Doner Kebab: Charcoal Grill Margate - up there with the best...
Visiting my Mum and family in Margate, on my last night before returning to Singapore of course I had to, yes I just had to. I had to have my doner kebab fix. So off I trot to Charcoal Grill, at 73 Canterbury Rd, Margate.
This is my all-time favourite, and I have tried a few in my time, and a few across the planet not just in Margate. I think the mix of too much beer and downright hunger creates a wonderful dining experience from some greasy paper haha.
Come see the guys if you are here, or just go to your local. You just have to once in your life.
Here are the lovely gentlemen of Charcoal Grill with my large, full sad please, chili sauced, doner kebab. A thing of beauty. I have had 100’s of these in my 47 years.
I have even used one as a warm pillow after I got locked out of my Mum’s and had to sleep on the porch. What a wonderfully diverse dish this is.
The rotating spit with the huge slab of lamb meat, and the guy looking at it with admiration. The inverted cone shaped seasoned meat originated from someone in Turkey coming up with the idea of roasting lambs on a spit horizontally. Sliced thinly when crispy and served in a toasted pita with heaps of salad – onions, tomatoes, green and red lettuce, cucumber and lashings of hot chili sauce. Oh yeah, baby.
This is spicy, tangy, meaty. And must, I say categorically be eaten whilst accompanied by an icy icy cold beer. Enjoy my friends. A die die must try, and death row food.
Oh yeah, baby. Enjoy folks. You just gotta get your hands on one of these – and NOW!!!
Conclusions of the Doner Kebab...
In conclusion, the humble doner kebab stands as a culinary icon, beloved for its tantalizing flavors and rich history. Originating in Turkey, this savory delight has captured the hearts (and stomachs) of food enthusiasts worldwide, and especially in Margate at 01:00AM.
Traditionally, doner kebab consists of seasoned meat, typically lamb, beef, or chicken, stacked onto a vertical rotisserie and slowly roasted to perfection. As the meat cooks, it is thinly sliced and served in a warm pita or flatbread, accompanied by fresh vegetables, sauces, and sometimes even fries/chips for an extra crunch.
But, don’t let its humble origins fool you—doner kebab is anything but ordinary. With its irresistible combination of tender meat, fragrant spices, and vibrant toppings, each bite transports you to the bustling streets of Istanbul and some Turkish food bazaar.
Whether enjoyed as a late-night snack or a hearty meal, doner kebab never fails to satisfy cravings and spark joy. So the next time you’re in the mood for a flavorful and fun dining experience, don’t hesitate to seek out a local kebab stand or restaurant and indulge in the magic of doner kebab. WOOF!!