German Doner Kabab is a fast casual kebab chain, specializing in German Doner Kebabs. GDK a global chain with locations in the Middle East, Europe and the US. The owners and top management are Pakistani, and the head of the US and Canada is a South African who used to live and work in Pakistan! GDK recently opened a new, flagship location in midtown Manhattan. The Manhattan GDK — the first in the city — is located at 1001 6th Avenue, between 37th and 38th Streets.

I was invited to the launch party, where I got to try and review their Boss Box. We also had a chat with the management about the Berlin-originated kebab, it’s history, how it’s different from Turkish doner kebab, and GDK’s upcoming locations.