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To think that Greggs is extremely reasonably priced

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Jumell · 03/12/2024 07:58

.. for what it actually sells ?

I my local Greggs last week and there are delicious ready made pizza slices for £2.30 -
large cooked steak pie for under £2

sausage rolls for around £1.20

also the app is very good I think -it breaks down all their foodstuffs individually and you have a free item for every 9th one bought

Come on - to have tasty ready cooked food for these sort of prices - it’s pretty good isn’t it ?

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LostTheMarble · 03/12/2024 10:20

holiverterwist · 03/12/2024 10:15

nasty sweaty oily crap. You pay for what you get. An occasional 'treat' perhaps, but not a good source of nutrition.

Who ever looks at Greggs and goes ‘yes, that is a good source of nutrients’ 🤣. It’s like having a glass of wine and saying ‘this is a poor source of fruit intake’, completely missing it’s purpose…

Shittyproblem · 03/12/2024 10:20

@Jumell Are you the CEO, or a shareholder ?

LlynTegid · 03/12/2024 10:19

The issue to me is not the pricing it is what is on offer, most of which is not healthy if eaten regularly in my opinion. Same as any 'fast food' place.

LostTheMarble · 03/12/2024 10:18

It’s brilliantly priced for what it is. You know it’s greasy/fat/UPF or whatever else triggers the Massive Salad lot, but if that’s what you need to hit the spot, Greggs is probably the best choice. I like how consistent every chain is, living in a city there’s always the Maccys or similar you avoid for bad chips/cold food but I’ve never been to a ‘bad’ Greggs. I love their hot shot slice, and I’m ridiculously fussy about pizza.

holiverterwist · 03/12/2024 10:17

pooballs · 03/12/2024 10:03

I also went to a bakery in York that was just like that Greggs but did made to order rolls and baguettes as well. It’s a chain too but I can’t remember what it’s called and google not helping!

Thomas the Bakers? Red onion and cheese sandwiches to die for!

LadyKenya · 03/12/2024 10:17

Their items are low grade quality, so it stands to reason that they are cheap.

BiggerBoat1 · 03/12/2024 10:17

Their tuna crunch baguette is food of the gods. Coffee is also very reasonable compared to the likes of Costa.

holiverterwist · 03/12/2024 10:15

nasty sweaty oily crap. You pay for what you get. An occasional 'treat' perhaps, but not a good source of nutrition.

Garnetcherrycola · 03/12/2024 10:15

I don't find Greg's tasty. Also I never feel full after eating it.

Howdoyoudodoyoudo · 03/12/2024 10:14

I love Greggs! Very reasonably priced .

I recently discovered a Greggs outlet near me too - half price ! Already been twice and I found it 4 days ago 🤣

Lallydallydune · 03/12/2024 10:14

Tasteless items and bad seating though.

Noodlehen · 03/12/2024 10:14

I wouldn’t call Greggs gorgeous. I used to love the sausage rolls, but they are now just like warm mush and quite inedible.

if I was ever in one then I’d be tempted by a steak bake, or a chicken salad baguette but I’ve no real reason to enter one so I’d rather eat somewhere with better quality food.

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Jumell · 03/12/2024 10:13

NerdWhoEatsMedlar · 03/12/2024 09:35

@Jumell does this thread mean that you have stopped trying to feed yourself for £30 a month?

I haven’t succeeded! I’ve actually spent £40 in 3 weeks

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goingtohellinahandcart · 03/12/2024 10:12

much prefer greenhalgh's (north west chain of bakeries)

WhatKatieDidntDoNext · 03/12/2024 10:11

It's not exactly healthy though is it?
The price is there for a reason- to sell more of it.

MattSmithsBowTie · 03/12/2024 10:08

Yeah, for what it is it is reasonably priced especially compared to Pret or Gail’s, which are our other options in the nearest town. The sandwiches and coffee are quite nice and my kids love a sausage roll.

Carouselfish · 03/12/2024 10:07

I once saw a man with his kids at a zoo, wearing a t-shirt covered in the Greggs logo.
I think about him sometimes.

ThisTimeNextWeekDavid · 03/12/2024 10:04

GrazeConcern · 03/12/2024 09:46

Would rather have a Gail’s once a month than a Greggs once a week!

Totally agree.

pooballs · 03/12/2024 10:03

I also went to a bakery in York that was just like that Greggs but did made to order rolls and baguettes as well. It’s a chain too but I can’t remember what it’s called and google not helping!

Laughingravy · 03/12/2024 10:02

I used to quite enjoy an occasional Greggs but can't be arsed now they're offering made to order stuff and a selection of hot drinks. There's no joy in waiting behind a paint splattered builder in a hardhat who's ordered food and drinks for the whole crew. For me the USP was something tasty and in and out in a couple of minutes.

YourAmplePlumPoster · 03/12/2024 10:01

They used to do pigs in blankets in their hot counter. Don't know if they still do.

pooballs · 03/12/2024 10:00

I love their coffee and sugar strand ring dohnuts. Also their wedges and chicken bites.

Dontcallmescarface · 03/12/2024 10:00

If you like pastry with the barest hint of cheese then opt for 1 of the meat free ones....because IME that's all you'll get. I'd rather pay extra at the local independent bakery and get an actual filling.

Deathraystare · 03/12/2024 09:59

I do like their coffee and like the vegan sausage roll to.

SybilTheSpy · 03/12/2024 09:59

Although near me I noticed a Baynes bakery recently opened across the road from Greggs and seems to have stolen all their customers!