German Doner Kebab: A fast-growing restaurant brand inspired by Berlin's kebab scene, redefining the kebab experience.
About
GDK launched in the UK in 2015 and combines premium fresh-to-order ingredients with brand energy rooted in music, sport and pop culture. Its menu has built cult status, from the OG Kebab to the Boss Box, and the protein-rich proposition leans into health trends. GDK is the number one player in the UK "Middle Eastern" limited service category, estimated at over £6bn, and the only restaurant chain of scale operating in it. The business has a capital light model today as we work alongside a strong network of franchise partners.
Our journey with German Doner Kebab:
We invested in 2025 marking our first move into hospitality and one we believe offers a unique opportunity to continue to build the reference brand within the category. We are supporting management to drive further roll-out in the UK and internationally.
GDK will trade from over 180 stores across the UK, Europe, North America, the Middle East and South Asia.
Brand Facts
True invested in GDK in 2025.
The number one player, and the only restaurant chain of scale, in the UK "Middle Eastern" limited service category, estimated at over £6bn.
Ranked the sixth favourite QSR brand in the UK by Savanta.
CEO Wayne Shurvinton formerly held several senior roles at Greene King and Yum
Chair Jim Slater formerly held several senior roles at Chipotle and Costa.
Our latest strategic investment with German Doner Kebab (GDK) and Hero Brands to support GDK's continued rollout as the leading Middle Eastern QSR brand in the UK to accelerate growth across existing and new markets globally.