Simon Wallis has told Propel that the company is open to the idea of acquiring equity stores in the future. GDK has grown to 140 UK stores – with a target of passing the 150-mark by the end of this year – purely through franchising. 👉 For the full version of this story and to read it first sign up to the Propel email newsletter for free: https://lnkd.in/eyy_THzR

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    We are proud to bring game-changing kebabs to Bridgwater alongside welcoming our new franchise partner Karim into the GDK fam 🥙   Bridgwater marks our 141st UK restaurant and 5th GDK UK opening this year. Congratulations to Karim and your team and we wish you all the best in your new opening. 👏   If you're in the area make sure to try our authentic German Doner Kebabs with succulent lean meat, toasted waffle bread and signature handmade sauces - all made fresh to order.   Opening Hours: 11:00 to 23:00 – 7 days a week Store Address: Unit 2, Northgate Yard, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3FQ

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    At German Doner Kebab, we are on a mission to redefine the doner kebab experience. Often misconstrued as merely a late-night post-pub treat, we firmly believe that doner kebabs can be enjoyed at any time of day, provided they are ‘Done Right’, and we’ve been determined to prove this through taste, quality, and experience. We recently unveiled a brand-new campaign to celebrate our kebabs as the perfect high-quality meal, bringing them out of the shadows and into the light. Our new campaign features the platform line ‘Doners Worthy of the Daylight’ and is now live on high-impact billboard sites across London, with further sites going live across our UK restaurant tradezones next week. The campaign invites UK consumers to reconsider the doner kebab, typically associated with late-night cravings, and discover GDK’s suitability as a premium, high-quality meal option that can be enjoyed throughout the day too. This campaign has been developed and delivered in partnership with our extended family of agency partners, Lucky Generals, Goodstuff and The Fitting Room and we have thoroughly enjoyed working with them since the beginning of the year to build this initiative, which we hope will turn heads and change perceptions. If you’re out and about this summer and considering what to have for lunch, a picnic, on your way to a festival, after work, or your usual Friday night takeaway at home - try our kebabs. They might just defy your expectations.  

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    On Wednesday 13th June, we learned with profound sadness and shock, of the sudden passing of our esteemed Group Chief Development Officer, Robin Caley. Robin's unexpected departure will leave a significant void in our organisation and in our hearts.   Robin was a dedicated professional, and a cherished colleague. His contributions to our organisation were immense, and his passion, wisdom, and kindness touched the lives of many. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.   During this difficult time, we extend our deepest condolences to Robin's family, his wife Karen and their four daughters: Catherine, Hannah, Lauren and Alexandra, and friends. In honour of Robin’s memory, we have opened a Book of Remembrance to celebrate his life and legacy. We invite you to leave a message, share your memories, or express your condolences to Robin’s family. We will then share a printed version with them to hopefully bring them some comfort and strength during this most difficult of times.   You can access the Book of Remembrance at https://lnkd.in/er9Vb8fA   Let us come together to remember and celebrate Robin’s remarkable life and achievements. His memory will forever remain a part of our company’s history.

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    Read our latest feature in Propel Info where our CEO Simon Wallis discusses all things growth for GDK in 2024 and beyond 🚀  

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    GDK (German Doner Kebab) chief executive Simon Wallis has told Propel it will pass the 150-store landmark in 2024 as it targets filling “bags of white space” outside London, including its first drive-thru. He said the brand also plans to further roll out its travel hub locations, smaller format stores and breakfast offer, as it works towards its target of 300 stores by 2028. GDK currently has 140 UK stores, having opened four so far this year – in Bristol, Bedford, Epsom and Hempstead Valley – all of which are performing ahead of the rest of the estate. 👉 For the full version of this story and to read it first sign up to the Propel email newsletter for free: https://lnkd.in/eyy_THzR

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    Big things coming 👏 Our CEO, Simon Wallis, shares insights with MCA Insight - Leaders in Eating & Drinking Out Market Insight on our growth plans, including plans for our first drive-thru in 2025 and reaching 150 locations this year.    We're expanding in key cities and introducing new formats to bring our game-changing kebabs to more guests. From breakfast to plant-based options, innovation drives our success. Read the full interview to learn more about our journey and future plans. 🥙

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    We are buzzing to announce that we have won the QSR Media UK award for Best Innovation - Food and Beverage for our new GDK:AM Breakfast menu🏆 🍳 We've been on a mission to elevate the kebab through taste, quality and experience and breakfast is all part of that ambition. We are currently trialing the GDK:AM breakfast menu in two of our restaurants, and the positive response has been overwhelming. This award fuels our excitement as we prepare for a wider UK roll-out. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support and dedication of our franchise partners, IVI HOLDINGS and Angel Group. Your hard work and commitment have been instrumental in bringing breakfast to life. Thank you to Tek Pathak and Jitender Kumar for joining us yesterday to accept the award. If a Kebab for breakfast has got your attention, visit GDK Baldock or Holborn 7 days a week from 7am-11am, with more coming on board soon 👀

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    We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our newest German Doner Kebab in the heart of Brighton Beach, Brooklyn 🗽🏖️ This week we proudly cut the ribbon to unveil our 9th GDK restaurant in the USA and third in Brooklyn. With this latest addition, we're now serving up game-changing kebabs at a total of 12 locations across North America 👏 We extend a huge congratulations to Yunus Shahul for the launch of GDK Brighton, marking his impressive 7th GDK venture. Join us in celebrating and make sure to visit if you are in the Big Apple 🥙 📍 224-236 Brighton Beach Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235 ⏰: Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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    It's a been a long time coming but we are buzzing to finally bring the GDK experience to the vibrant city of BRISTOL🎉 GDK Bristol is NOW OPEN at the bustling Cabot Circus shopping centre in the heart of the city. It is the 13th restaurant opened by our valued franchise partners, the ZK Group, and our 140th UK restaurant overall. Congratulations to the whole team at ZK on their opening day, after a series of fantastic pre-opening events. If you're reading this from Bristol, swing by the restaurant to meet the new team and to taste the kebab of the future 🥙

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