A student who purchased a standard meal deal from Greggs was amazed at the price, sparking debate on Reddit about the value of the popular food chain's offerings. The deal, which included a baguette sandwich, a Diet Coke, potato wedges, and a free vegan sausage roll, cost just £5.25.
Student Scores Bargain with Greggs Meal Deal
The student shared their haul on the Reddit forum Meal Deal Rates, explaining: "The baguette, drink and wedges came as a meal deal for £5.25. The Vegan Sausage Roll was free with the student offer, so the total paid was £5.25." The post quickly garnered attention, with users praising the value for money.
One commenter said: "You know what? For the price, you definitely win there. 10 on food selection." Another added: "That’s amazing for that price. Better than a premium meal deal at Tesco that costs £5.50."
Mixed Reactions to Greggs Meal Deal
While many praised the deal, some suggested tweaks. One user commented: "7/10, a different baguette and drink would bump it up for me. Vegan rolls are great!" Another said: "Switch the drink to Cherry Coke Zero, and it's 10/10 for me." Others defended the original combination, with one stating they would "eat this exact combination."
An American user expressed envy: "The closest we come to anything remotely good is from the Publix deli, and there, just half a sub is $8.99 (£6.73), so colour me jealous that you guys get such awesome stuff at the grocery store."
Critics Not Impressed
However, not everyone was satisfied. One Reddit user said: "Nah. Greggs is merely meh at best. I always look for an alternative. Avoiding the pasty tax doesn’t work for me. I’d rather pay pennies more and have hot savouries from the likes of Shell or BP. Everything looks anaemic from there as well. If you enjoyed it, I’m pleased, but you’re welcome to it."
The discussion highlights how personal meal deal choices can be, with preferences varying widely. Greggs, known for its affordable prices, has seen price increases over the years—sausage rolls rose from 85p in 2016 to £1.35 now, a 59% increase over a decade. Despite this, the student's meal deal remains a budget-friendly option for many.
