Hastings restaurant has the 'cheapest breakfast in Britain', says YouTuber

Food reviewer Gary Hanna, who has more than half a million followers, came to Hastings recently to give his verdict on the town centre eatery.

Gary sampled the Grumpy Cook’s £2 breakfast, aimed at supporting those on a low income. The breakfast includes a sausage, rasher of bacon, fried egg and toast.

He said: “The egg was nicely cooked. I thought at that price it would be a cheap sausage but it was not. It was a real quality sausage, nice and herby. What was also stunning was the thickness of the bacon. I really enjoyed it.

"What really annoyed me was the Costa and Cafe Nero just over the road were packed and it was relatively empty at the Grumpy Cook. People should support their independents. Places like this give back to the community.

Gary also sampled a sausage roll, which he described as ‘proper’ and ‘quality’, and a slice of Biscoff cake which he described as ‘perfect’.

In the video, regular customer Sue chatted to Gary and said: “The cheese scones here are the best in town. I come in at least twice a week.”

Gary said: “Hastings is rated as the 14th poorest town in the whole of the country and what they are doing for the community, in my opinion, is top drawer.

The Grumpy Cook says that its aim is to help tackle food poverty without the stigma, sometimes, associated with having to go to a food bank. They fund free meals, run a men’s mental health group and help combat loneliness amongst older residents.

Gary finished by saying: “The staff in there were lovely. Is it the greatest breakfast ever? For £2 it is. It’s simple, if you are in Hastings, go in an support an independent.”